Lot 249
  • 249

Patek Philippe

Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description

  • A FINE 18K WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC ANNUAL CALENDAR WRISTWATCH WITH CENTER SECONDS, DATE, MOON PHASES AND BRACELET1999 REF 5036 MVT 3143543 CASE 4068458
  • WHITE GOLD
  • diameter 34 mm
• Cal. 315-199 automatic nickel lever movement, stamped with the seal of Geneva, 22k yellow micro-rotor, 37 jewels • silvered dial with applied white gold Roman numerals, center seconds, aperture for date, subsidiary dials for day, month, and moon phases with fan-form power reserve indicator • concave bezel, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

Running at the time of cataloguing, however may require service in the near future. The case and bracelet show scuffs and scratches throughout from moderate to significant wear, with noticeable dings to the bezel between 5 and 6 o'clock. This could be partially but not fully rectified by having the watch polished. Bracelet circumference 190 mm.
"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 an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on 23 September 1999.

Production of Ref. 5036 commenced in 1997 and ceased in 2006. It was the first annual calendar wristwatch to be produced with moon-phases.