• cal. 2120/4 nickel lever movement, 41 jewels, 21k finely pierced and engraved rotor • silvered dial with guilloché center field, applied radial Roman numerals, Feuille hands, central sun hand for equation of time, subsidiary dials for month in English combined with moon phases, time of sunrise, time of sunset, date combined with day in English, leap year indication, inner bezel with Le Brassus and equation of time indications • 18k white gold case, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws • case, dial, and movement signed • 18k white gold Audemars Piguet folding clasp  

The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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 excellent condition with light surface wear. Bezel with light surface markings consistent with occaisonal use. A small nick to the case bang below the crown. Case overall may benefit from light cleaning. Perpetual calendar, moon phases, and equation of time functions working properly. Dial and movement in excellent condition. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international 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."

Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin and Guarantee booklet. Together with two booklets, and a winding presentation box with outer packaging.

The Jules Audemars Equation of Time elegantly combines several functions, including the Equation of Time, time of sunrise and sunset, and the perpetual calendar with astronomic moon.  The firm has been perfecting it's Equation of T🧜ime function since the late 19th Century, and introduced its first model featuring a perpetual calendar in 1925.  As times of sunrise and sunset depend on longitude and latitude, each watch containing this function is essentially customized to reflect the location of the buyer, and therefore give the most accurate time of sunrise and sunset.  

Audemars Piguet has clearly left its footprint onꦬ the history of fine watchmaking and created many mechanical masterpieces. 

This piece reflects that pioneering spirit and g꧑reat craftsmanship.