| Grading System | |
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Grade: |
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Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4-7-10-01 |
Fair Oxidized Patinated HANDS Original |
Brand Patek Philippe
Model Perpetual Calendar
Reference Ref. 1526
Year Circa 1945
Bracelet Leather
Numbers Case N. 568343, Movement N. 966951
Caliber 12-120 QP
Dimensions 31 mm.
Signature Dial, Case and Movement.
Notes
Ref. 1526. Launched in 1941 as the companies first production perpetual calendar wristwatch, the 1526 is often overshadowed by its big brother, the perpetual calendar chronograph ref. 1518 introduced the same year as a world-first. The ref. 1526 used movement Cal.12"'-120 within a classic Calatrava style case and remained in production until 1952 with only 210 examples manufactured. Today both models can be considered iconic for their simple well-proportioned designs and respective roles in establishing Patek Philippe as a world-leader in horology