Lot 2153
  • 2153

Urwerk

Estimate
160,000 - 240,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE AND UNUSUAL LARGE PINK GOLD AND TITANIUM WRISTWATCH WITH SATELLITE HOUR DISPLAY, CONTROL BOARD AND POWER RESERVE INDICATIONCIRCA 2008 REF UR-103.03 NO 88
  • length 49 mm
 • cal. 3.03 lever movement, mono-metallic balance • dial in PVD coated ARCAP P40, rotating satellite hours indicates the time as they pass by the minute arc, luminescent Arabic numerals on three revolving discs • aerodynamic rectangular curved 18k pink gold case, centrally positioned large winding crown, reverse with titanium control board featuring power reserve indication, an adjusting screw for regulation, 15-minute register and constant seconds • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Urwerk buckle

Condition

Movement is in working order while cataloguing. Dial is clean and intact. Light surface hairlines to the case, sharp hallmarks, no signs of any polishing. Buckle with light surface scuffs. Overall condition is very good. **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

With an Urwerk International Guarantee, Instruction Manual and a presentation box with outer packaging. 

Urwerk's Ref. 103 endeavors to revolutionize time-telling with its satellite hour display. It is engineered so that only the present hour is visible, thereby making the past and the present hours literally obscured.