• cal. 5799 automatic lever movement, stamped twice with the Seal of Geneva, 25 jewels • eccentric mother of pearl dial, top sector with painted black radial Roman numerals, pierced blued steel Cathedral hands, retrograde hour and minutes display, lower sector with painted black Arabic numerals for retrograde date, pierced white steel hand • 18k white gold square form case, sapphire crystal display back secured by eight screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Roger Dubuis folding clasp

CASE Case in overall good condition with light surface wear, scuffs, and light oxidation consistent with age and use. Bezel with some light surface scuffs and surface lines throughout. Case back with a surface mark between the lower lugs. Some general wear and surface lines. RD buckle with heavier scuffing and wear. DIAL Dial in excellent condition. MOVEMENT Date and retrograde time functions working properly. 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 this lot requires CITES permits for international export.
"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 Roger Dubuis presentation box with outer packaging.