Patek Philippe

Reference 5971 | A platinum and diamond-set perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, 24 hour and leap year indication, Circa 2007

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Estimate

1,600,000 - 2,400,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

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Patek Philippe

Reference 5971

A platinum and diamond-set perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, 24 hour and leap year indication, Circa 2007

Dial: black

Calibre: cal. CH27-70 Q mechanical, 24 jewels

Movement number: 3'048'866

Case: platinum, screw down sapphire crystal display back

Case number: 4'422'885

Closure: black Patek Philippe alligator strap and platinum and baguette-cut diamond-set Henri Stern buckle

Size: 40 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, additional case back, setting pin and presentation box

The lineage of perpetual calendar chronographs at Patek Philippe is considered one of the most significant combinations of complications in horology. Since the debut of the reference 1518 in 1941, this series has become highly collectible, breaking numerous auction records and achieving record prices. The reference 5970, which was Thierry Stern’s inaugural project as President of Patek Philippe, honors its predecessors while featuring a more modern design.

The current reference 5971 represents a luxurious iteration of the 5970, adorned with 36 baguette-cut diamonds set into its 40 mm platinum case. It is powered by the esteemed calibre CH27-70 Q movement, created exclusively for Patek Philippe, which operates the complications displayed on the glossy black dial, including a tachymeter scale. Discontinued in 2011, this reference was the last to utilize the Lemania-based movement before transitioning to a fully in-house movement.

百達翡麗型號5971

鉑金鑲鑽石萬年曆計時腕錶，備月相、24小時及閏年顯示，約2007年製

附帶證書、備用錶背蓋、調校筆及盒子

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."