Patek Philippe

• cal. 324 automatic nickel lever movment stamped with the seal of Geneva, 29 jewels, Gyromax balance • silvered dial, applied black Breguet numerals, center seconds, aperture for date • 18k white gold case with hinged plain engraved cover, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Phiippe buckle

The watch is in perfect and unworn condition, still preserved in its double sealed packaging. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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 Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, booklets, presentation case and outer packaging.

The reference 5153G was produced in a limited edition of 80 pieces which were especially created for the Patek Philippe London Grand Exhibition. These exclusive pieces were only available at the London Patek Philippe boutique for long-established clients.  This special edition is characterized by its attractive silvered dial with applied black Breguet numerals as opposed to the normal dagger indexes and sunburst guilloché centre to the dial. This special dial is a modern interpretation of the traditional pieces from the beginning of the 20th century, perfectly complimenting the classic officer-style case. 

It is the first time that an example of this limited edition appears on the auction market.

The present lot is in immaculate, unworn condition and still preserved in its double sealed factory packaging.

To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time this watch has been presented at auction.