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Enigma Ladies Sports Watch

Partially verified

This ladies' sports watch is produced by the brand GB Enigma, established in Switzerland in 1989 by Gianni Bulgari. The timepiece features a 27mm diameter case constructed from 18-karat gold, which is integrated with a leather strap secured by a pin buckle. The watch dial is decorated with a 'tapisserie' pattern, complemented by skeletonized sword-style hands and luminous markers. A date aperture is positioned at the three o'clock mark. The crown is set with a black cabochon, described as a design signature of the Enigma brand. The watch is positioned for daily wear, balancing design elements from jewelry making with sports-oriented aesthetics. The auction description notes that Gianni Bulgari intended for his ladies' sports watches to possess the same presence as those designed for men.

The GB Enigma ladies' sports watch featuring an 18k gold case, 'tapisserie' dial, and leather strap.
The GB Enigma ladies' sports watch featuring an 18k gold case, 'tapisserie' dial, and leather strap. — Zamanito / Analog:Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Ladies sports watch
Maker / attribution
GB Enigma
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1989 or later
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The watch is housed in a 27mm case manufactured from 18-karat gold. The design incorporates an integrated leather strap, which the source suggests provides a sporty yet luxury aesthetic. The watch utilizes a pin-style buckle for securing the strap to the wrist.

The dial is notable for its 'tapisserie' pattern, a textured finish that provides a distinct appearance. It is configured with skeletonized, sword-shaped hands and luminous points to aid readability in low-light environments. A calendar window is positioned at the three o'clock marker to provide date functionality for the user.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه این ساعت با ابعاد ۲۷ میلی‌متر از طلای ۱۸ عیار ساخته شده است”
  • “صفحه نمایش این ساعت دارای الگوی «تاپیسری» (tapisserie) است”
  • “عقربه‌های اسکلت‌بندی شده به سبک «شمشیر» زیبایی بصری صفحه را دوچندان کرده‌اند”

Brand and Origin

The Enigma brand was founded in Switzerland in 1989 by Gianni Bulgari, a member of the third generation of the Bulgari jewelry family. Following the sale of his shares in the family firm, Gianni Bulgari established this venture to focus on the design of watches with unconventional and creative appearances.

The source notes that the crown of the watch is adorned with a black cabochon, which serves as a signature detail of the brand. This inclusion is intended to signify the brand's focus on combining classical jewelry-making elements with modern, sporty design directives.

Evidence for this section
  • “در سال ۱۹۸۹ میلادی این شرکت ساعت‌سازی جدید را در کشور سوئیس بنیان نهاد”
  • “تاج کوک این ساعت با یک سنگ سیاه کابوشن تزئین شده است که به عنوان امضای طراحی برند Enigma در جزئیات ظریف ساعت شناخته می‌شود”

Condition and Maintenance

The source indicates that collectors interested in this piece should pay close attention to the authenticity of the integrated strap and the overall condition of the gold case. These components are critical to the current state and value of the object as a horological item.

Because the watch is designed for daily usage, the source suggests that regular inspection is advisable to maintain its functionality.

Evidence for this section
  • “کلکسیونرها باید در بررسی این قطعه به اصالت بند یکپارچه و سلامت طلای بدنه توجه ویژه داشته باشند”
  • “این ساعت در واقع یک پکیج کاربردی است که برای بانوانی که به دنبال ترکیبی از طراحی خاص و کارایی روزانه هستند، طراحی شده است”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber utilized in this GB Enigma model?
  • Are there distinct serial number ranges or markings identifying the years of manufacture for this reference?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Enigma Ladies Sports Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerGB Enigma“محصول برند GB Enigma”
Case material18-karat gold“بدنه این ساعت با ابعاد ۲۷ میلی‌متر از طلای ۱۸ عیار ساخته شده است”
Dial patternTapisserie“صفحه نمایش این ساعت دارای الگوی «تاپیسری» (tapisserie) است”
Hand styleSkeletonized sword“عقربه‌های اسکلت‌بندی شده به سبک «شمشیر»”
Crown featureBlack cabochon“تاج کوک این ساعت با یک سنگ سیاه کابوشن تزئین شده است”

Visible details

  • Case diameter of 27mm
  • Crown set with a black stone cabochon
  • Dial features 'tapisserie' texture
  • Leather strap with pin buckle

Research qualifications

  • Unverified specific production year beyond founding date
  • Independent authentication not provided by source

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Enigma Ladies Sports Watch

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record c88a351f3a

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