Exclusive Timepieces 20 –⁠ 21 April 2024 | Monaco

Auction Details

Auction sessions:

  • Session I – Saturday, 20 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 1 to 101
  • Session II – Sunday, 21 April, 10:30 AM – Lots 102 to 178
  • Session III – Sunday, 21 April, 2:30 PM – Lots 179 to 278

60 Patek Philippe Rare, Striking and Catching, Moonphase Power Reserve Automatic Wristwatch, in Steel, Black Dial, Box and Papers, Reference 5085/1A

Estimate: € 10,000 –⁠ 20,000

Sold € 29,900

Model: Neptune Moonphase Power Reserve
Reference: 5085/1A
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Year: 2006
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 240 PS
Case N°: 4281211
Movement N°: 3170075
Dimensions: 37 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
Accessories: Box and Papers

The Neptune Moonphase Power Reserve 5085/1A boasts a robust yet elegant aesthetic, thanks to its stainless steel case and bracelet. The design exudes sophistication with clean lines and balanced proportions, a testament to Patek Philippe’s meticulous attention to detail. The celestial dance of the moon phases on the dial adds a poetic touch, while the practical 48-hour power reserve indication enhances its functionality. This extraordinary timepiece was made in 2006, the production started in 1998, combines the allure of a stainless steel case and bracelet with cutting-edge automatic movement, showcasing Patek Philippe’s commitment to precision, innovation, and timeless style. At the heart of this masterpiece beats the self-winding 240 PS movement, the same used on the famous nautilus ref. 5712, a pinnacle of Swiss watchmaking engineering by Patek Philippe. This caliber ensures exceptional precision and a substantial power reserve, marrying advanced technology with artisanal craftsmanship. The Neptune Moonphase Power Reserve transcends the mere measurement of time: it becomes an instrument of precision and a work of art. The black dial with Arabic indexes and luminescent hands guarantee legibility in any setting, while the transparent sapphire crystal case back allows a mesmerizing view of the intricate movement and meticulously executed decorations. The concealed double deployant clasp on the stainless steel bracelet adds a touch of discrete luxury, embodying the brand’s dedication to both form and function.