Tissot

• bumper automatic movement, 17 jewels • polychrome painted enamel dial depicting a map of North America and Greenland flanked by a palm tree and an ocean liner, gold painted markers for the quarters • 14k yellow gold polished case with fancy lugs, screw-down back • case and movement signed

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing. The dial and movement are loose within the case and move when the winder is adjusted. Dial in good condition. Hands with some scuffs. Case with usual scuffs throughout and scratches between the lugs and on the back due to age and use. Interesting watch.
"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."

Enamel dials hold a special place amongst enthusiast's collections. They add a colour interest to a functional watch. Many of the most prestigious manufactures such as Patek Philippe, Rolex or Vacheron Constantin produced enamel dials but always in very limited quantities. 

The dial of this desirable lot has a representation of the map of North America and Greenland which is extremely similar to the Patek Philippe ref. 605 with cloisonné enamel (please refer to Sotheby's New York, 22nd October 2002, lot 58).

The dial as well as the 14k gold case seem to indicate that the watch was originally produced for the American market.

The present watch is further distinguished by its elegant lugs and its original signed crown.