• 10.85 ligne nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • en grisaille enamel dial in crimson depicting a classical maiden atop a lion, white enamel chapter ring with stylized Arabic numerals • diamond-set bezel with twelve faceted synthetic ruby-set triangular indexes, band engraved with Greek key motif, snap back • movement and case signed • with original ruby and diamond-set chain • approximate total diamond weight 4.65 cts

An exquisite example, made further rare by the addition of the original box and chain. The movement is currently running, however it may require service soon. The movement is further numbered 22107.The dial is in very good order with no visible imperfections. The case shows some light scuffs but excellent definition throughout and has likely never been polished.
"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 original fitted presentation box from Diener Hermanos, Mexico City. The illustrious boutique was known to have imported some of the finest Swiss watches for the elite of Mexico City, including the present lot from Longines.

Longines confirms production of this watch and its sale to Messrs Zivy, the firm's agent in Mexico on June 9th, 1921.

The present lot was a gift from the President of Mexico to a prominent Mexican politician at the time of the founding of the Partido Revolucionario Institucional by Plutarco Elias Calles in the late 1970s.