PATEK PHILIPPE

• cal. 240Q nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, free-sprung Gyromax balance, 27 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and five positions, 22k gold micro-rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • silvered dial, applied gold bullet indexes, gold dauphine hands, pearled outer minute tracking, three subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indicator, date combined with fan-form aperture for moon-phases, and month combined with leap year indicator • 18k gold circular case, stepped concave bezel, sapphire crystal display snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k gold Patek Philippe buckle 

Please note that the bag in which the watch is photographed is the sealed Patek Philippe service bag, not the original factory seal. The movement is running, however it might require service soon. The dial appears very clean with no visible imperfections. The case is very clean and appears to have been expertly polished, most likely while being serviced by Patek Philippe. The 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.

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 Patek Philippe booklets within a leather folder. Together with fitted leather presentation box and outer packaging.  

This model, Ref. 3941, was produced alongside Ref. 3940. The two models are identical in design and function, the only exception being that all examples from Ref. 3941 were fitted with a sapphire crystal display back, whereas Ref. 3940 bears a solid case back. Like Ref. 3940, it was produced in two series, which are distinguished by the leap year indicator. The present example belongs to the first series of production, as indicated by its uncrossed leap year indicator. 

For another variation on Ref. 3940, Ref. 3945, see lot 213.

To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time the present lot has been offered at auction.