Lot 2321
  • 2321

F.P. Journe

Estimate
100,000 - 130,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE TANTALUM WRISTWATCH NO 028 SOUVERAIN CHRONOMETRE BLEU CIRCA 2010
  • diameter 39.5 mm
• cal. 1304 manual winding pink gold movement, dual barrel, engine-turned and fausses cotes decoration, 22 jewels • metallic blue dial, Arabic numerals, outer minute track, guilloché subsidiary seconds dial • tantalum case, down turned lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by 5 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a tantalum F.P. Journe buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement in working order when cataloging. Dial is in very good condition, very nice and clean. Case with a few light surface scratches and scuffs around the bezel and case back. Overall in very good condition. Case numbered No 028-CB. Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to 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."

Catalogue Note

With a F.P. Journe certificate, instruction manual and presentation box.

Tantalum is a rare and extremely hard metal that has a high boiling point up to 3017 degree Celsius. It is commonly used in making capacitors, which is an essential part of nearly all electrical circuits. The tantalum-case model features chrome made dial which would create a constantly shifting shades of blue color according to light.