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• three-quarter plate gilt lever movement, bi-metallic compensation balance, highly jeweled, some jewels carried in gold screwed chatons, blued steel hairspring, engraved gold cuvette further stamped EN for Emile Nielsen, lacking date letter • white enamel dial, the reverse signed Willis, Roman numerals, subsidiary dials at 6 and 12 o'clock indicating constant seconds and 60-minute register, blued steel double spade hands • heavy 18k gold circular case, black enamel Roman numerals repeated on the front lid, the reverse bearing polychrome enamel armorials • case stamped with London hallmarks for 1890, case further stamped with casemaker's mark RN for Robert Benson North, case, dial and movement signed and numbered by maker

The movement is running and chronograph functions properly, however we recommend service soon. The dial appears clean and intact with no visible hairlines. The case is in nice condition with only some light surface scuffs to the outside of the back and front lid. The enamel is in nice condition, despite some light scratches to the heraldic crest to the back. The inscription to the cuvette reads 'L.H. Wilson, Castlehill, AYR,' presumably the name of the original owner. the cuvette is stamped with London Hallmarks but no date letter is observed, the cuvette is also stamped EN for Emile Nielsen
"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."