Audemars Piguet

• cal. 28660 manual winding lever movement, 36 jewels, minute repeating on two gongs • silvered dial, applied Roman numerals on a guilloché ring, satin finished outer track with Arabic numerals, subsidiary dials for days, date and year with leap year indication, aperture for moon-phases • 18k pink gold case, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Audemars Piguet folding buckle 

The movement and the minute repeater is running at time of cataloguing. Repeater chiming in phase. The dial is in excellent condition. The case is in very good condition as it has very minor surface scratches to the bezel which is consistent with little use. Overall this watch is in good condition. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping.***
"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."

The production records of Audemars Piguet confirm that only five pieces in this reference were produced in rose gold.  A sale date of 2001 is recorded.

It is part of the Jules Audemars collection which embodies the pioneering spirit of the two founding fathers of the renowned manufacture.

Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet clearly left their footprint on the history of fine watchmaking and created many mechanical masterpieces. They were true pioneers in the field of complicated movements.

This piece reflects that pioneering spirit and great craftsmanship.