Patek Philippe

• circular cal. 240 Q automatic wind movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, 22k gold micro-rotor • applied pink gold Arabic numerals, two-tone subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24-hour indication, month combined with leap-year indication, fan-form aperture for moon-phases combined with date • sapphire crystal display snap back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle

Reginald H. Fullerton Jr.

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the calendar correctors are functioning properly, however it may require service soon. The dial shows no visible imperfections. The case shows surface scuffs from light or light/moderate wear, however this could be buffed out if desired. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see 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, spare solid case back, setting pin, winding box and outer packaging. Further accompanied by winding box instructions and folder with product literature.

Patek Philippe launched reference 5040 in 1992. According to our research, approximately 450 examples of this model were produced in pink gold. The present lot is only the seventh known from the first series of production.

The first series bear movements numbered 770000 and up. Examples belonging to the second series of the reference have movements numbers starting at 3120000. The two series are also distinguished by the leap year indicator, which is fully sunken and 'crossed' in second series examples, and only sunken in the uncrossed center in first series examples.

For an example of reference 5040, see Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. 2, Second Edition, p. 295.