Important Wristwatches, Watches & Clocks
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 17, 1992
Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, No. 752759, case No. 2864672, Ref 3969, special series of 500 pieces only, produced expressely for the 150th anniversary of Patek Philippe in April 1989, 450 examples in pink gold, and 50 in platinum, with certificate and the medal commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the company. Very fine tonneau shaped, jumping-hour, 18ct pink gold gentleman's wristwatch.
C. massive, polished, satined, dedicated back. D. mat silver with painted Arabic numerals for the minutes, aperture for the jumping-hours. M. 215 HG Geneva Quality Hall Mark, rhodiumed, "fausses côtes" decoration, 18 jewels, lever escapement, Giromax balance adjusted to heat, cold isochronism and 5 positions, self-compensating flat balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. In excellent condition. Dim. 28 x 29 mm.