Watches

Important Watches
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LOT 1
JOHN ROGER ARNOLD, LONDON
A RARE ONE-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER

CIRCA 1819 NO 509
2½ inch silvered dial, subsidiary seconds, gold hands, Roman numerals Arnold detent escapement with bi-metallic Z balance,
blued steel helical hairspring gimballed brass bowl in a three tier rosewood box with ebonized banding and brass handles dial
signed Arnold, London, No. 509, movement signed on the backplate J.R. Arnold, Invt. et Fecit, No 509 accompanied by
numbered key
width of box 5 inches (12.2 cm)
ESTIMATE 7,000 - 9,000 USD

Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 11,875 USD
CATALOGUE NOTE
It would appear that No. 509 is unrecorded, however, No. 510, which also featured a Z balance is recorded in
Vaudrey Mercer, Arnold &Son, p. 249 and 289 and Hans Staeger, 100 years of Precision Timekeepers from John
Arnold to Arnold &Frodsham, 1763-1862, pp. 339 and 340.
The Z balance was first used in 1791 on Arnold pocket chronometer no. 405/704. For a drawing of the Z balance,
see Mercer, the Introduction, p. X. as well as Mercer p. 60. In the second text, it is noted that the balance was used
as late as 1818 by John Roger Arnold.
John Roger Arnold, son of John Arnold the great chronometer maker and inventor, was born in 1769 and
apprenticed to his father in 1783. He became Free of the Clockmakers' Company in 1796 and in the following year
he joined his father in the firm of Arnold &Son. Following the death of John Arnold in 1799, John Roger continued
the business on his own becoming Master of the Clockmakers' Company in 1817. Between 1830 and 1840 he went
into partnership with Edward John Dent and after his death in 1843 the business was bought by Charles Frodsham.
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LOT 2
PROPERTY FROM THE STEFAN T. EDLIS WATCH COLLECTION

WRIGHT & CRAIGHEAD, CLERKENWELL, LONDON
A SILVER-GILT 52 ½ MINUTE KARRUSEL WATCH

1896 NO 8340
three quarter plate gilt movement, 52½ minute Karrusel with lever escapement, free sprung, silver-gilt cuvette, white enamel dial,
cuvette hallmarked London, 1903, Admiralty mark stamped on movement and cuvette, case hallmarked London 1896
accompanied by a silver hunter cased two train 8-day watch, a detent chronometer now in later silver hunter case and a
movement signed James Hoddell &Co., London, circa 1820/1890 (4 pieces)
diameter 56 mm

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LOT 3
VARIOUS OWNERS
UNION HORLOGÈRE, BIENNE-GENÈVE
A 14K YELLOW GOLD HUNTING CASED MINUTE REPEATING WATCH

CIRCA 1910
highly jeweled movement with bi-metallic compensation balance, minute repeating on two gongs, inscription to the 14k gold
cuvette white enamel dial, Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds slide repeat case and dial signed
diameter 42 mm

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LOT 4
AUDEMARS FRÈRES
A 14K PINK GOLD OPEN-FACED MINUTE-REPEATING WATCH

CIRCA 1890 NO 10109
highly jeweled gilt movement, with compensation balance, minute repeating on two gongs, 14k gold cuvette white enamel dial,
Breguet numerals slide repeat case, dial and movement signed, cuvette numbered
diameter 46 mm

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LOT 5
C. H. MEYLAN
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED MINUTE REPEATING WATCH, RETAILED BY MARCUS &AMP;CO.
CIRCA 1910
movement marked 'Superior', 31 jewels, adjusted to five positions, 18k gold cuvette white enamel dial, unusual stylized Arabic
numerals, Louis XV-style hands slide repeat, engraved monogram to the case back dial signed by retailer, movement signed by
retailer and maker, cuvette signed by maker, case and cuvette numbered 7602 retailer box
diameter 48 mm

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LOT 6
AUDEMARS PIGUET
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED SPLIT SECOND WATCH WITH REGISTER

1910 NO 13559
22 jewels, eight adjustments gilt dial, Breguet numerals, vertically aligned subsidiary dials for 30-minute register and constant
seconds eccentric engraved monogram to the hinged case back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 46 mm
CATALOGUE NOTE
Audemars Piguet confirms production of this watch and its sale in June 1910.
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LOT 7
GÜBELIN
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED TRIPLE CALENDAR WATCH

CIRCA 1920 NO 20394
movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 19 jewels silvered dial, eccentric oval chapter ring with Breguet numerals and
Greek key motif hands, apertures for day, date and month bezels, pendant and bow with black enamel Greek key motif, engraved
monogram to the snap back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 46 mm

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LOT 8
SWISS
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED MINUTE REPEATING PERPETUAL CALENDAR WATCH WITH MOON-
PHASES, RETAILED BY LA ESMERALDA
CIRCA 1900 NO 6868
highly jeweled movement with compensation balance, 18k yellow gold cuvette white enamel dial with hairlines, four subsidiary
dials indicating day and month calibrated for leap year in French, date, and ages and phases of the moon combined with constant
seconds slide repeat, engraved monogram to the case back case and cuvette numbered, cuvette signed by retailer
diameter 56 mm
ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

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LOT 9
PIGUET & MEYLAN
THE ALLEGORY OF SPRING

AN EXCEPTIONAL GOLD, ENAMEL AND PEARL-SET MUSICAL JUMP CENTER SECONDS WATCH MADE
FOR THE CHINESE MARKET
CIRCA 1815 NO 5623
gilt cylinder movement, pinned disc music, gold cuvette with blue foliate enamel design white enamel dial, center seconds
reverse with translucent blue enamel ground over guilloché centered by a miniature portrait of lady depicting the Allegory of Spring
attributed to Jean-Abraham Lissiognol (1749-1819), bezels set with seed pearls, band, pendant and bow set with tones of blue
and red enamel, band further fitted with a slide for stop/start movement stamped PM for Piguet &Meylan, case stamped FO for
Frères Oltramere
diameter 53 mm
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

EXHIBITION
A La Vieille Russie, New York, 1997.
LITERATURE
Exhibition catalogue: Uncommon Watches and Clocks, Snellenburg, J., pp. 8-9.
CATALOGUE NOTE
Two similar watches, the Piguet &Meylan 'Allegory of Summer' and 'Allegory of Autumn' have been sold by
Sotheby's in recent years. The first was sold in Geneva on 13 November 2007 for CHF 505,000, and the second in
Hong Kong on 7 October 2009 for 2,180,000 HKD. A watch from the same series which bears the 'Allegory of
Winter' is also in the Patek Philippe Museum, Geneva.
A similar watch from the same series is described and illustrated in Chapuis, A, Montres et Émaux de Genève,
Collection H. Wilsdorf, Rolex, 1944, pp.207-209 &pl.41.
The firm Piguet &Meylan was formed by Isaac-Daniel Piguet and Philippe Samuel Meylan in 1811. Piguet was born
at Le Chenet in 1775. He settled in Geneva and became Burgher in 1812, one year after he had gone into
partnership with Philippe Samuel Meylan to undertake the 'manufacture of watches, jewellery and mechanisms of
all kinds.' Piguet specialized in complex watches with carillons and clock watches. Meylan was born in le Brassus in
1772 and is credited with adapting 'tongues of sonorous metal for the combs of musical movement suitable for
watches and other small objects. He is responsible for the famous magician automaton boxes and barking dog
automaton watches.'
Piguet &Meylan are particularly known for their watches made for the Chinese Market. As such, decoration was
very important to the creation of all their pieces, and they employed some of the best enamel painters to decorate
their watches. Examples of their works can be seen in many of the world's foremost collections, including the Patek
Philippe Museum, Geneva, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and the Musée d'Horlogerie, Locle.
Jean-Abraham Lissignol (1749-1819), known as Pére Lissignol to distinguish him from his son Abraham, also an
enameller in Geneva, was trained by Jean-Marc Roux. As well as painting portrait miniatures, he supplied the
Fabrique with plaques for snuff boxes and watch cases. He appears to have specialised in allegorical subjects. In
1806, Père Lissignol wrote eloquently to the Paris authorities (Geneva then being occupied by France) suggesting
that the Imperial Court buy enamelled trinkets to encourage the failing trade in Geneva, just as they had bought
Lyons silk to help that market recover (Geneva archives).
Brothers Louis-David-Benjamin Oltramare, born 30 August 1781 and Jean-Hugues Oltramare, born 2 February
1786, were both trained as 'monteurs de boîtes en or' (makers of gold watch cases). Coming from a family of
artisans with a horological background, they worked together in an informal association and entered a maker's mark
as the Frères Oltramare in 1810/11. When Geneva was liberated from French occupation and they re-registered the
same mark on 4 November 1815, their workshop was at rue de Coutance 82. The association was dissolved on 31
March 1826.
Important Watches
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LOT 10
SWISS
A PINK GOLD AND PEARL-SET RING WATCH WITH EXPOSED BALANCE

CIRCA 1830
key wound and set oval table with white enamel dial, offset hour chapters at 6 o'clock, with exposed balance above pearl-set
bezel, the underside with sliding gold panel revealing the winding and setting squares with engraved instructions
length 35 mm

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LOT 11
LE COULTRE
A LADY'S ART NOUVEAU YELLOW GOLD ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET PENDANT WATCH
CIRCA 1910
jeweled movement, gold cuvette white enamel dial, blue Arabic numerals encircled in gold, Louis XVI-style hands case
ornamented with Art Nouveau rendering of flowers in bloom in high relief with enamel in tones of blue, green and purple, the
flowers accented with diamonds, the bezel and band set with blue enamel with loss movement signed, case and cuvette
numbered with an unsigned similarly ornamented lapel pin
diameter 24 mm

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LOT 12
MATTHEY & CIE
A GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED VERGE WATCH WITH DIAMOND AND PEARL-SET CHATELAINE
CIRCA 1800
gilt verge movement, balance bridge pierced and engraved with scrolls white enamel dial, Roman numerals the reverse with
polychrome enamel scene of two figures and a hound on a grassy knoll dial and movement signed associated châtelaine with
enamel in tones of blue, green and white in floral motif, the central portion diamond-set, interspersed with seed pearls, terminating
in a matching fob seal
diameter 47 mm, length of châtelaine 12 cm

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LOT 13
SWISS
A GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED WATCH WITH CHATELAINE, RETAILED BY J. B. COUNIS &AMP;FILS,
PARIS
CIRCA 1830
gilt cylinder movement, gold cuvette eccentric silvered guilloché dial, Roman numerals, Breguet hands the reverse centered by
a painted polychrome enamel burst of spring flowers encircled by a flowering vine with champlevé enamel, all over a black ground
case and cuvette numbered, cuvette signed by retailer suspended from a similarly decorated gold and enamel châtelaine
composed of two sections, terminating with similarly enameled fob seal and key fitted box
diameter 39 mm, length of châtelaine 8 cm

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LOT 14
SWISS
AN 18K GOLD AND ENAMEL CABRIOLET WATCH, RETAILED BY BIGELOW BROTHERS &AMP;KENNARD,
BOSTON
CIRCA 1850 NO 1956
gilt lever movement, gold cuvette gold dial engraved with a lake scene the case polychrome enameled on both sides, one with a
Swiss mountain scene inhabited by a castle, bezels set with translucent blue enamel and champlevé white enamel foliate motif,
slight enamel losses cuvette signed by retailer, case with PE within a lozenge and G within a cartouche key enhanced with blue
enamel
diameter 42 mm

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LOT 15
A COLLECTION OF MODERN COMPLICATED WRISTWATCHES FROM AN AMERICAN COLLECTOR

PARMIGIANI
A PALLADIUM TONNEAU AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERS

CIRCA 2008 KALPAGRAPH
cal. 334 automatic movement, 68 jewels gray dial, applied pink gold Arabic and dagger indexes, three subsidiary dials for
constant seconds and 12-hour and 30-minute registers, arch-form aperture for date near the top two round chronograph pushers
in the band, large lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed palladium
Parmigiani buckle box, packaging
length 52 mm

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LOT 16
PARMIGIANI
A LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD TONNEAU TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH CENTER SECONDS AND
8-DAY POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2008 KALPA XL NO12/25
cal. 500 manual wind movement, 30 jewels, 30-second tourbillon, mono-metallic compensation balance silvered engine-turned
dial, applied dot, Arabic and baton numerals, arch-form aperture for power reserve to the top, dial cut to reveal the tourbillon
carriage large lugs, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed 18k rose gold
Parmigiani double deployant clasp box, packaging
length 52 mm
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

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LOT 17
BREGUET
A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM TOURBILLON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

1997 REF 3567 150TH ANNIVERSARY NO 6871
cal. 554 manual wind movement, 25 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage, mono-metallic compensation balance two-tone
silvered dial with guilloché center, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, aperture revealing the tourbillon carriage at 12
o'clock with constant seconds hand mounted atop, two subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-hours registers chamfered bezel,
milled band, snap sapphire crystal display back case, dial and movement signed platinum Breguet buckle Certificate, booklets,
instructions, box, packaging
diameter 38 mm
ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model was created in limited quantities in 1997 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Abraham Louis Breguet.
Only seven examples from this reference were cased in platinum.
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LOT 18
BREGUET
AN 18K PINK GOLD TOURBILLON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

CIRCA 2006 REF 5837 MARINE NO 1044
cal. 5543 manual wind movement, 25 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage, mono-metallic compensation balance two-tone
silvered dial with gray guilloché center, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, aperture revealing the tourbillon carriage at 12
o'clock, two subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-hours registers stepped chamfered bezel, milled band, screw-set lugs, sapphire
crystal display back secured by seven screws case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Breguet deployant buckle
booklets, instructions, box, packaging
diameter 43 mm
ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

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LOT 19
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
A FINE PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2000 NO 110/150 LANGE 1 TOURBILLON
cal. 961.1 twin barrel manual wind movement, 49 jewels, some carried in screwed gold chatons, 2 diamond endstones, one-
minute tourbillon carriage, mono-metallic compensation balance applied Roman and lozenge indexes to the chapter ring with
eccentric subsidiary seconds, alpha hands, twin date apertures, sector for power reserve, dial partially cut away to reveal the
tourbillon carriage, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed platinum A. Lange
&Söhne deployant buckle box, packaging
diameter 38 mm
ESTIMATE 80,000 - 120,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The Lange 1 Tourbillon was launched in 2000, 100 years after Emil Lange presented the firm's celebrated
Centennial Tourbillon pocket watch at the 1900 Paris World Exposition. Based on the firm's classic Lange 1 design,
the model represented the first German-made tourbillon wristwatch with date, twin barrel movement and power
reserve.
Production was halted in 2003, and the series was limited to 250 pieces in pink gold and 150 pieces in platinum.
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LOT 20
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
A FINE 18K PINK GOLD LIMITED EDITION TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2000 NO 71/250 LANGE 1 TOURBILLON
cal. 961.1 twin barrel manual wind movement, 49 jewels, some carried in screwed gold chatons, 2 diamond endstones, one-
minute tourbillon carriage, mono-metallic compensation balance applied Roman and lozenge indexes to the chapter ring with
eccentric subsidiary seconds, alpha hands, twin date apertures, sector for power reserve, dial partially cut away to reveal the
tourbillon carriage, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold A. Lange
&Söhne deployant buckle box, packaging
diameter 38 mm
ESTIMATE 70,000 - 90,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on this model, see the previous lot.
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LOT 21
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN OVERSIZED PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND POWER RESERVE

CIRCA 2005 GRAND LANGE 1
cal. L901.2 twin barrel manual wind movement, 53 jewels, some jewels carried in screwed gold chatons two-tone silvered dial,
luminescent Roman and lozenge indexes to the eccentric chapter ring, interlocking eccentric subsidiary seconds, twin date
apertures, fan-form sector indicating power reserve sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and
movement signed platinum A. Lange &Söhne buckle box, packaging
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The Lange 1 was one of the anchor models that A. Lange &Söhne produced when the company was re-launched in
the 1990s after nearly a half-century of dormancy. It was created in a standard size with a 38 mm diameter, and a
Grand version, with a diameter of 42 mm. The present example belongs to the latter series.
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LOT 22
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN OVERSIZED 18K WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2005 GRAND LANGE 1
cal. L901.2 twin barrel manual wind movement, 53 jewels, some jewels carried in screwed gold chatons black dial, luminescent
Roman and lozenge indexes to the eccentric chapter ring, interlocking eccentric subsidiary seconds, twin date apertures, fan-form
sector indicating power reserve sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white
gold A. Lange &Söhne buckle booklets, folder
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on this model, see the previous lot.
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LOT 23
ROGER DUBUIS
A FINE LIMITED EDITION OVERSIZED 18K PINK GOLD DOUBLE TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH
RETROGRADE MINUTES AND POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2008 EX 45 01 EXCALIBUR NO 22/28
cal. RD01 manual wind movement, 61 jewels, double tourbillon movements with differential, each revolving in opposite directions,
each with mono-metallic compensation balance black dial, arch-form sector to the top for Arabic retrograde minutes, Roman hour
numerals to the bottom, dial cut to reveal both tourbillon carriages, each with seconds indicator fluted bezel, hinged crown guard,
downturned triple lugs, back secured by six screws and cut to reveal both tourbillon carriages as well as power reserve indicator
case, dial and movement signed 18k gold Roger Dubuis deployant clasp Certificate of Origin, booklets
diameter 47 mm
ESTIMATE 60,000 - 80,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The Roger Dubuis Double Tourbillon Excalibur was first introduced at the SIHH Fair in 2005. The pair of double
flying tourbillons with differential gears revolve in opposite directions every 60 seconds, making it both a visually
exciting as well as technical feat.
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LOT 24
ROGER DUBUIS
A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM CURVED RECTANGULAR SINGLE-BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH

