• cal. UG99 automatic, 17 jewels • black textured dial,  engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds combined with 24-hours for second time zone, 30-minute register apertures for day and month, 12-hour register combined with phases of the moon • stainless steel case, yellow gold Clous de Paris bezel, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed

The movement is running at time of cataloguing. The dial and hands are in excellent condition. The case has very minor surface scratches as it appears that the watch was rarely/never used. Overall, the watch is in excellent condition. The watches have not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movements and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion. ***Please be advised that the bands on thess watches are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watches, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping.***
"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."