Ebel, A lady's 18ct white gold and diamond set bracelet watch, signed Ebel, Midnight model limited edition No. 17/50, circa 2005, quartz movement, the circular pave set diamond dial within pave and channel set diamond bezel, the white gold and diamond set bracelet with concealed double deployment clasp, engraved to the reverse 'EBEL E3157H26-600 82310168 18k-750 Swiss No. 17/50' The luxury watch company EBEL was founded in Switzerland in 1911 by Eugine Blum and Elise Blum, nee Levy. By using their initials 'E' B' 'E' 'L' this iconic brand was formed. In 1932 the son of the founder, Charles Blum, took over the company and expanded it into the international market. He was in turn followed by his son, Pierre-Alain. Ebel is now owned by the Movado group.