WITH REGISTER
CIRCA 2006 MUCHMORE NO 16/28
cal. RD28 manual wind movement, 25 jewels cream dial, exaggerated Roman numerals, two subsidiary dials for 30-minute
register and constant seconds single chronograph button through the crown, screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back
secured by eight screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Roger Dubuis buckle box, packaging
length 56 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 25
CHRONOGRAPHE SUISSE AND U-BOAT
TWO LARGE AUTOMATIC BLACKENED STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHES

BOTH CIRCA 2008 MANGUSTA SUPERMECCANICA AND FLIGHT DECK CAS
the first: cal. 6497-7750 jeweled automatic movement, black dial, luminescent Arabic numerals, luminescent arrow hands, two
subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, outer rotating bezel, tonneau case, screw back the second: cal.
7750 automatic movement, 25 jewels, black dial, large luminescent Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds,
30-minute and 12-hour registers, date aperture, protective crown guard and chronograph buttons to left side, sapphire crystal back
both: case, dial and movement signed both with blackened steel buckles the second with warranty, booklets, box, packaging
the first: diameter 45 mm, the second: diameter 50 mm

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LOT 26
AUDEMARS PIGUET
AN OVERSIZED LIMITED EDITION FORGED CARBON FIBER AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH

WITH FLYBACK, REGISTERS AND REGATTA COUNTDOWN
CIRCA 2007 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE ALINGHI TEAM NO 481/1300
cal. 2326/2848 automatic nickel lever movement, 50 jewels black dial with luminescent Arabic numerals and hands, two
subsidiary dials indicating 20-minute and 6-hour registers, aperture for 10-minute regatta countdown large Offshore case with
raised bezel secured by eight screws, two chronograph pushers in the band, screw-down crown, back secured by eight screws
case, dial and movement signed titanium Audemars Piguet buckle
width 44 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Audemars Piguet launched the Royal Oak Offshore Alinghi Chronograph in 2007 in celebrating the anniversary of
Swiss yachting team Alinghi's victory. Forged carbon was the chosen innovative material for this exceptional
timepiece. Carbon fiber is commonly used in the aeronautics industry for its resistance and lightness. The case of
the watch weighs only 100 grams.
This watch was produced in a limited series of 1300 pieces, of which the present example is number 481.
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LOT 27
HUBLOT
A LIMITED EDITION CERAMIC SKELETONIZED FLYING FIFTHS TOURBILLON SINGLE-BUTTON

CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND 5-DAY POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2007 REF 305 BIGGER BANG ALL BLACK NO 41/50
cal. HUB 1400CT twin spring barrel movement, manual wind movement, 33 jewels, one-minute flying fifths tourbillon,
compensation balance skeletonized dial, outer black tracking, eccentric subsidiary dials for 60-second chronograph indication 30-
minute register, arch-form 5-day power reserve indication, tourbillon carriage visible at 6 o'clock black ceramic bezel and case,
single rectangular chronograph pusher, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed
stainless steel Hublot deployant clasp box, packaging
width 44 mm
ESTIMATE 75,000 - 100,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The brand Hublot was founded in 1980 by Carlo Crocco. His concept was to design a watch that would break with
the traditional watchmaking of the past and create a modern classic using diverse materials. For 25 years Hublot's
production would remain faithful to this design throughout all of its different collections.
In 2004 Jean-Claude Biver, who had made a name for himself at the helm of Blancpain, succeeded Crocco as the
CEO of Hublot. He surprised the luxury watch industry with this move by joining a firm considered by some to be of
a lesser caliber. For him it was a perfect fit, as Hublot would offer him the opportunity to realize his vision of a watch
that incorporated the fusion of various high-tech metals and materials, which would become the company's
trademark.
In a 2006 interview with WatchTime Magazine, Biver stated that his goal was not only to use fusion in the aesthetics
of the case and band design, but to go deeper and create new forms of 'mechanical watch technology.... Fusion
would be synonymous with the tradition of the future.'
Hublot introduced the 'Bigger Bang' tourbillon in 2006. Three series were made in total: one with a platinum case
and black ceramic bezel, another with 18k 'red' gold case with black ceramic bezel (such as the following lot), and a
third with black ceramic case and bezel (such as the present lot). Each was produced in a limited series of 18
pieces.
The flying tourbillon carriage with three lightning-bolt-style arms measures 13¼ mm. It functions without ball
bearings and is raised 2.80 mm above the bottom base plate, creating the impression that it is suspended in mid
air.
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LOT 28
HUBLOT
A LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD AND TITANIUM SKELETONIZED TOURBILLON SINGLE-BUTTON
CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND 5-DAY POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2007 REF 308 BIGGER BANG NO 13/18
cal. HUB 1400CT twin spring barrel manual wind movement, 33 jewels, one-minute flying fifths tourbillon, compensation balance
skeletonized dial, outer black tracking, eccentric subsidiary dials for 60-second chronograph indication 30-minute register, arch-
form 5-day power reserve indication, tourbillon carriage visible at 6 o'clock titanium bezel and 18k pink gold case, single
chronograph pusher, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed stainless steel and
gold Hublot deployant clasp box, packaging
width 44 mm
ESTIMATE 70,000 - 90,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on Hublot and their tourbillons, see the previous lot.
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LOT 29
HUBLOT
A TITANIUM AND CERAMIC AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERS
CIRCA 2006 ICE BANG BLACK
cal. HUB 44 automatic movement, 27 jewels black dial, applied Arabic and baton indexes, three engine-turned subsidiary dials
for 30-minute and 12-hour registers and constant seconds black ceramic tonneau case, titanium bezel, two rectangular
chronograph pushers with rubberized ends, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed
stainless steel Hublot deployant clasp box, packaging
width 44 mm

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LOT 30
HUBLOT
A TITANIUM AND CERAMIC AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERS
CIRCA 2006 BIG BANG
cal. HUB 44 automatic movement, 27 jewels black dial, applied Arabic and baton indexes, red chronograph hand, three engine-
turned subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-hour registers and constant seconds titanium tonneau case, black ceramic bezel,
two rectangular chronograph pushers with rubberized ends, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and
movement signed stainless steel Hublot deployant clasp box, packaging
width 44 mm

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LOT 31
RICHARD MILLE
A PLATINUM TONNEAU TOURBILLON DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH POWER RESERVE AND
TORQUE INDICATION
CIRCA 2007 RM 003
cal. RM0034 manual wind movement, 24 jewels, one-minute tourbillon set with ceramic endstone, compensation balance semi-
skeletonized dial with Arabic numerals and luminescent dots, fan-form sectors for 78-hour power reserve and torque indications,
dial partially cut away to reveal tourbillon carriage, central rotating disk with Arabic hours for second time zone push button in the
crown to select W (Winding), N (Neutral) and H (Hands) functions, push button for second time zone, sapphire crystal display
back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed platinum and titanium Richard Mille double-deployant buckle box,
packaging, tool
length 48 mm
ESTIMATE 80,000 - 120,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Richard Mille began working the watch industry in 1974, however it was not until 2001 that he released the first
watch from his own company. Since that time, he has become one of the greatest innovators in terms of technical
development, cutting-edge materials and forward-looking style.
Inspired by the perfection found in the Formula-1 racing circuit, Richard Mille creates his innovative and
performance-oriented wristwatches using non-traditional materials, such as ceramics, new metallic alloys and
carbon fiber compounds. The company does not produce watches with standard metal parts, as many of the gears
and pieces that make up the movement are custom-made for individual models.
The current model, the RM003, features several unusual and sophisticated technical innovations, including a
movement base plate in carbon nanofiber, torque indicator, variable inertia balance, fast rotating barrel and function
selector. All these advanced developments are not simply created to optimize the performance of the watches, but
also to enhance their precision and reliability. When combined with the technical elegance of the tourbillon and the
usability of the quick-set second time zone, the watch becomes not only a mechanical marvel, but a beautiful and
easy-to-use timekeeper.
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LOT 32
VARIOUS OWNERS
PIERRE KUNZ
A LARGE 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE DATE AND RETROGRADE
SECONDS
CIRCA 2008 SPIRIT OF CHALLENGE N0 17
jeweled automatic movement black dial, Roman numerals, arch-form sector for retrograde date, sector for retrograde seconds
coin-edge band, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Pierre
Kunz buckle
diameter 41 mm

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LOT 33
JAQUET DROZ
AN OVERSIZED 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC SINGLE-BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH

REGISTERS
CIRCA 2004 CHRONO MONOPOUSSOIR
automatic movement, 37 jewels silvered dial, four subsidiary dials for time, 30 minute and 12 hour register, constant seconds,
outer gray dial with track calibrated for 60 seconds single chronograph button through the crown, sapphire crystal display back
case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold unsigned deployant clasp warranty booklet, box, packaging
diameter 43 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 34
GRAHAM
AN OVERSIZED 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH
FLYING EIGHTHS AND REGISTER
CIRCA 2004 NO 38/225 FOUDROYANTE
automatic movement, 40 jewels silvered dial, two subsidiary dials indicating 30 minute register and flying eighths of a second
chamfered bezel, back secured by eight screws case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Graham buckle box, packaging
diameter 42 mm

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LOT 35
PARMIGIANI
A LARGE 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REGISTERS AND
TACHOMETER
CIRCA 2005
automatic movement, 31 jewels, gold rotor black dial, pink gold Arabic numerals, three gray subsidiary dials indicating 30-minute
and 12-hour registers and constant seconds, aperture for date, outer gray tachometer scale stepped coin-edge bezel, cabochon
sapphire-set crown, sapphire crystal display back case numbered and signed, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold
Parmigiani double deployant clasp guarantee, instructions
diameter 40 mm

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LOT 36
HARRY WINSTON
AN OVERSIZED AND LIMITED EDITION AUTOMATIC ZALIUM DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH DATE
CIRCA 2008 PROJECT Z4 DUAL TIME NO 94/100
automatic movement, 36 jewels multi-layered dial with two eccentric silvered dials for time, each with Arabic numerals, two
apertures for day/night indication, date aperture, central rotating symbol indicating movement activity second time zone
adjustment slide at 9 o'clock, flexible fluted lugs, screw down crown, back secured by eight screws case, dial and movement
signed zalium Harry Winston buckle warranty, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 44 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present model, Project Z4 Dual Time, belongs to a line of watches introduced by Harry Winston in 2007. The
durability of the zalium alloy along with its lightweight properties make it an appealing choice for wristwatch cases.
The present model is a streamlined mix of technical elegance with sporty aesthetics.
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LOT 37
HARRY WINSTON
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC MEDICAL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, DATE AND

PULSOMETER
CIRCA 1997 NO 30
cal. 1185 automatic movement, 37 jewels, gold rotor blue brushed dial, three subsidiary dials for 30-minute register, constant
seconds and 12-hour register, date aperture at 6 o'clock, inner pulsemeter scale, caduceus printed near the top two round
chronograph pushers in the band, flexible lugs, sapphire crystal snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Harry
Winston deployant buckle guarantee, booklet, original bill of sale, box, packaging
diameter 35 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present lot is particularly interesting as it is specifically made as a doctor's watch. The pulsometer scale is a
feature found on 'medical' chronographs by many companies, but this watch also features the caduceus, an ancient
symbol now associated with doctors and medicine.
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LOT 38
AUDEMARS PIGUET
A LIMITED EDITION 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE,
TACHOMETER AND REGISTERS
CIRCA 2003 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER
automatic movement, 54 jewels brown honeycomb-textured dial, large luminescent Arabic numerals, luminescent gold hands,
three gilt subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute registers, magnified date aperture, outer tachometer
scale large Offshore case with raised bezel secured by eight screws, two round rubber chronograph pushers, screw-down crown,
back with Arnold Schwarzenegger engraved autograph secured by screws case, dial and movement signed 18k gold Audemars
Piguet deployant clasp Certificate of Origin, booklet, box, packaging
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
In 2003, Audemars Piguet launched a special edition of the Offshore chronograph with actor Arnold
Schwarzenegger's signature engraved on the outside of the back. Made in only 400 examples, these models are
very rare and have become especially collectible and desirable in the market.
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LOT 39
PROPERTY OF A GENTLEMAN
AUDEMARS PIGUET
AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH BRACELET WATCH WITH REGISTERS,

DATE AND TACHOMETER
CIRCA 2002 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE NO 370
cal. 2226/2840 automatic movement, 51 jewels textured gray dial, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour
registers, magnified date aperture, outer tachometer scale rubber-coated chronograph pushers and screw-down crown
integrated bracelet with double deployant clasp case, dial, movement and bracelet signed box, packaging
width 42 mm, interior bracelet length 180 mm

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LOT 40
VARIOUS PROPERTIES
AUDEMARS PIGUET
AN 18K PINK GOLD SKELETONIZED CHRONOGRAPH WRISWATCH WITH REGISTER

CIRCA 1990
cal. 5030 finely engraved jeweled manual wind movement skeletonized dial, cracks to interior crystal, two subsidiary dials
indicating constant seconds and 30-minute register stepped bezel, snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold
Audemars Piguet buckle
diameter 37 mm

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LOT 41
GIRARD PERREGAUX
AN 18K PINK GOLD TONNEAU TRIPLE BRIDGE TOURBILLON SEMI-SKELETONIZED WRISTWATCH WITH
BRACELET
CIRCA 1995 NO 7
one-minute tourbillon, mono-metallic compensation balance, three pink golden bridges semi-skeletonized dial, Roman numerals
to the chapter ring, constant seconds mounted atop tourbillon carriage customized engraving to the case back secured by six
screws case and movement signed 18k pink gold Girard Perregaux link bracelet certificate, folder, box
length 45 mm, interior bracelet length 190 mm
ESTIMATE 30,000 - 40,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The back of the present lot was engraved with the name of its original owner, Yoshiho Matsuda. He is a passionate
collector of cars and watches and the main force behind the Ferrari Museum of Art in Gotemba, Japan. In his
museum, Matsuda shows his love for the Italian car maker and its history as well as contemporary fine art. He is
seen today as one of the world's foremost collectors of modern watches.
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LOT 42
PROPERTY OF A WEST COAST COLLECTOR

FRANCK MULLER
A LARGE 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR BI-RETROGRADE CHRONOGRAPH

WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES
CIRCA 2004 REF 6850 CC QPB NO 00
jeweled automatic movement silvered guilloché dial, tumbling Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for month combined with
leap year, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, aperture for moon-phases, arch-form sectors for retrograde date and day to each side
case back secured by four screws, two chronograph pushers in the band case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Franck
Muller buckle Certificate of Origin, setting pin, box, packaging
length 47 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

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LOT 43
FRANCK MULLER
A LARGE 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR SWEEP SECONDS TONNEAU
WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES
CIRCA 2004 REF 5850 QP NO 54
jeweled automatic movement black dial, gilt tumbling Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for month combined with leap year,
date and day combined with 24-hours, aperture for moon-phases, sweep seconds case back secured by four screws case, dial
and movement signed 18k pink gold Franck Muller buckle Certificate of Origin, box, packaging
length 45 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

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LOT 44
VARIOUS OWNERS
FRANCK MULLER
AN OVERSIZED 18K YELLOW GOLD CURVED TONNEAU AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND
BRACELET
CIRCA 2005 REF 8005 SC CONQUISTADOR KING NO 20
jeweled automatic movement black dial, tumbling luminescent Arabic numerals, luminescent feuille hands, aperture for date at 6
o'clock massive curved tonneau case, raised bezel, screw-down crown, back secured by four screws case, dial and movement
signed 18k yellow gold Franck Muller bracelet with double deployant buckle

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LOT 45
FRANCK MULLER
A LARGE 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC CURVED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2004 REF 1200 SC COLOR DREAMS NO 430
jeweled automatic movement silvered guilloché dial, multi-colored tumbling Arabic numerals, non-sequential faded numerals to
the background, luminescent hands case back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Franck
Muller buckle Certificate of Origin, box, packaging
length 55 mm

