Patek Philippe

• cal. R27 PS QR damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 41 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, 22k gold micro-rotor, minute repeating on steel gongs using two polished hammers • white matte dial, applied Breguet numerals and hands, apertures for leap year indicator, day, month and phases of the moon combined with seconds, retrograde date indicator • platinum tonneau form case, stepped bezel, down-turned lugs, minute repeating slide in the band • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

A truly exceptional timepiece in never worn condition, complete with original strap, box, papers, and setting pin, this mint condition watch will be a valuable addition to the most discerning collector's portfolio of watches.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

With Certificate of Origin dated July 19th, 2004. Together with a setting tool, leather folder, wooden presentation box with its key and outer box.

The Reference 5013 was launched in 1992 and is one of the most complex wristwatches ever made by Patek Philippe with a total of 515 parts. During the early part of the 20th Century, Patek Philippe produced a small number of minute repeating wristwatches but production of the complication ceased in the late 1950s. To celebrate the company's 150th Anniversary in 1989, a minute repeating Patek Philippe wristwatch was once again introduced but, for the first time, featured an automatic calibre. This innovation led to the development of the Reference 5013, combining the extra complications of perpetual calendar, moon-phases and retrograde calendar. The retrograde date hand moves along a 270 degree arc and at midnight of the last day of each month, it flies back to the first of the month. During this precisely controlled fly-back phase, the hand is disconnected from the drive train and is cleverly captured back on the 1st of the month to ensure it does not slip forward by a day.

The case of the Reference 5013 is highly reminiscent of one of Patek Philippe's most important vintage repeating wristwatches, no. 198.212. That watch, also made in a platinum tortue case, was made for Henry Graves Jr. and is illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, p. 315, pl. 470 a-d.