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 case is in good condition with light surface scratches. The case appears to be unpolished. The hallmark on the side of the case at 5 o’clock is visible. The dial and hands appear to be original. The dial may have been refinished. The hands and applied hour markers have developed patina. The dial has developed light patina. The dial has some heavier patina around the edge at 1 o’clock. The dial has light scratches around the edge. The subsidiary seconds register located at 6 o’clock has a light ring on the dial around the seconds hand. The Sotheby’s lot sticker is still on the back from when it was offered in the 1988 Jewelry and Watches Sale of “The Andy Warhol Collection”. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch.
The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
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