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LOT 46
MOVADO
A MASSIVE LIMITED EDITION 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2007 60TH ANNIVERSARY MUSEUM COLLECTION NO 11/60
cal. A07111 automatic movement, 24 jewels black dial, metallic circle at 12 o'clock massive case, sapphire crystal display back
case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold unsigned buckle
diameter 60 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Movado made the present example as part of a special limited series of watches to celebrate the 60th anniversary
of their Museum collection. A total of 60 examples were made in white gold, each one with a 60 mm case diameter.
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LOT 47
ULYSSE NARDIN
A LARGE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH
ALARM, COUNTDOWN INDICATOR AND DATE
CIRCA 2005 SONATA NO 380
cal. UN 67 automatic nickel lever movement, 109 jewels sweep center seconds, three subsidiary dials for countdown indicator,
alarm, and second time zone, aperture for date at 4 o'clock, alarm on/off indicator at 9 o'clock concave bezel, band set with two
crowns and pushers for quick-set of central hour hand, stepped lugs, case back secured by six screws case, dial and movement
signed 18k yellow gold Ulysse Nardin deployant clasp booklets, folder, certificate card
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ulysse Nardin launched the Sonata in 2003. The following year, the firm was awarded the Innovation Prize for
Watch of the year. This model allows the wearer to set the alarm for either an AM or PM time for up to 24 hours in
the future, and its crown and pusher design affords easy time correction and alarm setting.
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LOT 48
BLANCPAIN
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC TRIPLE CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 1990 NO 2395
cal. 95 automatic movement, 19 jewels apertures for day and month, outer ring calibrated for date with corresponding central
hand, fan-form aperture combining ages and phases of the moon case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Blancpain
buckle setting pin, booklet
diameter 34 mm

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LOT 49
JAEGER-LECOULTRE
AN 18K PINK GOLD LIMITED EDITION RECTANGULAR MINUTE REPEATING WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1994 REVERSO REPETITION MINUTES NO 14/500
jeweled manual wind movement silvered guilloché dial, Arabic numerals, aperture for striking-mechanism regulator at 5 o'clock
rectangular Reverso case, ribbed ends case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre deployant buckle
guarantee, booklet, box, packaging
length 42 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

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LOT 50
JAEGER-LECOULTRE
AN OVERSIZED LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS PERPETUAL CALENDAR

WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND ALARM
CIRCA 2000 MASTER CONTROL GRANDE MEMOVOX NO 218/250
jeweled automatic movement blue dial, dagger indexes, sweep center seconds, four subsidiary dials indicating month with inset
digital year, day, 24-hour indication with aperture for phases of the moon and date, central alarm indicator hand two crowns in the
band for time and alarm winding and setting, case back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed platinum Jaeger-
LeCoultre deployant clasp
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 51
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC TRIPLE CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 1995 REF 47050
cal. 1126 automatic movement, 33 jewels, 21k gold-rimmed rotor silvered dial, apertures for day and month, fan-form sector
combining ages and phases of the moon, outer chapter ring indicating date with corresponding central hand flared lugs, snap
back case, dial and movement signed platinum Vacheron Constantin buckle
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 52
TIFFANY & CO.
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE

CIRCA 2005 TIFFANY MARK
automatic movement, 21 jewels silvered dial, elongated Roman numerals, sweep center seconds, aperture for date at 3 o'clock
sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed platinum Tiffany &Co. buckle
diameter 37 mm

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LOT 53
BREGUET
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD TONNEAU WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1995 NO 3390
jeweled manual wind movement two-tone dial with guilloché center, matte chapter ring, minute tracking interlocking with
subsidiary seconds cabochon sapphire-set crown, milled band, back secured by eight screws case, dial and movement signed
length 40 mm
CATALOGUE NOTE
This model is illustrated in Breguet, E. Breguet: Watchmakers since 1775, p. 325.
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LOT 54
BREGUET
AN 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC FLY-BACK CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND
BRACELET
CIRCA 2000 REF 3800 TYPE XX NO 41549
automatic movement, 25 jewels blue dial, luminescent Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 12-hour and
30-minute registers rotating bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw down crown, screw down case back case, dial and movement
signed 18k pink gold Breguet bracelet booklet, box
diameter 39 mm, interior bracelet length 165 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Breguet started producing the 'Type XX' around 1954 and it became its most sought after post-war aviator's
wristwatch. The chronograph has the special fly-back feature. Referred to as the 'retour en vol' by the French Air
Force, this enabled pilots to reset the chronograph and restart immediately by the use of a single pusher.
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LOT 55
BREGUET
A FINE PLATINUM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 2000 REF 3050 NO 2273
cal. 502 automatic movement, 35 jewels silvered dial, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, guilloché center, three
subsidiary dials indicating day, month combined with leap year, date, and fan-form sector for phases and ages of the moon milled
band, cabochon sapphire-set crown, snap back case, dial and movement signed unsigned platinum buckle box, packaging
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

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A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND
LEAP YEAR INDICATION
CIRCA 2005 LANGEMATIK PERPETUAL
cal. L9221 automatic movement, 43 jewels, some carried in screwed gold chatons, 21k gold platinum-rimmed eccentric rotor day
combined with day/night indication, month combined with leap year indication, aperture for moon-phases combined with constant
seconds, twin date apertures sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow
gold A. Lange &Söhne deployant buckle
diameter 38 mm
ESTIMATE 30,000 - 40,000 USD

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LOT 57
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN 18K PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2000 1815
cal. 941.1 manual wind movement, 21 jewels silvered dial, Arabic numerals sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws
case, dial and movement signed 18k gold A. Lange &Söhne buckle box, packaging
diameter 36 mm

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LOT 58
BULGARI
A LARGE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH
TACHOMETER AND REGISTERS
CIRCA 2003 RATTRAPANTE
automatic movement, 31 jewels white dial, applied gold Arabic and baton numerals, three subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-
hour registers and constant seconds bezel engraved with tachometer scale, three chronograph buttons in the band, sapphire
crystal display screw back case numbered, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Bulgari double deployant clasp warranty,
C.O.S.C. certificate, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 40 mm

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LOT 59
PANERAI
A LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE,

REGISTERS AND TACHOMETER
CIRCA 2004 LUMINOR DAYLIGHT NO 201/500 PAM 188
cal. OP XII automatic movement, 27 jewels white dial, subsidiary dials indicating 30-minute and 12-hour registers and constant
seconds, date aperture tachometer scale to the bezel, large crown guard, rectangular chronograph buttons, screw back case,
dial and movement signed stainless steel Panerai double deployant buckle
width 44 mm

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LOT 60
PANERAI
A LARGE STAINLESS STEEL CUSHION WRISTWATCH WITH 8-DAY POWER RESERVE

CIRCA 2006 PAM 190 RADIOMIR 8 DAYS NO 269/500
cal. XIV manual wind movement, 33 jewels black dial, luminescent Arabic and baton numerals, gilt luminescent hands, eccentric
seconds large Radiomir cushion case, screw-down crown, 8-day power reserve indicator visible through sapphire crystal display
screw back, wire lugs case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Panerai buckle
width 45 mm

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LOT 61
PANERAI
A LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND
TACHOMETER
CIRCA 2006 PAM 212 LUMINOR FLYBACK 1950 NO 357/900
cal. OP XIX automatic movement, 30 jewels black dial, subsidiary dials indicating 30-minute register and constant seconds, outer
tachometer scale large crown guard, two round chronograph buttons, sapphire crystal display screw back case, dial and
movement signed stainless steel Panerai double deployant buckle
width 44 mm

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LOT 62
PANERAI
A LARGE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CUSHION WRISTWATCH WITH DATE

CIRCA 2007 PAM 287 RADIOMIR BLACK SEAL
jeweled automatic movement black dial, luminescent Arabic and baton numerals, subsidiary seconds, magnified date aperture
large Radiomir cushion case, screw-down crown and screw back, wire lugs case, dial and movement signed stainless steel
Panerai double deployant buckle C.O.S.C. certificate, warranty certificate, booklets, box, packaging
width 45 mm

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LOT 63
PANERAI FOR FERRARI
AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SPLIT SECOND CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWACH WITH

REGISTERS AND TACHOMETER
CIRCA 2008 FER00010 RATTRAPANTE
automatic movement, 31 jewels black dial, three subsidiary dials for 30-minute and 12-hour registers and constant seconds,
outer tachometer scale oversized case, raised bezel, two screw-down buttons and third push button in the band, sapphire crystal
display back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Panerai double deployant clasp guarantee, C.O.S.C. certificate,
booklet, box, packaging
width 45 mm

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LOT 64
PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF MARK SAYERS

JAEGER-LECOULTRE
A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH 8-DAY POWER RESERVE, DATE AND
DAY/NIGHT INDICATION
CIRCA 2002 REVERSO JOUR &AMP;NUIT SEPTANTIÈME NO 82/500
manual wind twin-barrel movement, 25 jewels gray guilloché dial, Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, arch-form sector for 8-
day power reserve, apertures for day and night indicator and digital date rectangular Reverso case, ribbed ends, sapphire crystal
display back case, dial and movement signed platinum Jaeger-LeCoultre deployant buckle box, packaging
length 42 mm
ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Jaeger-LeCoultre made the present example as part of a special limited series of watches celebrating the 70th
anniversary of the Reverso model. In total 500 pieces were made in platinum, of which this is number 82.
For another illustrated example of this watch, see Cologni, F., Jaeger-LeCoultre: The Story of the Grande Maison,
p. 345.
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LOT 65
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CUSHION-FORM CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE

CIRCA 2007 REF 5167-001A AQUANAUT MVT 3716658 CASE 4421007
cal. 324/393 SC automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels black textured dial, sweep center seconds,
aperture for date at 3 o'clock Aquanaut case, screw-down crown with protective shoulders, screw down sapphire crystal display
back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel double deployant Patek Philippe clasp Certificate of Origin dated 29 Jan
2008, booklets, folder, box, packaging
length 46 mm

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LOT 66
PATEK PHILIPPE
A PLATINUM CURVED TONNEAU WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2008 REF 5098 CHRONOMETRO GONDOLO MVT 3708424 CASE 4446799
cal. 25-21 REC tonneau manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels silvered guilloché dial, Breguet
numerals to the matte chapter ring, poire hands single diamond to band at 6 o'clock, screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back
platinum Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin dated 21 May 2008, booklets, folder, box, packaging
length 50 mm
Patek Philippe
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Introduced in 2007, Ref. 5098 hearkens back to the famed shape watches Patek Philippe created in the early part
of the last century for Gondolo &Labouriau in Rio de Janeiro. Its elegant engine-turned dial and curved tonneau
case are based specifically on a 1920 wristwatch that is illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe
Wristwatches, p. 103.
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LOT 67
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LARGE PLATINUM AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2008 REF 5130P MVT 3671038 CASE 4426904
cal. 240 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 33 jewels dial with guilloché center, chapter ring calibrated for
24 hours divided into diurnal and nocturnal hours, outer ring with 40 world cities crown with protective shoulders, sapphire crystal
display screw back case, dial and movement signed platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp Certificate of Origin, booklet,
folder, box, packaging
diameter 39 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The 'Heure Universelle', or World Time model, is the result of a revolutionary synchronization principle. This
patented mechanism allows for the single push button to control the adjustment of the 24 hour ring, city ring and
current local time. The complexities of this mechanism make reading and operating the World Time wristwatch
remarkably easy.
Ref. 5130 replaced the previous World Time by Patek Philippe, Ref. 5110. It is just over 2 millimeters larger in
diameter than its predecessor and features a slightly different dial design, with a starburst guilloché center. The
globe-shaped hour hand is inspired by the legendary Patek Philippe World Time watches from the 1950s, such as
Ref. 2523.
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LOT 68
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN OVERSIZED PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH TACHOMETER,

REGISTER, MOON-PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATION
CIRCA 2005 DATOGRAPH PERPETUAL
cal. L952.1 manual wind movement, 45 jewels, some carried in screwed gold chatons silvered dial with day combined with
constant seconds and day/night indication, month combined with leap year indication and 30-minute register, twin date apertures,
outer tachometer scale sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed platinum A. Lange
&Söhne deployant buckle setting pin, booklets, folder, box, packaging
diameter 41 mm
ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The Datograph Perpetual is A. Lange &Söhne's first wristwatch combining the perpetual calendar and chronograph
complications. Its impressive movement, visible through the sapphire crystal display back, features 556 individual
parts. The accuracy of the chronograph function is enhanced by a flyback feature as well as a jumping minute
counter, enabling the owner to make precise timing calculations.
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LOT 69
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
AN OVERSIZED PLATINUM DUAL AND WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH WITH ECCENTRIC DIALS, DATE AND
POWER RESERVE
CIRCA 2005 LANGE 1 TIME ZONE
cal. L031.1 manual wind movement, 54 jewels, some carried in screwed gold chatons silvered dial with eccentric dials for
primary and secondary time zones, both with day/night indication, twin date apertures, fan-form power reserve sector, outer
chapter ring with 24 world time zones sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws case, dial and movement signed
platinum A. Lange &Söhne deployant buckle booklets, folder
diameter 42 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The Lange 1 Time Zone was released in July 2005 to great fanfare. To celebrate the debut of this impressive
timepiece, the firm organized a global event in which 36 of their master watchmakers were sent to retailers around
the world. The coordinated simultaneous release to top Lange enthusiasts worldwide, across time zone divisions,
was a symbolic introduction for the firm's first world time model.
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LOT 70
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LARGE LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM ANNUAL CALENDAR CENTER SECONDS AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH
WITH MOON-PHASES, POWER RESERVE AND PULSOMAX ESCAPEMENT
2008 REF 5450P ADVANCED RESEARCH MVT 3900142 CASE 4429172
cal. 324/268 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 34 jewels pink dial, sweep center seconds, subsidiary dials
indicating day, month, sector for power reserve, aperture for moon-phases and date, center seconds stepped convex bezel,
sapphire crystal display back with magnified aperture platinum Patek Philippe deployant buckle Certificate of Origin dated 6
March 2009, booklet, box, packaging, setting pin
diameter 39 mm
Patek Philippe
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Released in 2008, Ref. 5450 was made in a limited series of 300 pieces. It followed the first two 'Advanced
Research' models by the firm: Ref. 5250, released in 2005, and Ref. 5350, released in 2006.
With the first model, the firm unveiled the Silinvar escape wheel, and the second model supplemented this
innovation with a Spiromax hairspring. Ref. 5450 completed this evolution by the addition of Silinvar lever, which
transfers energy from the escape wheel to the balance wheel, resulting in the highly efficient Pulsomax
escapement.
Originally known for its application to information technology, Silinvar is a semiconductor that is significantly lighter
than the traditional steel, transmits energy more efficiently and can be shaped more accurately, making it an ideal
material for use in watchmaking.
So that the wearer can admire the complex and cutting-edge Silinvar elements of the movement, Ref. 5450 also
features a magnified aperture to the sapphire crystal display back. To this end, the bridge work and wheel train
were also altered slightly for increased visibility.
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LOT 71
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 2008 REF 5140G MVT 3678087 CASE 4704441
cal. 240-114 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels silvered dial with three subsidiary dials indicating
24-hours combined with day, month combined with leap year, date combined with fan-form sector for moon-phases convex bezel,
sapphire crystal display snap back 18k white gold Patek Philippe deployant buckle Certificate of Origin dated 2 Oct 2008, spare
solid case back, booklets, box, adaptors, packaging
diameter 37 mm
Patek Philippe
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ref. 5140 was introduced in 2007 as a replacement for Ref. 3940, the firm's classic perpetual calendar model. Its
design updates included a slight enlargement of the case of 1.2 millimeters, allowing a subtle enlargement of the
date subsidiary dial for increased legibility. Furthermore, the bezel on Ref. 5140 is convex, whereas the bezel on
Ref. 3940 is concave. Ref. 5140 is only produced in white gold.
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LOT 72
VARIOUS OWNERS
ROGER DUBUIS
A LADY'S LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD DIAMOND-SET CURVED HORIZONTAL RECTANGULAR QUARTZ
WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 2005 TOOMUCH NO 015/888
quartz movement exaggerated Roman numerals bezel and lugs set with 86 diamonds case, dial and movement signed 18k
pink gold Roger Dubuis buckle set with 55 diamonds box
width 30 mm

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LOT 73
ROGER DUBUIS
A LADY'S LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD DIAMOND-SET RECTANGULAR BRACELET WATCH
cal. RD 18 manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 20 jewels exaggerated pink gilt Arabic numerals bezel
enhanced with 50 diamonds, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws, screw-set lugs integrated 18k pink gold link
bracelet case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Certificate of Origin, Bulletin d'Observation, folder, box, packaging total
diamond weight 1.00 cts
length 39 mm, interior length 150 mm

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LOT 74
ROGER DUBUIS
A LADY'S LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD DIAMOND-SET RECTANGULAR BRACELET WATCH
cal. RD 18 manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 20 jewels exaggerated metallic gray Arabic numerals
bezel enhanced with 56 diamonds, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws, screw-set lugs integrated 18k pink gold
link bracelet case, dial, movement and bracelet signed box, packaging total diamond weight approximately 0.84ct
length 39 mm, interior length 150 mm

