Lot 59
  • 59

Patek Philippe

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD CURVED HINGED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH REF 431 MVT 957538 CASE 672881 MADE IN 1952
  • Alligator, Yellow Gold
  • length 45 mm, width 25 mm
• cal. 10 200 manual winding movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels • silvered dial, luminous Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, luminous cathedral hands • 18k yellow gold curved hinged rectangular case • case, dial, and movement signed

Condition

Movement running at the time of catalog however it was not tested for accuracy of time nor duration of power reserve and may benefit from a service at the buyer's expense. Case in very good condition with patina overall and light swirls consistent with age. There is a remarkably clear 18k mark at the bottom of the back of the case. Dial with restoration. Movement in good condition with some loss of finish. The present lot is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on October 30th, 1952. 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.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on October 30th, 1952.