Lot 156
  • 156

Patek Philippe

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Patek Philippe
  • A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH INDIRECT CENTRE SECONDS REF 96 MVT 864022 CASE 61627 MADE IN 1939
  • Stainless steel
  • diameter 31 mm
• 12’’’ jewelled nickel lever movement • silvered dial, applied silver Arabic numerals at 12, baton indexes, outer Arabic minute track with 1/5 seconds divisions, red hand for centre seconds • stainless steel case, snap on back • case, dial and movement signed 

Condition

Movement running at the time of cataloguing. Case in good condition, signs of wear to case and bezel, case back with some scratching. Dial in very good condition, likely restored. Hands in good general condition, some oxidisation the red centre seconds hands. The watch however has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and a service maybe required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."