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ULYSSE NARDIN | LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL DIAL REF 139-70-9 MVT 12573 NO 5/5 SAN MARCO GOLDEN HIND CIRCA 1996
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL DIAL REF 139-70-9 MVT 12573 NO 5/5 SAN MARCO GOLDEN HIND CIRCA 1996
Movement: cal. 2892 A2 automatic, 21 jewelsCase: platinum, case back secured by four screwsBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: platinum Ulysse Nardin buckleSize: 37 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Ulysse Nardin Certificate, C.O.S.C., instruction manual and presentation box
Condition
The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The cloisonné enamel dial is nice and intact, depicting very vibrant colours. The watch is in excellent overall condition with only extremely minor signs of wear, hardly visible with the naked eye. The buckle is in excellent overall condition with extremely minor signs of wear only. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. 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, please refer to important notices for further information.
"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."
"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
The present watch, cased in platinum, features a polychrome cloisonné enamel dial depicting the Golden Hind, which is famous for sailing the world from 1577 through 1580 under the command of Sir Francis Drake. In the Golden Hind, Drake became the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe in an epic expedition of plunder and discovery. The present watch is numbered 5 of a limited edition of 5 pieces only. The watch is offered in excellent overall condition with the dial showcasing bright colours.