*  quartz movement with 3 jewels *  blue engine-turned dial, baton hands, faceted amethyst top  *  18k gold polished marquise-shaped case, bezel set with 46 circular-cut diamonds, back secured by screws, with pin-setting button  *  case, dial and movement signed *  with an 18k gold AP double foldingbuckle

A LADY'S RECTANGULAR INGOT WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 1985

*  jewelled nickel lever movement, mono-metallic balance *  dial composed of a 5 gram ingot from Union Bank of Switzerland, black sword hands *  18k gold polished rectangular case, bezel set with 94 circular-cut diamonds, diamond-set crown, back secured by 4 screws *  case, dial and movement signed *  with an 18k gilt Corum buckle 



     

Audemars Piguet: Quartz movement running while cataloguing. Amethyst top with minor chips, but it is common. DIal looks nice and clean. Diamonds in nice colours and sizes. Case and buckle with superficial scratches from light wear, but it is hardly noticeable. Outside of case back numbered C 37771. Corum: Manual winding movement running while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Ingot retains high definition. Case and buckle with superficial scratches from normal wear, but it is common. Outside of case back numbered 14300 and 337642. The leather 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."