Lot 17
  • 17

Haas Neveux & Co

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE PINK GOLD HUNTING CASED MINUTE REPEATING PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WATCH WITH MOON-PHASESCIRCA 1894 NO 15725
  • diameter 57 mm
• 20''' jeweled nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, bi-metallic compensation balance, micrometer regulator, repeating on two gongs, pink gold cuvette • white enamel dial, radial Roman numerals, four subsidiary dials indicating day in French, month and leap years, date, and constant seconds combines with ages and phases of the moon, outer scale calibrated for 300 units • 18k pink gold case, monogram to the guilloché cover, minute repeating slide and chronograph pusher to the band • movement numbered, case numbered and stamped BHJ CO G, cuvette numbered and signed by maker

Condition

The movement is running, calendar appears to advance properly, repeat is in phase. The chronograph is a bit sluggish and might need to be serviced soon. The dial is in nice condition overall with no hairlines visible. There are some light surface spots toward the upper edge. The case overall is in nice condition with very nice definition to the engine-turning and monogram (reading 'C del V'). Overall this is a nice and clean watch and the timing certificate is in nice condition as well.
"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 original Observatoire de Genève timing certificate dated July 20th, 1894.