Patek Philippe

• cal. 315 S-QR automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels, gold rotor, sapphire crystal display cover • white matte dial, painted Roman numerals, feuille hands, fan-form aperture for moon-phases, apertures for day, leap year indication, and month, retrograde date sector • Officer-style hinged case, screw-set lugs • case, dial and movement signed • 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle 

Reginald H. Fullerton, Jr.

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and all calendar correctors advancing properly, however it may require service soon. The dial is clean with no visible imperfections. The case shows only some light surface scuffs from some light wear and a very small ding to the edge of the bezel near 8 o'clock. 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 and additional Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold folding buckle. Together with a winding presentation box, outer packaging, tie tag, leather folder containing Ref. 5059 instruction booklet, full moon brochure giving dates for the full moon from 2005- 2022 and miscellaneous production information.

Production of Ref. 5059 began in 1998 and was discontinued in 2006. Its combination of perpetual calendar and retrograde date functions, as well as the much-loved Officer-style case, has made this an iconic model among collectors.

Mr. Fullerton added this piece to his collection in 2007 and it is likely the last Patek Philippe watch that he purchased.