Lot 206
  • 206

Patek Philippe

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM AND 18K PINK GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH BREGUET NUMERALS1929 MVT 818742 CASE 608143
  • crocodile
  • length including lugs 36 mm, width 25 mm
• manual winding damascened nickel lever movement • silvered dial with Breguet numerals and spade hands • platinum case with pink gold bezel and crown, hinged back • case, dial and movement signed • Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 24th November 1936

Condition

Manual winding movement running while cataloguing. Dial is lightly scuffed, the letter P S and Z are gradually fading due to ageing. Painted minute track also fading between 5 and 7 o'clock. Small scratches within the subsidiary dial. Case and bezel with light minor scuffs, case back with 1 light scratch, hallmark on the case side is clear. Buckle is in platinum but 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."