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Breguet
Description
- A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM MINUTE REPEATING PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASESCIRCA 2003 REF 5437 'CLASSIQUE' NO 1/7
- Yellow gold
- diameter 40 mm
Provenance
Reginald H. Fullerton, Jr.
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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Certificate of Ori✤💧gin, two additional straps, setting pin, tie-tag, product literature, commemorative postcards, original sales receipt, appraisal by Breguet, fitted presentation box with key and packaging.
The present lot represents the most complicated Breguet wristwatch that Mr. Fullerton purchased. Boasting a perpetual calendar as well as a minute repeater that chimes the hours and minutes in a clear🐼 and melodious tone, it showcases the firm's special talent for combining technical prowess with utter elegance.
Made under the oversight of the legendary late Nicolas Hayek, this r💃eference was limited to an extremely small production of only seven pieces. Confirming his place at the summit of watch collectors, Mr. Fullerton was able to secur🐽e the first of this exclusive series. In his personal notes, Mr. Fullerton indicates that one piece was supplied to five international Breguet boutiques, in Paris, Cannes, Vienna, London and New York, one was reserved for the Breguet Museum, and the final piece was reserved by the firm's President and CEO, Mr. Hayek.