Lot 701
  • 701

Patek Philippe

Estimate
16,000 - 24,000 HKD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER WATCH, RETAILED BY SHREVE & CO, SAN FRANCISCOMVT 173973 CASE 402149 CIRCA 1900
  • 18K yellow gold
  • diameter 45 mm
• manual winding ultra-thin lever movement, 18 jewels, cut bi-metallic compensation balance • white enamel dial, Breguet numerals, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track • 18k yellow gold case, engraved inscription to cuvette, engraved GLB to the case back • case, cuvette and movement signed by maker, dial and movement signed by retailer

Condition

Manual winding movement in working order when cataloguing. Movement with faint signs of discoloration but in good visual condition in general. Enamel dial with a few cracks along the left half of the dial. Case with some surface light scratches and a few minor dents and scuffs to band and the edge of lower bezel. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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 a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives.