• cal. 240/164 automatic lever movement stamped with Patek Philippe seal, 29 jewels • blue-grey ribbed dial, luminescent baton indexes and hands, subsidiary dials for date combined with moon-phases and constant seconds, fan-form sector for power reserve indication • stainless steel Nautilus case, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial and movement • with a stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet with folding clasp

Movement running at the time of cataloguing date and moon-phase advancing. Power reserve functioning. The hands and dial in very good condition. The case and bracelet with signs of wear scuffs and scratches to bezel especially between 1 and 2. Bracelet with heavy scuffing. 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 Philippe Certificate of Origin, one bi fold, booklets, additional links, and a presentation box with outer packaging.

The reference 5712 was launched in celebration of the🌠 Nautilus' 30th Anniversary in 2006, replacing the reference 3712, and production continues to this day.  

The timeline of this iconic series is a fascinating one having been originally conceived in a restaurant by Sw🌺iss jewelry designer Gerald Genta in the mid-19ꦍ70s. The timeless nature of its design, reminiscent of a porthole, has nurtured a significant and passionate following over its 40 year history, making these some of the most sought after pieces in the vast inventory of Patek Philippe.

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