The present timepiece is perhaps one of the best examples of when haute horlogerie meets joaillerie. Encased in a beautiful platinum case with ruby-set bezel, lugs and clasp totalling 5.3 carats in total, the Patek Philippe ref. 5271/12P-001 is a true gem in the lineage of complicated Patek Philippe timepieces. In 2011, Patek Philippe released the ref. 5270 in white gold to replace the ref. 5970. A milestone for the firm, the new reference featured Patek Philippe’s very first in-house designed and built calibre 29-535 PS Q stamped with Patek Philippe stamp.

In 2014, the firm released few rare examples of the ref. 5271P with various gem set variants, including emerald, ruby, sapphire and diamonds. The reference was the first to feature a glossy black lacquer dial constructed in twelve layers. They differ from the second series examples of the regular ref. 5270, the dial no longer features the “double chin” at 6 O’clock. The present example set with rubies is one of the most desirable examples of the reference as the pigeon blood red contrasts extremely well against the glossy black dial giving the reference a vibrant appeal.

Presented in single-sealed condition and accompanied by its full set of accessories, the present ref. 5271/12P-001 is a superb compilation of haute horlogerie and jewellery with its alluring baguette-cut Ruby bezel and index at 12 O’clock, adding a dynamic flair to this model.