Greubel Forsey

• cal. GF01C manual winding nickel lever movement, 40 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance rotating within a 24-second inclined 'floating' tourbillon supported by synthetic sapphire tourbillon bridge, twin coaxial barrel for 72-hour power reserve • blued titanium dial in two layers revealing depth and dimension of case, raised Arabic 12 in red, pierced white hands, eccentric window revealing 24-second inclined tourbillon, fan-form sector for 72-hour power reserve indication, subsidiary dial for constant seconds • platinum case, two engraved hand-finished plates to the band, down-turned lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Greubel Forsey folding buckle

Manual winding movement and power reserve in working order when cataloguing. Blue dial in very nice and clean, lovely colour. The very sharp and stunning 12 numeral on the dial is custom made, making this limited edition watch exceedingly special. Dial shows no obvious blemishes except a few very light surface hairlines to the bezel. Buckle shows very little signs of use. Overall in very good condition. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**
"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."

With a Greubel Forsey certificate, instruction manual, loupe and presentation box.

The Greubel Forsey Tourbillon 24 Secondes Contemporain ‘Royal Blue’ is the timepieces entirely developed to showcase the 24 second tourbillon by providing a three-dimensional vision in a circular case.  A transparent, synthetic sapphire tourbillon bridge offers a captivating and hypnotic impression of the regulator floating in mid-air and underlines just one of the highly creative elements found throughout the timepiece. The movement is constructed in titanium and the absolutely gorgeous royal blue finish of the plates and bridges bring the sensual experience of the admirer to another level.  The homogenous purity of the intense blue finish was achieved through a special oxidation process, the blue shimmers in an infinite range of hues according to the light giving the timepiece an unparalleled vivacity.

The round 43.50mm diameter case houses a movement comprising 267 components, 88 for the tourbillon cage alone which weighs 0.39 grams only. Two coaxial mainspring barrels in series provide an optimal power reserve of 72 hours. The hour and minute ring is in synthetic sapphire, reinforcing the three-dimensional aspect, while the small seconds sub-dial and power reserve indicator are in gold. The case band is decorated with two platinum plates, finely engraved with the philosophy of Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey.  Offered in a unique edition of 33 pieces, the present example is number 18.