Lot 234
  • 234

Chopard

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • A LADY'S WHITE GOLD, WHITE AND BROWN DIAMOND-SET CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATEREF 1227 CASE 933331 NO 28/3340-52 HAPPY SPORT CIRCA 2000
  • white gold, diamond, alligator
  • diameter 36 mm
• quartz movement • white dial, Roman numerals at XII, III, VI, and IX o'clock, outer minute track, blued steel hands, aperture for date, 3 registers for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, 7 floating white gold mounted diamonds • 18k white gold case, bezel set with white and brown diamonds, diamond-set lugs, chronograph button pushers, and crown • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Chopard buckle

Condition

The quartz movement and chronograph buttons are currently functioning however in the future at some point it will require a new battery. The diamonds are all intact quite impressive in size. The case back and buckle does bear a noticeable amount of surface scuffs from daily wear however these could be polished out if desired. The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to restrictions upon international export. Accordingly, the strap for this item will be removed prior to shipment outside the United States.
"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

The total diamond weight is 6.0 carats.