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Ulysse Nardin
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- A SILVER OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER SPLIT-SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH WATCH USED BY FERRUCCIO MASSARA WHEN TIMING FAUSTO COPPI BREAKING THE WORLD SPEED RECORDCIRCA 1915
- diameter 53.5 mm
• cal. 19'' lever movement • signed cuvette • white enamel dial, Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register • polished case with chronograph pusher to the winder and within the band • case, dial and movement signed • certificate, extract confirming manufacture in November 1915 (792 examples), letter from FIC/ACS Associazione Cronometristi Sportivi, photograph, presentation case
Condition
Case number 375792
Movement number 54714
The movement is running and the split chronograph is operating correctly at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service. The dial is in good condition. The case with small indentations and scuffs throughout.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
This watch comes with a letter from the Associazione Cronometristi Sportivi in Torino confirming that it was used by the official time keep, Ferruccio Massara, when Fausto Coppi set the world hour record at the Velodromo Vigorelli in Milan in 1942, a record he held until 1956.
Most commonly known as the Campionissimo, "The Champion of Champions", Angelo Fausto Coppi was born September 15th, 1919. This all-around racing cyclist excelled in both climbing and time trialling, and was also a great sprinter. Among the several famous races he won, there was the Tour de France, the Giro d'Italia and the World Championship. The success of the Italian athlete was even more marked by the fact that his victories happened during one of cycling's greatest eras, the post World War II years.