GÜBELIN | AN OVERSIZED GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER WATCH WITH BLACK DIAL CIRCA 1930, MOVEMENT NO. 96955, CASE NO. 401625

GÜBELIN
AN OVERSIZED GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS LEVER WATCH WITH BLACK DIAL
CIRCA 1930, MOVEMENT NO. 96955, CASE NO. 401625

damascened lever movement, 18 jewels, bi-metallic compensation balance, precision regulation, signed E. Gübelin, No. 96955, black dial, applied baton indexes, inner Arabic numerals for p.m. hours from 13 to 24, engine-turned subsidiary seconds, signed Gübelin, 18ct gold case, ribbed band, engraved inscription to the inside of the case, signed Gübelin, No. 401625
diameter 55.5mm

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing.
Dial: Visible scratches to the dial and the indexes but otherwise in good condition.
Case: light scratches. Inscription to the inside of the case back reads, 'From Elizabeth 1.VI.56'.

"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."

Provenance:
Antiquorum New York, 15 March 2006, lot 135