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New York, Jun 18, 2008
LOT 78
Ref. 2456 Patek Philippe, Genève, No. 971837, case No. 656189, Ref. 2456. Production of this reference started in 1950. Very fine and rare, rectangular curved, flared, 18K yellow gold wristwatch.
USD 6,000 - 9,000
EUR 4,000 - 5,800
Sold: USD 9,000
C. Two-body, solid, polished, flared sides, pillar-shaped lugs, dedicated case back, flat-top crystal. D. Matte silver with applied faceted yellow gold dart and bâton indexes, subsidiary seconds dial. Yellow gold baton hands. M. Cal. 9'''-90, tonneau-shaped, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, bimetallic compensation balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring, micrometer regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 24 x 39 mm. Thickness 8 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-7-01 |
Good Oxidized HANDS Original |