百達翡麗

• 自動上弦擒縱機芯240 HU，印有百達翡麗印記，33顆寶石，Gyromax擺輪，22k黃金迷你擺陀 • 銀色錶盤，中心以多彩掐絲琺瑯繪有美國及歐洲地圖，24小時同心時標環分為日間及夜間小時，旋轉外環印有24個世界城市名稱 • 18k黃金錶殼，11時位置設世界時間按鈕，旋入式藍寶石水晶玻璃透明背蓋 • 錶殼、錶盤及機芯印有品牌標誌 • 備百達翡麗18k黃金折疊錶扣

* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準

The present lot is now preserved in Patek Philippe sealed bag, possibly been resealed after checking of function. Watch appears to be unworn, signs of light oxidization between lower lugs but can easily be cleaned. Overall in excellent condition. Please note that upon export out of Hong Kong, the sealed bag has to be cut opened and alligator strap removed prior to shipping. Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping 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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

附帶原廠證書、說明書及錶盒。

於2008年發行的5131型號由推出後迅速得到藏家青睞。此錶款搭載優雅的黃金錶殼，同時配置精緻細膩的掐絲琺瑯錶盤描繪歐洲及美洲地圖。由於琺瑯錶盤製造工藝極其複雜，費時曠工，只有兩至三名琺瑯技師能勝任此工序。琺瑯技師每年只能生產約30個錶盤，因此5131型號產量甚少，於市場中極為稀有。錶盤全由手工打造，每一枚腕錶的錶盤均獨一無二，倍顯珍貴。