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Reference 5078 A platinum minute repeating wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2011 | 百達翡麗 | 型號5078 | 鉑金三問腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，約2011年製
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April 7, 07:19 AM GMT
Estimate
1,600,000 - 2,400,000 HKD
Lot Details
Description
Property from an Important International Collector
Patek Philippe
Reference 5078
A platinum minute repeating wristwatch with enamel dial, Circa 2011
百達翡麗
型號5078
鉑金三問腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，約2011年製
Dial: enamel
Calibre: cal. R27 PS automatic, 39 jewels
Movement number: 5'000'350
Case: platinum, snap on sapphire crystal display back
Case number: 4'545'629
Closure: black Patek Philippe alligator strap and platinum folding clasp
Size: 38 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, additional case back, product literature, instruction manual, photograph, leather portfolio and presentation box
附帶證書、備用錶背蓋、腕錶文獻、說明書、照片、皮製檔案夾及盒子
Introduced in 2008, the reference 5078 is one of the watches that redefines the word elegance. Its case is reminiscent of classic vintage Patek Philippe timepieces, characterized by its concave shape and elongated lugs. The dial is meticulously crafted in enamel, hinted by the text "Email" at the bottom of the dial. It houses the automatic calibre R 27 PS, comprising 342 meticulously crafted components. The meticulous movement is fully exposed through the sapphire crystal display back, every detail from the guilloché pattern on the micro rotor to the precise activation of the hammers, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of Patek Philippe.
The sensational experience does not end here however. By activating the minute repeater through the slide on the band, the watch chimes with a harmonious melody, reporting time in an enchanting manner. Patek Philippe is renowned in the industry for producing the finest minute repeaters on the market, and the reference 5078 is an exemplifier of their expertise. It is an undoubtable timepiece that deserves a place in the collection of the most discerning watch enthusiast.