Marius Favre, Geneva

• plain rectangular case of .950 silver, bun feet, curved hinged handle, back, hinged door • white enamel dial with Roman hours • repeating activation button at the top, striking/silence button in the base • gilt brass rectangular movement with platform lever escapement, bimetallic compensation balance, Stauffer-type striking and repeating on two gongs • signed on the case

Enamel dial with hairline cracks, case slightly tarnished by age, caseback with engraving H.A.G., movement running but will require overhaul, leather case with initials H.A.G.
"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."

Accompanied by an original fitted box and key.

Marius Favre (1860-1914) was a legendary timer who successfully competed against Patek Philippe. In 1884 Patek Philippe broke the Geneva Observatory Contest record for a series of watches with 184.9 points. In 1893 the record was broken by Marius Favre with 228.78 marks. Patek Philippe spent the next two years preparing for the 1895 competition which they won with 230.14 points. It took Favre five years to develop the techniques necessary to beat this record. In 1900, he won with 257.32 points. Furthermore, he also took the first twelve individual places. This put him on the front page of every Swiss newspaper and ever since he has been considered a legendary Swiss precision timer. In view of this, the present clock might be one of the most accurate carriage clocks ever produced.