Swiss

• gilt pivoted detent chronometer movement, bi-metallic compensation balance, gold cuvette engraved with scrolling foliage • white enamel dial, Turkish numerals • polychrome enamel portrait of Sultan Abdülmecid I in military dress, bordered by enamel floral swags, outer case with polychrome enamel map of part of the greater Ottoman Empire (with some loss), within chased foliate borders • both cases and cuvette numbered

There is a large chip to the enamel on the map side of the case, which will require restoration. The enamel to the reverse in good order, save a few surface scratches. Despite the enamel damage the case overall is of high quality with some minor enamel losses to scroll work surrounding the portrait of the Sultan. The movement is running. The dial enamel is generally good other than some chipping around the dial screw at 12 o'clock.
"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."

Abdülmecid I (1823-1861) reigned as the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire for more than 20 years and is widely known as a reformer who led his people on a path to modernization. He worked diligently with non-Muslims and non-Turks to change laws to better integrate them into Ottoman society. He fought off a growing nationalist fever that swept through the Empire's territories and forged strong bonds with Western Europe by fighting along with them in the Crimean War.