IWC, Rolex, Gruen

• all with: manual winding movements • the first: 18K gold case, case, dial and movement signed IWC • the second: silver case, screw-down bezel, case signed Rolex, dial signed Rolwatco, movement signed James Walker Admirality • the third: Curvex movement, two-tone dial, case, dial and movement signed Gruen • the fourth: dial with aperture for jump hours, case, dial and movement signed Gruen

The first: The balance is oscillating, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial is in clean, original condition. The case has some light scratches to the opening. The facets to the lugs are well preserved and show no signs of having been over-polished. The movement is IWC caliber 89. The case is numbered 1227677. The watch includes an associated pink gilt clasp. The second: The balance is oscillating, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial is dirty and with some scratches and spotting, but appears to be original. The case has slight scratches, but is in very well preserved condition. This watch is a very early example by Rolex. The case is numbered 896, signed Rolex and stamped WD. The dial is signed ROLWATCO and the movement is signed James Walker Admirality. The third: The balance is oscillating, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial has small spots throughout and some loss of finish to the edges. The case show has light scratches and general wear. The gilt finish to the inside of the case back is partially faded, revealing the base metal underneath. The case is numbered 6030046, 330 and 292. The movement is numbered 515293. The fourth: The balance is oscillating, but the movement will need to be cleaned and serviced. The dial has been nicely re-finished. There is some loss of finish where the case meets the dial, only visible when removed from the case. There is some minor pitting to the edges of the stainless steel case. There is some very small loss of steel to underside of the bottom lugs. The case is numbered 202940. The movement is stamped GRUEN GUILD, and is numbered 1958744.
"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."