Lot 264
  • 264

Patek Philippe

Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 CHF
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Description

  • RETAILED BY GÜBELIN: A FINE 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC PERPETUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH MOON-PHASES, 24-HOUR AND LEAP YEAR INDICATION1986 REF 3940J MVT 770342 CASE 2831394
  • yellow gold
  • diameter 36 mm
• cal. 240 Q automatic nickel lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, eccentric 22k yellow gold micro-rotor, 27 jewels •  silvered dial, applied yellow gold baton indexes, pearled minute tracking, 3 subsidiary dials for day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap year and date combined with moon-phases • concave bezel, snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

The movement is running while cataloguing, however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The dial is in very good condition. The case is in very good condition. Overall in very good condition.
"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 Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming sale on February 19th 1987, setting tool, winding case and presentation case.

Reference 3940 was launched in 1985 and remained in production until 2006, among all varaints known of this model, the present one one with the retailer's signature on the dial is highly desirable for collectors.