Patek Philippe

• cal. 28-255C automatic movement, 36 jewels, gold rimmed rotor • blue ribbed dial, applied luminous baton indexes, aperture for date at 3 o'clock • 18k yellow gold cushion-form Nautilus case, brushed bezel, solid case back • case, dial, bracelet and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet with folding clasp

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing, the date functions are working properly. The dial has been replaced with a service dial from Patek Philippe during a servicing. The bezel with minor surface wear particularly toward the edges, a pinhead ding is at 3 o'clock. The band with surface wear particularly at 3 and 9 o'clock. The screws to the band at 3 and 9 o'clock with surface scratches from opening the case. The case back with surface wear particularly toward the edges and minor pinhead dings to the center from the bracelet. The bracelet with surface wear throughout the center links. Otherwise the watch is in good overall condition with signs of normal daily wear. * 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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives.