PATEK PHILIPPE | GRANDE CALATRAVA, REF 2532, YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH KING OF IRAQ ARMS, MADE IN 1953

PATEK PHILIPPE

GRANDE CALATRAVA, REF 2532
YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH KING OF IRAQ ARMS
MADE IN 1953

Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 12-400 manual winding, 18 jewels
Movement number: 721'291
Case: 18ct yellow gold, screw down back with King of Iraq Arms engraving
Case number: 675'198
Closure: associated leather strap with gold plated buckle
Dimensions: 34mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on November 2nd, 1953

Condition Report:
Movement: running at the time of cataloguing.
Case: with traces of aging throughout. The case bears scratching throughout. Hallmarks are visible, the hallmark to the bottom right lug has lost some definition. The bottom left lug is engraved with "198", matching with the last 3 digits of the case number. The back is engraved with the Coats of Arms of the King of Iraq.
Dial: with signs of aging throughout. The dial bears dirt around its periphery and especially towards the 5 o'clock index.

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.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"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."