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Lot Essay
Eric's Pick This Audemars Piguet reference 4039 features a skeletonized ultra-thin movement with open-worked 14k gold plates visible from the front and back. Audemars Piguet is known for making skeletonized watches and ones with oval-shaped cases are extremely rare. This watch was intended for a man's wrist when it debuted, but today it would be suitable for either a man or a lady.
According to the Archives of Audemars Piguet the present watch was manufactured in 1979 and sold in October 1980 in the United States.
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Condition report
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The case is in good condition with scratches. There is one deep scratch on the side of the case at 7 o'clock. The hands appear to be original and have developed light patina. 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.