Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jul 13, 2024
LOT 234
PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 1579, CHRONOGRAPH "SPIDER LUGS" FIRST SERIES, PINK GOLD
EUR 60,000 - 120,000
CHF 58,000 - 116,000 / HKD 510,000 - 1,010,000 / USD 65,000 - 130,000
Sold: EUR 85,280
An extremely rare and large 18k pink gold manual winding chronograph wristwatch with spider lugs with silver rose dial, 2 registers, raised gold hour.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Patek Philippe
Model CHRONOGRAPH "SPIDER LUGS" FIRST SERIES
Reference 1579
Year 1943
Movement No. 863255
Case No. 633407
Bracelet Leather with 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle
Caliber 13-130
Diameter 36 mm
Weight 52,44g
Signature Dial, Case and movement
Accessories Copy of the Extract from the Archives
Notes
Produced between 1943 and 1964, the manual-winding chronograph is encased in a 36mm rose gold case, a size considered important for the period. The design is accentuated by spider lugs, giving the watch a sophisticated appearance.
With only 51 pieces in rose gold recorded, reference 1579 is extremely rare. The calibre 13-130 chronograph movement, renowned for its precision and reliability, reinforces this watch's reputation as one of Patek Philippe's finest creations.
** This lot will require an export license/passport. Please refer to the T&Cs for further information
With only 51 pieces in rose gold recorded, reference 1579 is extremely rare. The calibre 13-130 chronograph movement, renowned for its precision and reliability, reinforces this watch's reputation as one of Patek Philippe's finest creations.
** This lot will require an export license/passport. Please refer to the T&Cs for further information