BREGUET | REF 1890 SOUSCRIPTION PERPETUELLEA YELLOW GOLD OPEN FACED AUTOMATIC WATCH WITH DATE POWER RESERVE AND MOONPHASE CIRCA 1995

Dial: silver engine turned and brushedCaliber: 'perpetuelle' gilt with platinum oscillating weightMovement number: 9Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on glazed case backCase number: 09Dimensions: 62 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movementAccessories: 18k yellow gold chain

CASE Case in very good condition with light wear around the edges. Small nicks to the edge of the rear bezel around 4 o'clock. Light oxidation on the case band. Surface scratches to the crystal, notably in the center and at 9-10 o'clock. DIAL Dial in excellent condition. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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. The hands do not align with hour on the hour and will require service to be corrected. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Breguet's modern-era productions frequently make reference to their illustrious historical pieces. Such is the case with the present lot, the dial of which bears a striking resemblance to Breguet No. 5, the firm's 1794 perpétuelle masterpiece. That piece was acquired at auction in 2001 for over one million dollars, and is now in the Breguet Historical Collection.  The perpétuelle movement of the present lot features a hammer-form oscillating weight, a design Breguet originally designed in 1791. The modern version was manufactured by Michel Parmigiani and the rotor itself is rendered in platinum.