Released by Patek Philippe in 1992, the ref. 5040 perpetual calendar encapsulates the firm’s expertise in creating some of the world’s most impressive perpetual calendar wristwatches since the 1950s. Being also the first manufacture to introduce the world’s first self-winding perpetual calendar wristwatch via the ref. 3448, Patek Philippe has clearly cemented their place prestigious place in the history of horology.

The ref. 5040 featuring the firm’s self-winding cal. 240Q famous for its robust micro-rotor, is displayed in an unconventional but interesting and elegant tonneau-shaped case. Fitted inside is a symmetrically beautiful dial layout that is outstanding for its legibility as well as its Breguet-style numerals and hands. Throughout its production spanning 15 years until 2007, the reference was released in a total of three series with approximately 1800 pieces made in yellow gold, the first series can be distinguished by a 77X thousands movement serial until circa 1998, the second series with 3.12 million and the final with 3.67million movement serial.

The present example hailing from the first series of the reference from 1993 is offered in well-preserved condition and is further complete with its full set of accessories including its additional solid caseback. Confirmed further by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives, this is a fantastic opportunity for collectors to acquire an undervalued Patek Philippe ref. 5040 in yellow gold.