Patek Philippe

• cal. 324/303 automatic nickel lever movement with the Geneva seal, 34 jewels • two-tone dial, sweep seconds, apertures for date, day and month, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with 24-hour indication • sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding buckle

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The dial shows no visible imperfections. The case shows minimal light scuffing from light wear. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see 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."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin dated August 2nd, 2008. Together with a setting pin, leather folder with product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

Ref 5396's design was inspired by the firm's work in the 1930s. The railway, or sector-style two-tone dial and enlarged Calatrava case are modern interpretations of the Patek Philippe's trademark aesthetic.

Along with the Ref. 5150 and 5125, the Ref. 5396 was among the first modern annual calendar wristwatches to display the day and month in a linear format. Up until this point, annual calendar wristwatches traditionally displayed this information within subsidiary dials and the use of apertures for day and month was reserved for perpetual calendar wristwatches.

In 2010, Patek Philippe replaced the sector dial with traditional gold markers, therefore making this earlier version more sought-after by collectors.