Lot #2156
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5035G 18k WG Salmon Dial Box and Papers
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Introduction
Famed for the wide range of innovations and complications that they have introduced to the watchmaking industry, Patek Philippe’s pedigree as perhaps the most highly esteemed watchmaker is of no doubt to anyone, particularly their devoted collectors. Amongst their long list of complications lies their patented annual calendar, a halfway house between the simpler complete calendar and the hyper-complicated perpetual calendar. First released in 1996 as the Annual Calendar ref. 5035, this complication was Patek’s acknowledgement that they needed to create an in-between the other two calendar types before one of their competitors produced one. Made of 18kt white gold, this ref. 5035 features a salmon dial alongside a stepped domed bezel that sits atop its 37mm case. An unrivalled piece of horological engineering at the time of its release, the ref. 5035’s legible dial displays the day, date, month and 24-hour display – a plethora of useful information that makes this timepiece a truly versatile timepiece that is equally functional as it is stunning.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Certificate
Est. value range
$20,000 – $30,000
The Details
Brand
Patek Philippe
Dimensions
37mm
Model
Annual Calendar
Movement
Automatic cal. 315 S QA
Reference
5035G
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2003
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch, box, papers, 2020 service invoice, additional silver dial
Dial Color
Salmon
THE DIAL
Boasting a salmon dial to contrast its 18kt white gold bezel, the ref. 5035's applied Roman numerals stand out proudly against their colorful backdrop and create a legible display that is a pleasure to look at and read.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Featuring a stepped domed bezel and a pleasant 37mm 18kt white gold case this ref. 5035 is universally wearable and very easy to enjoy.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint overall condition. Case is clean and free from any significant marks or wear. The hallmarks on the back of lugs are sharp and fully visible. Salmon dial in near-mint condition, with superluminova hands and indexes. Please Note: The watch was born with a silver dial as indicated on the original papers. Previous owner procured a salmon dial and had it fitted into the watch. The original silver dial is also included with this lot.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
An incredible innovation at the time, the ref. 5035 has grown from its humble beginnings as a half-way house between two other of Patek's offerings and into an icon that marked the beginning of the annual calendars existence as we know it.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
