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Audemars Piguet
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- RETAILED BY GÜBELIN: A VERY FINE AND RARE PLATINUM AND YELLOW GOLD PERPETUAL CALENDAR CUSHION-FORM OPEN-FACED WATCH WITH MOON-PHASESMADE IN 1922 NO 29521
- Platinum, Yellow Gold
- width 43 mm
• cal. 17SVF circular nickel lever movement, 19 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, Breguet numerals, subsidiary dials for day, month combined with leap year, date, and fan-form aperture for moon-phases and ages combined with seconds • cushion-form case in platinum and yellow gold, stepped bezel, arched pendant, snap-on case back with applied monogram and 1954 presentation engraving • case, dial and movement signed Gübelin, case and movement numbered 29521 for Audemars Piguet
Condition
Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Calendar functions correctly. Case in good condition with wear and scuffing consistent with use and age. Case back with patina surrounding the applied monogram and engraving. Dial with light surface scratches, discoloration and patina overall, notably to the subsidiary dials. Movement with light scratches and some loss of finish.
"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."
"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 Gübelin fitted suede period pouch.
Audemars Piguet confirms production of this watch in 1922 and sale in 1924 to Gübelin.
A visually similar example, also retailed by Gübelin, and additionally featuring a minute repeating slide, is illustrated in Brunner, G., Pfeiffer-Belli, C. & Wehrli, M., Audemars Piguet: 125 Ans d'Audace, p. 139.
The present lot bears a presentation engraving to the case back for President Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President of the United States of America.