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11 March 2026 - Basel Watch Auction
from the original owner
Technical Specifications:
Movement: caliber 240 HU, ultra-thin self-winding world time movement Case: 38,5 mm platinum with stepped bezel design
Thickness: approximately 10,2 mm, remarkably slim for a world time complication
Complications: World time indication for 24 time zones with day/night indicator
Power Reserve: approximately 48 hours Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating on both sides
Patek Philippe
“World Time”, Ref. 5230P-001
No. 7496476/6549030
Sold on December 30th, 2022
A platinum automatic wristwatch with
world time indication
Case: round, transparent case back,
push-button on the edge, signed
Dial: dark blue with guilloché in the
center, double 24 hours indication
in Arabic numerals, outer ring with
capitals of the world, signed
Movement: automatic, micro-rotor,
caliber 240 HU, stamped with PP seal,
33 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold and
six positions, signed
Buckle/Clasp: platinum deployant clasp,
signed
Dimensions: 38,5 mm
Weight: 114,5 g
Accessories: certificate of origin
dated December 30th, 2022, presentation
box and outer packaging, Patek Philippe
leather cardholder including leaflet
for world time caliber 240 HU and
product literature, VIP pass for the
Patek Philippe museum, copy of original
invoice from les ateliers du temps SA
World Time Mechanism:
The 240 HU caliber features an ingenious
world time system where the outer ring
displays 24 city names representing
global time zones. The inner 24-hour
disc rotates once daily, allowing
instant reading of time in any selected
city. The day/night indicator uses
contrasting colors to distinguish AM/PM
periods across time zones.
Platinum Case Excellence:
The 5230P-001’s platinum construction
demonstrates Patek Philippe’s
mastery of precious metal working.
The stepped bezel creates visual
depth while maintaining the case’s
elegant proportions. Platinum’s
density provides substantial wrist
presence while its natural white color
complements the sophisticated dial
design.
Dial Architecture:
The guilloché center dial features
hand-engraved patterns that create
subtle light play. The world time rings
are precisely calibrated, with the city
disc and 24-hour indicator operating
in perfect synchronization through the
movement’s gear train.
Collector Significance:
Platinum world time pieces from Patek
Philippe represent exceptional rarity
within the manufacture’s production.
The combination of useful complication,
precious metal case, and limited
availability creates strong collector
appeal.
CHF 30'000 – 50'000
from the original owner
Technical Specifications:
Movement: caliber 240 HU, ultra-thin self-winding world time movement Case: 38,5 mm platinum with stepped bezel design
Thickness: approximately 10,2 mm, remarkably slim for a world time complication
Complications: World time indication for 24 time zones with day/night indicator
Power Reserve: approximately 48 hours Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating on both sides