JULES JÜRGENSEN, COPENHAGEN | YELLOW GOLD HUNTING-CASED MINUTE REPEATING WATCH WITH JÜRGENSEN PATENTED BOW SETTINGCIRCA 1872

Dial: white enamel dial with Roman numerals and recessed second counter, Breguet style blued steel handsCalibre: 19''' Piguet Frères ébouche, nickel finished winding lever, repeating on two gongs, jewelledMovement number: 12'703Case: engine turned 18k yellow gold hunting case 'á goutte', 18k yellow gold cuvette and repeat slide in the band                                                                                Case number: 12'703Dimensions: 53 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: none

MVT: running at the time of cataloguing. The minute repeating functioning and audible. CASE: in good overall condition. The engine turning with some slight rubbing to the outermost edges, very light surface scratching throughout. The marks to the cuvette and inside case back are crisp and clear. Some slight chain wear to the bow. DIAL: in very good condition with no visible hairlines. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

According to the extract of the work book of Jürgensen, No 12'703 is a part of a series of two watches made and sold at the same time in 1872 for CHF 967.80