PATEK PHILIPPE

• cal. 13-130 nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance, 23 jewels, eight adjustments • two-tone pink dial, applied gold Arabic 12 and 6 o'clock and baton indexes, subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, outer tachometer scale • 18k pink gold case, unusual faceted lugs, rectangular chronograph pushers, engraved inscription to the snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial appears to have been cleaned at some point as some of the hard enamel on the signature is now lacking. The tachometer scale appears to have been partially re-printed. It is still in nice condition overall, with a strong two-tone look. The case has been polished and the lugs have lost some of their sharpness. The case bears some light scuffs from wear throughout. There is some oxidation to the band at the bottom chronograph pusher. The inscription to the case back reads 'Beautifully 40 my love, Patty,' although it is rubbed and difficult to read. The strap of this wristwatch is made from an endangered species; please refer to Important Notices for further information.
"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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production with pink dial in 1944 and sale on June 28th of the following year.

With its distinctive angular lugs and square buttons, this model, Ref. 1579, is among Patek Philippe's most iconic chronograph wristwatches. The first known example of this model dates to 1943, making the present lot among the first produced. Examples from this first generation differ from the later examples in that the enamel baton indexes were replaced around 1950 by applied square indexes.  

Our research indicates that fewer than ten examples in pink gold were produced annually over the two decade period during which this model was produced. The present example's desirability is enhanced by the very attractive two-tone detail of the pink dial.

The movement of an example from this reference is illustrated in Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Vol. 2, Second Edition, p. 265.