- 141
Patek Philippe
Estimate
500,000 - 800,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- A HIGHLY EXCEPTIONAL AND UNIQUE KEYLESS 18K YELLOW GOLD GRANDE COMPLICATION CLOCK WATCH WITH PETITE AND GRANDE SONNERIE, MINUTE REPEATING, PERPETUAL CALENDAR, MOON PHASES, SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH AND 24 HOUR INDICATION 1992 REF 959/1J MVT 866781 CASE 2837631
- yellow gold
- diameter 61 mm
• cal. 20''' GC, cut bi-metallic balance, two train with tandem winding, 44 jewels, stamped with the seal of Geneva, adjusted to five positions, temperature and isochronism, swan neck micrometric regulator repeating on gongs by activating a small slide to the band • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer minute divisions with 1/5th inner divisions, four subsidiary dials with days of the week and inner 24 hour indications, date with inner seconds, month with bissextile year indication, ages and phases of the moon with 30-minute register • heavy gold polished case with inner cuvette crystal display for the movement, push button for the split second at 11 with its safety lock device, slide for the minute repeater at 5, strike/silent function at 8 and petite/grande sonnerie at 4 • case, dial and movement signed
Condition
The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, However it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The corrector button to set the days doesn't work, the corrector button to set the day & date doesn't work. Petite and Grande Sonnerie strike good sound and at the right speed. Minute repeater strike good sound and at the right speed. Dial in good condition. Case with some light scuffs throughout.
This watch was sold in 1993 for the price of 895'000 CHF.
"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."