Ulysse Nardin

• the first: blue cloisonné enamel dial, rotating central dial depicting the continents surrounded by 24 hours for second time zone, with flexible wire spring dividing night and day and flexible throughout the year to indicate the changing length of day, outer ring with months and signs of the zodiac, small disc rotating for moon phases, dragon head and tail indicating months and zodiac signs
• the second: tri-color dial, off-center disk divided into the 12 signs of the Zodiac, overlapping rings representing equinoctial time, local time, months, signs of the zodiac, elevation and azimuth of sun and moon on planisphere, diurnal and nocturnal hours, moon-phases and the aspect of the sun and moon in relation to each other, sun and moon hands
• the third: dial composed of six revolving blue rings, each featuring a planet (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn) the rings rotating around the center representing the sun, the moon rotating around the earth, outer ring calibrated for months and zodiacs rotating once annually, domed sapphire crystal subdivided in 12 sectors that start from the center (Earth) and radiate outward
• all: automatic movement finely chased with foliate scrolls, pierced and engraved rotor, sapphire crystal display back, bezels engraved for hours, platinum Ulysse Nardin buckle and booklets, with box for set

This set is from a limited edition and is number 48/100. The movements for all are running at the time of cataloguing, however they may require service soon. The dials show no visible imperfections. The cases show minimal signs of wear and are in overall good order. The Planetarium watch features center seconds. The straps of all of the watches contain endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."