Patek Philippe

• cal. 315-199, nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, free-sprung Gyromax balance, 37 jewels, gold rotor engraved with the Calatrava cross • brushed silvered gray dial, applied luminescent Roman numerals, luminescent feuille hands, sweep center seconds, power reserve sector at 12 o'clock, subsidiary dials for day and month, fan-form sector for phases of the moon, aperture for date at 6 o'clock • water-resistant-type case, chamfered stepped bezel, the band set with one diamond weighing 0.02 ct at 6 o'clock, downturned lugs, sapphire crystal display screw back • case, dial and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial is very clean with no visible imperfections. The case has some light scuffs throughout with a slight ding to the band at 9 o'clock. The Certificate of Origin is from James Free Company of Dayton, Ohio. The watch is further accompanied by the original tie tag. The 2006 retail price for this model was 43,200CHF. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to Important Notices for further information.
"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."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin dated November 22, 2002 as well as an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 2002 and its subsequent sale on July 26th of that year. Together with Patek Philippe booklets within a leather folder, suede pouch, wooden setting pin, wooden fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

This model, Ref. 5056, was produced only in platinum, from approximately 1998 until 2006. It is the cousin to Ref. 5036, a similar model that was only made in pink, yellow and white gold. According to our research, approximately 25 examples of this model have appeared at auction. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time the present lot has been offered at auction.