Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Apr 09, 2014
LOT 12
PATEK PHILIPPE SOLAR CLOCK RETAILED BY TIFFANY & CO. Patek Philippe, Genève, Retailed by Tiffany & Co. case No. 1646, Ref. 1675. Made circa 1963. Fine and rare, solar-powered gilt-brass table clock with solar powered electric winding system. Accompanied by the original fitted box.
USD 5,000 - 7,000
HKD 39,000 - 54,000 / CHF 4,500 - 6,200
Sold: USD 8,750
Gilt-brass, brushed, 4 square columns, top with solar cells, hinged back door. Matte silver with painted black baton indexes. Gilt circle and baton hands. Based on a 17``` Gondolo keyless mechanical movement, 29 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Gyromax balance adjusted to heat, cold and 1 position, free-sprung Breguet balance spring, solar-powered with lithium battery back-up, driving a winding train which replaces the barrel spring.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |