Dial: black Calibre: cal. 500 electric, 11 jewels Movement number: 459’25L Case: 14ct yellow gold, snap-on back Case number: S’050’734 Closure: 14ct yellow gold unsigned bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 31.5mm width x 48.5mm length, bracelet circumference approximately 170mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

DIAL: with small mark between 2 and 3 o'clock, small crack on the lower half between 4 and 5 o'clock, visible glue residue around 6 o'clock marker and 2 marks between 10 and 11 o'clock. hands in good condition. CASE: in overall good condition with minor scratches throughout. Crown is not original. Bracelet is associated MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

Hamilton introduced the Ventura in 1957 with a revolutionary new movement, the first electric watch. The calibre 500 still had a balance wheel like standard mechanical watches, but instead of winding the main barrel of the watch, it uses a battery to generate the impulse to animate the balance wheel. The iconic assymetrical design of the watch helped to promote the cutting-edge technology hidden inside. This particular watch features the calibre 500 which was only produced until 1959 and was replaced by the more reliable calibre 505. This early production piece is therefore the most collectible version of the Hamilton Ventura.