- 1059
Patek Philippe
Estimate
470,000 - 550,000 HKD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- A FINE PLATINUM AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE DATE, MOON-PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATION CIRCA 2000 REF 5059P MVT 1958690 CASE 4128255
- DIAMETER 36 MM
• cal. 315S QR automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 31 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, gold rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • white matte dial, Roman numerals, apertures for day, month, leap year indicator, retrograde date, aperture for moon-phases • platinum Officer-style hinged case with screw-set lugs, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum PP folding buckle
Condition
Automatic movement is running, date advancing and other functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case and buckle with very light signs of wear. Case back retains the Patek Philippe service sticker. Overall appears in excellent condition. Mvt numbered 1958690 and case numbered 4128255. ** The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a setting pin, Instruction Manual, booklets in leather folder and a winding presentation box with outer card box. Further accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1999 with white dial and 10 roman numerals. Its subsequent sale on August 27th, 2001.
Production of this model, REF. 5059, began in 1998 and was discontinued in 2006. Its combination of perpetual calendar and retrodgrade date functions, as well as the Officer-style case, has made this an increasingly popular model among collectors. According to our research, approximately 200 examples were produced in platinum.