Description: ATTENTION BUYERS: If you don't intend to pay for the item you won within 3 days then please don't participate in our auctions. Bidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks please contact me before bidding. WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of measurement error as we always accurately describe item dimensions such as SIZE and BRACELET LENGTH. PLEASE NOTE: pre-owned items will have usage and wear which is considered normal condition and WE DO NOT ACCEPT RETURNS based on claims of condition issues that is within parameter of normal wear (including but not limited to: crystals, case, crown, caseback, bracelet, strap, buttons, screws, dial, hands). We only sell 100% AUTHENTIC items. FOR THIS ITEM WE SHIP ONLY BY FEDEX TO INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE MAKING PURCHASE/BIDS TO SEE IF WE CAN SHIP TO YOUR COUNTRY/TERRITORY.NOTICE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS REGARDING PAYMENT: Please contact us before you participate in our sale or make any offers regarding payment . We require mandatory discussion of payment terms before purchase. ITEM DESCRIPTION: Normal 0 false false false EN-US ZH-CN X-NONE In this listing we are presenting a scarce and wonderful Patek Philippe Relojoaria Gondolo 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch made for the Brazilian market circa 1890-1900s. Usually Patek Philippe ‘Chronometro Gondolo’ pocket watches are the models to represent the Brazilian antique watch scene. This particular specimen was ordered and retailed by the famous Gondolo & Labouriau watchmakers/jewelers in Rio de Janeiro as ‘Relojoaria Gondolo’ models. If ‘Chronometro Gondolo’ was considered the top grade then ‘Relojoaria Gondolo’ was the general grade series for Patek Philippe watches. This by no means says these ‘Relojoaria Gondolo’ watches are average or common, they were still only affordable to the wealthy and elites of society and it carries much of the same quality as the ‘Chronometro Gondolo’ watches with such high grade features as: wolf teeth winding wheels, mustache lever fork, large red ruby jewels, Geneva seals and more. Certainly today we see much less ‘Relojoario Gondolo’ signed pocket watches which make them an interesting part of the Patek Philippe’s history. Condition-wise the watch winds and runs well but we have not timed or had it serviced so we don't offer any guarantee on timekeeping. Most likely it will require full service if the owner wants to use it frequently. Cosmetically the original dial has a faint hairline right above of the 7 o’clock marker. This hairlines is not easily seen since it is quite tiny. The golden hands have a bit of tarnish and oxidation. The 18K solid gold case has some dings and dents to the case, caseback and dustcover. For its age these are quite normal and generally the case is still in good shape with caseback guilloche engine turning still visible. The gilt-finished movement has a bit of discoloration and certain scratches. Glass crystal has a chip at the 9 o’clock position. Overall it is in good condition for its age and it’s still a great watch that can be treasured as a piece of antique heirloom. No box or paper, guaranteed 100% original. Diameter is 51mm, total weight 80 grams. PURCHASE TERMS: PAYMENT We only accept payment made by eBay managed payment. Buyers are welcomed to use all acceptable payment methods under eBay Managed Payment Platform including PayPal, Credit Cards, e-Checks, and more. We will process shipping once funds are received and paid out from our seller managed payment account which usually takes 3-4 business days. SHIPPING For domestic shipping we only use FedEx. Shipping cost listed uses 2 days Express delivery. Overnight shipping will be available upon request. For international sales outside of USA please inquire before making bids or purchase for shipping availability and cost to your country. All items are required to include insurance in which the cost will depend on the ending value of the item. By nature of the transaction we reserve the right to declare full value on customs. Buyer will also be required to provide positive feedback before the item ships. Please contact us before the auction ends so we can estimate international shipping cost. RETURN There is generally NO RETURNS for vintage or antique watches sold. Only exception is that return can be requested if the item significantly deviate from the listing description and must be made within 2 days after receiving item. Any doubts must be addressed before the payment is made. We will not accept returns based on arguments that comes after the payment has been made. In case a return is agreed, buyer must return the item to us first before reimbursement is made. Reimbursement will not include original shipping cost and return shipping must also be paid by the buyer. Request for returns made on the basis of claiming items are NOT AS DESCRIBED will be subjected to a 15% restocking fee and no refund will be given to original shipping cost. Please note that we ALWAYS CLEARLY DESCRIBE our items and if it's our error then we will provide unconditional FULL REFUND. CONTACT Please don't hesitate to ask questions, especially when you are concerned with anything!
Price: 5500 USD
Location: Southern California
End Time: 2024-11-26T02:15:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: 49.99 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant
Movement: Mechanical: Hand Wind
Pocket Watch Size: 51mm
Closure: Open Face
Number of Jewels: 17j
Indices: Arabic Numerals
With Papers: No
Year Manufactured: 1890-1900s
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Patek Philippe
Case Color: Yellow Gold
Department: Men
Caseback: Snap with Dustcover
Type: Pocket Watch
Customized: No
Dial Color: White
Escapement Type: Lever
Model: 18KY Gold Open Face
Style: Rare, Highly Collectible, Luxury
With Original Box/Packaging: No
Features: Wolf Teeth Winding Wheels, Mustache Lever Fork, Gondolo & Labouriau
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Display: Analog