“The only Patek Philippe World Time ever produced on a full platinum bracelet, the 5131 possesses an unmistakable, unique appeal, with its intense, striking colours meticulously hand-painted onto a cloisonné enamel dial.”

The World Time complication was created by Louis Cottier in 1931, and it didn’t take long for Patek Philippe to commission their first two references, leading the way once again in horology’s most iconic complications. Released in 2017, the 5131/1P features a case sculpted entirely from sumptuous, vibrant Platinum, classic “stealth wealth” and suitable for all occasions, as well as a pure platinum “brick” bracelet, Patek’s classic addition to truly heavy-hitting complicated wristwatches. Designed to show the time in all 24 time zones, the watch’s hour and minute hands are coordinated with an outer chapter ring displaying 24 reference cities, with the pusher shifting the ring one hour at a time. A rotating 24-hour inner chapter ring turns once a day, showing the time in cities other than the wearer’s. The undoubted star of the 5131, however, is its eye-catching, meticulous cloisonné enamel dial, one of the most famous in watchmaking. Requiring incredible artistry and attention to detail to craft, only a handful are produced each year, making this one of the most coveted pieces worldwide. In vibrant tones of white, green, yellow and orange, and beautifully lined in gold, the dial depicts Earth, with the North Pole as the centre. Visible through the sapphire display caseback is the in-house cal.240HU movement, complete with decorative 22k gold rotor. Sheer beauty.

Condition Report:

In excellent, unpolished condition. Watch only.

Year: 2017

Reference: 5131/1P-001

Size: 39.5mm

Case: Platinum

Strap: Platinum

Movement: Automatic Calibre 240 HU

Water Resistance: 30m

Power Reserve: 48hr

Box: None

Papers: None

Our Ref: PP894