Patek Philippe

• cal. R27 PS nickel lever movement stamped with the PP seal, 39 jewels, Gyromax balance, engine-turned 22k gold micro-rotor, repeating on two polished steel hammers onto two gongs • black lacquer dial, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds • platinum case, downturned lugs, repeating slide to the band, snap on sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle 

Movement running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chiming in phase. Dial in excellent condition. Case in excellent condition. Please note the present lot is accompanied by the second solid case back. 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.
"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."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin confirming sale in 2010, instructions, booklets, two leather folders, presentation case and outer packaging. Further with the second case back.

The Patek Philippe reference 5078 was first released in 2005 and is a paragon of understatement. The minute repeating slide is discreetly hidden in the case flank revealing the talent of the complication only to true connoisseurs. Within the watch beats caliber R 27 PS, composed of 342 parts, the meticulously engineered and highly complex movement able to be admired through the sapphire crystal display back. The watch was first released with a platinum case and white enamel dial with black Roman numerals. The present lot features a black lacquered dial, added to the reference in 2010. According to our research, the 5078 has only been produced in approximately 100 examples.