Lot 32
  • 32

Vacheron Constantin

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Vacheron Constantin
  • A YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE AND WORLD TIME INDICATIONNO 131 CASE 650764 PHIDIAS GMT CIRCA 1995
  • yellow gold and diamonds
  • diameter 34.5 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 195 mm
• automatic jewelled lever movement • white dial with the lines of longitude and latitude, applied baton numerals, applied diamond markers at 6 and 12 o'clock, aperture for date, rotating inner bezel for 24-hour indication • 18k yellow gold case with bi-directional rotating bezel, back secured by 8 screws • 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin bracelet with twin folding clasp • case, dial and movement signed

Condition

The movement working at the time of cataloguing. Dial and hands in very good condition. The case in good condition, with the usual scuffs due to careful wear. The bezel rotates but not smoothly. The bracelet with the usual scuffs and scratches. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service might be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."