- 2176
Patek Philippe
Estimate
280,000 - 360,000 HKD
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Description
- A FINE PLATINUM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES, 24-HOUR AND LEAP YEAR INDICATION1992 REF 3940P MVT 773099 CASE 2905413
- diameter 36 mm
• cal. 240Q automatic movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 27 jewels, Gyromax balance, 22k yellow gold micro-rotor • gilt dial, applied white gold baton indexes, 3 subsidiary dials for day with 24-hour indication, month with leap years and date with moon-phases • platinum case, plastic crystal, snap-on case back • case, dial and movement signed • with platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp
Condition
This wristwatch received a complete service in Patek Philippe Geneva in year 2011 and has been sealed by the service center in the factory plastic bag since the invoicing date 16-March-2011 . **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."
"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 1992 and sale on November 16th, 1992. This model is offered 'service sealed' and a copy of the Patek Philippe service receipt for complete overhaul dated March 16, 2011.
The Patek Philippe ref.3940 made its debut in 1985 as the company's first perpetual calendar wristwatch to use a self-winding micro rotor. Bearing no relation to its considerably larger and thicker predecessor, ref.3450, the 3940 housed the revolutionary cal.240Q movement and expressed the periods trend for elegant slim wristwatches.
The Patek Philippe ref.3940 made its debut in 1985 as the company's first perpetual calendar wristwatch to use a self-winding micro rotor. Bearing no relation to its considerably larger and thicker predecessor, ref.3450, the 3940 housed the revolutionary cal.240Q movement and expressed the periods trend for elegant slim wristwatches.