Lot 77
  • 77

Universal Genève

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE, MONTH, REGISTERS AND MOON PHASES REF 52202 MVT 235504 CASE 1069138 TRI COMPAX CIRCA 1955
  • Lizard, gold
  • diameter 35 mm
cal. 481 nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance • silvered dial, applied Arabic numerals and dagger indexes, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, date combined with moon phases, apertures for day and month, outer tachymeter scale calibrated to 1000 units • 14k yellow gold case, chronograph push buttons to the case band, engraved solid case back • case, dial and movement signed  

Condition

Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chronograph functions correctly, calendar functions correctly. Case in good condition with some wear to the edges consistent with use. Nicks to the sides of the bottom two lugs. Case with name and date engraved to the case back, for more information on the engraving please call the department. Patina to the case band. Dial in very good condition with very light spotting, slight scratch at 8 o'clock, spot around the arbor to the date dial. 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."