Lot 315
  • 315

Patek Philippe

Estimate
18,000 - 24,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE YELLOW GOLD TONNEAU-FORM AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE, MOON PHASES AND 24-HOUR INDICATION REF 5040 MVT 774397 CASE 2942240 MADE IN 1993
  • gold
  • dimensions 42.5 mm x 35 mm
• cal. 240 Q automatic movement, stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, mono-metallic Gyromax balance, 22k yellow gold micro-rotor • silvered dial, applied gold Breguet numerals, three subsidiary dials for day with 24-hour indication, moon phases with date, and month with leap year • 18k yellow gold polished case, snap-on back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe folding clasp

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on January 27th 1994, Certificate of Origin, setting tool, service paperwork, booklets and wallet.

The reference 5040 was produced between 1992 and 2007. The present lot is part of the first series only produced until 1998.
To the best of our knowledge, this watch has never been offered at auction before.