Patek Philippe

• cal. 315 S QA damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 35 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, gold rotor • later Patek Philippe black dial, applied luminescent Roman numerals and hands, centre seconds, aperture for date, three subsidiary dials for day, month in English and 24-hour indication • 18k yellow gold case, concave bezel, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the functions are advancing correctly. Dial in good condition. Hallmarks rubbed in the case band but overall the case is in good condition.
"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."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1996 and sale on January 23rd, 1997. The Extract and Certificate both note that the watch originally left the factory with a white dial, the actual Patek Philippe dial is black. Together with a maroon leather wallet and instructions leaflet.

Reference 5035 was the first watch in the world with annual calendar. An instant classic, the model was made from 1996 until 2005. The ref. 5035 is illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, p.323.