Patek Philippe

• cal. R27 Q automatic damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 39 jewels, Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, eccentric 22k yellow gold engine-turned micro-rotor, minute repeating on two coiled gongs with 2 polished steel hammers, revolving governor under pierced Calatrava cross • black matte dial with applied yellow gold Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap year indicator and date combined with aperture for moon-phases, outer minute track with Arabic numerals, gold feuille hands • oversized 18k yellow gold case with stepped bezel and down-turned lugs, repeating slide in the band, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

Rare and collectible watch. Automatic movement running and calendar is advancing while cataloguing. Minute repeating sound is very rich in tone ( "Cathedral" gongs ) and well-paced. Dial is clean and looks great. Case with very light minor scuffs, but this can easily be polished. Buckle with minor scuffs from light wear. Overall the watch appears in unused condition. REF 5074J. Movement 1906127. Case 4188332
"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."

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Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 2002 and sale on July 22nd, the same year. Together with an automatic winding presentation case, setting pin and a spare 18k yellow gold case back.

The present lot is distinguished by a chime of exceptional sound quality. To further enhance the acoustic properties of minute repeating wristwatches, Patek Philippe created the "Cathedral" gongs for the Ref. 5074, which are longer and encircle the movement almost twice, instead of just once. They are also twice as long as ordinary gongs, and therefore have superior vibration properties as well as enhanced acoustics to produce sound of crystal clear quality. Different from the pervious minute repeating perpetual calendar wristwatch model by Patek Philippe - Ref. 3974, the diameter of the current reference is actually slightly enlarged, and the reward is that "Cathedral" gongs produce an exceptional tone. Due to the complexity of its movement, production for the Ref. 5074 is limited to a very small quantity per year. With 467 parts, it is one of the most complicated wristwatches ever made by Patek Philippe. The two complications which Patek Philippe masters with exceptional technical prowess today - the perpetual calendar and minute repeating mechanism - are combined in this watch. It is also interesting to note that the perpetual calendar of this watch will run without adjustment until 28th February 2100, as the Gregorian calendar does not include 29th February in that year.