Property of an Important Watch Collector
The Patek Philippe Reference 3448 «Padellone» stands as one of horology’s most significant achievements. As the first automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch produced in series (1962-1981), this example is among just 450 crafted in yellow gold from a total production of 586 pieces. Antiquorum proudly presents this exceptional timepiece, consigned by an important Asian collector who has meticulously preserved it for over two decades. This singular provenance explains the watch’s extraordinary state of conservation. The timepiece exhibits a beautiful original sigma dial and remarkably preserved case architecture. The watch showcases an impressively thick case , complemented by deep, clearly defined hallmarks on the caseback. The case displays a sublime patina, the natural outcome of 20+ years of meticulous care and intentional preservation of its original state. Of paramount significance, this exemplary timepiece is accompanied by its original certificate dated July 24, 1981, along with an extract from the archive from the Patek Philippe. For the connoisseur of fine timepieces, this Reference 3448 transcends its identity as merely a watch—it represents a museum-caliber investment opportunity with impeccable, documented provenance and historical significance.