Lot 8
  • 8

Universal Genève

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • A PINK GOLD TRIPLE CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, MOON-PHASES AND BRACELETREF 12296 CASE 1454813 TRI-COMPAX CIRCA 1950
  • 18k pink gold
  • diameter 37 mm bracelet cicrumference approx. 180 mm
• cal. 481 jewelled manual winding lever movement, mono-metallic balance • silvered dial, applied triangular indexes, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with date, apertures for day and month in French, outermost blue tachometer scale • 18k pink gold brushed and polished case, two square chronograph pushers to the band, snap-on back, three correctors to the band for date, moon-phases and month  • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold bracelet with a monogram to the clasp

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 require. Manual winding movement running and functions operating while cataloguing. The dial with few scuffs and dirt throughout. A chip to the bezel and another to the back and scuffs throughout. The plexi scuffed. The general condition is good and in accordance to the age of this attractive vintage piece. The presentation case probably later. The clasp monogramed RdL.
"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."