Lot 130
  • 130

Patek Philippe

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • A PINK GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH UNUSUAL LUGS1944 REF 1480R MVT 836808 CASE 508953
  • length 40 mm
• cal. 9-90 manual winding octagonal nickel lever movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, micrometer regulator, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and five positions • pink dial, applied pink gold Roman and dot indexes, pink gold feuille hands, subsidiary seconds • 18k pink gold rectangular case, chamfered bezel, unusual stepped lugs, snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The side of the movement is also stamped 953. The dial may have been cleaned at some point. The case retains excellent definition to the unusual shape, with crisp goldmarks to one lug and to the band. The strap of this watch contains 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 Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1944 and sale on January 31st of the following year.

Production for this model, Ref. 1480, commenced in 1940 and ceased around 1949.

Ref. 1480 is illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. II, Second Edition, pp. 131.