HUBLOT | LIMITED EDITION SAPPHIRE SKELETONISED FLYBACK CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH CASE 1184962 NO 372/500 BIG BANG UNICO SAPPHIRE CIRCA 2016

Movement: cal. HUB1242 UNICO automatic, 38 jewels Case: sapphire, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screwsBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: titanium Hublot folding claspSize: 45 mm diameterSigned: case, crystal and movementAccessories: Hublot certificate, international warranty and presentation box

Movement in working order when cataloging. Dial and case in very good condition, shows no visible blemishes. Overall in very good condition, shows little signs of use. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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."

Created for the Baselworld in 2016, the Big Bang Unico Sapphire automatic flyback chronograph wristwatch is the watchmaking milestone for its complex and mesmerizing case design. Hublot created 500 Big Bang Unico Sapphire models cut straight from blocks of sapphire, a material which is almost as hard and scratch-resistant as diamond. It is extremely difficult to machine and many watch brands have only reserved sapphire for one-of-a-kind pieces or very exclusive collections, such as the Richard Mille 56-02 which is only limited to 10 pieces. Nonetheless, Hublot has taken on the challenge and asserted its expertise in sapphire cutting by interpreting it in a "large collection" of 500 pieces.

According to our research, this is the first time a Big Bang Unico Sapphire being offered in public auction.