Lot 956
  • 956

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Estimate
75,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description

  • AN OVERSIZED PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND ALARM CIRCA 2003 MASTER COMPRESSOR MEMOVOX NO 108/250
  • diameter 41 mm
* automatic nickel lever movement, 22 jewels, mono-metallic balance, adjusted to 6 positions * blue dial, applied luminescent Arabic and dagger numerals, luminescent hands, aperture for date at 3 o'clock, sector for alarm with marker at 10 o'clock, rotating outer track calibrated for 60 units * oversized platinum case, three large crowns for alarm winding and setting at 2 o'clock, time winding and setting at 4 o'clock and rotating outer minute ring at 10 o'clock, case back secured by 4 screws * case, dial and movement signed * with a platinum JLC folding buckle

Condition

Automatic movement running, date advancing, alarm function fully operational while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case with scuffs from wear, but this is normal and can be polished. Buckle with minor scuffs. Hallmarks are clear. Overall the watch is in good condition. Back of the case numbered '146697' and 'No. 108/250'. **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 a Jaeger-LeCoultre Certificate, Instruction Manual and a  presentation box with an outer card box.

This model, Master Compressor Memovox, takes its name from the ingenious crown securing system featured on this watch. The Master Compressor buttons allow the watch to be water-resistant to a deeper level than standard multi-crown watches.

This watch was made in a limited series of 250 examples in platinum to celebrate the 170th anniversary of Jaeger-LeCoultre in 2003. The present lot is numbered 108.