Patek Philippe

• cal. 240 Q automatic nickel lever movement stamped with Geneva seal, 27 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, 22k gold mini-rotor • silvered dial, applied baton numerals, outer minute track, three subsidiary dials for day, combined with 24-hour indication, month with leap year indication and moon-phases combined with date, Dauphine hands • 18k white gold case, downturned lugs, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold PP bracelet and double folding clasp

Automatic movement is running, day, date and month advancing and moon-phases appear fully operational while cataloguing. Case, bracelet and folding buckle with minor scuffs but can be polished easily. Small scuffs to upper case but hardly noticeable. Overall appears in excellent condition. Mvt numbered 3127680 and case numbered 4253345.
"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 Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Instruction Manual and booklets in leather folder. Further accompanied by a setting pin, a solid case back and a winding presentation box with outer card box. 

Different from the similar model REF. 3940, REF. 5136 is fitted with bracelet and  screw-down case back. At the same time, REF. 5136 is only available in yellow gold or white gold. It is also interesting to note that the perpetual calendar of this watch will run without adjustment until 28th February, 2100, because the Gregorian calendar does not include 29th February in that year.