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LOT 75
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET TONNEAU QUARTZ WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2005
quartz movement silvered guilloché dial, applied diamond-set indexes bezel and lugs set with round-cut diamonds, back
secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin buckle total diamond weight
approximately 1.00 ct
diameter 32 mm

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LOT 76
CHOPARD
AN 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE-SET QUARTZ CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH
REGISTERS AND DATE
CIRCA 2000 IMPERIALE
quartz movement silvered dial, three subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, aperture for
date bezel and t-bar lugs set with 42 round-cut diamonds, cabochon sapphires to the crown, chronograph pushers and lugs, case
back secured by eight screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Chopard buckle box, packaging total diamond
weight approximately 4.20 cts
diameter 37 mm

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LOT 77
FRANCK MULLER
AN 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE-SET TONNEAU AUTOMATIC MYSTERY WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 2001 REF 5850 NO 54
automatic movement pavé-set diamond dial, baguette sapphire-set indexes, inner rotating dial indicating time by a single
triangular sapphire diamond-set bezel, sapphire-set crown, case back secured by four screws case and movement signed 18k
white gold Franck Muller buckle enhanced by eight diamonds total diamond weight approximately 5.33 cts certificate, folder, box,
packaging
length 45 mm
ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

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LOT 78
CARTIER
A PLATINUM DIAMOND-SET TRIANGULAR PENDANT WATCH

CIRCA 1915
circular manual wind movement, 18 jewels dial with guilloché center rounded triangular case, bezel, pendant and crown set with
numerous rose-cut diamonds, snap back with later Florentine finish and monogram case, dial and movement signed
length 37 mm

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LOT 79
CARTIER/JAEGER
AN UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD AND BAKELITE BACK-WOUND CLIP WATCH

CIRCA 1935
manual wind movement, 15 jewels silvered dial, Arabic numerals gold bezel and case back set within a bakelite surround, gold
clip movement signed Jaeger, dial signed Cartier, case stamped EJ for Edmond Jaeger and further hand-stamped with Cartier
reference numbers
length 4 cm, width 2 cm

CATALOGUE NOTE
A similar piece with a horizontal design is illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Le Temps de Cartier,
p. 233.
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LOT 80
BLANCPAIN/UTI
A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE-SET CONCEALED DIAL BACK-WOUND BRACELET
WATCH, RETAILED BY SPRITZER &AMP;FUHRMANN, CURAÇAO
CIRCA 1955
circular manual wind movement, 17 jewels silvered dial, applied Arabic and dot indexes the bracelet composed of two tapered
woven segments, one terminating in graduated diamonds, the other with a sapphire and diamond-set serpentine 'head' twisting to
reveal dial case signed by Uti and retailer, movement signed by Blancpain, dial signed Blancpain and Uti retailer box total
diamond weight approximately 5.00 cts
interior bracelet length 155 mm

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LOT 81
PIAGET
A LADY'S UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD AND LAPIS LAZULI CUFF WATCH
CIRCA 1970 'ESCLAVE'
manual wind movement, 18 jewels lapis lazuli dial case back secured by two screws bracelet composed of interlocking ovals
with bark finish case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
interior length 165 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
As the Swiss watchmaking world was being upended by the newly developed quartz movements in the early 1970s,
a good deal of energy was being devoted to the creation of ultra-thin watches, a technical marvel that have of late
fallen flat in their aesthetic appeal. By contrast, Piaget's cutting-edge jewelry pieces from this time period stand out
as some of the most timelessly chic from the era.
The 'Esclave' cuff watches, made under the direction of Jean-Claude Gueit in the early 1970s, make use of a
variety of gems and stones in creative forms specifically intended to accomodate the curviture of the arm. Unlike a
perfectly symmetrical cuff, the present example is slightly wider at the bottom so that it fits comfortably. It also
features a vertically-set dial, so the time is easily read when the arm is outstretched.
For further reading and illustrations of similar watches, see Cologni, F., Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Piaget: Watches
and Wonders, pp. 130-140.
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LOT 82
PIAGET
A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD DIAMOND-SET BRACELET WATCH

CIRCA 1990
jeweled manual wind movement pavé diamond-set dial bezel set with 16 round-cut diamonds, case back secured by four screws
trellis-form bracelet set with 161 round-cut diamonds case, dial, movement and bracelet signed total diamond weight
approximately 14.40 cts
length 28 mm, end-to-end length 180 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 83
PIAGET
A LADY'S UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD AND LAPIS LAZULI BRACELET WATCH
CIRCA 1970
jeweled manual wind movement lapis lazuli dial cushion-form case, bezel enhanced by appliqué, case back secured by four
screws bracelet composed of linked circles in groups of six joined with rectangular lapis lazuli bars, terminating in a decorative
tassel case, dial and movement signed
width 31 mm, interior length of closed bracelet 170 mm

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LOT 84
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A RARE GOLD, LAPIS LAZULI AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED WATCH

CIRCA 1926
18 jewels pink dial with minute tracking white enamel bezel with gold Roman chapters, solid lapis lazuli case, pendant, bow and
crown set in deep blue enamel dial and movement signed, bezel numbered and further stamped VF for Verger Frères
diameter 46 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The bezel of the present example bears the maker's mark for Verger Frères, a renowned French firm that had a
very strong working relationship with Vacheron Constantin until 1938. Verger Frères also produced jewelry and
watches for other fine retailers such as Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cartier and Hermès.
For examples of other Vacheron Constantin pieces by Verger Frères, see Cologni, F., Secrets of Vacheron
Constantin, pp. 286, 303, 311
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LOT 85
CARTIER
A SILVER, 18K GOLD, ENAMEL, IVORY AND DIAMOND-SET 8-DAY DESK TIMEPIECE
CIRCA 1908
circular movement square silvered dial with guilloché center, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, diamond-set hands the
square case with foliate engraved gold bezel, translucent blue enamel over guilloché with opaque white enamel stringing, ivory
back, silver strut case and dial signed, French silver mark and casemaker's stamp FB, case hand stamped with Cartier reference
numbers travel box
height 7 cm
ESTIMATE 25,000 - 35,000 USD

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LOT 86
EUROPEAN WATCH & CLOCK CO., INC.
A RARE GILT, CORAL, ENAMEL AND RED LACQUER CHINOISERIE DESK TIMEPIECE
CIRCA 1930
circular movement, 15 jewels carved red lacquer dial depicting a dragon, Chinese character hour markers, the corners accented
by coral studs, fret pattern to band, surmounted on a base of red and black enamel movement signed European Watch &Clock
Co., Inc.
height 23 cm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

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LOT 87
CARTIER/LEMANIA
A GOLD, AGATE, ENAMEL, RUBY AND DIAMOND-SET 8-DAY DESK TIMEPIECE

CIRCA 1920
circular movement, 15 jewels gilt dial, guilloché center, Roman numerals to the matte chapter ring, hands set with rose-cut
diamonds white enamel bezel with gold squares, deep blue-gray agate case, the corners enhanced by cabochon rubies dial
signed Cartier, movement signed Lemania, strut hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers travel box
height 8 cm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 88
CARTIER/EUROPEAN WATCH & CLOCK CO., INC.
A SILVER AND LAPIS LAZULI 8-DAY DESK TIMEPIECE

CIRCA 1930
circular movement, 15 jewels dial with guilloché center, luminescent Arabic numerals to the matte chapter ring silver case and
bezel, lapis lazuli surround case with hand-stamped Cartier reference numbers, French silver marks stamped on the bezel and
frame of case, dial signed Cartier, movement signed European Watch &Clock Co., Inc.
height 9.5 cm

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LOT 89
CARTIER
A GOLD, AGATE, ENAMEL, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND-SET 8-DAY DESK TIMEPIECE

CIRCA 1920
circular movement dial with translucent blue enamel over starburst guilloché ground, hands set with rose-cut diamonds gold
bezel overlaid with white enamel, Roman numerals spaced by florets, shaped square agate case, the corners enhanced by
cabochon sapphires case signed Cartier and hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers
height 7.5 cm
ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
A similar piece is illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Le Temps de Cartier, p. 108.
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LOT 90
A LADY'S 18K GOLD AND PLATINUM TONNEAU WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET

CIRCA 1930 TORTUE
manual wind movement, 19 jewels silvered dial, Roman numerals, Breguet hands gold case with platinum sides and band, case
back secured by four screws, gold lugs with bracelet fitting movement signed European Watch &Clock Co., Inc., case hand-
stamped with Cartier reference numbers, dial signed 18k gold associated bracelet stamped with French goldmarks and
casemaker's mark GL within a lozenge

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LOT 91
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD MID-SIZE CURVED OVAL WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1930
manual wind movement, 19 jewels silvered dial, elongated Roman numerals modified t-bar lugs, cabochon sapphire-set crown,
case back secured by four screws in the band case and movement signed European Watch &Clock Co., Inc., case hand-stamped
with Cartier reference numbers, dial signed Cartier 18k yellow gold Cartier buckle
length 41 mm

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LOT 92
CARTIER/LECOULTRE
A YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR BACK-WOUND BRACELET WATCH

CIRCA 1925 TANK OBUS
cal. 409 manual wind movement, 16 jewels silvered dial, Roman numerals, Breguet hands monogrammed case back secured
by four screws in the band, bullet-form lugs integrated woven gold bracelet with deployant clasp case signed European Watch
&Clock Co., Inc. and hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers, dial and buckle signed Cartier and movement signed Le
Coultre

CATALOGUE NOTE
In the mid-1920s, Cartier began to experiment with fitting the classic Tank models with unusual lugs. One such
example was the Tank Obus, the bullet-like lugs of which inspired by World War One.
Similar models are illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Le Temps de Cartier, pp. 123, 126-7 and
202-203.
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LOT 93
CARTIER AND AUDEMARS PIGUET
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH AND A PLATINUM RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1950
both: manual wind movement the first: Roman numerals, cabochon sapphire-set crown, 18k yellow gold case secured by four
screws in the band, inside of case signed by European Watch &Clock Co., Inc., dial and movement signed Cartier, 18k gold
Cartier deployant buckle, box the second: 17 jewels, baton indexes, platinum case, stepped sides, case back with presentation
engraving secured by four screws, case, dial and movement signed, 18k gold deployant buckle
both: length 30 mm

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LOT 94
CARTIER/PIAGET
A LADY'S 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND-SET CUSHION-FORM WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1960
cal. 9P manual wind movement, 18 jewels silvered guilloché dial, Roman numerals bezel set with 46 single cut diamonds,
cabochon sapphire-set crown, case back secured by four screws dial signed Cartier, movement and case signed Piaget, case
hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers 18k white gold Cartier deployant clasp box
width 24 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Piaget and Cartier collaborated on wristwatches for nearly a decade starting in 1959. The present lot is an excellent
example of the refined elegance of both firms.
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LOT 95
CARTIER/AUDEMARS PIGUET
A FINE AND RARE LARGE 18K YELLOW GOLD CURVED ELONGATED OVAL WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 1970 MAXI
cal. K2050/B manual wind movement, 20 jewels silvered dial, elongated Roman numerals chamfered bezel, cabochon sapphire-
set crown, case back secured by four screws case and dial signed Cartier, movement signed Audemars Piguet, case hand-
stamped with Cartier reference numbers
length 56 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

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LOT 96
CARTIER
A LADY'S 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND SET OVAL QUARTZ WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2000 BAIGNOIRE
quartz movement Roman numerals, secret signature at 10 o'clock bezel set with three rows of single-cut diamonds, crown set
with one reverse-cut diamond, hidden lugs, case back secured by eight screws case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold
Cartier deployant buckle box total diamond weight approximately 2.12 cts
length 31 mm

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LOT 97
CARTIER
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD ASYMMETRIC WATCH

CIRCA 1991 CRASH
tonneau cal. 1978/2 manual wind movement, 17 jewels silvered dial, elongated Roman numerals, secret signature at 7 o'clock
asymmetric case, cabochon sapphire crown, case back secured by four screws in the band case, dial and movement signed 18k
gold Cartier deployant buckle booklet, box
length 38 mm
ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The celebrated 'Crash' model was first launched by Cartier London in 1969. The present lot is from a 1991 re-
issuing of the model in a limited series.
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LOT 98
CARTIER
A PLATINUM RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1995 TANK
manual wind movement guilloché dial, Roman numerals case back secured by four screws in the band, cabochon sapphire
crown case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Cartier deployant buckle
length 30 mm

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LOT 99
CARTIER
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD CURVED ELONGATED OVAL WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1991 BAIGNOIRE ALLONGÉE
circular manual wind movement, 17 jewels silvered guilloché dial, elongated Roman numerals, secret signature at 7 o'clock
chamfered bezel, hidden lugs, cabochon sapphire-set crown, snap case back case, dial and movement signed 18k gold Cartier
deployant buckle
length 56 mm

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LOT 100
CHOPARD AND PIAGET
A LOT OF TWO 18K YELLOW GOLD DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCHES

CIRCA 1980
both: two manual wind circular movements the first: 17 jewels, two-tone dial, curved rectangular case, snap back, gilt Chopard
buckle the second: matte gilt dial, subsidiary time zone dials in brushed gilt and black, cushion-form case, back secured by four
screws, 18k gold Piaget buckle both: case, dial and movement signed
the first: length 36 mm, the second: length 34 mm

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LOT 101
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A LOT OF TWO 18K GOLD WRISTWATCHES

THE FIRST: CIRCA 1954 REF 6067 CHRONOMETRE ROYAL; THE SECOND: CIRCA 1948
both: manual wind the first: cal. P1008/BS movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 19 jewels, sweep center seconds,
faceted lugs, with Certificate of Origin dated 15 Feb 1954, Bulletin de Marche, original booklet, box the second: cal. 435/3C
octagonal movement, 17 jewels, two-tone guilloché dial, faceted flared rectangular case both: snap back, case, dial and
movement signed, 18k gold Vacheron Constantin buckle
diameter 33 mm and length 39 mm

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LOT 102
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH UNUSUAL LUGS

CIRCA 1953 REF 4774 MVT 495639 CASE 337781
cal. 454/5B manual wind movement, 17 jewels two-tone dial with guilloché chapter ring, applied Roman and dagger indexes,
sweep center seconds unusual scroll-form lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 35 mm

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LOT 103
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A LARGE 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1953 MVT 492850 CASE 321588
cal. 453/3B manual wind movement, 17 jewels guilloché two-tone dial, applied Arabic, dagger and dot indexes stepped bezel,
unusual lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 38 mm
CATALOGUE NOTE
A similar case with a different dial is illustrated in Lambert, C. &Coen, L., The World of Vacheron Constantin, p. 248.
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LOT 104
BREGUET
A FINE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE
CIRCA 1960 NO 4295
automatic movement, 17 jewels two-tone silvered dial, matte chapter ring, guilloché center, sweep center seconds, aperture for
date at 3 o'clock coin-edge band, snap back case and dial signed, movement numbered 18k gold buckle box
diameter 32 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 105
UNIVERSAL
A LIMITED PRODUCTION 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET,
CUSTOMIZED FOR PRINCE FAISAL OF SAUDI ARABIA
1958 REF B10234-2TL
automatic bumper movement, 17 jewels pink dial depicting the then Prince Faisal of Saudi Arabia, further bearing the Saud
family name in Arabic, sweep center seconds screw back case and movement signed 18k pink gold belt-form Universal bracelet
diameter 35 mm, interior length 190 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Universal confirms production of the present lot in 1958, upon special order for the Minister of Finance of Saudi
Arabia. 50 such pieces were made to celebrate Faisal's new role as prime minister. In 1964, he would be crowned
King of Saudi Arabia.
It is interesting to note that the present model is not signed on the dial, and instead bears a signature only on the
case back. This was done out of respect for Prince Faisal and the Saud family, so his image and the family name
would not have to share space with the maker's name.
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LOT 106
OMEGA
A RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH

1956 REF 2850SC SEAMASTER XVI MVT 14513139
cal. 471 automatic movement, 19 jewels cream-colored lacquered dial, applied gilt arrow-head indexes, gilt dauphine hands,
Olympic Cross of Merit to bottom factory-engraved snap back enhanced with raised Olympic Cross of Merit to the center case,
dial and movement signed Certificate dated 21 Nov 2005 confirming sale on 14 April 1956
diameter 34 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present model, Seamaster XVI, was produced by Omega for a limited period of time to celebrate the Summer
Games of the 16th Olympiad in Melbourne, Australia. It is particularly unusual to find an example of this model with
a lacquered dial rather than the more common gilt dial. Omega made approximately 100 examples in this special
lacquered series.
The Seamaster XVI was created to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Omega being the official timekeeper of the
Olympic Games. Beginning in the 1932 Los Angeles games, Omega watches were, and still remain, a constant at
finish lines during the sporting fortnight.
The emblem seen on the dial and back of this model is the Olympic Cross of Merit, which Omega received in 1952
for their outstanding technical support of the Games.
The Games of the XVI Olympiad were the first to take place in the Southern Hemisphere, which meant they were
held in late November and early December - autumn for countries in the Northern Hemisphere.
The host-country Australians showcased their excellence in international competition, including swimmer Murray
Rose's three gold medals and runner Betty Cuthbert's three gold medals.
For more information on this model and several illustrations, see Richon, M., Omega: A Journey Through Time,
pp.282-283.
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LOT 107
LONGINES
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR CABRIOLET WRISTWATCH WITH CONCEALED DIAL

