Lot 66
  • 66

Jaquet Droz

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Jaquet Droz
  • A WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC BI-RETROGRADE PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH LEAP YEAR INDICATION CASE J008334-1 MVT 000071 NO 41/88 CIRCA 2005
  • ALLIGATOR, WHITE GOLD
  • diameter 43 mm
• cal. 5863.4 automatic nickel lever movement, 38 jewels • white enamel dial, painted black dot indexes, blued steel lancette hands, two sectors for retrograde day and date, two subsidary dials for month combined with leap year indication and constant seconds • 18k white gold case, snap on sapphire crystal display case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Jaquet Droz buckle

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall good condition with scuffing and wear consistent with moderate use. Case overall may benefit from light cleaning. Perpetual calendar and retrograde features working properly. Dial and movement in excellent condition. Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping.
"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."