Ulysse Nardin

• cal. UN-80 automatic nickel lever jewelled movement finely chased with foliate scrolls, pierced and engraved rotor cut to reveal the Ulysse Nardin anchor logo • meteorite dial centred by small central disc representing the sun, bordered by concentric rotating rings with applied gold cartouches representing the planets of the Solar System, small disc representing the Earth with attached rotating moon indicator, outer gilt chapter ring with months and signs of the Zodiac, sweep seconds • sapphire crystal with stylized gilt demarcation lines emerging from the earth indicator, circular case, rounded bezel with inlaid black enamel Roman numerals for the time display, hooded lugs, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k white gold Ulysse Nardin buckle

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. Movement is in working order while cataloguing. Dial in very good condition. Case with scuffs due to wear, black enamel in numerals on bezel on most part deficient.
"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."

This watch is part of Ulysse Nardin's Astronomical Trilogy which consisted of the Astrolabium Galileo Galilei, the Planetarium Copernicus and the Tellurium Johannes Kepler. The dial of the Planetarium Copernicus is composed of six revolving rings made of meteorite, each featuring a planet (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn). The rings rotate around the center which represents the sun.

The model is illustrated in Kahlert, Mühe, Armbanduhren - 100 Jahre Entwicklungsgeschichte, fifth edition, p. 430.