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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 22, 1995
Patek Philippe & Cie., Genève, No.931278, case No.689464, ref. 600-1, circa 1956 Very fine 18 ct. pink gold keyless dress watch, specially ordered in 50 pieces by the King Ibn Saud, as presentation pieces.
C. Three piece, "variée carrure carrée", satine and polished. D. White enamel, with applied round and bâton ruby set indexes, the portrait of the King hand painted at the center. Gold "Dauphines" hands. M. 16-, rhodium plated, "fausses côtes" decoration, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring with swan neck micrometric index. Signed on the case and the movement. In excellent condition. Diam. 44 mm.