AUDEMARS PIGUET | YELLOW GOLD SKELETONISED WRISTWATCH CIRCA 1980

Dial: skeletonised Calibre: cal. 2120/1 automatic, 36 jewels Movement number: 174’920 Case: 18ct yellow gold, snap-on sapphire crystal display back Case number: B40’513 Closure: black Audemars Piguet alligator strap with Audemars Piguet 18ct yellow gold pin buckle Dimensions: 32.5mm diameter Signed: case and movement Accessories: Audemars Piguet leather pouch

DIAL: Hands in very good condition. CASE: in overall good condition with little signs of wear. Hallmarks appear legible. MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

Audemars Piguet has developed the highest skills in crafting beautifully decorated movements. This example features a skeletonised dial that stays very legible thanks to the blued steel indexes and hands and reveals the finest quality of the work made on the automatic calibre 2120.