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Patek Philippe Moonphase (Ref. 5015G) 18K WG, 1990s
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe (maker)
- Date
- 1990s
- Historical period
- Mechanical Renaissance (1990 – 2010)
- Country of origin
- Switzerland
- Object type
- Wristwatch
- Dimensions
- Case 35.5 mm
- Stock no.
- PP5015G
- Credit line
- Dealer listing, Craft & Tailored (PP5015G)
- Catalogue title (original)
- 1990s Patek Philippe Moonphase (Ref. 5015G) 18K WG (English)
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Record summary
Catalogued by Craft & Tailored (dealer), Los Angeles (stock number PP5015G), this is a wristwatch by Patek Philippe, made in Switzerland, dated 1990s. The Atlas places it in the Mechanical Renaissance period (1990 – 2010) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 35.5 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.
Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.
Catalogue description
Dealer description — Craft & Tailored
Patek Philippe is one of the world’s most prestigious luxury watch brands that, as the ads say, you never quite own, you simply look after for the next generation. And this reference 5015G is very much worth looking after. First introduced in 1994, the Patek Philippe reference 5015G is a moon phase power reserve featuring a 35.5mm 18K white gold case and self-winding Patek Philippe caliber 240 movement. There are several things that make this reference so desirable. First, there’s the classic stepped-hobnail treatment around the bezel, a style that has become synonymous with the brand ever since its introduction on the first Calatrava in 1932. Then there’s the hinged case back—also known as an officers-style case back—that offers a glimpse at the immaculate 29-jewel caliber 240 movement, which was patented in 1977 and has been used in some of Patek’s most iconic references. Rounding it all out is a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a stark white porcelain dial with offset constant seconds & power reserve indicator. Stock # PP5015G Brand Patek Philippe Style Moonphase Power Reserve Model 5015G Serial 30XXXXX / 40XXXXX Size Men's Material 18k White Gold Dial White Millimeters 35.5 Bracelet Patek Philippe Black Alligator Strap W/ 18K WG Patek Philippe Buckle CASE & BRACELET The unpolished 18k white gold case is in extremely well-preserved condition, retaining its factory finishing on the case and clean lugs, showing only very light signs of use. The 18k white gold bezel is also in excellent condition with little signs of use present. The watch retains its original onion-style crown. The case back also remains in excellent condition with minimal signs of use visible. The watch is finished with its original black alligator leather strap with a matching Patek Philippe signed 18K white gold tang buckle. DIAL & HANDS The flawless white porcelain dial features an aysmetric assotment of complications including a moon phase, running seconds, and power reserve indicator at 10 o’clock, 4, and 7, respectively. Black Arabic numerals, black oxidized gold spade hands, and a railway-style outer minute track complete the quintessentially classic look. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time and running perfectly.
Historical context
Mechanical Renaissance (1990 – 2010)
Mechanical watches return as cultural objects; independent watchmaking flourishes.
Mechanical watches returned as cultural and luxury objects. Complications, tourbillons and new materials proliferated; independent watchmakers such as George Daniels, F.P. Journe and Philippe Dufour revived artisanal watchmaking; collecting vintage watches became a major field.
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Atlas type guide
Calendar, moon-phase and perpetual calendar watches
Calendar complications range from a simple date to the perpetual calendar, which automatically allows for months of different lengths and leap years until 2100. Pocket watches with perpetual calendars were made in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries; Patek Philippe made the first perpetual calendar wristwatch in 1925, and series production followed in 1941. The annual calendar (Patek Philippe, 1996) needs correction only once a year.
Moon-phase displays use a disc with two moons and 59 teeth advanced daily, approximating the 29.5-day lunation; more precise trains reduce the error to one day in over a century.
What to look for
- Apertures or subsidiary dials for day, date, month and leap year.
- Moon disc under a 'bosom' shaped aperture.
- Recessed correctors on the case band for setting the calendar.
Dating clues
- Triple-date wristwatches: popular c. 1940–1955.
- Perpetual calendar wristwatches: from 1925 (unique) and 1941 (series).
General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.
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