PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 3970EP, A PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATOR Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 107,100
Estimate
USD 80,000 - USD 120,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 17 Jun 2022
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PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 3970EP, A PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATOR
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Lot Essay
In 1986, Patek Philippe launched a new generation of the perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch, designated reference 3970, replacing the hugely successful reference 2499 in production in four different series from 1951 to 1985. The main difference in the movement was the arrival of the new Lemania based ébauche which replaced the Valjoux movement used for the previous 50 years.
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PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 3970EP, A PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATOR Estimate: USD 80,000 - 120,000
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Ψ Please note the strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the watch will be supplied to the buyer without the inclusion of a strap
The present lot is offered in good overall condition. The dial is excellent with no signs of spotting or age. The case is in good condition with surface wear consistent with the age and use of the watch. The platinum tang buckle is in good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the case. The chronograph function starts stops and resets at the time of cataloguing. The pushers advance their corresponding functions at the time of cataloguing. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
1. All lots are sold "AS IS", and this condition report is provided purely as a goodwill service and may not specify all mechanical replacements or defects. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in good condition and without defects, repairs or restoration. You are accordingly encouraged to view the lots personally or through your own professional advisor.
2. For further information on these issues, please refer to the terms and conditions.
We thank you for your interest in the forthcoming sale. We remind you again that all property is sold “as is” and should be viewed personally by you or by your professional advisor before the sale to assess its condition.
Ψ Please note the strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale. Upon sale, the watch will be supplied to the buyer without the inclusion of a strap
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PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 3970EP, A PLATINUM PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES AND LEAP YEAR INDICATOR Estimate: USD 80,000 - 120,000
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