- 2412
Jaeger-LeCoultre
Description
- AN IMPORTANT AND RARE LIMITED EDITION WHITE GOLD RECTANGULAR REVERSIBLE SKELETONIZED MULTI-AXIS SPHERICAL TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH 50-HOUR POWER RESERVE AND 24 HOURS INDICATIONCIRCA 2011 REVERSO GYROTOURBILLON 2
- dimensions 36 x 55 mm
Condition
"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
Housed within a massive version of Jaeger's most iconic case design, the Reverso GyroTourbillon 2 is a combination of classic aesthetics with pure contemporary watchmaking. The large dimensions of the case, 36 mm x 55 mm x 16 mm deep allowed Jaeger LeCoultre to fit the world¿s first dual-axis tourbillon with cylindrical balance spring within a wristwatch. The fast-beat dual-axis tourbillon, comprised of 90 parts alone, features an outer cage traveling at 60 seconds per revolution and an inner cage traveling at 18.75 seconds per revolution. The result is quite mesmerizing, designed within an open-work layout the two cages rotate in a spherical motion viewable with the case positioned in either location. Fitted with a locking mechanism to prevent accidental movement, the case reverse has a sapphire crystal revealing the 58 jewel movement with 371 parts and 50 hour power reserve indicator.
Made in a limited edition of only 20 pieces in white gold with grey dial accents, this combination was only available when purchased as part of a special set of three wristwatches, the Gyrotourbillon 1, 2 and ¿A Triptyque¿ models.