Patek Philippe

• cal. 8-85 nickel lever movement, 18 jewels • silvered dial, applied faceted baton indexes, dot outer minute indications • platinum case, flat bezel, snap on case back with dedication • case, dial, and movement signed • with an platinum Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall excellent condition with very light wear. A very small indentation to the upper right lug. Case back inscribed "Alyce Graf Knudsen Award, 1958." Dial in overall very good condition with light wear. One hairline mark between 4 and 5. A very small area of oxidation between 2 and 3. Movement inscribed "MOX." Movement in excellent condition. With an associated 14k white gold bracelet. Please note that it's pair was sold in our previous sale, N09368 Lot 249 in 2015.
"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."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1957 and date of sale on April 28th, 1958. Together with a Patek Philippe service box and a retail tag.

The case back is inscribed for the Knudsen Award. Established on May 28th, 1956, the Rigmor and Carl Holst-Knudsen Award for Scientific Research was founded in honor of Mr. Holst-Knudsen's 70th birthday and his term as Chairman of the Board of Aarhus University. The University awards this prize annually to a researcher whose scientific work has produced significant results which promise to impact future research and findings.