Markwick Markham, Borrell, London

• gilt full plate verge movement signed Markwick Markham Borrell London 23737, pierced and engraved balance cock, chain and fusee, silver dial for regulator • white enamel dial, Turkish numerals, gold beetle and poker hands • plain polished inner case, case maker's IK, diamond set pendant with banded white and red enamel decoration, central case with polychrome enamel scene of a bouquet of flowers, framed by red translucent enamel and outer turquoise heightened with gold, red and blue enamel, similarly decorated bezel, diamond thumb set piece, the outer case with similar floral pattern against a pink enamel ground • dial and movement signed, case hallmarked London 1788

Movement running , all functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Enamel dial with a visible hairline on the left hand side, also chipped slightly to the edge. Inner gold case with a few bumps. Central case a tiny chip towards the outer bezel in white and blue enamel. Outer case with three minor missing enamel parts visible on the upper right and lower left hand side. Overall, this a well preserved example of triple cased verge watch made for the Turkish market.
"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."