Patek Philippe, A PLATINUM TONNEAU FORM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATION CIRCA 2005 REF 5040P MVT 3127639 CASE 4255199

cal.240-114Q damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 27 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism, and 5 positions, 22k eccentric micro-rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross •  silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals and hands, two engine-turned subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24 hours, month combined with leap year indicator, aperture for moon-phases combined with date •  platinum tonneau form case, snap back •  case, dial and movement signed •  with a platinum PP folding clasp

Appears in unused condition, in plastic factory seal. Movement number 3127639. Case number 4255199. **The leather strap of this watch is made from 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.

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Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, a setting pin, Instruction Manual and booklets in leather folder. Further accompanied by a presentation box with outer card box.

Patek Philippe launched this model, REF. 5040, in 1992. Examples belonging to the second series of REF. 5040 have movements numbered 3120000 and up. The two series are also distinguished by the leap year indicator, which is fully sunken and 'crossed' in second series examples, and only sunken in the center on first series examples. According to our research, approximately 15 examples in platinum have come to public auction. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time the present lot has been offered at auction.