PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT AMERICAN PRIVATE COLLECTION
BREGUET, CLASSIQUE, CHRONOGRAPH, 18K PINK GOLD, REF. 5287Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 22,500
Estimate
USD 15,000 - USD 25,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
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Lot Essay
A modern take on the classic dress watch chronograph, the Breguet 5287 was introduced in 2013 to replace the 5247 with a larger 43mm case size. Based on the Lemania CH 27, the present lot is peak Breguet as far as style, design, craftsmanship and finish. Featuring the iconic Guilloche style dial as well as exquisite movement finishing found all throughout and visible through the sapphire caseback. The Present lot offers a collector the chance to purchase a marriage between classic ideals and modern design through the display of workmanship on the movement dial and case, modernized by the robust 43mm case size.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The present lot is offered in very good overall condition. The dial is clean with no signs of spotting or aging. The case is in very good overall condition with very light signs of wear mainly at the bezel and sides of the case. The 18k Pink Gold deployant clasp is in very good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the case. The chronograph movement starts stops and resets at the time of cataloguing. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
1. All lots are sold "AS IS", and this condition report is provided purely as a goodwill service and may not specify all mechanical replacements or defects. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in good condition and without defects, repairs or restoration. You are accordingly encouraged to view the lots personally or through your own professional advisor.
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We thank you for your interest in the forthcoming sale. We remind you again that all property is sold “as is” and should be viewed personally by you or by your professional advisor before the sale to assess its condition