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Founded in 1839 in Switzerland, Patek Philippe is one of the most renowned watch manufacturers in the world, and has been
at the forefront of pioneering watch movements and mechanisms. Among their numerous achievements are the first keyless
watch, the first wristwatch with a perpetual calendar, and watches with the most sophisticated complications in the world,
such as the Calibre 89. Many of these innovative timepieces, dating from the 16
th
century onwards, are showcased at the Patek
Philippe museum in Geneva.
“When you buy a Patek Philippe, you buy a timeless piece of art.”
THIERRY STERN, CEO OF PATEK PHILIPPE
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PATEK PHILIPPE: MEN’S 18K YELLOW
GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH,
REF. 3445
Men’s 18K yellow gold wristwatch, ref. 3445, 37 jewel
automatic movement no. 1122755 adjusted to 8
positions with 18K gold rotor, cal. 27-260M, round 2
piece screwback case no. 317997, with stepped bezel,
silver dial, yellow gold batonmarkers, yellow gold hands,
date aperture at 3 o’clock, attached to a leather strap
and a signed Patek Philippe 18K yellow gold buckle, 35
mm dial. Dial, case and movement signed.
With an archival record of registered details and sale
from Patek Philippe Geneve
$ 10,000 ‒ 15,000
Rs 7,40,000 ‒ 11,10,000
This lot is offered at NO RESERVE
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please check import/export regulations for exotic leather in your
country prior to bidding on this lot.
PROVENANCE
Saffronart, 6-7 April 2011, lot 63
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