PATEK PHILIPPE | REF 544, RETAILED BY FRECCERO: A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH PINK DIAL, MADE IN 1940 | 百達翡麗 | 零售商為FRECCERO：544型號精鋼腕錶，1940年製

PATEK PHILIPPE
百達翡麗

REF 544
RETAILED BY FRECCERO: A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH PINK DIAL
MADE IN 1940
零售商為FRECCERO：544型號精鋼腕錶，1940年製

Dial: pink
Caliber: manual winding movement, 18 jewels
Movement number: 920081
Case: stainless steel, hooded lugs, personally inscribed snap on case back
Case number: 506856
Closure: associated stainless steel buckle
Size: diameter 37 mm
Signed: case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on December 24, 1940 with a pink gold dial and gold hour markers

Condition Report:
CASE
Case in overall good condition with previous polish. Surface wear, and scuffing throughout. Left side case band to case back with a slight indentation. Case back is personally inscribed "1941."
DIAL
Dial with wear and aging throughout. Small surface scratches and heavier scratches to the engine turned subsidiary dial. Patina to the applied indexes.
MOVEMENT
Movement with aging and wear. 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.

"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."