Audemars Piguet

• cal. 3126/3840 automatic lever movement, 59 jewels • black tapisserie dial with grey outer chapter ring, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, aperture for date, outer tachymeter scale calibrated to 1000 units • 18k pink gold Royal Oak Offshore case, black ceramic and forged carbon bezel, screw-down crown, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Audemars Piguet buckle 

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing. The dial and hands are in great condition. There are two visible chips on the lower right side of the case as well as one on the edge on the upper-left corner of the case. The rest of the case has visible scuffs and scratches throughout which is consistent with regular use. The bezel is heavily abraded and will cost approximately 1'500 CHF to be replaced at the buyer's discretion. Please be aware that this number is not based on an official written estimate by an official Audemars Piguet dealer. 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."