Patek Philippe, A FINE YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES, AGES OF THE MOON AND POWER RESERVE INDICATION CIRCA 1995 REF 5015J MVT1959182 CASE 2938988

• cal.240-152 PS damascened nickel lever movement with the Geneva seal, 29 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, eccentric 22k gold mini-rotor, sapphire crystal display cuvette • white matte dial, Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds, sector for power reserve indication, further dial with aperture for ages and phases of the moon • 18k gold Office-style case with beaded bezel, screw-set lugs, hinged case back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k gold PP buckle

Automatic movement running, subsidiary seconds running and moon-phases is advancing while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case and buckle with superficial scratches from normal wear but this is common and can be polished. Buckle, Lugs, and edge of the case back are slightly tarnished but can be cleaned. Overal appears in very good condition. **The leather 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.

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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 Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1994 with porcelain-white dial and 9 black Arabic numerals, exterior railway track minute scale and its sale on May 5th, 1994.

The REF. 5015 is the only Patek Philippe reference that features the ages of the moon.

Production of REF. 5015 commenced in 1994 and ceased in 1999. An example of REF. 5015 is illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A, Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, p.235