Lot 5
  • 5

Patek Philippe

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch with Center Seconds and DateRef 5065A Mvt 3010641 Case 4047392 Aquanaut Made in 1999
  • steel and rubber strap
  • diameter 37 mm, thickness 8 mm, bracelet circumference 160 mm
• cal. 315 automatic nickel lever movement, stamped with the seal of Geneva, 30 jewels gyromax balance, 22k gold micro-rotor • black textured dial, Arabic numerals, center seconds, aperture for date • stainless steel Aquanaut case, screw down sapphire crystal case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with a rubber Patek Philippe tropical strap with twin folding clasp

Condition

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 and dial in good condition, however may require service in the future.
"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 the Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 24 February 1999. Together with a original box.

Production for Ref. 5065 began in 1997. It is easily identified by its 'tropical' rubberized strap and matching dial. It was discontinued in 2006.