PATEK PHILIPPE | A VERY FINE AND RARE PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES, REGISTERS, 24-HOUR AND LEAP-YEAR INDICATIONREF 3970EP-021 MVT 3047556 CASE 4279357 CIRCA 2006

• cal. 27-70 manual winding movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 24 jewels • silvered dial, applied gold baton indexes, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds combined with 24-hour indication, 30-minute register combined with leap year indication and date combined with moon-phases, twin apertures for day and month, outer minute track with 1/5 seconds divisions • platinum case, scooped bezel, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe folding clasp

Movement and function in working order when cataloging. Dial and hands are in very good condition. Case in good condition, with very light hairlines and scuff from wear, especially to bands and case back, the edge of bezel with some little nicks. Overall in good condition.* Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.**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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, an instruction manual, interchangeable solid case back, a setting pin and presentation box.  Consigned by an important private collector, this platinum reference 3970 is in excellent overall condition. The dial is free of any imperfections, the case is exceptional with strong fluted lungs and platinum hallmarks. In addition, the watch retains all original accessories.