1931 NO 5041956
cal. 9.47N manual wind movement, 17 jewels concealed silvered dial, stylized Arabic numerals chased band set with two
buttons at bottom to activate monogrammed hinged top case, dial and movement signed
length 41 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Longines confirms sale of this watch 4 June 1931 to Russia.
A similar watch in stainless steel is illustrated in Marozzi, D. &Toselli, G., Longines, p. 31.
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LOT 108
A. LANGE & SÖHNE
A MASSIVE STEEL AVIATOR WRISTWATCH WITH SWEEP CENTER SECONDS

CIRCA 1940 NO 212414
manual wind movement, Guillaume balance black dial, luminescent triangular, baton and Arabic five minute divisions with inner
Arabic hours, large luminescent sword hands, sweep seconds massive satin-finished case with snap back and large crown case
and movement signed
diameter 55 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
During World War II, many watch companies began making massive-sized aviator's watches, similar to the present
lot, to answer the increased demand for such pieces. Vacheron Constantin, Wempe, Laco and IWC also produced
similar models for both sides of the conflict.
The black dial, dull luminescent numerals and hands, satin-finished case and the long leather strap, big enough to
wear on the outside of a flight jacket, all point to the military purpose for this model.
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LOT 109
LONGINES
AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DIVING WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 1965 REF 7150-1 SUPER COMPRESSOR
cal. 290 automatic movement, 24 jewels aged black dial, luminescent Arabic and baton numerals, luminescent arrow hands,
sweep center seconds, outer rotating bezel calibrated for 60 units two crowns in the band for winding/setting and adjusting the
bezel, screw back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 42 mm

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LOT 110
BREITLING
AN OVERSIZED STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

CIRCA 1955 NAVITIMER
cal. Valjoux 72 manual wind movement, 17 jewels black dial, luminescent Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for 30-minute
and 12-hour registers and constant seconds, three outer chronograph tracks two round chronograph pushers in the band, snap
back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 40 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
In the mid-1950s Breitling produced the Navitimer wristwatch for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
(AOPA). The most notable difference between these early models and later versions is that it was fitted with the
Valjoux 72 movement, which was also used in Rolex Daytonas and other chronographs and calendar watches in
this era. By the next generation of the model, the movement was changed to one by Venus. Typical of this era, the
dial on the present example features the AOPA winged logo rather than the Breitling name.
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LOT 111
OMEGA
A RARE LARGE STAINLESS STEEL AVIATOR WATCH

CIRCA 1938 REF CK 2042
manual wind movement, 15 jewels black dial, luminescent Arabic numerals, luminescent spade hands, subsidiary seconds outer
rotating bezel calibrated for 12 hours, extended lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed
diameter 40 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Omega created this model, CK 2042, in 1937 for use by aviators who needed to tell time in two different time zones
simultaneously. By rotating the bezel, one can read local time on the main dial and home time with the adjusted
hours surrounding it. This is the same basic concept of the Rolex GMT-Master.
For more information on this model and an illustration of it, see Richon, M., Omega: A Journey Through Time,
p.510.
Recently Omega launched the Omega Museum Collection Pilot watch, which was inspired by this model and
features an almost-identical design throughout.
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LOT 112
OMEGA
A RARE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET

CIRCA 1957 REF 2913-6 SEAMASTER 300
cal. 501 automatic movement, 20 jewels black matte dial, luminescent triangular and dagger indexes combined with Arabic 12, 3,
6, 9, luminescent arrow hands, sweep center seconds double steel and rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw back
case, dial and movement signed
diameter 39 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Omega launched the Seamaster 300 in 1957 as a direct competitor with Rolex's Submariner, Ref. 6538. Despite
the model's name, the Omega was only tested to 200 meters rather than 300, though the name was kept because it
was able to withstand pressure beyond most measuring devices of the time.
The present lot comes from the first evolution of the model.
Today, this model is very collectible for its unusual double-bezel design, with a fixed steel and rotating black bezel,
as well as its iconic arrow hands.
For more information on this model and several illustrations, see Richon, M., Omega: A Journey Through Time,
pp.322-324.
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LOT 113
ROLEX
A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR BRACELET WATCH

CIRCA 1940 REF 3911
tonneau manual wind movement, 17 jewels applied bullet and dot indexes integrated retro bracelet composed of chamfered
links case, dial, movement and bracelet signed

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LOT 114
ROLEX
A RARE STAINLESS STEEL AND PINK GOLD FLARED CURVED RECTAGULAR DUO-DIALED WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 1925 REF 1490 PRINCE BRANCARD
rectangular manual wind movement, 17 jewels two-tone silvered dial, eccentric dial to top for time, Arabic and baton numerals,
subsidiary seconds to bottom stainless steel rectangular case with pink gold flared sides case, dial and movement signed
length 43 mm

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LOT 115
ROLEX
A RARE 18K WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD FLARED CURVED RECTAGULAR DUO-DIALED WRISTWATCH
CIRCA 1925 REF 1490 PRINCE BRANCARD
rectangular manual wind Extra Prima movement, 15 jewels three-tone silvered dial, eccentric dial to top for time, Arabic
numerals, subsidiary seconds to bottom rectangular case with flared sides and striped ends case, dial and movement signed
18k gold Rolex buckle
length 43 mm

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LOT 116
ROLEX
A RARE AND SMALL 18K YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND
TACHOMETER
CIRCA 1940 REF 3056
manual wind movement, 17 jewels aged silvered dial, two subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds and 30-minute register,
outer tachometer scale two square chronograph pushers to the band, rounded snap back case, dial and movement signed gilt
Rolex buckle
diameter 30 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 3056, is rarely seen in the market. Like the 'Piccolino', Ref. 3055, it is unusual among Rolex
chronographs for its small size. Its diameter is 30 millimeters, whereas other chronographs from that time period
were generally 34 -36 millimeters in diameter. The two models differ in that Ref. 3055 has a flat case back, whereas
the present example has a rounded case back.
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LOT 117
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER, TACHOMETER AND TELEMETER
CIRCA 1945 REF 4062
manual wind movement, 17 jewels aged silvered dial, subsidiary dials for 30-minute register and constant seconds, outer
tachometer and telemeter scales two square chronograph pushers, coin-edge band, flared lugs, snap back case, dial and
movement signed
diameter 36 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
For information and illustrations of this model, Ref. 4062, see Gobbi, P., I Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, pp. 140-
143 as well as Patrizzi, O., Rolex: Collecting Modern and Vintage Wristwatches, Vol. 1, pp. 104-108.
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LOT 118
ROLEX
A RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER, TACHOMETER AND
BRACELET
CIRCA 1948 REF 4500 'MONOBLOC'
manual wind movement, 17 jewels aged silvered dial, applied gilt Roman numerals and square indexes, two engine-turned
subsidiary dials indicating 30-minute register and constant seconds, outer tachometer scale two round chronograph pushers to
the band, screw-down crown and screw back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet with
deployant clasp
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref 4500, was one of the first Oyster chronograph watches made by Rolex with a screw back and
round pushers. It was made in the 1940s for only a short period of time and was one of the last chronographs Rolex
made featuring two subsidiary dials rather than three.
For similar examples of this model, see Patrizzi, O., Rolex: Collecting Modern and Vintage Wristwatches, Vol. 1, p.
116, as well as Papaleo, P. &Gobbi, P, I Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, pp. 220-221.
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LOT 119
PROPERTY FROM THE FAMILY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, TACHOMETER AND TELEMETER

CIRCA 1952 REF 6034
cal. 72 manual wind movement, 17 jewels silvered dial, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute
registers, telemeter scale in red tracking, tachometer scale in blue tracking chamfered bezel, two round chronograph pushers to
the band, screw-down case back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex buckle serivce paperwork from 1985,
1986, 1998 and 1999
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present lot was originally purchased by Joseph W. Cochran, an amateur race car driver on the California Sport
Car Club circuit during the late 1940s and 1950s. At that point, the sport was just gaining recognition and becoming
a professional sport rather than simply an amateur hobby.
He would use the watch's chronograph function to time his own races as well as those of this competitors. His car,
No. 101, a 1952 Cad-Allard J2 4150cc Roadster, featured the engine of a Cadillac in the body of the smaller and
faster Allard.
Cochran's races took him all around California and Nevada and introduced him to Hollywood race enthusiasts,
including James Dean and the Gabor sisters. Through these connections, his car was prominently featured in the
1949 Mickey Rooney picture, 'The Big Wheel', a film that put the star behind the wheel on the tracks of the
California raceways.
The provenance of the present example is evidence of the direct connection that Rolex watches have always had
with sports, and auto racing in particular. Even a decade before the development of the Cosmograph Daytona,
drivers were already relying on Rolex chronographs for accurate timing of their events.
The present example, Ref. 6034, figures into the succession of Oyster chronographs Rolex produced from the
beginning of the 1950s until the introduction of the Daytona in 1961. Along with other round-button chronographs
with three subsidiary dials, such as Ref. 5034, 6234 and 6238, this model was produced in relatively few numbers
as a result of its short production period.
For another example of Ref. 6034 with red and blue tracking, see Gobbi, P. &Pucci, P., I Cronografi Rolex: La
Leggenda, pp. 230-1, and for other examples of the model, see pp. 232-251, op. cit.
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LOT 120
VARIOUS OWNERS
ROLEX
A RARE 18K PINK GOLD TRIPLE CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS
CIRCA 1949 REF 5036 'DATO-COMPAX'
manual wind movement, 17 jewels two-tone silvered dial, applied Roman and dot indexes, three subsidiary dials indicating 30-
minute and 12-hour registers and constant seconds, apertures for day and month in French, outer ring calibrated for date with
corresponding blued steel hand raised bezel, two calendar correctors and two round chronograph pushers to either side of the
band, screw-down crown, screw back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Rolex buckle box, packaging
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 100,000 - 150,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Rolex began production of the Ref. 5036 in the late 1940s as a replacement for the earlier Ref. 4767. Production
lasted for only a short period of time as it was quickly replaced by Ref. 6036, which featured an improved three-
piece case. Examples of Ref. 5036 in pink gold were produced in limited numbers.
For similar examples, see Papaleo, P. &Gobbi, P., Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, pp. 376-379.
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LOT 121
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, 24-
HOUR INDICATION AND BRACELET MADE FOR THE PERUVIAN AIR FORCE
CIRCA 1966 REF 1675 GMT-MASTER
cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels black dial, luminescent dagger, dot and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes-style
hands, sweep center seconds, gilt printing and tracking, magnified date aperture rotating bezel calibrated for 24 hours with
corresponding triangular hand, screw-down crown and back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster rivet
bracelet with deployant clasp
diameter 39 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
The outside of the back on the present lot has an engraving, 'Fuerza Area Del Peru.'
In the 1960s the Peruvian Air Force bought watches from Rolex for use by their pilots. Almost all of the pieces that
have reappeared on the market are Daytona chronographs. Examples of GMT-Masters for the Peruvian Air Force
are rarely found.
It is interesting to note that the GMT-Master is a model designed for pilots and is therefore more appropriate for use
by an air force than a chronograph.
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LOT 122
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET

CIRCA 1958 REF 5508 'JAMES BOND' SUBMARINER
cal. 1530 automatic movement, 25 jewels black dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes rotating black bezel
calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown and screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel solid Rolex Oyster
bracelet and deployant clasp box
diameter 37 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 5508, was released in 1958 and was one of the last models of the so-called 'James Bond'
Submariners. The nickname comes from the fact that models similar to this, without crown guards, were frequently
featured in the Bond movies. Today any Submariner without crown guards is referred to as a 'James Bond' model.
For a similar example, see Skeet &Urul, Vintage Rolex Sports Models, p. 35.
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LOT 123
ROLEX

CIRCA 1958 REF 6536/1 'JAMES BOND' SUBMARINER
cal. 1030 automatic movement, 25 jewels black dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes rotating black bezel
calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown and screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel solid Rolex Oyster
flip-lock bracelet with deployant clasp
diameter 37 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Rolex released this model, Ref. 6536/1 in 1956 as a chronometer version of the earlier Ref. 6536. It was only in
production for a few years before being replaced by the Ref. 5508.
For a similar example, see Skeet &Urul, Vintage Rolex Sports Models, p. 30.
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LOT 124
ROLEX

CIRCA 1954 REF 6202 TURN-O-GRAPH
jeweled automatic movement black gloss dial, luminescent triangle, baton and dot indexes, gilt tracking and printing, gilt
Mercedes-style hands black rotating bezel calibrated for minutes with dots and Arabic 10-minute intervals, red triangle at 12
o'clock, screw back and screw down crown case, dial and movement signed
diameter 35 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 6202, was released in 1953 and was first marketed as a watch intended for air travelers as it was
easy to use the rotating bezel for timing functions. The model was ultimately pulled from production in the early
1960s, as it was seen as redundant when compared to the timing and diving abilities of the Submariner and the
GMT-Master lines, both of which were more popular.
For more information on this reference, see Skeet, M. &Urul, N., Vintage Rolex Sports Models, pp. 100-101 and for
an illustration of a similar model, see p. 104.
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LOT 125
ROLEX

CIRCA 1966 REF 5513 SUBMARINER
cal. 1520 automatic movement, 26 jewels black gloss dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, gilt luminescent
Mercedes-style hands, sweep center seconds, gilt printing and tracking rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down
crown, screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster USA rivet bracelet with deployant clasp
diameter 39 mm

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LOT 126
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH

cal. 1530 automatic movement, 26 jewels black dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, gilt luminescent Mercedes-
style hands, sweep center seconds, gilt printing and tracking rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown,
screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex buckle
diameter 39 mm

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LOT 127
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH 24-HOUR INDICATION, DATE
AND BRACELET
cal. 1030 automatic movement, 25 jewels glossy black dial, luminescent dagger, dot and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes-
style hands, sweep center seconds, gilt printing and tracking, magnified date aperture in black and red aged rotating bezel
indicating 24 hours with corresponding central hand, screw-down crown, screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless
steel Rolex Oyster rivet bracelet
diameter 38 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
By the early 1950s, the commercial trans-Atlantic airline industry was at a point where planes were able to take off
on one side of the ocean and land on the other in a matter of mere hours. Partly as a result of this, Pan American
airlines approached Rolex, and the two companies began working on a watch that could easily tell the hour in two
different time zones.
When Ref. 6542, the first GMT-Master, was released in 1954, it became the official timepiece of Pan-Am Airlines.
Their pilots found the watch to be a useful tool in the cockpit where many timing calculations were necessary over
the duration of the flight. In addition, the simple ability to know what time it was 'back home' was very easy to see
with the watch's colorful bezel.
Early examples of the model featured a Bakelite plastic bezel. Over the years, this accent was found to be too
fragile and expensive to produce, so the material was changed to a more standard metal bezel insert.
The present example comes from the fourth evolution of the model, where the bezel insert is metal and the seconds
hand is not painted white.
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LOT 128
TUDOR
A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REGISTER, TACHOMETER AND

BRACELET
CIRCA 1972 REF 7149/0 OYSTERDATE
manual wind movement, 17 jewels gray dial, baton indexes, outer orange Arabic five-minute divisions, two subsidiary dials for
45-minute register and constant seconds, magnified date bezel engraved with tachometer scale, two screw-down buttons and
screw-down crown, screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet
diameter 40 mm

