• 17’'' nickel lever movement designated Special, precision regulator, highly jeweled, two hammers repeating on two gongs • white enamel dial with radial Arabic numerals, outer minute track with red numerals, subsidiary seconds, hand lacking • 18k gold case, slide to activate the minute repeater, gold cuvette, monogram to the case back • dial signed by retailer, case signed by maker, movement and cuvette signed by maker and retailer 

Sales Room Notice: The present lot was made in 1893 and is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on June 16, 1896. Movement not running at time of cataloging, not tested for the accuracy of time and will need service at the buyer's discretion. Balance oscillates. Repeater stuck. Does not set. Case in good condition with some scratches and scuffing, back with mongram MKL. Dial in very good condition with no visible hairlines. Movement with some loss of finish.
"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."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming date on sale on June 16, 1896.