- 303
Patek Philippe
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 CHF
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Description
- A FINE AND RARE LIMITED EDITION 18K PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC CENTRE SECONDS ANNUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND POWER RESERVEREF 5350R-001 ADVANCED RESEARCH-SILINVAR SPIROMAX MVT 3686179 CASE 4375300 CIRCA 2008
- pink gold
- diameter 39 mm thickness 10.5 mm
• cal. 324/267 nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, silicon escape wheel, 36 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, silinvar Spiromax balance spring, 21k gold rotor with zirconium ball-bearings • silver brushed dial with gold Arabic numerals and baton indexes, luminous feuille hands, outer minute and second track, subsidiary dials for day and month, power reserve sector, apertures for date and moon-phases • polished case, sapphire glass and screw-down case back with magnified aperture above the escapement • case, dial and movement signed • with an18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding clasp
Condition
The movement is running and the calendar is advancing correctly at the time of cataloguing. Dial is in good condition. Case is in good condition. Overall this watch does not appear to have been used.
"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."
"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
Ref. 5350R is the successor of the Ref. 5250G (please see lot 304) and is fitted with the technologically advanced patented Spiromax spring in addition to the silicon escape wheel, the purpose of which is to achieve isochronous vibration and therefore a higher rate of accuracy. The watch has been fitted with a specially shaped balance cock to allow the Spiromax and the nearly black silicon escape wheel to be more easily viewed. The 21k gold rotor is fitted with a zirconium ball bearing as is the silicon escape wheel which never needs to be lubricated. The Ref. 5350R was produced in a limited series of 300 pieces only.