FRANCK MULLER | A FINE WHITE GOLD TONNEAU-FORM MINUTE REPEATING TOURBILLON WRISTWATCHREF 6850 RMT NO 06 IMPERIAL TOURBILLON MINUTE REPEATER CIRCA 1998

• finely engraved manual winding movement, 32 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage • silvered guilloché dial, Arabic numerals, aperture at 6 for the tourbillon carriage combined with subsidiary seconds, fan-form sector for minute repeating power reserve indication • 18k white gold tonneau-form case, sapphire crystal display back secured by 4 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Franck Muller buckle

CASE The case is in very good overall condition, with light surface scratches indicative of careful and seldom wear. In our view the case is most likely unpolished. DIAL The dial is in very good overall condition, and in our view, shows no signs of prior restoration. MOVEMENT The movement is in very good overall condition. The watch is currently running, and the minute repeating function is operating properly. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however 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 Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
"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 presentation box, certificate and instructions for use.