Lot 217
  • 217

PATEK PHILIPPE

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR BRACELET WATCH WITH MOON-PHASES AND POWER RESERVE2002 REF 5085/1A NEPTUNE MVT 3166368 CASE 4160573
  • diameter 37mm., overall length 175mm.
• cal. 240/164 nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, free-sprung Gyromax balance, 29 jewels, 22k gold rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • black dial, radial Arabic numerals, outer luminescent indexes, eccentric subsidiary seconds, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with date, sector for power reserve • circular case, chamfered bezel, screw-down crown with protective shoulders, screw-down sapphire crystal display back integrated stainless steel Neptune bracelet with double deployant clasp • case, dial, movement and bracelet signed

Condition

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial is very clean with no visible imperfections. The case shows only light shop wear. The watch is further accompanied by the original tie-tag. The Certificate of Origin is undated and from James Free Company. The last retail price for this model in 2005 was 22,200CHF.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and Extract from the Archives confirming production in 2002 and sale on February 7th of that year. Together with two additional links, setting pin, Patek Philippe booklets within a leather folder, suede pouch, and a fitted presentation box with outer packaging.

For a note on Ref. 5085, see lot 194.

To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time the present example has been offered at auction.