Patek Philippe

• cal.27-70 Q manual winding nickel lever movement stamped with Geneva seal, 24 jewels, Gyromax balance • opaline dial, applied yellow gold baton indexes, outer ring calibrated for tachometer, apertures for day and month, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds with 24-hour indication, 30-minute register with leap-year indication and date with moon-phases • 18k yellow gold circular case, chronograph buttons to the band, screw-down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe folding buckle

Manual winding movement and perpetual calender functions are in working order when cataloguing. Dial is nice and clean, in excellent condition. Case with only light surface hairlines and very slight signs of oxidization. Buckle with no visible signs of use. Strong hallmarks. Overall condition is excellent. The present watch comes with instruction manual and presentation box. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. **The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information** ** Please note that the plastic bag will have to be cut open and the crocodile strap will have to be removed if ship out of Hong Kong **
"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."

With a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, an interchangeable solid case back and setting pin.