Patek Philippe

• jewelled moustache lever movement, bi-metallic compensation balance, wolfs tooth winding, (some calendar wheel work lacking), numbered 55341 under the dial • gold cuvette • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary dials for day, month, subsidiary seconds combined with date in French and moon-phases • later associated gold case, central aperture surrounded by blue enamel Roman numerals • dial signed, movement numbered, later associated case hallmarked London 1908, maker's mark F.T 

The movement is not running and the calendar is not functioning, there are wheels missing to the mechanism, will require restoration by a watch repairer. There are several cracks to the dial around the hand to the month indication subsidiary and to the subsidiary for the moon-phases. Later associated gold case heavily scuffed, dents to both covers. Glass lacking to the cover. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. 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."