Lot 1167
  • 1167

PATEK PHILIPPE

Estimate
28,000 - 40,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE YELLOW GOLD SQUARE DRESS WATCH CIRCA 1971 REF 799 MVT 1211910 CASE 2627485
  • width 34 mm
• cal. 23-30 PM manual winding circular nickel lever movement stamped twice with the Geneva seal, 18 jewels, Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions • silvered dial, radiating chapter lines • 18k yellow gold undulating square case, textured stepped bezel with engraved hour markers, case band decorated with braided gold border, winding crown at 6 o'clock • with an 18k yellow gold unsigned key chain

Condition

Manual winding movement running while cataloguing, but recommend to service soon. Dial looks nice and clean. Case with signs of light wear only, but hardly noticeable. Hallmark on case back retains crisp definition. Overall appears in excellent condition. Inside of case back numbered 2627485 and 799. Movement numbered 1211910.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe presentation box. Further accompanied by an extract from the Archives confirming production in 1971 and sale on April 12th, 1973.