ROBERTO FALCONE | A RARE YELLOW GOLD AND HARD STONE SKELETONIZED WRISTWATCH CIRCA 1980

Dial: skeletonized, hard stoneCaliber: finely engraved jeweled movementCase: 18k yellow gold, sapphire display back secured by screws to the bandClosure: 18k yellow gold and hard stone buckleSize: diameter 31 mmSigned: dial and movement

CASE Case in overall very good condition with light surface scuffs and wear from age and use. Case overall with very light surface wear. A heavier scratch to the lower left lug. DIAL Dial with outermost sector in translucent hard stone. Upper half of the sector signed Roberto Falcone. Some dust. White enamel FR signature at 6 o'clock with some discoloration. Hand engraved movement. MOVEMENT 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."

This very rare skeletonized wristwatch was made by the Milanese watchmakers and goldsmiths Dino and, his father, Roberto Falcone. Many of their works are unique, or made in extremely limited quantities entirely by hand. The present lot features a fine hand-engraved skeletonized movement bordered by an elegant translucent hard stone track. The present lot is signed and unnumbered, typical of all the examples identified in the market today. An identical (possibly this exact timepiece) is prominently featured in Negretti G., Nencini F., I Signori Del Tempo, 1986, p. 46.