Audemars Piguet, A FINE AND RARE PINK GOLD LIMITED EDITION CUSHION FORM MINUTE REPEATING JUMP HOUR WRISTWATCH CIRCA 1995 NO 5/25

cal.2865G damascened nickel lever movement, 34 jewels, mono-metallic balance, adjusted to heat, cold and 5 positions, minute repeating on steel gongs using 2 hammers • 18k pink gold dial plate, aperture for hours with Arabic numerals at 12, fan-form aperture for minutes at 6 • 18k pink gold cushion form case, sapphire crystal display back secured by 4 screws, repeating slide in the band •  case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold AP buckle

Rare and collectable! Manual winding movement is running while cataloguing. Minute repeating sound is well-paced. Case and buckle from minor scuffs from normal wear but this is common and can be polished easily. Overall appears in good condition. Outside of case back numbered '5' out of 25 pieces. **The leather 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."

The watch was produced in a limited edition of only 25 pieces, the current example is number 5.