Patek Philippe

• 18''' thin manual winding nickel lever movement, 32 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance, micrometer regulator, 8 adjustments, wolf's tooth winding, carillon quarter hour repeating by means of three hammers on three gongs• gold engine-turned dial with matte chapter ring, painted Breguet indexes, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track, blued steel spade hands • monogramed 18k yellow gold case with hidden hinge, gold cuvette, repeat slide at 3 o'clock • case, dial, movement and cuvette signed, completed by a 14k gold chain composed of openwork links terminating with monogramed compass-form fob

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. Monogram 'MF' to the case back. Movement in overall good condition with some oxidization. Dial in good condition with minor spotting. Striking in phase, clear sound however gongs may require adjustments as quarters have a slight tin sounds. Overall in good honest condition.
"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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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 original Certificate of Origin, fitted box, spare crystal, mainspring, and repeat spring. Together with an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on 27 January 1913

Patek Philippe produced a small group of Carillon minute repeaters, of which seven were known. The discovery of the present lot brings the number to eight pieces. The carillon feature, with its extra hammer and gong, is considered an additional complication required to fit into the same space as Patek's regular minute repeating calibre movements.

Of the eight known surviving examples, the present piece is the second chronologically. It was preceded only by movement number 111978 with a manufacture date of 1905. The last known example, no. 198377, was produced in 1935.

The present piece has remained in the same family since its purchase in 1915. The watch remarkably survives with its original fitted wood box, Certificate of Origin, spare crystal and springs and is today sold by direct descendant of the original owner. 

The certificate includes a hand written note dating the receipt of the watch to 15 February 1913 in New York, with a purchase price of $470.

The original owner resided in both New York and Newport.