Patek Philippe

• cal.27-70 Q manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 24 jewels, Gyromax balance • black dial with applied white gold and emerald-set indexes, outer ring calibrated for tachometer, apertures for day and month, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds with 24-hour indication, 30-minute register with leap-year indication and date with moon-phases • platinum circular case, chronograph buttons to the band, bezel set with 42 baguette-cut emeralds total weighing approximately 5.1 carats, screw-down sapphire crystal display back, diamond set between the lower shoulders • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle set with 6 shaped emeralds

In visually excellent, possibly unworn condition. The movement is running when cataloguing and the chronograph functions correctly, the calendar advances at midnight. All of the calendar adjusters function correctly at the time of cataloging. In overall excellent condition. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The 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.

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 a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, instruction manual, setting pin, an interchangeable platinum case back and a presentation box.

As one of the most sought-after model of Patek Philippe’s, the reference 5971 is a true work of art embodying haute joaillerie and haute horlogerie.  Carrying the Nouvelle Lemania movement, caliber CH 27-70Q, a movement widely regarded as the most beautiful classic column wheel chronograph mechanism in existence and is manufactured exclusively for Patek Philippe incorporating a chronograph with perpetual calendar including leap-year display, date and moon-phases.

Released at the Basel Fair in 2010, the coloured gem variation of this popular reference was apparently created at the request of Philippe Stern to celebrate the end of production for the 5971 reference. Released in a limited series of 5 examples with baguette-cut sapphire set bezel and dial indexes, 5 with ruby bezel and dial indexes and 10 pieces with an emerald set bezel and dial indexes, this was the first time the company had released a limited series of gem stones on one of their high-complication wristwatches.