Patek Philippe

• cal. 215 HG circular manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, free-sprung Gyromax balance, 18 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and five positions • silvered dial, Breguet numerals, aperture for jumping hours, central blued steel moon hand • tonneau form case, case back with commemorative 150th anniversary inscription • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle

Reginald H. Fullerton, Jr.

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The dial is in very clean condition with no visible imperfections. The case case shows some minor surface scuffs. minimal surface wear. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see 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."

Accompanied by Certificate of Origin, attestation, commemorative medal, spare strap and folder. Further accompanied by a leather presentation box with outer packaging.

Purchased by Mr. Fullerton in July 1990.

Ref. 3969 was launched in 1989 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Patek Philippe. From the limited series of 500 pieces, 450 were made in pink gold and 50 pieces were made in platinum

Patek Philippe described the Jump Hour in their 1989 sales literature as a redesign of a shape that had broken with convention when first introduced after World War 1.  In the sale's booklet Patek speaks about the model's rarity and further explains that only "five hundred of these watches will ever be manufactured... Then the movement blanks and tools will be destroyed."