Patek Philippe 5039R-010 Perpetual Calendar 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial

The Patek Philippe 5039R-010 Perpetual Calendar showcases the Geneva maison’s mastery over the classic grand complications, debuting in 1996 as part of a limited production run in rose gold. Housed in an elegantly proportioned 35mm round case with Patek’s iconic hobnail bezel, this reference elevates the quintessence of traditional calendar wristwatches. The manually finished silver dial is an exercise in clarity, arranging the perpetual calendar with moonphase, leap year, and 24-hour indicators in a balanced and discrete layout. Powered by Patek Philippe's ultra-thin automatic caliber (notoriously based on the esteemed 240 Q movement), collectors will note its micro-rotor engineering—ensuring a slim case profile at just 9mm thick while affording technical complexity. The 5039R-010 is rare not only for its complication density and appropriateness of scale but also due to its relatively modest annual production, enhancing its desirability among purists seeking the old-world charm of pre-modern Patek craftsmanship. The 18K rose gold case, coupled with the brown crocodile strap, underscores its timeless formal appeal. With all perpetual indicators seamlessly integrated, this piece represents a discreet yet sophisticated statement, resonating with connoisseurs who favor subtlety over ostentation in a complicated wristwatch. Its classical dimensions, superb finishing, and resolutely traditional design ensure its status as a cornerstone within the perpetual calendar lineage of Patek Philippe. Like New with Patek Philippe box and extract from the archives dated 1997.