Patek Philippe

• cal. 324 S QR automatic nickel lever movement stamped with Patek Philippe seal, 30 jewels, Gyromax balance • opaline-white dial, hand-engraved center, Roman numerals, apertures for day, month, leap year and moon-phases, retrograde date • finely hand engraved 18k yellow gold case, sapphire crystal display back, hinged and engraved dust cover • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold engraved Patek Philippe folding clasp

The watch is preserved in Patek Philippe original factory seal, in unworn, excellent condition. *Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**. *** Please note that the plastic bag will have to be removed if shipping out of Hong Kong.
"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 Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, setting pin, an instruction manual, a winding box and presentation box.

Patek Philippe introduced  the novelty Ref 5160 in 2010 first in yellow gold then white gold and lastly pink gold in 2013. This model is based on Ref 5159 perpetual calendar with retrograde wristwatch but with a case entirely engraved by hand, including the lugs, bezel and hinged back, and a discreetly decorated hand-guillochéd center to its dial, making it a magnificent example of both the engraver and guillocheur’s arts.

To those who are more familiar with the classic simplicity shown in most Patek Philippe examples, this reference seems to exemplify a rather elaborated design in comparison. Nevertheless, it is actually inspired by a grand complication watch affectionately known by enthusiasts of the brand and horological history as “the Packard”. This remarkable timepiece was custom designed for the American industrialist James Ward Packard and was hailed the most complicated timepiece in the world at the time of its completion in 1927. This highly complicated pocket watch was offered with the floral engraving on its 18-karat gold case and the granulation on its bow.  Ref 5160 is undoubtedly a testimony of Patek Philippe’s love of fine handcrafted arts and the perpetuation of them in highly aesthetic ways.