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A. LANGE & SÖHNE, A FINE PLATINUM DIAMOND AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND OVERSIZED DATE CIRCA 2005 LANGEMATIK PERPETUAL
Estimate
705,000 - 1,000,000 HKD
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Description
- A FINE PLATINUM DIAMOND AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND OVERSIZED DATECIRCA 2005 LANGEMATIK PERPETUAL
- diameter 38.5mm.
* cal.310.025E three-quarter plate nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance, 43 jewels, precision regulator, 21k gold and platinum rotor * matte black dial, applied Roman numerals, luminous hands, twin apertures for oversized date, 3 guilloche subsidiary dials indicating day with 24 hours day/night indication, month with smaller dial for leap year, subidiary seconds with moon-phases * polished and satin finished case, baguette diamond set bezel, push button at 10 for quick date adjustment, screwed down sapphire crystal back * case, dial and movement signed * with a platinum Lange buckle
Condition
The automatic movement is running while cataloguing. Dial in good condition. Case appears in overall good condition, with a few light hairlines to the lugs and case band, but hardly noticeable, appears to be unused. Bezel set with 48 baguette diamonds, 3 carats.
"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."
"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
Accompanied by a A. Lange & Söhne Certificate and a leather winding presentation case with outer card box.
A. Lange & Söhne stopped manufacturing the 'Langematik Perpetual' with push button in the beginning of 2006. The push button is replaced by pin-set device in the new version.