Patek Philippe, REF 1480 PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH FANCY LUGS MADE IN 1942

Patek Philippe

REF 1480
PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH FANCY LUGS
MADE IN 1942

Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 9''90 manual winding, 18 jewels
Movement number: 834'903
Case: 18k pink gold, snap-on back
Case number: 507'815
Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle
Dimensions: 22.7 x 41 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on October 26th, 1942

Condition Report:
MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing.
CASE: in attractive condition with nicely-defined fancy lugs and crisp hallmarks to the band and to the side of the lug. The watch with minor signs of polishing and with the hallmarks to the back slightly rubbed. There is noticeable oxidation visible to several parts of the case and there are some signs of wear visible with the naked eye as well.
DIAL: in good condition with minor surface blemishes visible with the naked eye, as well as some tarnishing to the indexes.

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. Please note: Condition 16 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.