Patek Philippe

• cal. 240 automatic nickel lever movement with seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, mono-metallic balance, 22k micro rotor • cloisonné enamel dial depicting a multicolored parrot on a fruit branch surrounded by pavé set diamonds, round cut ruby indexes • platinum case, screw down sapphire display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a Patek Philippe platinum buckle

Watch is in original plastic factory seal and unsealed factory box. Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Case, dial, and movement is in very good condition. The present lot cannot be shipped outside the United States.
"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."

With a Certificate of Origin, original display box with outer packaging, and leather folder with product literature. Offered in factory plastic sealed sleeve, with tie tag and unsealed factory box. Approximate diamond weight is 1 diamond at 0.02 cts and 227 diamonds at 1.01 cts.

Ref. 5077 was introduced in 2007 and is still in production. Similar to Ref. 5075, the model is reserved for use with decorated enamel dials.

The enamel dial on the present lot is attributed to France Tille.  For a note on this artist, see the previous lot.