A yellow gold wristwatch, Circa 1960

A yellow gold wristwatch, Circa 1960

Dial: champagne, engine-turned center field
Caliber: cal. P454/5B mechanical, 17 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap-on case back
Case number: 333'241
Closure: 18k yellow gold associated buckle
Size: 35 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no

SKU: BW8RQ

Condition Report:
Case: case in overall good condition with surface scuffing and light scratches consistent with age. The case with light previous polish in our view. Gold marks to the case band and back of lug are visible. Some areas with signs of patina. Lugs remain well proportioned and attractive. Please note that the buckle is stamped for 18k yellow gold and "AW."

Dial: Dial in good condition with some surface spots and light dust. The outer pearled minute track is smooth in contract to the engine-turned center. Two small dark spots to the outer minute track at 12 o'clock. Some small marks between 5 and 6. Hands and applied indexes with some light patina and some scuffing.

Movement: 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 be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***