• cal. 5740 automatic nickel lever movement, stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels •  cream enamel dial, eccentric painted Arabic numerals, blued steel Spade hands, fan form apertures for day and date, aperture for moon phases • 18k white gold rectangular case, screw set lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Roger Dubuis buckle

CASE Please note that the case length is inclusive of lugs, with an approximate width of 22 mm Case in overall good condition with light scratches, scuffs, and overall wear from occasional use. Bezel with small scuffing and scratches throughout. Some heavier scuffs to the bezel between 11 and 1. Bands with superficial surface scratches. Manufacturer's protective adhesive still apparent to the sapphire area of the case back. Some light surface marks to the back. Screws to the lugs with some very light wear. Crystal glazing with very few surface scratches. DIAL Dial in overall excellent condition. MOVEMENT bi retrograde calendar and moon phases functioning. 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 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."