Lot 79
  • 79

Audemars Piguet, Robergé

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Audemars Piguet, Robergé
  • A WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD DIAMOND-SET DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH NO 244 AND A YELLOW GOLD AND STAINLESS STEEL OCTAGONAL WRISTWATCH NO 35057 CIRCA 1990
  • gold and alligator
  • diameter 36 mm, dimensions 41 mm x 32 mm
the first: quartz movement • silvered dual-time dial, Roman numerals, aperture for date • white and yellow gold circular case, half of the dial obscured by a rotating cover and bezel, two crowns to the band • case and dial signed • with a white gold Robergé buckle
the second: quartz movement • silvered tapisserie dial, baton indexes and minute track on a gold chapter ring • stainless steel elongated octagonal case, yellow gold bezel • with a Royal Oak bracelet with buckle

Condition

Neither movements running at the time of cataloguing. The cases with scuffs and scratches throughout consistent with frequent use. The second's bracelet too with scuffs and scratches throughout. Both dials in good condition. The watches have not been tested to determine the accuracy of their time keeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."