Roger Dubuis

• cal RD 5799 nickel lever movement, 25 jewels • blue mother of pearl and diamond set dial, arch form sector for Arabic retrograde hours, outer track with Arabic numerals for date and minutes • 18k white gold case, pusher in crown for date, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Roger Dubuis buckle

CASE Please not that length inclusive of lugs is 53 mm Case in overall good condition with wear, scuffing, and scratches consistent with occasional use. Case remains attractive overall. Hallmarks to the back of lugs remain highly legible. Some wear and scuffing to the buckle. DIAL Dial is attractive mother of pearl, and intact. The diamonds have not been tested for quality. MOVEMENT Retrograde function operating, but may require routine service at the purchaser's discretion. When setting the time the retrograde function occasionally sticks. Date function working properly. The movement 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.***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 international shipping.*** This property will involve a F&WL permit for international export.
"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 a Roger Dubuis Certificate of Origin and Guarantee, a Republic and Canton of Geneva Certificate of Origin, and a L'Observatoire De Besançon certificate. Together with an instructional booklet, sales tag, and a presentation box with outer packaging.