• cal. 240/188 nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 33 jewels, eccentric 22k gold micro-rotor • guilloché blue dial, lozenge hands, applied baton indexes surrounded by a silver and midnight blue revolving disc in 24 hours for the diurnal and nocturnal hours, outer revolving ring bearing the names of 24 world cities • single diamond set between the lugs, screw-down sapphire display case back • case, dial and movement signed • platinum Patek Philippe folding clasp

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service in the near future to be well preserved. Dial in very good condition. Case with light scuffs. Overall in good condition.
"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."

With a Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on June 20th, 2003. Together with fitted wood display box.

The 'Heure Universelle', or World Time model, is the result of a revolutionary synchronization principle. This patented mechanism allows for the single push button to control the adjustment of the 24 hour ring, city ring and current local time. The complexities of this mechanism make reading and operating the World Time wristwatch remarkably easy.

For an example of an early application of the 'Heure Universelle' concept, see lot 239.