The Art Of Patek Philippe
Geneva, Apr 09, 1989
LOT 245
Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, No. 16477, case No. 16477, made for Tiffany & Cie, New York, sold on the 10.3.1860. Fine 18-carat gold and enamel hunting cased diamond set early keyless watch.
CHF 8,000 - 10,000
Four body "demi-bassine" chiselled case with a blue translucent enamel over engine turning, a rose diamond inlaid cross on the cover a star on the back. Gold cuvette. White enamel dial with Roman numerals. Blued steel Breguet hands. 14"' gilt brass movement with the first patented Adrien Philippe keyless winding device, 10 jewels, cylinder escapement, plain gold three armed balance. In good condition. Diam. 38 mm.
