Lot 157
  • 157

Patek Philippe

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME WRISTWATCH 2000 REF 5110J MVT 3206356 CASE 4099746
  • diameter 37 mm
• cal. 240-188 HU automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 33 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, eccentric 22k gold mini-rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • silvered matte dial with guilloché center, applied yellow gold baton indexes, yellow gold lozenge hands, outer chapter ring calibrated for 24 hours divided into diurnal and nocturnal hours against a silvered and midnight blue background, further outer ring with 40 world cities • 18k yellow gold circular water-resistant-type case, chamfered bezel, crown with protective shoulders, downturned lugs, sapphire crystal display screw back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp

Condition

The movement is running and World Time function moves well, however the piece might require service soon. The dial is clean with no marks. The case shows only minor wear and has almost no scuffs to the back or the bezel and lugs. Overall this is a nice watch in beautiful condition. The strap of this watch contains 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 2000 and sale on January 4th of the following year. Together with booklet within a leather folder, wooden presentation box and outer packaging.

Inspired by the legendary Patek Philippe World Time watches from the 1950s, such as Ref. 2523, the design of Ref. 5110 echoes masterpieces of the past combined with the technology of today.

Introduced in 2000, Ref. 5110 is the result of a revolutionary synchronization principle. This new patented mechanism allows for the single push button to control the adjustment of the 24 hour ring, city ring and current local time. The complexities of this mechanism make reading and operating the World Time wristwatch remarkably easy.

This model was discontinued in 2006.