Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Dec 12, 2025
LOT 129 **
PATEK PHILIPPE, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3587/2, BETA 21 YELLOW GOLD
EUR 25,000 - 50,000
CHF 23,300 - 46,600 / HKD 226,000 - 452,000 / USD 29,000 - 58,000 / JPY 4,530,000 - 9,060,000
A fine and rare, large, 18k yellow gold quartz wristwatch with blue dial, raised yellow gold indexes, date and centre second and 18k yellow gold pierced patek philippe bracelet
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| 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, Switzerland
Model Beta 21 yellow gold
Reference 3587/2
Year 1972
Movement No. 6029
Case No. 2699456
Bracelet 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe. Total length: 175mm
Diameter 43 mm
Caliber B21
Weight 170,96g
Signature Dial, case and movement
Accessories Extract from the Archives Patek Philippe
Notes
Introduced in the early 1970s, the Ref. 3587/2 is one of the most distinctive expressions of Patek Philippe’s pioneering participation in the Centre Electronique Horloger (CEH) consortium, creators of the revolutionary Beta 21 quartz movement. With its bold geometric lines, imposing gold case, and groundbreaking electronic heart, the model stands as an emblem of the maison’s avant-garde design language during the technologically transformative Quartz Era.
The present example features an arresting deep blue dial enhanced by applied yellow gold indexes, a date window at three o’clock, and central seconds, a configuration that accentuates the piece’s sculptural presence. Complementing the impressive case is a magnificent 18K yellow gold pierced bracelet, exquisitely crafted and unmistakably Patek Philippe in its refinement and architectural detailing.
A rare and charismatic watch combining technological innovation, precious metal opulence, and period-defining aesthetics, the Ref. 3587/2 “Beta 21” remains one of the most compelling creations of Patek Philippe’s experimental 1970s golden age.
The present example features an arresting deep blue dial enhanced by applied yellow gold indexes, a date window at three o’clock, and central seconds, a configuration that accentuates the piece’s sculptural presence. Complementing the impressive case is a magnificent 18K yellow gold pierced bracelet, exquisitely crafted and unmistakably Patek Philippe in its refinement and architectural detailing.
A rare and charismatic watch combining technological innovation, precious metal opulence, and period-defining aesthetics, the Ref. 3587/2 “Beta 21” remains one of the most compelling creations of Patek Philippe’s experimental 1970s golden age.