Lot 2211
  • 2211

Tiffany & Co.

Estimate
180,000 - 240,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE PINK GOLD PERPETUAL CALENDAR MINUTE REPEATING WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE DATE AND MOON PHASESNO 19721 CIRCA 1980
  • diameter 34 mm
• jeweled manual-winding movement, repeating on gong with two hammers • silvered dial, engraved baton indexes and outer chapter ring, 2 subsidiary dials for day and month, sector for retrograde date indication, fan-form aperture for moon phases • 18k pink gold case, teardrop lugs, minute-repeating slide to the band, winding crown at 12, snap-on case back • dial and movement signed, case and movement numbered 

Condition

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. It was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that the retrograde date is advancing while the hand pass mid night or set through the quick set pin. Unfortunately, the retrograde failed to go back to 1 when hand pass 30/31 mid night and only retrograde to 3 when quick set. Sothebys will be responsible for the cost of restoration with Andersen Geneva workshop, however the shipping cost will be at the buyer's discretion. The dial is in very good condition. Case in good condition with some inevitable light scuffs, no obvious sign of wear. Overall in good condition. Case no. 209124
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a service paper, confirming the service was completed by Frank Muller (1983) from Andersen Geneve workshop.