Lot 241
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AUDEMARS PIGUET | REF 5570BAA YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED PERPETUAL CALENDAR SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH MINUTE REPEATING WATCH WITH MOON PHASES CIRCA 1987

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • Audemars Piguet
  • REF 5570BAA YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED PERPETUAL CALENDAR SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH MINUTE REPEATING WATCH WITH MOON PHASES CIRCA 1987
Dial: silveredCaliber: cal. 2860 movement, 37 jewelsMovement number: 265029Case: 18k yellow gold, sold snap on case backCase number: C12200, No. 2/1987Size: diameter 52 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Audemars Piguet guarantee booklet 

Condition

CASE Case in overall very good condition with light wear. Some very minor scuffing to the case back. Case number is numbered No 2/1987 c12200. Gold mark to the case band visible with slight rubbing. Bow with some faint scratches. DIAL Dial is in overall excellent condition with some very light dust. Some signs of light wear to the applied indexes. MOVEMENT Minutes repeating in phase. Split second chronograph operating. Perpetual calendar and moon phases operating through pushers to the case band. 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.
"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

Audemars Piguet confirms the present lot with movement number 265029 was sold in 1987 in the USA.