Cartier/European Watch & Clock Co., Inc. and Cartier/Concord

• both: eight-day nickel lever movement, silvered dial, Arabic numerals • the first: case with translucent blue enamel over guilloché, framed in opaque white enamel on each side, hinged sterling back, dial signed Cartier, movement and case signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc. • the second: the square case in 14k gold divided into quadrants with striated motif, hinged strut, movement and inside of case back signed Cortland Concord Watch Co., dial signed Cartier, case hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers

The first: The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it could require service soon. The movement is further stamped with a JTC within a frame and numbered 20177. The inside of the case back is numbered 26. The dial has some spotting and discoloration, most noteably between 2 and 3 and 5 and 9 o'clock. The signature appears as though it could have been reprinted. The base is numbered 12026. The second: The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The dial is aged and discolored, as visible in the photograph, particularly to the edges and between 6 and 9 o'clock. The 14k portion of the case is the striated front part, and the reverse is in gilt metal. The strut is numbered 4359 and what appears to read 6666.
"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."

The first desk timepiece is accompanied by a fitted Cartier presentation box.