UNIVERSAL GENEVE, POLEROUTER SUB, REF. 869116/01Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 6,875
Estimate
USD 4,000 - USD 6,000
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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 watch is in good condition with signs of wear throughout, commensurate with its age. There are small nicks throughout and two larger scratches to the case back. The case has been lightly polished. The inside case back has watchmaker’s marks. The bezel is in good condition with few, light signs of wear. The dial and hands are in good condition with signs of age and appear to be original. The lume plots at all of the hour markers are mostly deteriorated. The hands have small scratches throughout and have developed patina. The date changes as the hands pass midnight. 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.