Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces.
Geneva, Nov 12, 2017
LOT 598
PATEK PHILIPPE, REF. 530, RETAILED BY ASTRUA, YELLOW GOLD A very fine and extremely rare, oversize, manual wind 18k yellow gold chronograph wristwatch.
CHF 150,000 - 250,000
HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000 / USD 150,000 - 250,000
Sold: CHF 305,000
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Grade: |
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Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-6-8-01 |
Good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Brand Patek Philippe
Model Calatrava
Reference Ref. 530
Year 1938, sold in 1939
Bracelet Leather strap
Numbers Movement N. 862'145, Case N. 506'218
Caliber 13'''
Dimensions 36.5 mm.
Signature Dial, case and movement.
Accessories Fitted box, extract from the archives
Notes
Known as one of the most elusive chronographs, the reference 530 has always attracted collectors due to its impressive presence of 36.5 mm. Launched in 1937, this example is one of the first manufactured as it was manufactured in 1938. Inherited over 30 years ago by a Swiss family, it has been kept since that time unused in the safe. Its excellent condition is reflected by the two crisp hallmarks on the side of the case and its thick and imposing lugs. With its movement number indicating one of the earliest serials known in the 530 family and retailed by Astrua and never offered on the auction market, a perfect combination for the Patek Philippe collector.