International Watch Co.

• cal. 9828 manual winding nickel-finished lever movement, 19 jewels • matte silvered dial, applied Arabic numerals, engine-turned subsidiary seconds • stainless steel, 18k pink gold respectively platinum polished and brushed case, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel, 18k pink gold respectively platinum IWC buckle

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. The movements are running at the time of cataloguing. Dials in very good condition. Minor scuffs on cases, appear to be unused.
"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."

The history of the Portuguese collection dates back to 1936 when two merchants from Portugal by the names of Rodrigues and Texeira, paid a visit to the International Watchmaking Company situated in a small town of Switzerland called Schaffhausen. Despite the trend, at the time, for small wristwatches, the two ordered timepieces that would be as large as a marine chronometer. The main explanation was that Rodrigues and Texeira wanted watches that would be easy to read and, at the same time, highly reliable.

In 1993, to celebrate the 125^th anniversary of the company, IWC released the new Portuguese, this time named the Jubilee. The Jubilee was produced as a limited edition, available in cases of platinum, pink gold, and steel. Demand was strong, and the edition sold out quickly. This present lot is a well-kept and desirable set for lovers of this oversized wristwatch. Interestingly enough all three watches are number 93 of their set.