Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, May 31, 2025
LOT 112
PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 5040, PERPETUAL CALENDAR, 18K YELLOW GOLD
HKD 200,000 - 300,000
EUR 22,900 - 34,300 / CHF 21,400 - 32,100 / USD 25,800 - 38,600
Sold: HKD 262,500
A fine and rare, 18K yellow gold, self-winding perpetual calendar wristwatch with moonphase with 2 casebacks.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Patek Philippe
Model Perpetual Calendar
Reference 5040
Year circa Nov 1992
Movement No. 773517
Case No. 2923293
Bracelet 18K yellow PP pin buckle
Diameter 36 x 43mm. (includnging lugs)
Caliber 240
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories certificate, push pin, solid caseback, leather folder
Notes
This Patek Philippe 5040 Perpetual Calendar, made circa 1992, comes directly from a discerning Hong Kong collector who cherished it for over three decades. The timepiece features both original solid gold and sapphire exhibition casebacks, offering versatile display options for this horological masterpiece.
Housed in its distinctive tonneau-tortue shaped 18K yellow gold case with silver dial, the watch remains in remarkably
preserved condition—testament to the previous owner’s meticulous care. Complete with original certificate and pushing pin.
The 5040 represents a rare opportunity, being one of fewer than 1,800 examples crafted in yellow gold during its 1992-2007 production run. This exceptional piece combines historical significance, technical brilliance and distinguished provenance in one elegant package.
Housed in its distinctive tonneau-tortue shaped 18K yellow gold case with silver dial, the watch remains in remarkably
preserved condition—testament to the previous owner’s meticulous care. Complete with original certificate and pushing pin.
The 5040 represents a rare opportunity, being one of fewer than 1,800 examples crafted in yellow gold during its 1992-2007 production run. This exceptional piece combines historical significance, technical brilliance and distinguished provenance in one elegant package.