Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 1141 manual winding, 21 jewels  Movement number: 975'804  Case: 18ct white gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws Case number: 824'797  Closure: black Vacheron Constantin alligator strap with Vacheron Constantin 18ct white gold pin buckle   Dimensions: 41.5mm diameter  Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

DIAL: dial and hands in excellent condition CASE: in overall very good condition with minor scuffs to the case profile at 9 o'clock, some light scuffs to the lower left lug, one small scratch to the profile of the upper left lug and one strap changing mark at the bottom of the lower left lug. The back bears one small scuff next to the 750 hallmark, visible under strong lighting conditions. The bezel bears slight scuffs and two very small dents next to each other around the 44th minute. The hallmarks are intact and fully legible. MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing, chronograph starts, stops and resets. 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. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to important notices for further information.
"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."

Introduced in 2004, the Malte Chronographe collection remained in production until 2009. The watch, fitted with a larger case with stepped bezel and lugs, is perfectly balanced with the two chronograph registers on the dial. Furthermore, the sapphire display back reveals the beautifully finished calibre 1141 based on the classic Lemania 2320.