Patek Philippe

• 10''' ligne jeweled nickel lever movement, presentation engraving to the 18k yellow gold cuvette • white enamel dial, green dauphine numerals, Louis XVI-style hands • bezels and band engraved with vermicelle pattern, band further enhanced with green enamel florets, engine-turned hinged case back overlaid with translucent green enamel, further applied with a rose-cut diamond-set feathered fan • case and dial signed by maker, movement and cuvette signed by retailer and maker • with an associated pendant in the form of a enamel and diamond-set dragon with a sword

A lovely example. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The dial shows no visible hairlines. The case is in very nice condition overall with no signs of restoration or loss to the enamel on the case back. There is one very small spot of loss to the enamel on a fleurette on the band at 4:30. The brooch is very well made with graduated coloring to the enamel on the wings and the back is engraved C.L. Hampton, who was the original owner of the watch. The engraving to the cuvette reads Catharine Lowe Hampton, September 15th, 1904.
"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.

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With original fitted presentation box with Patek Philippe sticker numbered 122730 to the underside and a crystal numbered 232268. Further accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming all ornamentation and sale on September 30th, 1903.

The engraving to the cuvette is for Catharine Lowe Hampton, September 15th, 1904. Family history records this as the date of her marriage in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is fascinating to imagine the present lot was a wedding gift over a century ago and charms and delights collectors to this day.

The present lot is being offered on behalf of a descendant of the original owner. Sotheby's is pleased to offer this piece for the first time at auction.