• cal. 315/299 automatic nickel lever movement, stamped with the Seal of Geneva, 36 jewels, Gyromax balance, yellow gold rotor • cream white dial, applied yellow gold Arabic numerals and baton indexes, luminescent Feuille hands, center seconds, subsidiary dials for day and month, fan form sector for moon phases, power reserve indication, aperture for date at 6, outer minute track • 18k yellow gold case, screw down sapphire crystal display back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe link bracelet and double folding clasp 

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall very good condition with light surface wear. Some very light wear to the bezel lugs and bands from occasional use. Annual calendar, moon phases and power reserve indication working properly. Dial and movement in excellent condition. Some scuffing to the yellow gold bracelet and clasp.
"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 Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on August 15th, 2006.

Ref. 5146 was🧸 launched in 2005 and continues to be made today.