Roger Dubuis

• cal. 5739 nickel lever movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, glucydur balance, 25 jewels, micrometer regulator, adjusted to 5 positions, pierced signed rotor • unusual engine-turned dial, applied radial Breguet and dagger numerals, feuille hands, sweep center seconds, engine-turned subsidiary dial for date, apertures for day and month, leap year indication and fan-form aperture for moon-phases, outer matte chapter ring with pearled minute track • 18k pink gold case, concave bezel, brushed band, downturned lugs, screw-down sapphire crystal display back with traced signature • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Roger Dubuis deployant buckle

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial has no visible marks or spots and the engine-turning is very beautiful and unusual. The case bears only very light shop wear and appears to be virtually unworn. The warranty for the watch indicates that it was sold from Armstrong Rockwell Fine Jewellery, Hartford, Connecticut, in 2005. The watch and setting pin are further accompanied by tie tags. The spare case back is stamped with a reference number H37 5739 5. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered 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.

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."

Accompanied by a Roger Dubuis 18k pink gold spare solid case back, wooden setting pin, Certificate of Origin and Warranty, Bulletin de Marche from the Observatoire National de Besancon and Instructions for Use in a leather folder. Together with fitted wooden presentation box and outer packaging.

Roger Dubuis launched the Hommage line in 1996. The present lot is number 3 from a limited series of 28 pieces.