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LOT 129
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 1973 REF 1680 'RED' SUBMARINER
cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels black matte dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, sweep center
seconds, magnified date aperture, Submariner printed in red rotating faded black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown,
screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster flip-lock bracelet
diameter 39 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 1680, was launched in 1966 as the first Submariner model to feature a date aperture. Early
examples from this reference feature the word 'Submariner' printed in red lettering. Ultimately, the dials were
standardized so that all the printing was in white, making examples with the red printing rarer, and thus more
desirable.
A similar example is illustrated in Skeet, M. &Urul, N., Vintage Rolex Sports Models, Second Edition, p. 42.
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LOT 130
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, 24-
HOUR INDICATION AND BRACELET
CIRCA 1985 REF 16550 EXPLORER II 'RAILWAY DIAL'
cal. 3085 automatic nickel lever movement, 27 jewels cream dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, magnified date
aperture, red secondary hour hand bezel calibrated for 24 hours, screw back and screw-down crown case, dial and movement
signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster flip-lock bracelet numbered warranty, tie-tag, box, packaging
diameter 39 mm
ESTIMATE 10,500 - 15,500 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 16550, was first launched by Rolex in 1985. Originally Rolex offered this new reference with
standard black as well as cream dials. Ultimately, they would eliminate this option and sell only the black dial, thus
making examples with cream dials, such as the present lot, more collectible.
The present watch features the so-called 'Railway' dial. This designation refers to a dial on which the spaces
between the words 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified' line up from one line to the next, creating a visual
break in the printing. As Rolex re-formatted the printing on the dials, this aspect was lost. Collectors today see such
examples as more desirable.
For a similar example of this model with this dial variation, see Skeet, M. &Urul, N., Vintage Rolex Sports Models, p.
86.
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LOT 131
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, BRACELET AND
FACTORY-REPLACED CASE
CIRCA 1974 RECENTLY RECASED REF 1665 'DOUBLE-RED' SEA-DWELLER
cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels black dial, aperture for date, Sea-Dweller Submariner 2000 printed in red gas escape
valve in the band, screw-down crown, screw back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and
deployant clasp service box
diameter 39 mm
ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
In 1974 the movement and dial for this lot were put into case 4048937. As was appropriate of that era, the case
number was engraved inside the back of the watch by the factory.
Years later, the movement and dial were re-cased by Rolex in the present case, 4466877, however the original
back was retained. Interestingly, the factory then engraved the numbers of the new case on the inside of the old
back as well as EX4048937. It is unusual for a watch to have received such complete markings after it has been
serviced.
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LOT 132
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, 24-
cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels tropical brown-aged-to-mauve dial, luminescent Mercedes-style hands, sweep center
seconds, magnified date aperture brown rotating bezel calibrated for 24 hours with corresponding triangular hand, screw-down
crown and back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet spare back, box, service box
diameter 39 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 1675, was released in 1960 and was initially available in gold, steel and two-tone. Gold GMT-
Masters were made in smaller production numbers and are rarer than their steel counterparts. For this reason, they
are more sought after by collectors.
It is interesting to note that this model, Ref. 1675, was the only sport model originally offered with the Rolex Jubilee
bracelet option. For this reason, many examples of this reference still retain these dressier bands.
For a similar example, see Patrizzi, O., Collecting Rolex Wristwatches, p. 249.
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LOT 133
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, 24-
cal. 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels brown dial, luminescent Mercedes-style hands, sweep center seconds, magnified date
aperture brown rotating bezel calibrated for 24 hours with corresponding triangular hand, screw-down crown and back case, dial
and movement signed 18k yellow gold Rolex Jubilee bracelet with deployant clasp
diameter 39 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on this model, Ref. 1675, see the previous lot.
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LOT 134
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, TACHOMETER AND BRACELET

CIRCA 1966 REF 6239 COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA 'PAUL NEWMAN'
cal. 727 manual wind nickel lever movement, 17 jewels white dial, applied square and luminescent indexes, red tracking to the
outer black chapter ring, three black subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute registers bezel calibrated for
tachometer scale, screw-down crown, screw-down case back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster
bracelet additional Rolex stainless steel buckle, original booklets, Guarantee, box, packaging
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 45,000 - 55,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Beginning in the late 1960s, Rolex offered special dials, known as 'exotic' dials, on their Cosmograph Daytona
models. Years later, watches with these dials became known as 'Paul Newman' models, as the actor is presumed
to have worn one in the 1969 auto racing film 'Winning'.
The 'Paul Newman' dial is characterized by square markers in the chronograph scale and subsidiary dials and the
alternating patterning of the coloration. Though widely available at the time, these dials were produced in smaller
numbers and are rarer to find.
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LOT 135
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 1958 REF 1803/1806 DAY-DATE 'PRESIDENT'
cal. 1555 automatic movement, 26 jewels gray brushed dial, sweep center seconds, aperture for day in Spanish and magnified
aperture for date textured case and bezel, screw-down crown and screw back case, dial and movement signed 18k gold Rolex
brick-link bracelet
diameter 34 mm

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LOT 136
ROLEX
AN 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND
BRACELET
CIRCA 1974 REF 1803 DAY-DATE 'PRESIDENT'
cal. 1556 automatic movement, 26 jewels black dial, hour markers set with round- and baguette-cut diamonds, sweep center
seconds, aperture for day in Spanish and magnified aperture for date milled bezel, screw-down crown and screw back case, dial
and movement signed 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet box
diameter 34 mm

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LOT 137
ROLEX
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 2002 REF 118209 OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE 'PRESIDENT'
cal. 3155 automatic movement, 31 jewels silvered dial, Roman numerals, sweep center seconds, aperture for day and magnified
aperture for date screw-down crown and screw back case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Rolex President bracelet
certificate dated 1 June 2009, booklet, folders, box, packaging
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

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LOT 138
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET QUARTZ WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2000 REF 6623 CELLINI
quartz movement slate-gray dial with ghosted Rolex wordmark pattern, baton indexes raised bezel set with 58 diamonds,
articulated hooded lugs each set with 60 diamonds, snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k gold Rolex deployant clasp
total diamond weight aproximately 2.65 cts
diameter 37 mm

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LOT 139
ROLEX
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET
cal. 3135 automatic movement, 31 jewels blue dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, sweep center seconds,
magnified aperture for date at 3 o'clock blue rotating bezel, screw-down crown with protective shoulders, screw back case, dial
and movement signed 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet Certificate card, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 40 mm
ESTIMATE 13,500 - 15,500 USD

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LOT 140
ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, TACHOMETER AND

BRACELET
CIRCA 1995 REF 16520 COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA
cal. 4130 automatic movement, 44 jewels white dial, three subsidiary dials for 30-minute register, constant seconds and 12-hour
register bezel calibrated for tachometer scale, screw-down chronograph buttons and crown, screw down back case, dial and
movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp one-year warranty dated 4 Feb 1995, booklets,
wallet, box, packaging
diameter 38 mm

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ROLEX
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 2007 REF 16610 'ANNIVERSARY GREEN' SUBMARINER
cal. 3135 automatic movement, 31 jewels black dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes, luminescent Mercedes-style
hands, sweep center seconds, magnified aperture for date at 3 o'clock tonneau water-resistant-type case, sapphire crystal,
rotating green bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown with protective shoulders, screw back case, dial and movement
signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with flip-lock clasp Certificate dated 2 July 2007, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 40 mm, interior length of bracelet 180 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
In 2003, Rolex launched a special edition of this model, Ref. 16610, with a green bezel to celebrate the 50th
anniversary of the Submariner model.
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LOT 142
ROLEX

CIRCA 2008 REF 116400 MILGAUSS
cal. 3131 automatic movement, 31 jewels black dial, orange lightning-bolt sweep seconds hand, green crystal screw-down
crown, screw-down back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp
international warranty dated 19 Sept 2008, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 40 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
At the 2007 Basel Fair, Rolex reintroduced the Milgauss model, a tool watch that had been dormant for roughly
thirty years. The new model, Ref. 116400, would take much of its refined styling from the conservative-looking Ref.
1019, the last of the vintage Milgauss line.
Originally this model was available in three variations: a white dial and clear sapphire glass, a black dial with clear
sapphire glass and a black dial with green sapphire glass (such as the present example).
The new model became an instant hit with collectors who appreciated the technical merits of this anti-magnetic
watch as well as the bold design of the orange lightning bolt hand.
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LOT 143
ROLEX
A RARE STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET
CIRCA 1997 REF 16610 COMEX SUBMARINER
cal. 3135 automatic movement, 31 jewels black dial, luminescent indexes and hands, sweep center seconds, aperture for date at
3 o'clock, Comex signature below the center sapphire crystal, rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown with
protective shoulders, screw back with factory-engraved Comex number 6XX5 (partially obscured by factory sticker) case, dial and
movement signed stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet numbered Attestation de Chronomètre Officiel, numbered hang tag,
chronometer hang tag, booklets, anchor, folder, box, packaging
diameter 41 mm
ESTIMATE 30,000 - 40,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Comex (Compagnie Maritime d'Expertise) was founded in 1961, in Marseille, at a time when industrial deep-sea
diving did not yet exist. Very soon, however, Comex promoted new technology and became a pioneer in deep
diving operations for the offshore oil industry. Today, it has more than 2,000 employees and 800 divers located
around the world.
At the end of the 1960s, Comex asked Rolex to create a watch that could sustain the high pressure of deep water
dives, as the compressed and saturated air began causing a build-up of pressure in the standard Submariner case,
which destroyed the mechanism.
Rolex rapidly came up with a patented solution by installing a one-way pressure release valve on the side of the
watch case, beside the 9 o'clock position, that allowed the release of helium from the case. This model would later
become known as the Sea-Dweller.
The relationship between Comex and Rolex continues today. One of the last Comex models made was the present
one, the Submariner Ref. 16610. These are rather hard to find in the market, as many of them are still in use by
their original owners.
Adding to the rarity of the present lot is that fact that it has never been used or worn, and still retains its factory
finish and even its protective stickers to the back of the case. As this watch was never officially retailed (it was sold
directly from Rolex to Comex) the Attestation paperwork is left 'open', with no retailer's name or stamp.
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LOT 144
PROPERTY FROM THE STEFAN T. EDLIS WATCH COLLECTION

JAEGER-LECOULTRE
AN 18K PINK GOLD LIMITED EDITION RECTANGULAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND
REGISTER
CIRCA 1996 REVERSO NO 192/500
manual wind movement, 36 jewels silvered guilloché dial, Arabic numerals, chronograph run indicator at 5 o'clock, aperture for
date, reverse with chronograph track calibrated for 60 seconds, retrograde 30-minute register rectangular Reverso case, ribbed
ends case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre deployant buckle Certificate of Authenticity, booklets
length 42 mm

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LOT 145
JAEGER-LECOULTRE
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC DUAL TIME ZONE SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, POWER
RESERVE AND WORLD TIME
CIRCA 2000 NO 0223 MASTER GEOGRAPHIQUE
automatic movement, 36 jewels silvered dial, sweep center seconds, two subsidiary dials indicating date and second time zone
with small dial for day/night indication, fan-form sector for power-reserve, fan-form sector for world time city display world time
adjustment crown at 10 o'clock, back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed platinum Jaeger-LeCoultre buckle
Certificate, booklets
diameter 38 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
For an illustration of an example of this model in yellow gold, see Cologni, F., Jaeger-LeCoultre: The Story of the
Grande Maison, p. 343.
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LOT 146
FRANCK MULLER
A PLATINUM CURVED TONNEAU AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

CIRCA 1999 HAVANA NO 22
automatic movement two-tone dial, luminescent Arabic 12 and 6, and dagger indexes to the chapter ring, three subsidiary dials
indicating constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute register case back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed
platinum Franck Muller buckle Certificate, box
length 45 mm

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LOT 147
AUDEMARS PIGUET
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR BRACELET WATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 1984 NO 007
cal. 2120/2 automatic movement, 38 jewels, gold-rimmed rotor midnight blue dial with textured finish, subsidiary dials indicating
day, month, date, fan-form aperture for phases and ages of the moon dodecagonal bezel, snap back integrated platinum bracelet
case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
diameter 36 mm, end-to-end length 210 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

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LOT 148
BLANCPAIN
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC SPLIT SECOND CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND DATE
CIRCA 2005 NO 020
cal. 1186 automatic movement, 38 jewels white dial, applied Roman numerals, three subsidiary dials for 12-hour and 30-minute
registers, date combined with constant seconds stepped bezel, three round chronograph pushers to the band, sapphire crystal
display snap back case, dial and movement signed platinum Blancpain buckle spare solid case back, booklets, box, packaging
diameter 34 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
It is important to note that the present watch is fitted with a sapphire crystal display back and also comes with a
spare solid platinum back. Blancpain produced the two backs as a special order for the owner presently offering this
piece.
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LOT 149
BLANCPAIN
A PLATINUM TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND EIGHT-DAY POWER RESERVE

CIRCA 2005 NO 56
manual wind movement, escapement housed within one-minute rotating tourbillon carriage white dial, applied Roman numerals,
aperture revealing tourbillon carriage, subsidiary dial for date, fan-form sector for 8-day power reserve stepped bezel, snap back
revealing tourbillon carriage case, dial and movement signed platinum Blancpain buckle booklets, box, packaging
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

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LOT 150
BLANCPAIN
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC MINUTE REPEATING TRIPLE CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 2005 NO 09
automatic movement, minute repeating on two hammers, 21k gold rotor white dial, applied Roman numerals, three subsidiary
dials for month, date and day, fan-form sector combining phases and ages of the moon stepped bezel, minute repeat activated by
slide in the band, sapphire crystal display snap back case, dial and movement signed platinum Blancpain buckle booklets, box,
packaging
diameter 34 mm
ESTIMATE 30,000 - 40,000 USD

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LOT 151
PATEK PHILIPPE
A PLATINUM AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH

2001 REF 5110P MVT 3206691 CASE 4108785
cal. 240-188 HU automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 33 jewels dial with guilloché center, chapter ring
calibrated for 24 hours divided into diurnal and nocturnal hours, outer ring with 40 world cities crown with protective shoulders,
sapphire crystal display screw back case, dial and movement signed platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp Certificate of
Origin dated 22 March 2001, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 7 March 2001, booklets, folder, box
diameter 37 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on the Patek Philippe World Time tradition, see lot 67.
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PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH

2001 REF 5110R MVT 3206803 CASE 4112485
cal. 240-188 HU automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 33 jewels dial with guilloché center, chapter ring
calibrated for 24 hours divided into diurnal and nocturnal hours, outer ring with 40 world cities crown with protective shoulders,
sapphire crystal display screw back case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Certificate of
Origin dated 10 Feb 2001, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 15 Jan 2001, booklets, folder, box, packaging
diameter 37 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on the Patek Philippe World Time tradition, see lot 67.
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PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD HINGED AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND POWER RESERVE
1996 REF 5015R MVT 3051380 CASE 2993869
cal. 240/154 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels, eccentric 22k gold micro-rotor, sapphire crystal to
the cuvette eccentric subsidiary seconds, fan-form aperture for moon-phases, sector for power reserve Officer-style case,
beaded bezel, screw-set lugs case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract
from the Archives confirming sale on 25 Sept 1996, setting pin, booklets, folder, box, packaging
diameter 35 mm
ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

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LOT 154
PATEK PHILIPPE
A PLATINUM TONNEAU AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

1993 REF 5040P MVT 774322 CASE 2936492
circular cal. 240 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor silvered dial, applied
Breguet numerals, subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap-year indication,
fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with date snap back case, dial and movement signed platinum Patek Philippe
buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 9 Dec 1993, booklets, folder, box, packaging
length 42 mm
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on Ref. 5040, and an example with a black dial, see lot 202. For an example in yellow gold, see lot 197.
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LOT 155
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS
AND MOON-PHASES
1993 REF 3970EP MVT 876582 CASE 2934744
cal 27-70Q manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 24 jewels silvered dial, apertures for day and month, three
subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds combined with 24-hour indication, 30-minute register combined with leap year
indicator and date combined with fan-form aperture for moon-phases concave bezel, screw-down case back case, dial and
movement signed platinum Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 19 Oct 1993,
setting pin, box, packaging
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 100,000 - 150,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Patek Philippe launched Ref. 3970 in 1986 and two years into production, modified the design to a screw-down
case back and continued production for approximately two years. This water-resistant model was designated
3970E, with the suffix indicating étanche, or waterproof. Production of the model ended in 2004.
Ref. 3970 was created following the success of the exceptional and iconic Ref. 2499. One main difference between
the two models is the addition of the leap year indicator to the 3 o'clock subsidiary dial and 24-hour indicator to the
9 o'clock subsidiary dial. The design of the case of Ref. 3970, with its downturned, fluted lugs, is clearly influenced
by the form of Ref. 2499.
Ref. 3970 is illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, Vol. 2, Second Edition, pp. 305.
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LOT 156
VARIOUS OWNERS
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND RARE EARLY 18K YELLOW GOLD HUNTING CASED WATCH WITH ENAMEL SCENES
1850 NO 4735
14''' movement with cylinder escapement, gold cuvette white enamel dial with hairlines, bezel and crystal lacking front cover with
a polychrome enamel Swiss mountain scene inhabited by boats and a fisherman, the reverse with a shepardess with a mule
tending her flock, both sides framed in champlevé blue enamel with loss with floral medallions case and cuvette signed and
numbered Extract from the Archives confirming enamel scenes and sale 30 April 1855
diameter 38 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present lot is an excellent example of a very early moment in the relationship between Antoine-Norbert de
Patek and Jean-Adrien Philippe. The two met in 1844, in Paris, and the following year, founded Patek &Cie
together. In early 1851, the firm was renamed Patek, Philippe &Cie'.
As the present lot is signed 'Patek Philippe &Co', the most likely scenario as suggested by the Extract is that the
movement was completed in 1850. The cuvette was one of the first to be signed with the new company's name,
sometime before the recorded date of sale in 1855.
In the early days of the partnership, the company was not satisfied to rest on the laurels of their technical advances,
and as such also worked to create pieces of aesthetic beauty. At their display in the 1851 London Universal
Exhibition, they advertised 'enamel painting in flowers, landscapes, portraits and historical subjects' alongside their
newly patented stem-winding watches.
It is rare to find such an early piece bearing an enamel scene on both covers. Patek Philippe watches from this time
period generally do not feature figural scenes. Such pieces are highly sought after and coveted by collectors and
curators alike.
Similar watches from this time period are illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, pp. 108-
111.
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LOT 157
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LADY'S 18K YELLOW GOLD ENAMEL, PEARL AND DIAMOND-SET OPEN-FACED PENDANT WATCH
1899 MVT 112982 CASE 223690
diameter 27 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD
CATALOGUE NOTE
A watch with similar ornamentation is illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, p. 131.
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LOT 158
PATEK PHILIPPE
TWO YELLOW GOLD HUNTING CASED WATCHES, ONE FOR A LADY AND ONE FOR A GENTLEMAN,
RETAILED BY E. NETTER &AMP;CO., MANNHEIM
1908 MVT 144039 CASE 257924 AND 1910 MVT 161432 CASE 267115
the first: 18''' movement, 14k gold case the second: 10''' movement, 18k gold case with engraved floral motif to band and bezels
both: bi-metallic compensation balance, white enamel dial, monogram to the hinged front, case, dial and movement signed by
maker, cuvette signed by maker and retailer both: with original presentation boxes, Certificates of Origin, and Extracts from the
Archives
the first: 47 mm, the second: 28 mm

