Lot 219
  • 219

Gerald Genta

Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description

  • AN OVERSIZED 18K WHITE GOLD AND TANTALUM AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCHCIRCA 2009 ARENA GMT NO 31
  • white gold and tantalum
  • diameter 44 mm
• cal. GG7044 automatic gilt lever movement, 27 jewels • black grille dial, luminescent Arabic numerals, silvered sudsidiary dials for day and month in English, concentric silver, black and red dials for second time zone and date combined with leap year indication • case with ribbed band, tantalum bezel, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws • case, dial and movement signed • 18k white gold Gerald Genta folding buckle

Condition

The movement is running and the calendar is advancing at the time of catalguing, however it may benefit from a service soon. Dial in good condition. Case with light scuffs. Scuffs to the buckle from wear. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see 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."