• the case with scrolling foliage engraved to the band, cover with revolving disc engraved in Latin 'Pulchra ut Luna', 'Beautiful like the moon', interspersed with the symbols for the planets, 'Lucifer, Hesperus', 'Morning Star, Evening Star', aperture displaying the sun and the moon in the night sky, engraved initials to the centre within a leaf design, to the reverse engraved 'Calendarium perpetuum pro singulis diebus una cum cursu solis in si zo' to the outer rim, revolving centre with the days of the week, months with number of days, signs of the zodiac, leap year, duration of the zodiac, engraved to the centre 'Electa ut sol Cant C VI', 'Chosen like the sun', engraved monogram with sunburst design

The case with scuffs throughout and signs of polishing. Control mark for Linz, Austria for 1806-24.
"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."

'Pulchra ut luna, electa ut sol', these two phrases appear together in the Bible (Songs of Songs book) 6.