- 2071
Patek Philippe
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description
- A FINE AND RARE LIMITED EDITION PINK GOLD AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH SILICON ESCAPE WHEEL, SILINVAR SPIROMAX BALANCE SPRING AND MOON-PHASES 2007 REF 5350 MVT 3686186 CASE 4375217
- diameter 39 mm
• cal. 324 /267 automatic damascened nickel lever movement stamped with the Geneva seal, 36 jewels, free-sprung Gyromax balance, adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and 5 positions, Silinvar Spiromax balance spring, silicon escape wheel, 21k gold rotor with zirconium ball-bearings • satin finished grey dial, applied Arabic and baton numerals, centre seconds, subsidiary dials for day and month, power reserve sector, apertures for date and moon-phases • 18k pink gold circular case, screw-down sapphire crystal display back signed Patek Philippe Advanced Research • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding buckle
Condition
Movement is in working order while cataloguing. Dial is nice and clean. Functions are working. Tiny surface scuffs to the bezel and lugs, clean in general. Crisp hallmarks, no signs of any polishing. Buckle with no signs of wear. Overall condition is very good. This watch appears to be unworn.
**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."
"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
With a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Instruction Manual and presentation box with outer packaging.
Patek Philippe's Advanced Research team strives to improve the isochronism of mechanical watches employing cutting-edge materials in their pioneering annual calendar in-house movements. The first wristwatch to receive the ‘Advance Research’ title was the 2005 Ref. 5250, available as a limited edition of 100 examples in white gold the model featured a Silinvar escape wheel. In 2006 Patek Philippe released the second generation, reference 5350 in an edition of 300 all in pink gold, fitted with a Silinvar escape wheel and Spiromax balance spring. The Ref. 5450 released in 2008 in platinum was the final edition of the series and included both previous advances combined with a Silinvar lever, which transfers energy from the escape wheel to the balance wheel, resulting in the highly effective Pulsomax escapement.
Patek Philippe's Advanced Research team strives to improve the isochronism of mechanical watches employing cutting-edge materials in their pioneering annual calendar in-house movements. The first wristwatch to receive the ‘Advance Research’ title was the 2005 Ref. 5250, available as a limited edition of 100 examples in white gold the model featured a Silinvar escape wheel. In 2006 Patek Philippe released the second generation, reference 5350 in an edition of 300 all in pink gold, fitted with a Silinvar escape wheel and Spiromax balance spring. The Ref. 5450 released in 2008 in platinum was the final edition of the series and included both previous advances combined with a Silinvar lever, which transfers energy from the escape wheel to the balance wheel, resulting in the highly effective Pulsomax escapement.
Originally known for its application to information technology, Silinvar is a semiconductor that is significantly lighter than the traditional steel, transmits energy more efficiently and can be shaped more accurately, making it an ideal material for use in watchmaking.
So that the wearer can admire the complex and cutting-edge Silinvar elements of the movement, all three limited edition technological wonders feature a magnified aperture to the sapphire crystal display back. To this end, the bridge work and wheel train were also altered slightly for increased visibility.