PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 5971 A PLATINUM AND DIAMOND-SET PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES, 24 HOURS, LEAP YEAR INDICATION AND RARE WHITE SILVERED DIAL, MADE IN 2009

Dial: white silveredCalibre: cal. 27-70 Q mechanical, 24 jewelsMovement number: 3'931'397Case: platinum, screw down sapphire crystal display backCase number: 4'493'095Closure: black Patek Philippe alligator strap and platinum and diamond-set Henri Stern buckleSize: 40 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the present watch with white dial, 1 baguette-cut and 6 white gold chaton-set diamond hour-markers, tachometer scale in 2009 and its subsequent sale on 26 August 2009

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The perpetual calendar and chronograph functions are working properly. All diamonds are intact. The dial is in excellent overall condition. The watch with extremely minor signs of polishing. Otherwise the watch is in excellent overall condition. The buckle is in excellent overall condition with very crisp hallmarks to the back of lugs. This is the only known example of a 5971 with a white dial. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

Launched in 2007, reference 5971 is a true work of art embodying haute joaillerie and haute horlogerie. The watch is crafted with platinum and embellished with 36 Top Wesselton baguette-cut diamonds weighing approximately 4 carats. The reference 5971, discontinued today, was replaced by the reference 5271. Powered by caliber CH 27-70Q, the watch features the most popular complications including perpetual calendar, chronograph and moon phases. What renders this current example even rarer is that the watch is fitted with a white silvered dial and not the standard black. We are only hypothesis that Patek Philippe mounted this watch upon special request by the original owner.