Lot 3
  • 3

Audemars Piguet

Estimate
22,000 - 42,000 CHF
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Description

  • A PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTRE SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETREF 14790 MVT 406881 CASE D56625 NO 0038 ROYAL OAK CIRCA 1980
  • PINK GOLD
  • diameter 36 mm bracelet circumference approx. 175 mm
• cal. 2225 automatic lever movement • cream tapisserie dial, luminescent baton numerals, aperture for date • 18k pink gold brushed and polished Royal Oak case, bezel and back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Audemars Piguet folding clasp

Condition

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. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Dial in very good condition. Case with few scuffing, consistent with wear. Nice watch, complete with box and certificate.
"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."