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Monte Carlo, Sep 22, 2005
Patek Philippe, Genève, Ref. 5099/101RG ?Cabriolet? wristwatch in rose and white gold; manually wound caliber 215 PS movement with subsidiary seconds, Unique piece.
The two-tone silvery dial features rose gold baton indexes and two applied Breguet-style numerals at 12 o?clock. The subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o?clock emulates the square shape of the case. The ?feuille? (leaf-shaped) hour and minute hands are crafted from rose gold. The deep-blue ?galuchat? strap is provided with a rose gold pin buckle. The hinged cover of the watch is engraved and set with precious stones to reflect the theme Recovery and Hope. Its symbolic elements are as follows: ? The sun is represented by 7 yellow sapphire stones that stand for hope, strength, and shining energy. ? The moon, intrinsically linked with the sun, is symbolized by 5 diamonds. It expresses sensitivity, protection, and love. ? The large diamond-paved heart denotes charity, openness, and generosity. ? The small heart, paved with 6 yellow sapphire stones, represents the child?s heart from which a ray points to the future, toward evolution and compassion. ? The horizon, represented by 7 widening horizontal bands, is a symbol of hope and the path to recovery. This watch is a unique piece.