Lot 152
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HAMILTON WATCH CO. | A GOLD PLATED RECTANGULAR QUARTZ WRISTWATCH, WORN IN DEAD POETS SOCIETYMVT 581001 CASE 6104 CIRCA 1988

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 USD
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Description

  • Hamilton Watch Co.
  • A GOLD PLATED RECTANGULAR QUARTZ WRISTWATCH, WORN IN DEAD POETS SOCIETYMVT 581001 CASE 6104 CIRCA 1988
  • length 36 mm
• jeweled quartz movement • silvered two-tone dial, applied gold plated Arabic numerals, gold plated hands, subsidiary dial for constant seconds at 6 • yellow gold plated rectangular shaped case, stainless steel caseback, caseback engraved Robin Williams Dead Poet Society 1988 • case and dial signed

Condition

CASE The case is in good condition with scratching and surface scuffing throughout the case. DIAL The dial is in good overall condition, with no signs of prior restoration. There are some debris visible on the dial throughout and minor scratching near the 1, 5, 8, and 11 o'clock positions. MOVEMENT The movement is in good overall condition. 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.*** **Confirmed by the Producer Steven Haft via Email**
"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."