• cal. 240Q automatic movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, Gyromax balance, 22k yellow gold micro rotor, 27 jewels • silvered dial, applied gold baton indexes, 3 subsidiary dials for day with 24 hour indication, month with leap years and date with moon phases • 18k white gold case, concave bezel, snap-on sapphire crystal display case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k white gold Patek Philippe buckle

CASE Case in overall fair condition with wear and surface scuffs from use consistent with age. Top right lug with notable wear and marks. Spotting to the rhodium finishing over the entire case. Hallmarks remain crisp with no signs of polish. Scratches to the back of the lugs. DIAL Dial in very good condition. Patina to the 24 hour dial. Spots to the top right of the center arbor. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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. All functions work correctly. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.*** Please note the inner lining of the presentation box is beginning to crack and peel from age.
"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 Extract from the Archives confirm the year of manufacture in 1997 and sale on March 24, 1998. Together with presentation box, outer packaging and pin pusher. Introduced in 1985, the reference 3940 was produced for two decades and has since become an iconic reference in the Patek Philippe lineup. The model was available over the course of its life in four metals, including the white gold version offered here. The present lot falls into the 2nd series of which only 560 pieces were made, the rarest of all the metals offered in that series.