Lot 88
  • 88

Patek Philippe

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • A FINE GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR BRACELET WATCH WITH MOON-PHASES1990 REF 3945/1J SERIES II MVT 772137 CASE 2866963
  • DIAMETER 36MM.
cal.240Q damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 27 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, 22k gold mini-rotor • silvered dial, applied faceted baton numerals, three subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap year indication and date combined with aperture for moon-phases • 18k gold case with integrated 18k gold bracelet with extension • case, dial, movement and bracelet signed

Condition

The movement is running, all functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Dial in very good condition. Case and bracelet with a few light scuffs. Overall length including head 180mm. There is a small gold extension to the bracelet of approximately 11mm which has a rubbed monogram - the monogram could easily be polished out.
"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.

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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin dated November 3rd, 1990 within a maroon leather folder. Together with a presentation case, outer card box, setting pin and instructions.

Production of reference 3945/1 began in 1985 and ceased around 1998. The model was manufactured in two series, the first with sunken leap year dial, the second featured a cross through the leap year dial. Reference 3945/1 incorporated the calibre 240Q with a movement thickness of just 2.4mm and a power reserve of 48 hours.