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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 21, 1995
LOT 802
Patek Philippe & Cie. Genève, No. 798558, case No. 314867, ref. 789/1, circa 1963. Unusual 18 ct. gold "Ricochet" keyless dress watch.
CHF 4,500 - 5,500
C. Hand made massive, two piece circular, with bright cut decoration in a sun burst pattern. D. Gold with decoration en suite with the case. Gold "bâtons" bands. M. 10"', rhodium plated, " fausses côtes" decoration with Geneva quality marks, 18 jewels, straight fine lever escapement, Patek Philippe patented "Giromax" balance adjusted to heat and cold an five positions, shock resistant suspension, self compensated balance spring. Signed on the dial case and movement. In excellent condition. Diam. 39 mm.
