AUDEMARS PIGUET | GRANDE SONNERIE REPETITION MINUTES CARILLON , REFERENCE 25888BC A WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET GRANDE AND PETITE SONNERIE MINUTE REPEATING BRACELET WATCH, NO.1, CIRCA 1996

Dial: pavé-set diamondCalibre: cal. 2890 mechanical, 55 jewelsMovement number: 456'601Case: 18k white gold, case back secured by 5 screwsCase number: E03836, no. 1Closure: 18k white gold Audemars Piguet bracelet and folding claspSize: 39 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 165 mmSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: Audemars Piguet Certificat d'Origine et de Garantie, sales tag and presentation box

For a similar Grande and Petite watch, please see Audemars Piguet 20th Century Complicated Wristwatches, pages 262 and 263.

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. Consigned by an incredible important collector, the present watch is not only a mechanical masterpiece but is highly decorated with precious diamonds throughout. The repeating is in phase and has a very nice tone and clarity. The silent strike and automatic repeating mechanism is working beautifully. The dial is in extremely beautiful with a lovely two-tone finish and pave diamond centre. The case is in exceptional condition with very crisp engravings to the case back confirming this watch is a no. 1. All diamonds to the bezel and bracelet are intact and are beautifully radiating in bright light. There is just a couple of surface mark to the bezel and bracelet. In additional to the absolute stunning appearance of this bracelet watch, we also confirm that it is a unique piece made by the famous house Audemars Piguet. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

This highly sophisticated wristwatch not only strikes the time on request, but can be set to chime automatically. A grande sonnerie is a mechanism that chimes the hour and also the quarter every 15 minutes. Similar to a bell tower or clock. This watch can also be considered a clock watch. The case back is signed 'no. 1' and both and case and bracelet have been lavishly set with diamonds. Complete with original certificate, sales tag and presentation box, the present watch is offered in excellent overall condition.

Audemars Piguet manufactured a total 188 sonnerie wristwatches between approximately 1996 and 2000, highlighting their rarity and exclusivity.