• cal. 12-120 manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels • silvered dial, applied yellow gold Roman numerals, painted baton indexes, baton hands, subsidiary seconds, outer minute divisions • 18k yellow gold case, down turned lugs, solid snap on case back • case, dial, and movement signed

CASE Case in overall fair vintage condition. Signs of polishing and thinning of the upper lugs as indicated by the spring bar appearance and wider set lug holes. Oxidation throughout, with some areas of heavier oxidation - especially to the bezel between 11 and 2, and 5-6, and 9. Hallmark shape to back of upper lug is deeply impressed. DIAL Dial is attractive and with some very light surface spots and debris. Accent to Geneve not present. Some very minute areas with scratches to the perimeter at 3. Dial likely washed. Some light oxidation to the applied indexes. MOVEMENT 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. Accompanied by and Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1944 and sale on February 19th, 1945.
"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 1944 and sale on February 19th, 1945.