Patek Philippe

• cal. 240 Q automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva 22K gold micro rotor mounted on ball bearings, Gyromax balance, 27 jewels • black dial, applied faceted baton and dot indexes, 3 subsidiary dials for day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap year and aperture for moon-phases combined with date, dauphine hands • brushed platinum case, stepped bezel, down-turned lugs, snap-on case back engraved with In Celebration of 200 Years – Boodle & Dunthorne – 1798-1998 • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

Movement and functions are in working order while cataloguing, but it has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. Dial is clean and intact. This watch is in beautiful condition and has never been worn. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to 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."

This model was produced in a limited edition of only 20 examples to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the establishment of the famous English jewellery and watches retailer Boodle & Dunthorne’s. Founded in 1798, the business was acquired in 1880 by Henry Wainright and, since then, the company has remained under family control with a sixth generation member having recently joined. The company expanded from its Liverpool origins and now has several stores in London as well as Manchester, Chester and Dublin, Ireland. 
Boodle & Dunthorne celebrated their bicentenary with a specially commissioned watch from another world renowned family-run company, Patek Philippe. This very rare watch is without a doubt a special collector’s item.