• cal. 18''' two-train nickel lever movement, highly jeweled, bi-metallic balance, repeating by two hammers on two gongs • white enamel dial, Louis XV hands, outer minute track, Gothic style letters spelling out "Cameron Davis" • 18k yellow gold bassine case, the repeat activated by depressing the crown, monogram CJD engraved to the case back, concealed hinged case back • case, dial cuvette and movement signed

Extract says it comes with an extra dial that it is now lacking. Movement running at time of cataloging, however not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chiming is in phase, however needs cleaning as it is slow. Case in good condition, surface scratches overall, some scuffing overall, the case back closes with an extremely small gap. Hinge is worn. Dial in good condition with some light surface scratches, one small nick to dial at 4 o'clock above the subsidiary dial with small striations emanating. Movement with spots, loss of finish overall, some scratches.
"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."

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Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale with monogram and Gothic-style dial on July 17, 1911.

Patek Philippe create🍒d a small group of trip-repeating watches at the beginning of the last century, mostly for the American market. The present lot is exceedingly unusual in that it represents the only known Patek Philippe trip-repeating watch with a personalized dial, referred to as 'chiffres à légende'. The dial is personalized for Cameron Davis, the 6th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Western New York, serving from 1931-1947. The watch is now being offered for the first time at auction from descendants of the original owner. 

The watch was gifted to Davis in 1911, when he was serving as Rector of Trinity Church in Buffalo. It was presented by prominent upstate New Y꧟ork citizens, Robert Livingston and Melissa Dodge Pratt Fryer. The two descended, respectively, from Chancellor Robert Livingston and Pascꦚal P. Pratt, their families representing important commercial and political empires in the region. 

When activated by depressing the crown, the trip repeat chimes the hours, quarters, and minutes on demand powered by the second train within the movement. As opposed to traditional repeaters that strike on demand via a spring-driven slide on the side of the case, trip repeaters allow the user to elegantly and effortlessly sound th🧜e repeater with the light p༺ush of a button.