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Patek Philippe, Ref. 5022, Platinum Wristwatch with Subsidiary Seconds and Guilloche Dial

Partially verified

This reference 5022 wristwatch by Patek Philippe is catalogued by the auction source as dating to circa the 1990s. Crafted with a 33 mm platinum case, it features a black guilloche dial with applied Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock. The manual-winding movement bears serial number 1.857.361, paired with case number 4.012.107. The source reports that the piece is accompanied by a platinum tang buckle and an Extract from the Archives, while the strap shown is for display purposes only.

Patek Philippe Ref. 5022 platinum wristwatch with black guilloche dial on display strap
Patek Philippe Ref. 5022 platinum wristwatch with black guilloche dial on display strap — Christie's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
onlineonly.christies.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe
Reference
5022
Catalogue / lot identifier
270
Source-reported date
circa 1990s
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
1.857.361

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Exterior Components

The timepiece features a round platinum case measuring 33 mm in diameter, catalogued under case number 4.012.107. Straight lugs extend from the case to hold the strap attachment, and a winding crown is located at the 3 o'clock position. The auction condition report notes that the case is in good condition with signs of wear consistent with the age of the watch.

The lot includes a Patek Philippe platinum tang buckle, which the source describes as being in good overall condition with wear consistent with the case. The strap pictured in the cataloguing photograph was utilized for display purposes only and was excluded from the sale.

Evidence for this section
  • “CASE MATERIAL: Platinum”
  • “CASE DIAMETER: 33mm”
  • “CASE NO’: 4.012.107”
  • “Straight lugs extending from the round platinum case.”
  • “Winding crown located at 3 o'clock.”
  • “The case is in good condition with signs of wear consistent with the age of the watch.”
  • “ACCESSORIES: Patek Philippe Platinum Tang Buckle, Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives”
  • “The platinum tang buckle is in good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the case.”
  • “Please note the strap is shown for display purposes only and is not for sale.”

Dial Configuration

The dial features a black guilloche pattern with applied silver-tone Roman numeral hour markers, signed 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' below 12 o'clock and 'SWISS' below 6 o'clock.

A subsidiary seconds register is located at 6 o'clock and marked with Arabic ten-second numerals. According to the auction condition report, the dial is described as excellent with no signs of spotting or aging.

Evidence for this section
  • “DIAL: Black Guilloche”
  • “Black guilloche patterned dial with applied silver-tone Roman numeral hour markers.”
  • “Dial signed 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' beneath 12 o'clock and 'SWISS' below 6 o'clock.”
  • “Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock with Arabic ten-second numerals.”
  • “The dial is excellent with no signs of spotting or aging.”

Movement and Archival Documentation

The watch is powered by a manual-winding movement catalogued under movement number 1.857.361. The auction house notes that the movement was in working order at the time of cataloguing but was not tested for accuracy, recommending a service given the watch's age.

Catalogued as dating to circa the 1990s, the lot is recorded as lacking its original box and papers, but is accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives.

Evidence for this section
  • “MOVEMENT: Manual”
  • “MOVEMENT NO’: 1.857.361”
  • “The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy.”
  • “CIRCA: 1990s”
  • “BOX: No PAPERS: No”
  • “ACCESSORIES: Patek Philippe Platinum Tang Buckle, Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives”

Open research questions

  • What specific caliber designation is stamped on the movement and cited in the Extract from the Archives?
  • What specific date of manufacture and sale date are recorded in the Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives?
  • What platinum hallmarks are present on the interior of the case back and on the platinum tang buckle?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Patek Philippe, Ref. 5022, Platinum Wristwatch with Subsidiary Seconds and Guilloche Dial
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference5022“REF. 5022”
Case MaterialPlatinum“CASE MATERIAL: Platinum”
Case Diameter33mm“CASE DIAMETER: 33mm”
Movement Number1.857.361“MOVEMENT NO’: 1.857.361”
Case Number4.012.107“CASE NO’: 4.012.107”
DialBlack Guilloche“DIAL: Black Guilloche”
Movement TypeManual“MOVEMENT: Manual”
Accompanying DocumentationPatek Philippe Extract from the Archives“ACCESSORIES: Patek Philippe Platinum Tang Buckle, Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives”
Original Box and PapersNo“BOX: No PAPERS: No”
FunctionsSubsidiary Seconds“FUNCTIONS: Subsidiary Seconds”

Visible details

  • Black guilloche patterned dial with applied silver-tone Roman numeral hour markers.
  • Subsidiary seconds register positioned at 6 o'clock with Arabic ten-second numerals.
  • Straight lugs extending from the round platinum case.
  • Winding crown located at 3 o'clock.
  • Dial signed 'PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE' beneath 12 o'clock and 'SWISS' below 6 o'clock.

Research qualifications

  • The strap displayed in the photograph is for exhibition purposes only and excluded from sale.
  • The case back, buckle, and movement are not visible in the provided photograph.
  • Movement condition and timekeeping accuracy have not been independently tested; Christie's notes the movement was working at cataloguing but recommends a service.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 5022, A PLATINUM WRISTWATCH WITH SUBSIDIARY SECONDS AND GUILLOCHE DIAL, | Christie’s

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 88482820ef

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