Lot 216
  • 216

Patek Philippe

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 CHF
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Description

  • AN 18K PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH1949 REF 2451R MVT 953370 CASE 654828
  • diameter 30 mm
• cal. 10'''200 manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, Gyromax balance • champagne dial with applied baton numerals, outer pearled minute track, subsidiary seconds • screw-down back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold PP buckle, Extract from the Archives and presentation case

Condition

Manual winding movement running while cataloguing. Dial has aged and turned into a champagne-green colour. Dial is scratched between 10 and 12 o'clock. Dial seems to have been refreshed but still shows signs of ageing and is lightly scuffed throughout. The case appears in overall very good condition with a clear and sharp hallmark to the band. The crown has been replaced. The case must have been polished maybe once or twice, but nicely and gently without affecting the proportions. The present watch has been serviced at Patek Philippe and the case back still bears the Patek Philippe service sticker and the Patek Philippe Authorised Service Centre tag.
"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."