Lot 244
  • 244

Patek Philippe

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A two colour gold tonneau form wristwatch with Breguet numeralsCirca 1925 mvt 811273 case 604950
  • length 39mm.
cal.10''' gilt movement with moustache lever and wolf's tooth winding, 15 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals, subsidiary seconds • 18k yellow and white gold tonneau form case • case, dial and movement signed 

Condition

An attractive watch, movement is running, may benefit from a service, dial spotted and fading to upper left corner, Breguet numerals at position 3 and 9 slightly damaged, few scuffs towards middle of the dial, signature and minute track still clearly visible, one of two screws connecting the dial and movement missing, one screw of plate securing hairspring missing, hour hand and crown of later date
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

For a similar example see Sotheby's Geneva, 17th May 2004, lot 45.