PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 5035G-025 WHITE GOLD ANNUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH MADE IN 2000

Dial: grey Calibre: cal. 315 S QA automatic, 35 jewels  Movement number: 3’131’547  Case: 18ct white gold, screw-down sapphire crystal display back  Case number: 4’096’386 Closure: brown Patek Philippe alligator strap with Patek Philippe 18ct white gold folding clasp  Dimensions: 37mm diameter  Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on May 26, 2000, setting pin and presentation case with outer packaging

DIAL: in very good condition, hands in very good condition CASE: in very good condition, with very light surface scratches throughout. Gold hallmarks appear visible MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing, annual calendar complication working The watch was serviced by Patek Philippe in July 2019 with a 24 months warranty. Please note that the movement has not been tested for 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. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
"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."

The reference 5035 was the world first annual calendar wristwatch produced by any company. Thanks to its comfortable 37mm diameter and automatic calibre 315, the watch instantly gained a well-deserved extensive popularity. The reference was available in different case metals and dial colour combinations. The present lot, offered with its original Patek Philippe certificate and presentation case, has an unusual and most attractive white gold case and slate grey dial.