Patek Philippe

• cal. 12'''20 manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, metal dust cap • pink two tone dial, applied Arabic and baton indexes, Feuille hands, subsidiary seconds, black painted outer minute divisions • 18k pink gold case, screw down case back • case, dial, and movement signed 

CASE Case is very attractive and remains in good condition. The bezel and lugs are robust and retain their original shape. Fading to the upper lug band hallmark. Hallmark to the left side band is clear and well delineated. screw down case back is very well preserved with a few superficial surface lines. Perimeter with some small nicks. DIAL Dial nicely aged with some light spots near the indexes under close observation. Some surface marks, wear, and debris. Very light signs of oxidation. Outer perimeter closest to the case with some oxidation and wear, especially from 1 to 3. MOVEMENT Movement with some signs of wear. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
"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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirm the year of manufacture in 1948 and sale on June 9, 1948 with raised gold hour-markers. The present watch, cased in pink gold, is remarkably well preserved with sleek and well proportioned case and lugs. The case band retains a strong hallmark further attesting to its fine condition. Indeed, the ref. 565 was rarely made in pink gold or stainless steel, and additionally with a pink dial, making the present lot a desirable collector's piece. 

Production of reference 565 began in 1938. As a result of its large size and water-resistant type case, it was dubbed the "Grande Calatrava Etanche" in opposition to the reference 438. The cases of the 565 were made by Taubert, a company specialized in waterproof cases since the end of the previous century. The dials were made by the renowned Stern Frères.