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Patek Philippe World Time, Reference 5131

Partially verified

According to Sotheby's, this Patek Philippe Reference 5131 is an automatic world time wristwatch in platinum, dating to circa 2019. The dial features a polychrome cloisonné enamel map depicting the Arctic Circle, encircled by a 24-hour day and night indication and an outer ring of 24 reference cities. The 40 mm platinum case has a screw-down sapphire crystal display back and is fitted with a platinum multi-link bracelet with a double folding clasp. It is powered by the 33-jewel caliber 240 HU automatic movement, number 7'153'975. The watch is signed on the case, dial, and movement.

Front view of the Patek Philippe Reference 5131 in platinum with cloisonné enamel Arctic Circle dial and bracelet
Front view of the Patek Philippe Reference 5131 in platinum with cloisonné enamel Arctic Circle dial and bracelet — Sotheby's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.sothebys.com
Category
Wristwatch · World time wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe
Reference
5131
Catalogue / lot identifier
2194
Source-reported date
Circa 2019
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
7'153'975

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 Bracelet Construction

The watch features a 40 mm platinum case with a screw-down sapphire crystal display back, as catalogued by Sotheby's. Visible examination of the front reveals bezel engravings stating "PATEK PHILIPPE" at 12 o'clock and "GENEVE" at 6 o'clock, alongside a single pusher situated on the left flank near 10 o'clock.

A platinum multi-link bracelet is fitted to curved lugs and secures with a double folding clasp. Sotheby's records the bracelet circumference as approximately 190 mm.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case: platinum, screw down sapphire crystal display back”
  • “Bezel engraved with 'PATEK PHILIPPE' at 12 o'clock and 'GENEVE' at 6 o'clock.”
  • “Single pusher integrated on the left case flank near 10 o'clock.”
  • “Closure: platinum Patek Philippe bracelet and double folding clasp”
  • “Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm”

Dial Composition and World Time Display

The central dial is made of cloisonné enamel depicting a map of the Arctic Circle, featuring an Arctic polar projection with landmasses rendered in green, yellow, and brown tones. The auction house commentary notes that each dial is hand-enameled.

Surrounding the enamel center is a concentric 24-hour day and night indication ring, which is framed externally by a white chapter ring listing world reference cities.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial: cloisonné enamel dial depicting the map of the arctic circle”
  • “Cloisonné enamel central dial displaying an Arctic polar projection with landmasses rendered in green, yellow, and brown tones.”
  • “Since each dial is entirely hand-enameled, no two are exactly alike, adding to the watch's exclusivity and allure.”
  • “Concentric 24-hour day/night ring framed by an outer white chapter ring listing world cities.”

Reported Movement and Documented Accessories

According to the lot details, the watch is powered by the 33-jewel automatic caliber 240 HU, catalogued with movement number 7’153’975 and case number 6’277’914. The case, dial, and movement are reported as signed, though the movement itself is not visible in the provided primary photograph.

Sotheby's lists the lot as accompanied by a Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts Certificate of Authenticity, an instruction manual, and a presentation box, dating the watch to circa 2019.

Evidence for this section
  • “Calibre: cal. 240 HU automatic, 33 jewels”
  • “Movement number: 7’153’975”
  • “Case number: 6’277’914”
  • “Signed: case, dial and movement”
  • “Accessories: Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts Certificate of Authenticity, instruction manual, and presentation box”
  • “A platinum world time wristwatch with cloisonné enamel dial and bracelet, Circa 2019”

Open research questions

  • What specific delivery date and retailer information are stated on the accompanying Rare Handcrafts Certificate of Authenticity?
  • What specific hallmarks and reference markings are stamped on the interior or exterior of the platinum case back?
  • What bridge layout, finishing stamps, or hallmarks are visible on caliber 240 HU under the sapphire crystal display back?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Patek Philippe World Time, Reference 5131
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference5131“Patek Philippe | World Time, Reference 5131”
Calibrecal. 240 HU automatic, 33 jewels“Calibre: cal. 240 HU automatic, 33 jewels”
Movement Number7’153’975“Movement number: 7’153’975”
Case Number6’277’914“Case number: 6’277’914”
Case MaterialPlatinum“Case: platinum, screw down sapphire crystal display back”
DialCloisonné enamel dial depicting the map of the arctic circle“Dial: cloisonné enamel dial depicting the map of the arctic circle”
Dimensions40 mm diameter“Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm”
ClosurePlatinum Patek Philippe bracelet and double folding clasp“Closure: platinum Patek Philippe bracelet and double folding clasp”
Bracelet CircumferenceApproximately 190 mm“Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190 mm”
Accompanying Documentation and PackagingPatek Philippe Rare Handcrafts Certificate of Authenticity, instruction manual, and presentation box“Accessories: Patek Philippe Rare Handcrafts Certificate of Authenticity, instruction manual, and presentation box”
SignaturesSigned on case, dial, and movement“Signed: case, dial and movement”

Visible details

  • Cloisonné enamel central dial displaying an Arctic polar projection with landmasses rendered in green, yellow, and brown tones.
  • Concentric 24-hour day/night ring framed by an outer white chapter ring listing world cities.
  • Integrated platinum multi-link bracelet attached to curved lugs.
  • Single pusher integrated on the left case flank near 10 o'clock.
  • Bezel engraved with 'PATEK PHILIPPE' at 12 o'clock and 'GENEVE' at 6 o'clock.

Research qualifications

  • Movement and case back are not visible in the provided primary photograph.
  • Source disclaims testing the movement for accuracy and notes individual parts may have been replaced during past servicing.

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

Consulted source

Patek Philippe | World Time, Reference 5131 | A platinum world time

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 82149a909d

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