Patek Philippe

• cal. 324 automatic lever movement, stamped with the Patek Philippe seal, 34 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 6 positions, Gyromax balance • opaline dial, applied baton indexes, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with 24-hour indication, single aperture for date at 6 and twin aperture for day and month at 12, outer pearled minute track • 18k pink gold polished case, snap-on sapphire crystal back display • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding clasp

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Dial in very good condition. Case with some small scuffs mainly to the back. Clasp with scuffs to the ring around the Calatrava cross. In 2014 the retail price with a leather strap was 42.300 CHF. **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made from 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."

Reference 5396 was launched in 2006 in pink gold and two years

later in white gold. The first edition was released with a sector dial and in 2010 the ‘classic’ face, as seen on this watch, was introduced. The design of the current lot’s dial clearly draws inspiration from Patek Philippe’s  historic reference 3448.