Patek Philippe

• cal. 9-90 tonneau form nickel lever movement, stamped twice with the seal of Geneva, 18 jewels, mono-metallic balance • silvered dial, applied white gold Roman numerals and baton indexes, black steel Losangé hands, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track • platinum rectangular case, stepped sides, diamond accent between the lugs at 6, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with a platinum Patek Philippe buckle

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. Please note that the present lot is being offered in its original factory seal. Because the strap must be removed in order for the watch to be shipped out of the United States, the factory seal will need to be broken. Buyers should be aware that breaking the seal may cause the lot to decrease in value.
"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."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture of this commemorative edition for the re-opening of the Patek Philippe Salons in Geneva in 2006 and date of sale on February 1st, 2007. 

The reference 5105 was introduced in 2006 in celebration of the Patek Philippe Salon in Geneva. The watch contains a movement which was produced in 1959 and discovered when the watchmaker division of the company moved. The caliber 9-90 was also originally used in the reference 492 from which the present lot was modeled.