Lot 1675
  • 1675

Patek Philippe, AN EXCEPTIONALLY FINE LADY'S ONLY KNOWN PLATINUM AND DIAMOND SET BRACELET WATCH WITH CONCEALED DIAL CIRCA 1974 REF 3382/1P RIVIERE MVT 1248640 CASE 2634594

Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description

  • AN EXCEPTIONALLY FINE LADY'S ONLY KNOWN PLATINUM AND DIAMOND SET BRACELET WATCH WITH CONCEALED DIALCIRCA 1974 REF 3382/1P RIVIERE MVT 1248640 CASE 2634594
  • WIDTH 36MM. LENGTH OVERALL 170MM.
cal. 13.5 320 damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 20 jewels, mono-metallic balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions • silvered dial, applied baton numerals, all concealed in wide tapering fully diamond set bracelet, finely set with approximately 305 individually mounted diamonds with approximate total weight of 26.89 carats •  case, dial, movement and clasp signed

Condition

Extremely Rare and Collectable! Manual winding movement running while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Diamonds appear in nice colours and sizes, (305 diamonds, totalling approximately 26.89 carats). Case, bracelet and clasp with scuffs from light wear, but overall appears in excellent condition for its age. Clasp still retains platinum hallmarks. Movement numbered 1248640. Case numbered 2634594.
"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."