PATEK PHILIPPE 5059 J 18K PERPETUAL CALENDAR NEW Start Price USD 65,000.00 Current Price USD 65,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, November 17, 2008 End Time Thursday, November 27, 2008 Location Thousand Oaks, California See more about 'PATEK PHILIPPE 5059 J 18K PERPETUAL CALENDAR NEW' Description SquareTrade © AP6.0 PATEK PHILIPPE 5059J 18K PERPETUAL CALENDAR RETROGRADE The Patek Philippe model line up includes several perpetual calendar models. The reference 5059 is the most interesting aesthetically, in my opinion. The dial features both classical elements, like the roman numerals, hands, and minutes chapter at the periphery of the white enamel dial, and also playful elements like the retrograde date and the distribution of the day, month and leap year indicators. The case is also very "sculpted", with case lines which are very clean and quite massive. The case is also hunter-style, and the caseback can be popped open with a flick of the thumb to reveal the sublime Patek Philippe Caliber 315/136. Case is 18k yellow gold, with dimensions of 36mm diameter by 12.8mm thick. Constructed with 4 separate components, with display back protected by gold hinged base back. Slightly domed sapphire crystal in front, while display crystal is flat. Once again, the case lines on the 5059 are interesting - the bezel and case sides are rounded and the crown even has small, protective shoulders which morph into the hunter-caseback, while the lugs are squared on top, while curving downward for wearing comfort (and feature rather massive, exposed screws securing the lugs). Caliber is the Patek Philippe Caliber 315/136 with 31 jewels and the prestigious Geneva Seal. Dial is white over solid gold with printed roman numerals for hours, arabic numerals for date, minutes/seconds chapter at the dial's edge. Dial displays 12 hours time with center seconds, day, date via retrograde display, month, moonphase and leap year. Hands are blackened gold, leaf style and offer excellent legibility. Strap is hand-sewn crocodile with an 18k yellow gold Patek deployant clasp. The 5059 is one of Patek's rarest modern watches, as production of the base caliber is highly limited. Watch is new with box and papers If you have any questions about this watch, please call us at 1.818.707.7007. -- Rob Spayne Watch Specifics: Manufacturer PATEK PHILIPPE Model Name Perpetual Calendar Retrograde Model / Ref # 5059 J Condition New Gender Mens Category Contemporary Movement Automatic Case 18K Yellow Gold Case Dimensions 36mm diameter X 12.8mm thick Crystal Sapphire Band Black Crocodile w/18K Yellow Gold Patek deployant clasp Dial White Bezel Functions Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds, Perpetual Calendar, Moonphase Additional Information Includes Box & Papers Current Retail Price Starting Bid Price USD $65,000 -- OPENING PRICE !! Additional Descriptions of the watch can go here. -->  ABOUT THE SELLER Robert Maron is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the field of High Grade, Important Vintage and Collectible wristwatches. With years of experience as a worldwide watch trader, professional, financial and personal references can be provided from almost anywhere in the world. Complete collections bought and sold, discretion assured. Member IWJG and NAWCC. Lifetime warranty of 100% originality and authenticity on every sale. Call 1.818.707.7007 for questions, click HERE for further information, or email us at sales@maron.com  SHIPPING & PAYMENT INFORMATION We prefer to ship to Continental United States Only --> Buyer pays for shipping $50 domestic shipping (United States) by expedited FedEx Priority Overnight delivery with insurance, and estimated $150 international shipping by expedited FedEx Priority with insurance (exact amount depends on the value of the watch). Winning bidder needs to contact us within 48 hours of notification Payment must be received within 5 days of auction end Bank-to-bank transfers are our preferred payment method. Bank-to-bank transfers are required on all international sales. Paypal gladly accepted for purchases up to $3,000.00. Contact us for further details We also accept money orders / cashiers' checks (allow 5-7 working days to clear) California residents: we will add 8.25% sales tax. Other locations - you are responsible for your own duties and/or taxes.  GUARANTEE Returns accepted within 3 days if item is not as represented; buyer has to pay for return shipping costs and insurance. Item must be returned in same condition as received, including all material such as shipping box and manual We will refund your money within 24 hours after we receive the watch (subject to the watch being in the identical condition when sold, including all enclosures) Place a Bid!