Audemars Piguet

• cal. 2889 manual winding movement, 25 jewels, one-minute tourbillon, mono-metallic compensation balance • black Tapisserie dial, outer scale calibrated for 60 units, 2 subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, tourbillon carriage revealed through an aperture at 6 o'clock • stainless steel Royal Oak case, two chronograph pushers to the band, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Audemars Piguet folding buckle

Manual winding movement and tourbillon in working order when cataloging. Dial is nice and clean, in very good condition. Case with a few surface scratches around the bezel, a few minor dents around the edge of bezel and to the edge of case. Overall in good condition. *Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **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."

With an Audemars Piguet presentation box.

In 1972 Audemars Piguet presented the first ever Royal Oak. Its octagonal case with 8 screws was designed by the legendary watchmaker Gérald Genta. Audemars Piguet chose the name from a series of British Royal Navy ships which in turn had taken the name from the story of King Charles II who hid in the hollow of an Oak tree following the Battle of Worcester in 1651 against the Roundheads. The tree later became known as the "Royal Oak" a symbol of protection, reliability, and strength. The robust and masculine design of the watch coincides with its origin and Royal Oak has then been hailed by collectors as the ultimate icon of modern sports watch.