Lot 1487
  • 1487

Patek Philippe

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE LIMITED EDITION 18K WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCHCIRCA 1989 REF 3960G 150TH ANNIVERSARY OFFICERMVT 769426 CASE 2864338
  • diameter 33.5 mm
• cal. 215 PS manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 18 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions • white matte dial, Breguet numerals and hands, subsidiary dial for constant seconds • 18k white gold Officer-style case, screw-set lugs, dust cover engraved Patek Philippe Geneve 150e Anniversaire 1889-1989, hinged back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold PP buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement running while cataloguing, however it can benefit from service. Dial looks nice and clean. Case and buckle with scuffs from normal wear but can be polished. Overall appears in good condition. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin and Attestation, Official Attestation of the Control Office of Geneva and Instruction Manual in a leather folder. Further accompanied by a bronze medal, a presentation box with an outer card box and an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1989 and sale on February 23rd, 1990.