ULYSSE NARDIN | A FINE AND FASCINATING LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM TOURBILLON MINUTE REPEATING WESTMINSTER CHIMES WRISTWATCH WITH AUTOMATON GENGHIS KHAN AND ONYX DIALREF 789-80 NO 02/30 GENGHIS KHAN MINUTE REPEATER CIRCA 2012

• cal. UN-78 manual winding movement, 36 jewels, minute repeating with Westminster chimes on four gongs, one minute tourbillon carriage • onyx dial, outer silvered minute ring with dot indexes, 4 Mongolian warriors automaton simultaneously striking the bell when the repeater is activated, aperture for tourbillon combined with constant seconds • platinum case, repeating slide to the band, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Ulysse Nardin folding clasp

Movement in working order when cataloging. Westminster repeating sound is in great resonance and in pace. Dial and hands are in very good condition. Case in very good condition, with light surface wear throughout and with some minor scuffs at 10 o'clock to the bezel and the minor pinhead ding to the bezel at 6 o'clock, upper left lug with two minor dings. Overall in very good condition. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information.**
"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 Ulysse Nardin presentation box. Established in 1846 and named after its original founder, Ulysse Nardin was best known for manufacturing accurate marine chronometers supplied to navies over 50 countries during the 1800s. In 1983, the company was purchased by Rolf W. Schnyder and partnered up with Dr. Ludwig Oechslin to create the most forefront timepieces. Today, Ulysse Nardin continues its tradition to combine science and innovation not only to produce complicated timepieces but also watches with fun and joy by using modern materials and manufacturing techniques.


Launched in 2003, the Genghis Khan is known to be one of the several masterworks of late Rolf W. Schnyder - world's first wristwatch combining a Westminster chime with minute repeater, automatons and tourbillon.

Produced only in 30 pieces. As the name 'Genghis Khan' suggested, the interesting dial is impressive to observe, staging a group of Mongolian warriors, each time the Westminster chimes or the repeater is engaged, the figures while riding on their crafted horse, fight with their curved swords or trying to catch a small ring with a spear, with another appears to be playing a musical instrument. Fascination is to be listening to the four gongs Westminster performing a different tone (Mi-Do-Re-Sol). All four gongs sound in three different sequences for the quarters.