Exceptional horologic works of art
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Oct 11, 2003
LOT 393
Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, No. 823334, case No. 616701, Ref. 497, retailed by Cartier, sold on December 19, 1938. Production of this reference started in 1937. Extremely fine and rare, 18K pink and white gold gentleman's wristwatch with elongated "U" shaped lugs. Accompanied by the Extract from the Archives.
CHF 20,000 - 25,000
EUR 13,000 - 16,000
Sold: CHF 20,700
C. two body, bicolored, solid, polished, pink gold "U" lower lug, white gold "U" upper lug, pink gold case band and back with the initials: S.M. D. champagne with applied pink gold dot and baton indexes, Arabic numerals at 12, auxiliary seconds dial. Pink gold "Feuille" hands. M. 9''', rhodium-plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, 8 adjustments, flat balance spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Dim. 25 x 38 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |