PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 5975 A YELLOW GOLD MULTI-SCALE CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH IN SINGLE FACTORY SEAL, MADE TO COMMEMORATE THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF PATEK PHILIPPE IN 2014, CIRCA 2014

Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 28-520 automatic, 29 jewels Movement number: 5'905'027 Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on back engraved '175th Anniversaire 1839-2014' Case number: 6'056'786 Closure: brown Patek Philippe alligator strap and 18k yellow gold folding clasp Size: 40 mm diameter Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Attestation, instruction manual and presentation box

Single factory sealed - unused. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

Patek Philippe celebrated its 175th anniversary with the creation of exclusive commemorative timepieces. Part of a limited production of 400 pieces only, the present reference 5975 multi-scale chronograph wristwatch features three logarithmic scales, including tachymetre for computation of speed, telemeter for distance and finally the pulsometre for heartbeats per minute. Beyond its obvious utility, this type of design has special historical significance since chronographs with such calculating scales were highly prized in the second and third quarters of the 20^th century and proved themselves an invaluable tool during the Second World War. Combining classic traditions with innovative elements, the present watch is complete with accessories, brand new and still in its original factory seal.