RGM

• cal. nom/Claret 88 manual winding movement, 30 jewels, 2 hammers repeating on 2 gongs • silvered textured dial, Roman numerals for hours, outer minute track, blued steel hands, 3 subsidiary dials for day, date, and leap year combined with month • platinum case, coin-edge band, straight lugs, slide to the band at 9 o'clock, sapphire crystal display case • case, dial, and movement signed

Movement running at the time of cataloging however it has not been tested for accuracy and may need service at the buyer's discretion and expense. All functions work properly, chiming is in phase. Case in very good condition with very minimal wear. Dial in excellent condition. Movement in very good condition. The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to restrictions upon international export. Accordingly, the strap will be removed prior to shipment outside the United States.
"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."

Accompanied by the Certificate of Guarantee and a small presentation box.

The company RGM, named after its founder and chief watchmaker Roland G. Murphy, was launched in the early 1990s with the release of the 101 Chronograph. Murphy's designs are clearly influenced by historical makers such as Breguet, and over the years has produced watches in series and commission pieces. The present lot, a reference 103R, is undoubtedly a highlight of the company's production, featuring the classic aesthetics of an engine-turned dial, blued steel hands and a reeded case band and a movement with a perpetual calendar combined with minute repeater.