L11054

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Lot 35
  • 35

Girard-Perregaux

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • A LIMITED EDITION TITANIUM AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERSCIRCA 1998 MICHAEL SCHUMACHER NO 3/12
  • titanium
  • diameter 37 mm
• automatic jewelled nickel lever movement • black dial, luminous Arabic numerals, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hours register with Prince Hakeem insignia, aperture for date • case back secured by seven screws • case, dial and movement signed • titanium Ferrari buckle

Condition

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, the chronograph and the date are operating. However it may benefit from a service. Dial and case in good condition. This watch was given as a gift in 1998 by Prince Abdul Hakeem, the son of prince Jeffrey of Brunei. It was part of the 12 watches commissioned to celebrate the Ferrari's victory in the F1 Belgian Grand Prix on the 24th 1997 won by Michael Schumacher. Reference : 8020
"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 Girard-Perregaux presentation case.