Patek Philippe

• cal 12-600 AT automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels • enamel dial, applied yellow gold bullet indexes • PP crown, screw-down case back • case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer • Certificate of Origin dated 10 June 1958, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 5 Feb 1958

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial is very clean with no visible imperfections. The case shows scuffs throughout from wear, with a scratch to the edge of the screw-down back. It should be noted that, as seen in the catalogue image, the Certificate of Origin says 'cadran est d'argent', which is a typo clearly as the dial is enamel. The strap contains endangered species; please see 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."

For a note on Ref. 2526, see lot 155.

This lot and the previous lot were both purchased by the same client on June 10, 1958 at the renowned Patek Philippe retailer Gübelin. The original purchaser was so taken with the handsome design of this watch that he purchased one for each of his two sons.

It is interesting to note that the Gübelin retailer signature on the dial is typed with a slight curviture to follow the subsidiary seconds on the present lot, whereas on the previous lot it is written in a straight line.