Patek Philippe

• cal. 315/136 automatic lever movement, stamped with the seal of Geneva, 31 jewels • white dial, Roman numerals, outer minute track with 1/5 seconds divisions, centre seconds, retrograde date, apertures for day, month, leap year, and moon phases • 18k pink gold Officer case, curved bezel, sapphire crystal display back concealed by hinged cover • case, dial, and movement signed • with 18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding clasp

Movement running at the time of cataloguing and functions advancing. Dial and hands in very good condition. The case with scuffs and light surface scratches consistent with careful wear. The clasp fastening securely. Overall in very good condition. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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 a Patek Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on February 2nd 2000, Certificate of Origin, booklets and presentation case.

Production of 5059 began in 1998 and ended in 2006. Its combination of sweep seconds, perpetual calendar and retrograde date functions, as well as the much-loved Officer-style case, has made this an important model among collectors.

To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time this watch has been presented at auction.