CARTIER | BALLON BLEU, REF 3089, WHITE GOLD FLYING TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 2009

CARTIER

BALLON BLEU, REF 3089
WHITE GOLD FLYING TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 2009

Dial: silvered, guilloché
Calibre: cal. 9452 MC manual winding, 19 jewels
Movement number: 0'442
Case: 18ct white gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws
Case number: 87
Closure: 18ct white gold Cartier deployant clasp
Dimensions: 46mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Cartier Certificate dated November 19, 2009, booklets and presentation case

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing.
Case: in good overall condition with traces of wear throughout. The case shows some mild marking throughout, especially on the brushed back.
Dial: dial and hands in excellent condition.

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts.

You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

"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."