Lot 26
  • 26

Cartier

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • AN 18K WHITE GOLD TONNEAU-SHAPED SINGLE BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHCIRCA 2004 REF 2396 NO 0696 TORTUE CHRONOGRAPH
  • white gold and alligator strap
  • length including lugs 43 mm
• Cal. 0.45 MC manual winding nickel lever movement, 22 jewels • silvered guilloché dial, raised Roman numerals with secret signature at VII, outer ring for chronograph seconds, blued steel hands, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register • 18k white gold tonneau-shaped case, chronograph mechanism activated through the sapphire-set crown, sapphire crystal case back secured by eight screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Cartier deployant clasp

Condition

Running at the time of cataloguing, and the chronograph is functioning properly, however may benefit from service in the future. Dial with no visible imperfections. Case with some very light surface scuffs from minimal 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by the Certificate of Origin and the original display box.