Lot 199
  • 199

Patek Philippe

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE 18K YELLOW GOLD CURVED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH1919 MVT 194173 CASE 286196
  • crocodile
  • length including lugs 43 mm
• manual winding jewelled lever movement • champagne dial with Arabic numerals, spade hands • 18k yellow gold curved rectangular case • case, dial and movement signed • Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 12th June 1920, with an 18k yellow gold buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement running while cataloguing. Dial with minor spotting between 6 and 7 o'clock and on the left of 7 o'clock. Light black line above 11 and 12 o'clock. Light black circular line all around the minute tracking. Dried oil on the edge of the dial between 1 and 2 o'clock and on the right of 4 o'clock. Signs of oxidation on the case sides, small dent on the side of the case at 9 o'clock. Big scratch near the hallmark, next to the crown. Case is scuffed and lightly scratched throughout. Case back engraved "Karl von Antoinette 11.IV.23". Back of the case with clear engraving of Patek Philippe & Co Geneve and case number. The 18k yellow gold buckle is not by Patek Philippe.
"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."