Lot 108
  • 108

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • A FINE LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD MINUTE REPEATING RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH REF 270.240.73 NO 287/500 REVERSO REPETITION MINUTES CIRCA 1995
  • pink gold
  • dimensions 42 x 26.5 mm
• cal. 943 manual winding nickel lever movement, 38 jewels, mono-metallic balance • silvered dial, guilloché centre, Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, aperture for visible striking mechanism regulator with jewelled blocks • 18k pink gold reversible polished case, repeating slide to the band, ribbed ends, plain polished reverse • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre folding buckle

Condition

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. The movement is running and the repeating mechanism is striking clearly at the time of cataloguing. Dial in good condition. Case with very minor scuffs but overall in very good condition, protective plastic to the case back. Buckle with minor scuffs. **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

This rare minute repeater wristwatch bears a movement made of 306 hand finished pieces assembled in an 18k pink gold Reverso case. The silver dial displays the ringtone regulator which regulates the train rotation and harmonizes the striking time.