Lot 2461
  • 2461

Patek Philippe

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE AND UNUSUAL YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE REF 3445/100 MVT 1232678 CASE 333271 MADE IN 1977
  • diameter 35 mm
• cal. 27-460 automatic nickel lever movement stamped with Geneva seal, 37 jewels, Gyromax balance, yellow gold rotor • sunburst gilt dial, applied baton indexes, subsidiary seconds, aperture for date • 18k yellow gold case, faceted down turned lugs, screw-down case back, crystal glass top • case, dial and movement signed • 18k Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

Movement is in working order and date is advancing while cataloguing. The crown may need to be adjusted a bit as the minute hand can still be moved when locking the crown back in after setting the time. Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. Dial with superficial hairlines, hardly visible even under a powerful loupe. Normal surface hairlines to the bezel, lugs and bands. Strong hallmarks, sharp lugs. Overall condition is very good for its age. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an 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."