Lot 1443
  • 1443

A.Lange & Söhne, A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM DUAL TIME ZONE AND WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH WITH OVERSIZED DATE, POWER RESERVE AND DAY & NIGHT INDICATION CIRCA 2006 LANGE 1 TIME ZONE

Estimate
160,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM DUAL TIME ZONE AND WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH WITH OVERSIZED DATE, POWER RESERVE AND DAY & NIGHT INDICATION CIRCA 2006 LANGE 1 TIME ZONE
  • DIAMETER 42 MM
• cal. L031.1 manual winding damascened nickel movement, 54 jewels, mono-metallic balance, swan-neck precision regular, adjusted in 5 positions • silvered dial with applied Roman and faceted numerals on eccentric engine-turned time display combined with subsidiary dial for second time zone with corresponding day and night indicator, rotating ring indicating 24 different time zones by various cities of the world, patented twin aperture for date, sector for power reserve indication • platinum case with downturned lugs, pushers at 8 o'clock for second time adjustment and at 10 o'clock for date correction, screwed back sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Lange buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement, big date and other functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Overall with shop wears only and appears in unused condition. Back of the case numbered '165338'. **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made of 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an A.Lange & Söhne Certificate and a presentation box with an outer card box.