Patek Philippe, A FINE PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS RETROGRADE PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES CIRCA 2006 REF 5059R MVT 1958663 CASE 4117049

cal.315SQR damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 31 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, gold rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • white matt dial, Roman numerals, apertures for day, month, leap year indicator and moon-phases, retrograde date •  18k pink gold Officer-style hinged case with screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed •  with an 18k pink gold PP folding buckle

Automatic movement running while cataloguing, perpetual calendar and retrograde functions appear to advance properly while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case hinge opens smoothly and firmly. Inside of case back retains crisp hallmarks, numbered 4117049. Case and buckle with no signficant signs of use, overall appears in unused condition. Movement numbered 1958663. **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information.**
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

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Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Instruction Manual and booklets in leather folder. Further accompanied by a presentation box with outer card box and a setting pin.

REF. 5059 was launched in 1998 and produced until 2006. According to our research, it is believed that around 150-200 pieces were made in pink gold. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time this piece has appeared at auction.