Vacheron Constantin

• nickel lever movement, 29 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance • silvered dial, Arabic numerals, outer minute track , subsidiary seconds • platinum polished case, repeating slide to the band • case, dial and movement signed

The movement is running and repeating well at the time of catalogue, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion post-sale. Dial with some tarnished and light scuffs. The case with scuffs throughout.
"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."

More than 300 years after its invention, the horological complication of 'repetition' is undimmed in its ability to amaze. Minute repeating watches tell the time both visibly and audibly. When the slide to the case side of the present watch is turned, the watch will 'repeat' the time. Using two coiled gongs at the edge of the movement, the watch will first chime the hours, on a gong of lower tonality, followed by the quarters past the hour which are indicated by the two internal hammers chiming first one gong and then the other in quick succession. Finally the minutes are chimed at speed by a hammer on the higher tone gong. The present example is notable for the superb quality and slim proportions of its movement. Slim watches were greatly favoured during the Art Deco period but the incorporation of such a complex movement into so a thin case was extremely challenging and could only be achieved by the finest watchmakers.