Lot 81
  • 81

PATEK PHILIPPE | A YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACE KEYLESS WATCH, MADE IN 1910

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACE KEYLESS WATCH, MADE IN 1910
Dial: enamel  Calibre: keyless manual winding, 18 jewels Movement number: 159'109 Case: 18k yellow gold, hinged case back and cuvette Case number: 270'066 Size: 44.5 mm diameter Signed: case, dial, cuvette and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificat D'Origine & De Garantie and presentation box. Furthermore delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with enamel dial and Breguet numerals in 1910 and its subsequent sale on 23 April 1929 

Condition

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The enamel dial is intact and in very good overall condition. The crystal with minor wear particularly to the center. The case with surface wear throughout and minor signs of oxidization at 4 o'clock. The band with minor knife marks to the hinge from opening the case back. The case back with etchning to the center circle. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."