Patek Philippe

• 12''' manual winding gilt lever movement, cam regulator, moustache lever escapement • off white enamel dial, Roman indexes, outer minute track, pink gold Breguet hands • 18k pink gold cushion form case engraved with presentation inscription • gold hinged cuvette, straight lugs, screw bars • case and movement signed by maker, dial and cuvette signed by the retailer and maker

Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Movement in overall good condition with very slight plating loss. Dial overall clean, extremely light hairline between 5 and 8 o'clock. Case back does not close securely. Engraving on the case back reads "Lembranca de Alfredo J A Bustos ao Particular Amigos A Bain Mackie 1925" 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."

With an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 14 July 1925.

The present lot, made for Chronometro Gondolo in Brazil, is one of five known cushion shape cases made for the firm. Of further interest is the fact that of this small group, only two are known with roman numerals indexes.

For a similar watch see Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. II, 2nd Edition, 1998, p.104, figs.109 A and B.