Lot 2040
  • 2040

Patek Philippe

Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description

  • A FINE LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD FLARED CURVED RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH REF 5500R MVT 1858172 CASE 4014250 PAGODA MADE IN 1997
  • dimensions 26.5 x 41 mm (including lugs)
• cal. 215 manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, mono-metallic balance • opaline-white dial, applied gold Roman numerals, rectangular subsidiary seconds, outer minute track • 18k pink gold flared rectangular case, curved snap-on case back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement in working order when cataloging. Dial is very nice and clean, in very good condition. Case with only a few very light surface scratches to the case band. Overall in very good 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. **Please note that the present lot does not come with original strap.**
"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

With a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives.

The modern Pagoda watches, Ref. 4900 for ladies and Ref. 5500 for gentlemen, were inspired by the 1950s Ref. 2441, also known as the 'Eiffel Tower'. The Ref. 5500 were created in 1997 in limited series and were produced in 1100 examples in yellow gold, 500 examples in pink gold, 250 examples in white gold, and 150 in platinum.