Lot 2212
  • 2212

PATEK PHILIPPE

Estimate
120,000 - 160,000 HKD
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Description

  • A GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES CIRCA 1986 REF 3940J MVT 770587
  • diameter 36 mm
• cal. 240Q automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, eccentric 22k yellow gold micro-rotor • silvered dial, applied yellow gold baton numerals, pearled minute tracking, 3 subsidiary dials for day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap year and date combined with moon-phases • concave bezel, associated snap-on sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold PP buckle

Condition

Automatic movement running while cataloguing, all functions (day of the week, moon-phases, date, month, leap year) all advancing while cataloguing. Push buttons for adjusting day of the week and moon-phases slightly sticky and would benefit from servicing. Dial looks nice and clean. Case and buckle with scuffs and minor pin-head dents from normal wear, and has been gently re-polished, however it still retains hallmarks on left case band and on lower left lug. **PLEASE NOTE the sapphire crystal case back of this watch is associated and not factory-made and thus there is no case number. Movement numbered 770587. **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."