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LOT 159
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED WATCH, CUSTOMIZED FOR
RETAILER GEORGE BRODNAX, MEMPHIS
1921 'MURAT' MVT 804199 CASE 409542
17''' movement, 18 jewels, gold cuvette gilt dial, stylized Arabic numerals, interior enamel ring, Breguet hands bezels, band, bow
and pendant decorated in tones of blue, green and white enamel, snap case back centered by GTB monogram in black, blue and
green enamel case and dial signed by maker, cuvette and movement signed for George Brodnax, Memphis Extract from the
Archives confirming sale 29 Jan 1924 confirming all ornamentation and monogram
diameter 45 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present lot is a good example of Patek Philippe's work to create individually customized piece at the request of
important clients. It is interesting to note that while it is not uncommon to see retailer's signatures on the firm's
watches, this particular piece was in fact made for the owner of the Brodnax jewelry store. As such, the George
Brodnax signatures on the cuvette and movement are in fact personalized signatures for the owner of the watch.
George Taylor Brodnax, Sr. was the owner and president of Brodnax Jewelry, 39 South Main St, Memphis, TN, at
the time the largest jewelry store in the South. After the death of George Sr. in 1917, ownership of the firm was
passed on to his son, George Taylor Brodnax, Jr. (1900-1939).
The date of manufacture in 1921 suggests that the watch may have been commissioned as a 21st birthday gift to
George Jr., as a piece that would evoke the memory of his father and the pride in the business passed down from
father to son.
The watch has been held in the possession of descendants of the Brodnax family until this point. Sotheby's is
pleased to offer this piece for the first time at auction.
For similar watches from this period, see Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, p. 162-165.
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LOT 160
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD OPEN-FACED WATCH, CUSTOMIZED FOR DR. VENANCIO LABATUT, RETAILED BY
GONDOLO &AMP;LABOURIAU, RIO DE JANEIRO
1904 MVT 126558 CASE 234525
22''' gilt movement, cam-wheel regulator, 18k gold cuvette white enamel dial customized for Dr. Venancio Labatut, Roman
numerals, subsidiary seconds guilloché case with monogram case, dial, cuvette and movement signed Extract confirming sale
with monogram 19 May 1904
diameter 56 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Watches made by Patek Philippe for the illustrious Brazilian firm of Gondolo &Labouriau, are prized as some of the
best examples of the high-quality watches from the turn of the last century.
The present lot is a particularly interesting piece, as it is customized specially for a important client of the firm, Dr.
Venancio Labatut. His name appears on the dial where the Patek Philippe signature would normally be, and as
such, the maker name is curved over the subsidiary seconds instead. Dr. VH is also engraved on the case back. An
'engraved monogram' is confirmed on the Extract from the Archives.
Watches made for Gondolo are always characterized by movements bearing cam-wheel regulators and 9k gold
gear train wheels. The central bridge of these Gondolo watches is frequently engraved 'Pat. Jan 13, 1891', which
refers to the American patent for this type of wheel-train bridge.
For a similar movement, see Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, Second Edition, p. 134, and for
more examples made for Chronometro Gondolo, see pp. 145-6 of the same text.
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LOT 161
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED SPLIT SECOND WATCH WITH REGISTER

1924 MVT 197803 CASE 602586
17''' movement, 28 jewels, 18k gold cuvette white enamel dial, Breguet numerals, vertically aligned subsidiary dials for 30-minute
register and constant seconds engraved monogram to the hinged case back case, dial, cuvette and movement signed Extract
from the Archives confirming sale with Breguet numerals 31 Jan 1928
diameter 46 mm

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LOT 162
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LADY'S PLATINUM DIAMOND-SET WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET

1964 REF 3289/34P MVT 984905 CASE 2638131
manual wind movement, 20 jewels silvered dial, applied baton indexes circular platinum case, the bezel set with 16 round-cut
diamonds, snap back case, dial and movement signed bracelet composed of alternating round- and baguette-cut diamonds
Extract from the Archives confirming sale 27 April 1965 total diamond weight approximately 3.35 cts

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LOT 163
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AND PLATINUM HINGED SQUARE WRISTWATCH

1926 MVT 812514 CASE 604521
circular manual wind movement, 18 jewels applied Breguet numerals bezel enhanced with platinum sides, foliate engraving to
top, bottom of bezel and band case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 17 Oct 1929
length 32 mm

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LOT 164
PATEK PHILIPPE
A RARE PLATINUM HINGED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

1930 MVT 824871 CASE 613053
8''' oval manual wind movement silvered dial, exaggerated baton indexes, outer railway-style minute tracking, double faceted
crystal elongated hinged rectangular case Extract from the Archives confirming sale 28 Feb 1936
length 43 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
A similar piece with identical dial and crystal is illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches,
p. 118, pl. 156. For a similar example with applied baton indexes, see Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Masters of Time, p.
219.
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LOT 165
PROPERTY FROM AN AMERICAN COLLECTOR

PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD HINGED CURVED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH, RETAILED BY BAILEY, BANKS
AND BIDDLE
1926 MVT 815295 CASE 605609
circular manual wind movement, 18 jewels gilt dial, stylized Arabic numerals, blued steel feuille hands case, dial and movement
signed by maker and retailer 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle Extract from the Archives confirming gilt dial and sale 30 Nov
1927
length 37 mm

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LOT 166
PATEK PHILIPPE AND VACHERON CONSTANTIN
A LOT OF TWO 18K GOLD OPEN-FACED WATCHES

THE FIRST: 1968 REF 715J MVT 893238 CASE 432652 THE SECOND: CIRCA 1935 MVT 421789 CASE 274078
the first: cal. 17-140 stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, retailed by Gübelin, case and movement signed by maker,
dial signed by maker and retailer, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 18 April 1968, retailer pouch the second: 18 jewels,
pink dial, pink gold case, case, dial and movement signed
the first: 47 mm; the second: 48 mm

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LOT 167
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LARGE 18K PINK GOLD CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH

1956 REF 2481R SC MVT 705464 CASE 691381
cal. 27SC manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels silvered dial, applied bullet indexes,
dauphine hands, sweep center seconds, outer minute tracking fluted lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k gold
Patek Philippe buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale 16 Dec 1957
diameter 36 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Production for Ref. 2481 commenced in 1950. Some examples from this reference also featured cloisonné enamel
dials.
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LOT 168
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD CURVED TONNEAU WRISTWATCH

1951 REF 2469R MVT 974071 CASE 668058
cal. 9-90 octagonal manual wind movement, 18 jewels silvered dial, applied Arabic and dagger indexes, subsidiary seconds,
dauphine hands snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle Extract from the Archives
confirming sale 4 July 1952
length 38 mm
LITERATURE
Negretti, G. &Nencini, F., Masters of Time, p. 174, pl. 110.
CATALOGUE NOTE
Production for this reference commenced in 1950.
For an example of Ref. 2469, see Reardon, J., Patek Philippe in America, p. 167.
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LOT 169
VARIOUS OWNERS
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH

1955 REF 2500R MVT 725515 CASE 685217
cal. 12-400 manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels aged dial, applied bullet and dot indexes
stepped bezel, fluted lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 6 March 1956
diameter 34 mm

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LOT 170
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

1938 REF 555J MVT 850784 CASE 617632
circular manual wind movement black dial, applied Arabic and bullet indexes, outer minute tracking tubular hooded lugs, snap
back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale with black dial 21 March
1940
length 33 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
The present lot is an excellent example of the daring shape watches that have brought Patek Philippe pieces to the
forefront of fashion in every era. The 1930s and 1940s in particular saw a strong emphasis on square, rectangular
and driver's style watches, with experimentation in lug and case design.
A similar watch, Ref. 556, is illustrated In Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe wristwatches. Like the present
model, Ref. 555, it bears unusual tubular lugs, however the lugs are faceted rather than round.
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LOT 171
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH

1952 REF 2451A MVT 959461 CASE 664845
cal. 10-200 manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, metal dust cap silvered dial, applied bullet
indexes, pearled minute tracking screw-down case back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming
sale of movement only 29 April 1953
diameter 30 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Production of Ref. 2451 commenced in 1949.
The inside of the case back is stamped 'FB', the maker's mark for Taubert &Fils. From the late 19th century, when it
existed under the name Frères Borgel, Taubert &Fils was one of the finest Geneva-based case makers and
specialized in water-resistant cases. They worked with many firms, including Patek Philippe and Vacheron
Constantin.
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LOT 172
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH

1949 REF 2451A MVT 953069 CASE 654787
cal. 10-200 manual wind movement, 18 jewels aged silvered dial, applied bullet indexes, luminescent feuille hands and dots,
painted minute tracking screw-down case back case, dial and movement signed stainless steel Patek Philippe buckle Extract
from the Archives confirming sale with luminescent dots 27 Oct 1949
diameter 30 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on Ref. 2451 and a note on Taubert Fils, see the previous lot.
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LOT 173
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL AMAGNETIC WRISTWATCH

1961 REF 3417A MVT 730101 CASE 2644303
cal. 27-400 AM manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, gold lever escapment, 18 jewels, dust cover
silvered dial, applied Arabic 12 and elongated baton indexes throughout large straight lugs, screw back case, dial and movement
signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 6 June 1961
diameter 35 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Cal. 12"'AM-400, Patek Philippe's first amagnetic movement, debuted in 1958. It was fitted with a gold lever so that
it could withstand and maintain accuracy near high magnetic fields. Cal. 27-400 AM was its successor and featured
a free-sprung Gyromax balance.
Although Ref. 3417 is frequently designated Amagnetic on the dial, it is not uncommon to find examples with no
such marking, such as the present lot.
For a discussion of amagnetic watches, see Reardon, J., Patek Philippe in America, pp. 156-7.
Production for Ref. 3417 commenced in 1958.

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LOT 174
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH

1968 REF 3466A MVT 1116547 CASE 2664292
cal. 27-460 automatic movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels silvered dial, subsidiary seconds screw-
down case back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 6 March 1969
diameter 35 mm
ESTIMATE 11,000 - 13,000 USD

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LOT 175
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CUSHION-FORM WRISTWATCH

1965 REF 3525J MVT 1115545 CASE 518656
cal. 27-460 automatic movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels silvered dial raised bezel, engraved
monogram to the case back case, dial and movement signed Certificate of Origin dated 25 Aug 1972, Extract from the Archives
confirming sale 24 March 1966
width 32 mm

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LOT 176
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH SCROLL LUGS

1947 REF 1491J MVT 960725 CASE 645135
cal. 12-120 manual wind movement silvered dial, applied gold baton indexes and stylized painted Arabic numerals, subsidiary
seconds unusual scroll lugs, engraved monogram to the snap back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives
confirming sale 13 Dec 1947 box
diameter 34 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 1491, was produced from 1940 until 1958. For a similar model with an identical dial, see Huber
&Banberry, Patek Philippe Wristwatches, p 177.
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LOT 177
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD SQUARE CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH

1953 REF 2514-1J SC MVT 703113 CASE 678088
cal. 27SC circular manual wind movement, 18 jewels silvered dial, applied Arabic and dagger indexes, sweep center seconds
snap back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 15 July 1954
width 30 mm

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LOT 178
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH, RETAILED BY HOWES

1961 REF 3423J SC MVT 709030 CASE 2619043
cal. 27SC manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels silvered dial stepped bezel, snap back
case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 9 Sept 1961
diameter 34 mm

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LOT 179
PATEK PHILIPPE
A YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH

1953 REF 2451J MVT 740271 CASE 676670
cal. 10-200 manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, metal dust cap silvered dial, applied bullet
indexes, pearled minute tracking screw-down case back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives confirming
sale 16 Jan 1953
diameter 30 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on Ref. 2451 and Taubert Fils, see lot 171.
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LOT 180
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH

1976 REF 3588/1J MVT 1287601 CASE 2763423
cal. 28-255 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 36 jewels gilt dial, Roman numerals clous de Paris bezel,
snap back integrated mesh bracelet case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale with gilt
dial and bracelet 10 Oct 1977

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LOT 181
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC BRACELET WATCH

1979 REF 3606/3G MVT 1288199 CASE 529642
cal. 28-255 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 36 jewels blue dial, applied bullet indexes textured bezel,
snap back integrated mesh bracelet case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale with
bracelet 31 Aug 1979

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LOT 182
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD WRISTWATCH

1965 REF 3459G MVT 798971 CASE 431214
cal. 23-300 manual wind movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels silvered dial, pearled minute tracking
bezel calibrated at five-minute divisions, hidden t-bar lugs, snap back case, dial and movement signed Extract from the Archives
confirming sale on 17 Dec 1965
diameter 32 mm

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LOT 183
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND RARE PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, RETAILED BY SERPICO Y
LAINO
1957 REF 2526R MVT 764287 CASE 698250
cal. 12-600AT automatic movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels, 18k gold rotor enamel dial, applied pink
gold Arabic 9, 12 and 3, bullet indexes, dauphine hands, subsidiary seconds chamfered raised bezel, screw back, 'PP' crown
case and dial signed by maker and retailer, movement signed by maker 18k pink gold Patek Philippe bracelet, further stamped S
&L for Serpico y Laino and GF for Gay Frères Extract from the Archives confirming sale with bracelet 29 March 1958 box
ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Patek Philippe launched Ref. 2526, its first automatic model, in 1953 and ceased production in 1960. It is an iconic
reference and highly sought after by collectors for its understated elegance.
The present example stands out as an extraordinary piece within the reference. According to our research, it is the
only example to come to the market with the combination of unusual Arabic hours dial, pink gold case and Serpico
Y Laino retailer's marks. Sotheby's is pleased to offer this watch for the first time at auction.
The applied Arabic numerals at 9, 12 and 3 o'clock require that the enamel dial be fitted specifically for this
configuration, as the index 'feet' are laid out before the enamel is heated and set. According to our research, only
two other examples of Ref. 2526 with Arabic hours have come to the market. One of these is cased in yellow gold
and is on display at the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva.
The Arabic numeral and baton configuration featured on the present lot is one of the rarest options that were
available for the dials of Ref. 2526. Other exotic variations included Breguet numerals, diamond indexes, black dials
as well as the 'Do Unto Others' dial. While all highly sought after by collectors for their rarity and unusual looks, our
research indicates that examples featuring Arabic numerals have come to the market in the smallest quantities.
The Serpico Y Laino retailer's marks on the present example are clearly visible on the dial, case and bracelet. This
esteemed Venezuelan retailer sold some of the finest watches by Patek Philippe in the 1940s and 1950s. Pink gold
watches were frequently made for the Latin American market, thus it is fitting that the present lot was created for the
elite of Caracas. It is estimated that pink gold pieces account for only one in six of the total production for Ref. 2526.
Ref. 2526 features the 12-600AT movement, an engineering marvel which made its debut at the 1953 Basel Fair.
As the first automatic movement made by the firm, its debut was delayed until Rolex's 1933 patent for a full-rotation
self-winding movement expired. At the time of its release, it was one of the most highly-jeweled calibers for a time-
only watch produced by Patek Philippe, or indeed any firm.
Examples of Ref. 2526 are illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, pp. 213 and 216-7.
Cal. 12-600 is illustrated on p. 214 of the same text.
For examples of various Gay Frères bracelets on Ref. 2526 watches, see Reardon, J., Patek Philippe in America,
pp. 168-169.
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LOT 184
PROPERTY FROM A DESCENDANT OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND RARE LARGE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH
MOON-PHASES
1977 REF 3448J MVT 1119486 CASE 332602
cal. 27-460Q movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels, 18k rotor apertures for day and date, subsidiary dial
indicating date combined with fan-form aperture for moon-phases, outer painted minute track sloped bezel, downturned lugs,
snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k Patek Philippe buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale 22 July 1977,
original retail receipt dated 29 Aug 1977
diameter 37 mm
ESTIMATE 70,000 - 90,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
This model, Ref. 3448, was launched in 1962. At that time, it was the only automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch
on the market. Ref. 3448 underwent four main evolutions, each introducing a new variation on the design. The
present example belongs to the second evolution, produced roughly between 1968 and 1976, which varied from the
original 3448 by replacing the painted minute track with a pearled minute track.
The subsequent evolutions are distinguished by their larger calendar numerals, wider-set hour indexes, a return to
the painted minute ring, and in the final evolution, a larger bezel in order to accomodate the sapphire crystal. The
model was ultimately succeeded by Ref. 3450, produced from 1981 to 1985, which included the leap year indication
and some more subtle differences. For an example of Ref. 3450, see lot 203 of this sale.
It is interesting to note the relatively small quantity of watches made in this reference. Only 586 pieces were made
in total over the 20 year production period, meaning roughly 30 examples were made each year. As such, Patek
Philippe's technicians were able to pay the utmost attention to each piece.
One marker of the artistry that went into Ref. 3448 is the moonphase sector. Each plate is made in solid gold, hand-
enamelled in transluscent blue, set in high temperatures, and polished so that the gold stars and moon shine. As a
result, each plate bears slight variations from the next in the placement of the stars and tones of blue, and is one of
the most strikingly attractive feature of this exceptional and rare model.
For a discussion of Ref. 3448 and other examples, see Reardon, J., Patek Philippe in America, pp. 232-33. For a
similar model, see Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. 2, pp. 288-289.
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LOT 185
VARIOUS OWNERS
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OVAL WRISWATCH

