Breguet

cal.519F damascened nickel lever movement, 38 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, adjusted to 5 positions • guilloché white dial, satin finished silvered chapter ring for hours with Roman numerals, two subsidiary dials for second time zone and 24-hour indication, eccentric sector for alarm power reserve, sector for subsidiary seconds, apertures for alarm on/off indication and date • 18k white gold case, milled band, pusher at 8 for alarm on/off, screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Breguet folding buckle

The movement is running, all functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Dial looks in very good condition. Case in very good condition. Overall seemingly in very good condition.
"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."

Abraham Louis Breguet (1747-1823) became the watchmaker of reference for diplomatic, military and financial elites and his personal contacts with foreign sovereigns helped foster his international reputation. He crafted specially commissioned models for eminent figures such as the Tsar of Russia, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, the Prince-Regent of England and the Queen of Naples, to mention only a few.
With "Le Réveil du Tsar", Breguet introduces two new patents through their new calibre 519F; the first for the column-wheel mechanism that locks or activates the alarm, the second one for the device that co-ordinates the alarm with the local time.