Lot 265
  • 265

Francis Perigal, London

Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 CHF
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD BLOODSTONE AND GEM-SET PAIR CASED QUARTER REPEATING VERGE WATCHNO 12451 CIRCA 1770
  • gold, blood stone and gem-set
  • diameter 47 mm
• gilt full plate movement, pierced and engraved balance cock, diamond endstone • signed and numbered gilt cap • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer Arabic minute track • inner yellow gold case with pierced and engraved decoration, outer bloodstone case with gold scroll mounts, highlighted with attractive diamond, ruby, blue and pink sapphire-set floral decoration and a small insect in the form of an emerald • movement signed Fra Perigal, London, case with maker's mark SG

Condition

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. The movement is running and striking well with a clear sound at the time of cataloguing. Enamel dial with hairline crack originating from the hands. Inner case with light scuffs but overall in good condition. The outer case is in good condition, there is a small pink sapphire missing to the decoration. This is a very attractive piece in overall very good 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.

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."