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PATEK PHILIPPE | A FINE AND VERY RARE WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETREF 3711/1G-001 MVT 3256400 CASE 4272255 NAUTILUS CIRCA 2004
Estimate
600,000 - 800,000 HKD
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Description
- A FINE AND VERY RARE WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETREF 3711/1G-001 MVT 3256400 CASE 4272255 NAUTILUS CIRCA 2004
- diameter 42 mm, bracelet circumference approximatively 195 mm
• cal. 315/190 automatic movement stamped with Geneva seal, 30 jewels • black ribbed dial, luminous baton indexes and hands, center seconds, aperture for date • 18k white gold Nautilus case, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe bracelet and folding clasp
Condition
The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. Case in generally in very good condition with no visible blemishes. Bracelet with minor signs of wear, the back of the bracelet shows some minor surface hairlines. The watch is in very good overall condition. * 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."
"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 Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, instruction manual and presentation box. Reference 3711/1G was launched at the Basel Fair in 2004. In 2006, the model was discontinued when Patek Philippe celebrated the Nautilus's 30th anniversary and launched the new 5700 and 5800 series. The size of the Reference 3711/1G (diameter 42mm) makes it one of the largest time-only watches ever made by Patek Philippe.
The present example has been retained in exceptional overall condition and completed with its original certificate.
The present example has been retained in exceptional overall condition and completed with its original certificate.