Important Collectors’ Wristwatches, P...

New York, Jun 14, 2006

LOT 266

"Steel Ref. 565" Patek Philippe, Genève, No. 967862, case No. 661196, Ref. 565. Production of this reference started in 1938. Very fine and rare, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with an 18K white gold buckle. Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives.

USD 20,000 - 30,000

EUR 16,000 - 25,000

Sold: USD 12,390

C. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back. D. Matte silver with applied steel Breguet numerals, subsidiary seconds dial. Steel "feuille" hands. M. Cal. 12'''-120, rhodium-plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 21 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance, Breguet balance-spring, micrometer regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 35 mm. Thickness 10 mm. To be sold without reserve


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3-7

Good

Oxidized

Movement: 4-6*

Fair

Slightly oxidized

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-01

Good

HANDS Original