Lot 164
  • 164

Patek Philippe

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE PLATINUM AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH POWER RESERVE AND MOON-PHASESCIRCA 2005 REF 5056P MVT 3289950 CASE 4297296
  • diameter 36 mm
• cal. 315-199 automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 37 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, gold rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • brushed silvered gray dial, applied luminescent Roman numerals, luminescent feuille hands, sweep center seconds, power reserve sector at 12 o'clock, subsidiary dials for day and month, fan-form sector for phases of the moon, aperture for date at 6 o'clock • water-resistant-type case, chamfered stepped bezel, the band set with one diamond weighing 0.02 ct at 6 o'clock, downturned lugs, sapphire crystal display screw back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial is very clean with no visible imperfections. The case shows some scuffing from light to moderate wear. 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 dated October 15th, 2005. Together with informational booklets within a leather folder, wooden setting pin, wooden fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

This model, Ref. 5056, was produced only in platinum, from approximately 1998 until 2006. It is the cousin to Ref. 5036, a similar model that was only made in pink, yellow and white gold.