Lot 124
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FRANCK MULLER | A WHITE GOLD TONNEAU-FORM AUTOMATIC TRIPLE CALENDAR CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH RED ENAMEL DIALREF 5850 MC MASTER CALENDAR NO 137 CIRCA 2000

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description

  • Franck Muller, Geneve
  • A WHITE GOLD TONNEAU-FORM AUTOMATIC TRIPLE CALENDAR CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH RED ENAMEL DIALREF 5850 MC MASTER CALENDAR NO 137 CIRCA 2000
  • length 45 mm
• cal. 2800 automatic movement, 21 jewels, platinum rotor • red enamel dial, Arabic numerals, inner chapter ring for date and engine-turned seconds ring, apertures for day and month • 18k white gold case, case back secured by 4 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Franck Muller buckle

Condition

CASE The case is in very good overall condition with surface scratching throughout. DIAL The dial is in very good overall condition with no signs of prior restoration. The enamel is all intact and the color remains vibrant. MOVEMENT The movement is in very good overall condition, but is recommended that the watch is serviced. The top corrector is stuck, and the bottom corrector is operating properly at the time of cataloguing. The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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. ***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 international 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by presentation box, instructions for use and Certificat d'Origine et de Garantie confirming the date of purchase on 'Valentines Day 00'.