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
Diameter 36 mm
Caliber 13-130
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