Lot 218
  • 218

Patek Philippe

Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE YELLOW GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND BREGUET NUMERALS1947 REF 130J MVT 867341 CASE 653363
  • DIAMETER 33 MM
• cal. 13''' manual winding damascened nickel lever movement, 23 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, 8 adjustments, precision regulator • silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals, spade hands, two subsidiary dials indicating seconds and 30-minute register • 18k yellow gold case with scooped bezel, down-turned lugs, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement running and all functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. Dial with some signs of ageing. Numerals with some tarnishing. Small marks and light spots to the dial. Minor scuffs to the case, hallmark is still clear and visible. This is a very good example of this reference in original aged condition with good patina. REF 130J. Movement 867341. Case 653363.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1947 and sale on December 10th, 1948. The Extract further confirms that the watch left the factory with applied gold Breguet numerals.

Featuring Breguet numerals, the present watch is also notable for its lack of tachometer scale. The lack of tachometer scale creates a clean dial with an apparent larger surface area and enlarged subsidiary dials. The result is an appearance quite different from that seen in the standard reference 130.
A similar watch is illustrated in Negretti, G., De Vecchi, P., Patek Philippe, 1999, p.96-97.