• 手動上弦擒縱機芯21，17顆寶石，單一金屬擺輪 • 灰白色啞光錶盤，羅馬數字，外環分鐘刻度 • 18k黃金酒桶形錶殼，錶圈及錶冠鑲鑽石，錶耳鑲藍寶石 • 錶殼、錶盤、錬帶及機芯印有品牌標誌 • 備珍珠及藍寶石珠錬帶

* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。

The movement is working at the time of cataloguing. The dial is in good condition. Case with light scuffs from wear. Overall in good condition. Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be require.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Louis Cartier was the pioneer of elegant watches, he steered away from the usual round shapes and developed more exciting forms, such as square, tonneau, oval, and tortue. The tortue, which was derived from the shape of a turtle, was introduced in 1912. These form watches proved to be extremely popular at the time and remain so today.