Fine Watches
Fine Watches
Patek Philippe
Reference 5059 | A yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with retrograde date, moon phases and leap-year indication | Circa 1999
Lot Closed
May 29, 01:14 PM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 40,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Patek Philippe
Reference 5059
A yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with retrograde date, moon phases and leap-year indication
Circa 1999
Dial: white
Calibre: cal. 315 S QR automatic winding, 31 jewels
Movement number: 1'957'974
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap-on sapphire crystal display back with hinged cover
Case number: 4'066'595
Closure: 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe folding buckle
Dimensions: 36 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives, service correspondence dated July 2023 and travel pouch
Reference 5059 showcases the distinctive "Officer's case" design, notable for its hinged case back and elongated lugs. This design harkens back to World War I, a time when pocket watches were ingeniously transformed into wristwatches by affixing lugs to their sides and securing them with straps. These adapted timepieces, known as "Trench watches," offered enhanced practicality in the midst of combat.
Drawing inspiration from this historical innovation, the reference 5059 not only embraces the Officer's case concept but elevates it to new heights of sophistication. Alongside its timeless design, this model incorporates modern features such as a perpetual calendar and retrograde date display. By seamlessly blending historical charm with contemporary functionality, the reference 5059 exemplifies the art of horological refinement.