Lot 82
  • 82

Leica

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE LIMITED EDITION GOLD PLATED AND DIAMOND-SET CAMERA M6 NO HB 039 SERIAL 2283239, LENS NUMBERED HB 039-125 SERIAL 3751039 MADE IN AN EDITION OF 125 EXAMPLES TO CELEBRATE THE 50TH BIRTHDAY OF THE SULTAN OF BRUNEI IN 1996
  • width 13.9 cm, height 7.67 cm
• 35mm Summilux-M f1.4 gold plated lens with end-cap decorated with Sultan of Brunei emblem • gold plated body with applied faux lizard band, the upper with Sultan of Brunei emblem and set with .51ct diamond to the center, the backplate dated 15th July 1996 with factory commemoration engraving • made in Germany

Condition

The camera is unusued. Please note it has not been tested.
"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

With the original wooden presentation case featuring inlaid Sultan of Brunei emblem and commemoration inscription, E.G.L diamond certificate, signed and numbered Leica certificate of authenticity, strap, lens protector, wide-angle lens cover, unused battery, instructions, blank warranty, and outer packaging.

This special edition was released in commemoration of the 50th Birthday of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah Sultan Dan Dang Di-Pertuan Negara Brunei Darussalam on July 15th 1996.

Offered in excellent unused condition.