Lot 92
  • 92

ARNOLD & SON

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD TRIPLE TIME ZONE TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH 24-HOURSCIRCA 2005 GMT II TOURBILLON NO 7/25
  • diameter 42mm.
• nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance revolving with a one-minute tourbillon carriage, 26 jewels, precision regulator, adjusted to five positions • silvered dial, applied pink gold Roman and baton numerals, pink gold spade hands, two engine-turned subsidiary dials indicating second and third time zones, aperture at lower half of dial to reveal tourbillon carriage and bridge • large 18k pink gold circular case, chamfered bezel, alternate time zone corrector buttons in the band, screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Arnold & Son buckle

Condition

The movement cannot be wound and will need to be serviced and overhauled by the manufacturer. When pressure is put on the crown, the movement does run until the pressure is removed. The third time zone adjustor button at 2 o'clock does not function and that time zone cannot be re-set. The dial is in nice condition with no marks. The case shows general wear and light scuffs to the bezel and back. This watch is very nice but it will need to be overhauled. The retail price for the watch is around $180,000.
"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."