Lot 38
  • 38

Breguet

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE DATECIRCA 2003 REF 3757 NO 2860 MVT 1059
  • diameter 40 mm
• cal. 558.1 finely engraved manual winding nickel lever movement, 21 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance within a one-minute tourbillon carriage • silvered guilloché dial, eccentric time dial to the top with Roman numerals in a brushed chapter ring, blued steel Breguet hands, time dial combined with sector for retrograde date with corresponding serpentine hand, two subsidiary dials indicating day and month with inset leap year indication, constant seconds hand mounted above aperture revealing tourbillon carriage • circular case, coin-edge band, straight screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Breguet deployant buckle

Condition

The movement is running however it might need service in the next few years. The dial is nice and clean with no surface wear. The case shows only very light wear to the back and is in overall very nice condition. The strap of this watch contains 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and booklet in leather folder, fitted wooden presentation box with outer packaging.