Patek Philippe

• cal. 240Q automatic nickel lever movement with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor • silvered dial, bullet gold indexes, dauphine hands, three subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indicator, date combined with fan-form aperture for moon-phases, and month combined with leap year indicator • clous de Paris bezel, sapphire crystal display snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

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 require. Movement running at the time of cataloguing however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The dial is like in new condition. Case in good general condition with a chip on the lower left lug, this lug is also slighlty bent. Overall in good condition. The retail price in 2007 was CHF 61.000. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an 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."

This lot, fresh to the market, is a very fine example of the reference 5039 which was produced as a variation on the 3940 design, adding a distinctive clous de Paris, or hobnail, bezel. Patek Philippe introduced this model in 1996 and discontinued production in 2006. 
It is believed around 500 pieces were produced and less than 25 have re-appeared on the market.