Part of Patek Philippe's esteemed lineage of world time models, the ref. 5131 debuted in 2008, initially in yellow gold showcasing the Americas on its dial. Following this, a white gold version featuring Asia, Africa, and Europe was introduced in 2009, with pink gold and platinum variants following suit in early 2014. This model, now out of production, marked a significant milestone as the first contemporary world-time reference to boast the renowned cloisonné dial depicting geographical maps. Due to the intricate and labour-intensive nature of handcrafting each cloisonné enamel dial, the ref. 5131 was produced in limited quantities annually, making it a rare find in today's market.

The present iteration showcases a vibrant cloisonné enamel center disc portraying Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania in a captivating blend of blues, greens, browns, and yellows, all accentuated by delicate gold ribbons. A quintessential World Time timepiece sold in 2014, the enamel centre is encircled by a 24-hour city ring featuring Dubai and Moscow, a departure from earlier versions that included La Paz, Caracas, and Riyadh. An excellent example of the ref. 5131G-010, this timepiece is in impeccable condition, offering a compelling opportunity for discerning collectors to acquire this significant and now discontinued piece.