Patek Philippe World Time 5230G

It may seem simple to divide the planet into 24 time zones with 15 degrees of longitude each, but the political process behind it is convoluted. Some time zones have meanwhile been assigned different city names, for instance Dubai instead of Riyadh or Brisbane instead of Noumea, to mention only two. Formerly, Moscow was located in the UTC+4 zone, but the Russian capital has now shifted one hour closer to Western Europe, "relocating" to UTC+3. From time to time, such changes make it necessary to modify the place names on the city scales of World Time watches. This is why Patek Philippe as of 2016 have launched the new Ref. 5230 with the updated, globally valid city names. With a 38.5mm case, this variant in solid 18ct white gold featuring a charcoal grey lacquered, hand-guilloched centre with silver outer dial & gold applied hour markers. The inspiration for this guilloched basket weave motif was taken from a precious pocket watch on display at the Patek Philippe Museum.This World Timer displays 24 time zones with day/night indication for the 24 time zones. Set on a Patek Philippe black alligator strap with 18ct white gold deployant clasp. This wristwatch presents in excellent condition throughout with box & papers set, circa 2020.