• cal. 315 S nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 35 jewels, Gyromax balance, 22k engine-turned gold rotor • silvered dial, applied luminous Roman numerals, luminous hands, 3 subsidiary dials for day, month and 24-hour indication, aperture for date at 6 o'clock • 18k white gold case, sapphire crystal screw-down display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe buckle  

Sales Room Notice: Property from a California Collector, the present lot is being offered on behalf of the original owner. Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. All calendar functions work correctly. Case with wear consistent with use, light scratches to the lugs, some wear to the edges of the bezel and the lugs, the case band with light scuffing. Dial in excellent condition. Movement in excellent condition. The present lot contains endangered species which is subject to restrictions upon international export. Accordingly, the strap for this item will be removed prior to shipment outside the United States.
"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 a presentation box, Certificate of Origin, instruction manual and 2 booklets. Also with an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on July 22, 2004.