1987 REF 3987J ELLIPSE MVT 1359785 CASE 2836257
cal. 215 manual wind movement, 18 jewels white dial, Roman numerals hobnail bezel, hidden t-bar lugs, snap back case, dial
and movement signed 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 30
July 1987, box, packaging, booklets, folder
length 32 mm

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LOT 186
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC OVAL WRISTWATCH

1997 REF 5028G ELLIPSE MVT 1964085 CASE 4027359
cal. 240 automatic movement, 27 jewels black dial, eccentric subsidiary seconds Ellipse case, hidden t-bar lugs, snap back
case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Patek Philippe Ellipse buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale 27 Jan
1998, Certificate of Origin dated 1 Mar 2004, booklets, folder, box, packaging
length 35 mm

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ref. 5028, a modern re-interpretation of the classic Ellipse shape, was produced between 1997 and 2003.
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LOT 187
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE
1999 REF 5081/1J NEPTUNE MVT 3011088 CASE 4042729
cal. 315 SC automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels silvered dial, applied Roman numerals,
luminescent feuille hands, sweep center seconds, date aperture at 3 o'clock milled bezel calibrated for 5-minute divisions, screw-
down crown with protective shoulders, screw-down case back 18k yellow gold Neptune link bracelet case, dial, movement and
bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 1 April 1999, Certificate of Origin, booklets, folder, box, packaging
diameter 36 mm, interior bracelet length 170 mm

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LOT 188
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN AUTOMATIC CUSHION-FORM STAINLESS STEEL CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE

1998 REF 5060-001A AQUANAUT MVT 3024616 CASE 4046474
cal. 330/194 SC automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels black textured dial, sweep center seconds,
aperture for date at 3 o'clock Aquanaut case, screw-down crown with protective shoulders, screw back case, dial and movement
signed stainless steel double deployant Patek Philippe clasp Extract from the Archives confirming sale 29 April 1998, booklets,
folder, box, packaging
length 41 mm

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LOT 189
PATEK PHILIPPE
A MID-SIZED QUARTZ STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD CENTER SECONDS BRACELET WATCH
WITH DATE
1991 REF 3900/1 NAUTILUS MVT 1555322 CASE 2876316
cal. E23 quartz movement graphite textured dial, center seconds, luminescent indexes and hands, date aperture at 3 o'clock
tonneau Nautilus water-resistant-type case, side-screw assemblage integrated two-tone Nautilus bracelet with deployant clasp
case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 26 March 1991

CATALOGUE NOTE
Arguably the greatest sporting model produced by Patek Philippe, the Nautilus has become one of the company's
most iconic wristwatches. Gerald Genta, the master watchmaker of the eponymous watch firm, made the original
drawings for the patented Nautilus case design.
The original concept for the model was inspired by a ship's porthole window. During the same period, he also
created two other celebrated designs: the Royal Oak for Audemars Piguet and the iconic engraved bezel Bulgari
watch. Genta's design is as practical as it is aesthetically appealing: the Nautilus boasts water-resistance even
when the crown is pulled out in the setting position.
Various Nautilus models are illustrated in Huber, M., &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. II, Second
Edition, p. 77.
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LOT 190
PATEK PHILIPPE
A STAINLESS STEEL DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE
1993 REF 3800/1A NAUTILUS MVT 1930687 CASE 2910365
cal. 330 SC automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels graphite textured dial, center seconds, diamond-
set indexes, date aperture at 3 o'clock tonneau Nautilus water-resistant-type case, side-screw assemblage integrated stainless
steel Nautilus bracelet with deployant clasp case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale
1 April 1993
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 191
PATEK PHILIPPE
A PLATINUM AND 18K PINK GOLD RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

2004 REF 5111PR GONDOLO MVT 1883394 CASE 4270389
cal. 215 circular manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels two tone dial with guilloché center, pink
gold indexes and hands large platinum rectangular case with pink gold banded ends, back secured by four screws case, dial and
movement signed platinum Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin dated 1 July 2005, Extract from the Archives confirming
sale 5 April 2005, booklets, folder, box, packaging
length 47 mm
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ref. 5111 was produced in pink gold, yellow gold, platinum, and the present two-tone combination.
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LOT 192
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS HINGED WRISTWATCH WITH DATE
CIRCA 2007 REF 5053G MVT 3416519 CASE 4230470
cal. 315/292 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels silvered dial, Breguet numerals, sweep center
seconds, aperture for date at 6 o'clock Officer-style case, screw-set lugs, hinged back revealing the sapphire crystal cuvette
case, dial and movement signed 18k white gold Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin dated 7 July 2008, booklets, folder,
box, packaging
diameter 35 mm
ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

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LOT 193
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS BRACELET WATCH WITH DATE
1997 REF 3802/208G MVT 3005387 CASE 299084
cal. 315/190 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels white dial, Roman numerals, sweep center
seconds, aperture for date clous de Paris bezel, snap back case, dial and movement signed integrated 18k white gold bracelet
Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1997 and sale on 30 June 1997, original receipt, box
diameter 33 mm, end-to-end bracelet length 195 mm

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LOT 194
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC TONNEAU CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE
1995 REF 5030R MVT 3001273 CASE 2983648
cal. 315 SC automatic movement, 29 jewels silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals, sweep center seconds, aperture for date at
3 o'clock snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k pink gold Patek Philippe deployant buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract
from the Archives confirming sale on 29 Aug 1995, folder, booklets, box, packaging
length 41 mm

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LOT 195
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LARGE PLATINUM RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH

CIRCA 2006 REF 5109P MVT 1895976 CASE 4312011
cal. 215 PS manual wind movement, 18 jewels silvered dial, applied Arabic and baton numerals, minute tracking, subsidiary
seconds back secured by four screws case, dial and movement signed platinum Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin,
folder, booklets, box, packaging
length 43 mm

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LOT 196
PATEK PHILIPPE
A LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES, DATE AND POWER
RESERVE
1997 REF 5057R CORTINA JUBILEE MVT 3109061 CASE 4027563
cal. 240/164 movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor fan-form aperture for moon-phases
combined with date, eccentric subsidiary seconds, sector for power reserve clous de Paris bezel, screw down sapphire crystal
display back dial and movement signed by maker, case signed by maker and retailer 18k pink gold Patek Philippe deployant
clasp Extract from the Archives confirming sale 20 Nov 1997
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ref. 5057 was produced in a limited edition of 100 pieces in pink gold to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Cortina
Watch Co., Singapore.
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LOT 197
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR CENTER SECONDS BRACELET
WATCH
2002 REF 5037G MVT 3134193 CASE 4156705
cal. 315/198 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 35 jewels white dial, diamond-set indexes, luminescent
hands, sweep center seconds, three subsidiary dials indicating day, month and 24-hours, aperture for date bezel set with 52
diamonds, sapphire crystal display screw back integrated white gold link bracelet case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
Extract from the Archives confirming sale 10 Sept 2002 total diamond weight 1.17 ct
ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

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LOT 198
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC SWEEP SECONDS ANNUAL CALENDAR BRACELET WATCH WITH
POWER RESERVE AND MOON-PHASES
2000 REF 5036/1J MVT 3144427 CASE 4078590
cal. 315 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels silvered dial, luminescent Roman numerals,
luminescent hands, sweep center seconds, subsidiary dials for day and month, apertures for moon-phases and date, sector for
power reserve stepped bezel, screw-down sapphire crystal display back 18k yellow gold link bracelet case, dial, movement and
bracelet signed Extract from the Archives confirming sale 12 April 2000, Certificate of Origin, setting pin, booklets, folder, box,
packaging
ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

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LOT 199
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD TONNEAU AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-
PHASES
1992 REF 5040J MVT 773632 CASE 2923338
cal. 240 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals, subsidiary
dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap-year indication, fan-form aperture for moon-
phases combined with date sapphire crystal display snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe
buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale 8 Dec 1992, spare solid case back, setting pin, box
length 42 mm
ESTIMATE 25,000 - 35,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a note on Ref. 5040 and an example in platinum, see lot 202.
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LOT 200
PATEK PHILIPPE
AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

CIRCA 2000 REF 3940J MVT 3123985 CASE 4018986
cal. 240/114 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor silvered dial, subsidiary dials
indicating 24 hours combined with day, date combined with moon-phases, and month combined with leap-year indication
concave stepped bezel, sapphire crystal display snap back case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe
buckle box, packaging
diameter 36 mm
ESTIMATE 25,000 - 35,000 USD

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LOT 201
PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE 18K YELLOW GOLD FLARED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH TEN-DAY POWER RESERVE
2001 REF 5100J MVT 3203461 CASE 4111084
cal. 28-20/220 manual wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels silvered dial, applied gold Arabic and dagger
numerals, gold dauphine hands, subsidiary dials indicating ten-day power reserve and constant seconds flared rectangular case,
concave and flared sides, sapphire crystal display back secured with four screws case, dial and movement signed 18k yellow
gold Patek Philippe buckle Certificate of Origin dated 30 Jan 2002, Extract from the Archives confirming sale 7 March 2001,
Attestation, C. O. S. C. certification, commemorative book, plaque
length 46 mm
ESTIMATE 30,000 - 40,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Produced in a limited series of 1,500 examples in yellow gold, 750 examples in pink gold, 450 examples in white
gold, and 300 examples in platinum, Ref. 5100 was launched in 2000 to celebrate the new millenium. Its design
refers to the flared rectangular cases of the firm's legendary Manta Ray and Pagoda models.
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LOT 202
PATEK PHILIPPE
A PLATINUM TONNEAU AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES

1998 REF 5040P MVT 3123978 CASE 2958559
circular cal. 240 automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor black dial, applied Arabic
numerals, subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap-year indication, fan-form
aperture for moon-phases combined with date snap back case, dial and movement signed platinum Patek Philippe deployant
buckle Certificate of Origin, Extract from the Archives confirming sale with black dial on 27 April 1998, box, packaging, setting pin
length 42 mm
ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Ref. 5040 was launched in 1992. An example in yellow gold is illustrated in Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe
Wristwatches, p. 295.
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LOT 203
PROPERTY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE
A FINE AND RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH RED DOT
LEAP-YEAR INDICATION AND MOON-PHASES, RETAILED BY BEYER
1982 REF 3450 MVT 1119604 CASE 2788651
cal. 27-460Q automatic movement stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels silvered dial, applied baton indexes,
painted minute tracking, apertures for day and month, fan-form sector for moon-phases combined with date, aperture for leap year
indication with red dot and Arabic numerals angular lugs, snap back case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker
and retailer 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle Extract from the Archives confirming sale 25 March 1982, original folder,
instruction booklet, box, packaging
diameter 38 mm
ESTIMATE 150,000 - 250,000 USD

CATALOGUE NOTE
Production of reference 3450 began in 1981 and ceased in 1985. In total, only 244 examples were made. Its design
marks an evolution from its predecessor, Ref. 3448. For an example of this model, see lot 184 in this sale.
The aperture for leap year indication on Ref. 3450 is the most apparent difference between the present model and
Ref. 3448. In the first series of the reference, to which the present example belongs, the leap year indicator was
Arabic numerals with a red dot appearing on the leap year. The second series, introduced in the second year of
production, featured Roman numerals for each year, including the leap year.
According to our research, only ten examples of Ref. 3450 have come to the market featuring this highly sought
after red dot leap year indication. Of these, the present example is the only piece to feature a Beyer retailer's
signature on the dial.
Based in Zurich, Beyer Chronometrie boasts one of the strongest relationships with Patek Philippe of any watch
retailer having worked together since 1842. The family-owned watch boutique has sold only the highest grade
pieces for more than 250 years, Patek Philippe being one of the anchors of their business for their high quality
timepieces and innovation. As a mark of their close association, the longest collaboration for both firms, Patek
Philippe produced the first series of the famed Ref. 3940 automatic perpetual calendar watch was made as a
special edition of 25 pieces for Beyer in 1985.
In addition to the leap year indication, it is interesting to note the subtle case design differences between Ref. 3448
and Ref. 3450. The Ref. 3450 case, made by Favre &Perret of La Chaux-de-Fonds, features a thicker bezel than
the 3448, as well as a sapphire crystal. In addition, the Ref. 3450's snap case back is some 2mm smaller than that
of the Ref. 3448.
For an example of this reference, see Huber, M. &Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, pp. 290-291.

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JOHN ROGER ARNOLD, LONDON

A RARE ONE-DAY MARINE CHRONOMETER

ESTIMATE 7,000 - 9,000 USD

PROPERTY FROM THE STEFAN T. EDLIS WATCH COLLECTION

A SILVER-GILT 52 ½ MINUTE KARRUSEL WATCH

ESTIMATE 4,000 - 6,000 USD

A 14K YELLOW GOLD HUNTING CASED MINUTE REPEATING WATCH

ESTIMATE 6,000 - 8,000 USD

A 14K PINK GOLD OPEN-FACED MINUTE-REPEATING WATCH

ESTIMATE 3,000 - 5,000 USD

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

AN 18K YELLOW GOLD OPEN-FACED SPLIT SECOND WATCH WITH REGISTER

ESTIMATE 6,000 - 8,000 USD

AN 18K YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL OPEN-FACED TRIPLE CALENDAR WATCH

ESTIMATE 7,000 - 9,000 USD

ESTIMATE 18,000 - 22,000 USD

PIGUET & MEYLAN

THE ALLEGORY OF SPRING

ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

A PINK GOLD AND PEARL-SET RING WATCH WITH EXPOSED BALANCE

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

MATTHEY & CIE

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

ESTIMATE 7,000 - 9,000 USD

A COLLECTION OF MODERN COMPLICATED WRISTWATCHES FROM AN AMERICAN COLLECTOR

A PALLADIUM TONNEAU AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERS

ESTIMATE 7,000 - 9,000 USD

ESTIMATE 40,000 - 60,000 USD

A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM TOURBILLON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

AN 18K PINK GOLD TOURBILLON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS

ESTIMATE 50,000 - 70,000 USD

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

ESTIMATE 80,000 - 120,000 USD

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

ESTIMATE 70,000 - 90,000 USD

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

AN OVERSIZED PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND POWER RESERVE

ESTIMATE 15,000 - 20,000 USD

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

ESTIMATE 12,000 - 18,000 USD

ESTIMATE 60,000 - 80,000 USD

A LIMITED EDITION PLATINUM CURVED RECTANGULAR SINGLE-BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH

ESTIMATE 10,000 - 15,000 USD

CHRONOGRAPHE SUISSE AND U-BOAT

TWO LARGE AUTOMATIC BLACKENED STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHES

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

AN OVERSIZED LIMITED EDITION FORGED CARBON FIBER AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH

ESTIMATE 20,000 - 30,000 USD

A LIMITED EDITION CERAMIC SKELETONIZED FLYING FIFTHS TOURBILLON SINGLE-BUTTON

ESTIMATE 75,000 - 100,000 USD

ESTIMATE 70,000 - 90,000 USD

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

ESTIMATE 5,000 - 7,000 USD

ESTIMATE 80,000 - 120,000 USD