Lot 3959
  • 3959

Patek Philippe

Estimate
140,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR SWEEP SECONDS WRISTWATCH 1997 REF 5035G MVT 3057620 CASE 4024253
  • diameter 37 mm
• cal. 315/198 automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 35 jewels, Gyromax balance • black dial, luminescent Roman numerals and hands, three subsidiary dials for day, month and 24-hour indication, aperture for date • 18k white gold case, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

Movement and calendar function are in working order while cataloguing. Dial is nice and clean. Minor surface scratches to the bezel, lugs and band. Clean in general. Buckle with minor surface wear. Overall condition is very good. **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."

Catalogue Note

With an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1997 and sale on December 19th of the same year.  Together with a setting pin and a presentation box and outer packaging.