Lot 178
  • 178

Girard-Perregaux

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD QUARTZ CHRONOMETER WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHES WITH DATEREF 4910 NO A-1703 CIRCA 1990
  • stainless steel, yellow gold
  • diameter 34.5 mm / diameter 38 mm
the first: quartz chronometer movement, white textured dial, applied gold indexes with outer luminescent dots, minute ring, aperture for the date at 3, 18k yellow gold brushed and polished case, stepped bezel, screw-down back, case dial and movement signed, with a Girard-Perregaux buckle • the second: jewelled automatic nickel-finished lever movement, silvered textured dial, painted Roman numerals, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, aperture for the date at 3, polished stainless steel case, two pushers to the band, snap-on back, case, dial and movement signed, with a stainless steel Girard-Perregaux buckle

Condition

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 strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information** The first: The movement is working at the time of cataloguing, the battery has just been changed. The dial and hands in good condition. Case with the usual scuffs throughout and with more important scratches to the lower left lug. The strap with some glued disintegration from the presentation case The second: The movement is working at the time of cataloguing but would benefit from a service in a near future. The chronograph and date functions appear operational. The dial and hands in excellent condition. Case with the usual scuffs throughout and with some glued disintegration from the presentation case, also on the strap. The outside on the presentation case in good condition, the inside is disintegrating.
"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."