Patek Philippe

• cal. R TO 27-PS-QR, nickel lever movement stamped with PP seal, 28 jewels, one-minute tourbillon carriage with Gyromax balance, minute repeating on two gongs • black lacquer dial, applied baton indexes, apertures for day, leap year indication and month in English, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with subsidiary seconds, retrograde sector for date • circular platinum case,  smooth bezel, minute repeat slide to the band, snap on back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

The present lot is factory sealed and has not been tested for accuracy or duration of the power reserve. The movement runs. In like-new condition, double sealed in a factory box and plastic wrap. 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. Please note that the watch is in platinum. Please note that the present lot is being offered in its original factory seal. Because the strap must be removed in order for the watch to be shipped out of the United States, the factory seal will need to be broken. Buyers should be aware that breaking the seal may cause the lot to decrease in value.
"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 2013, instructions, booklets, two leather folders, Bulletin de Precision de Marche, presentation case and outer packaging.

After 18 successful years, the legendary reference 5016 Grand Complication with minute repeater, tourbillon, perpetual calendar, retrograde date, and moon phases evolved into the reference 5216. This timepiece brings the minute repeater to a further level of sophistication by launching the legendary caliber R TO 27 PS QR LU movement with the five most popular complications in a larger case that encloses a more voluminous resonant cavity to enhance the sonority of the chimes.

With over 170 years of history, Patek Philippe has managed to make its name a synonym of the highest quality complications with minute repeating function.  The production of wristwatches with minute repeaters is still delivered by the most skilled watchmakers and the movements are regarded as some of the most complex of watch mechanisms. It can easily take up to 200 to 300 hours to assemble, after which the watch must be perfectly tuned to the superlative standard of sound for which Patek Philippe is famous. 

This new Grand Complication follows in the footsteps of the famous 5016 that was launched in 1993 and has been widely popular among aficionados. The reference 5216 ranks number 4 in most complicated Patek Philippe wristwatches in current production, behind the Sky Moon Tourbillon 6002, the Triple Complication 5208, and the 5207 (see lot 207).

The present Patek Philippe reference 5216 is being offered in its original sealed box.