• cal. 12-400 manual winding nickel lever movement, stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, Gyromax balance, gold dust cover • silvered dial, applied yellow gold Arabic numerals and faceted baton indexes, gold Dauphine hands, subsidiary seconds • 18k yellow gold case, down turned faceted lugs, solid screw down case back • case, dial, and movement signed

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. Please note that the present lot is a yellow gold automatic amagnetic wristwatch by Patek Philippe. Accompanied by a pink gold Patek Philippe buckle. Case in overall fair condition with light wear, surface markings, and signs of polishing consistent with use and age. Bezel with some surface markings and wear. Lugs with some wear and signs of polishing. Some oxidation overall. Case back with some markings. Cuvette in good condition with the case number inscribed. Dial in overall fair condition with some markings and debris. Debris to the right of the "1" index, which may benefit from cleaning.
"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 a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1955, and sale on November 5th, 1956.