• cal.177 manual winding jeweled nickel lever movement, finely engraved and pierced, Gyromax balance, • skeletonized dial • 18k yellow gold circular case, T-bar lugs, sapphire crystal display back • case and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it might benefit from a service in the near future. Dial in very good condition. Case with light scuffs from wear. 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 Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives and presentation box.

Patek Philippe produced what are recognized as some of the finest skeleton watches ever made during the 1980s and early 1990s. Each timepiece was meticulously hand-engraved in gold leaving a delicate, thin, and mesmerizing combination of miniscule bridges and wheels. Automatic versions such as the Ref. 3878 used the Caliber 240 (2.4 mm thick) while the manual versions, including the Refs. 3880, 3883, and 3886, included the Caliber 177 (1.77 mm thick). One can only admire and wonder how the engraver signed the movement with the words 'Patek Philippe Geneva' and a seven digit movement number on a bridge less than 2 mm wide. During their original availability, skeleton watches regularly represented the highest priced items within the Patek Philippe sales brochure due the skilled-man hours required to create them.  The current example is oꦚffered the first time at auction by the original owner.