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Property from an Important Private Collection
169 . Patek Philippe
A fine and very rare platinum perpetual calendar split seconds chronograph wristwatch with special blue tachymetre dial , Breguet numeral at 12 o ’ clock , moon phases , 24 hours , leap year indicator , original certificate , additional case back and fitted presentation box , formerly in the collection of Sir Eric Clapton
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Manufacturer Patek Philippe Year Circa 2009
Reference No . 5004 Movement No . 3 ’ 275 ’ 321 Case No . 4 ’ 458 ’ 990 Material Platinum Calibre Mechanical , CHR 27-70Q , 28 jewels
Bracelet / Strap Black Patek Philippe crocodile leather strap
Clasp / Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe folding deployant clasp Dimensions 36.5 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Consigned by a very important collector , the present reference 5004 wristwatch is one of the most charismatic example to have come to auction . The present watch is fitted with a one of a kind special dial displaying the perfect combination of mechanical complexity and dial design . The shade of blue is perfectly matching its case metal and the Breguet numeral at 12 o ’ clock finishes it beautifully . The present watch is in extremely well preserved condition and has only been worn a handful of time .
Estimate HKD 2,800,000-4,400,000 USD 350,000-550,000
Accessories With Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated 3 March 2009 , additional case back , setting pin , product literature , instruction manual , portfolio photograph of the present watch , leather portfolio , slip case , fitted presentation box and outer packaging .
The manufacture of reference 5004 began in 1995 and is today discontinued . The 5004 embodies Patek Philippe ’ s design legacy and the present watch is one of the most important 5004 to have appeared at auction in recent years .