• cal 16.5'" manual winding nickel lever movement, 20 jewels, cut bi-metallic compensation balance • white enamel dial, painted black Breguet numerals, blued steel Breguet hands, subsidiary seconds at 6, outer minute track • 18k yellow gold case, bezels and pendant enhanced with Paillonné blue enamel painted Greek key pattern, hinged 18k yellow gold cuvette engraved with dedication, monogrammed case back • case, dial, cuvette, and movement signed 

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall fair condition scuffing wear and scratches consistent with use and age. Case bands with scuffing and scratches. A very small indentation and scratch on the right side case band at 2. A very small indentation to the edge of the front bezel at 8. Heavy scuffing to the case back. Case back monogrammed "JHF" in blue and red enamel. The coloring is attractive and vibrant. One circular indentation to the case back on the upper right side. Some light oxidation to the yellow gold case overall especially at the bottom hinge. Dial in very good condition with some light residue. Cuvette inscribed "No. 147831 Made for J. Henry Fariss, Greensboro, N.C. 1909 by Patek Philippe & Co., Geneva, Switzerland."
"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."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1907 and date of sale on July 3rd, 1911 with blue paillonné enamel pattern and varicolored monogram.