PATEK PHILIPPE

• cal. 13-130 nickel lever movement, mono-metallic compensation balance, micrometer regulator, 23 jewels, eight adjustments • pink dial, inner applied pink gold Roman and dot indexes, outer chapter ring calibrated for 30 pulsations, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register • 18k pink gold case, two square chronograph pushers to the band, downturned lugs, snap back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k pink gold brick-form associated bracelet

The movement is running and chronograph appears to function, however it might soon need to be cleaned and oiled. The dial is in nice condition with some discoloration throughout and some light surface spots and light scratches. The hard enamel printing is in nice condition. The case appears to have been lightly polished over time, however it is generally in nice condition with light surface scuffs and general wear. The inside of the case back shows some scratches and scuffs. The bracelet is not made by Patek Philippe, however it is stamped for 18k gold.
"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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Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production with pink dial in 1940 and sale on November 19th of that year.

Examples from Ref. 533 were mostly produced with tachometer scales. The present lot, however, is calibrated for pulsations. While the Extract notes that the watch left Patek Philippe with a tachometer scale, the original owner of this watch was a physician, and likely had the dial changed at the point of sale to better assist him in his day-to-day medical work. It should be noted that this watch is being offered for sale by his family.

According to our research, the present example is one of four from this model to appear at auction with a pulsations dial. Of those, it is one of only two calibrated for 30 pulsations, while the other two examples were calibrated for 15 pulsations. To the best of our knowledge, this is the fist time the present example has been offered at auction.

For a note on Ref. 533 and an example in yellow gold, see lot 198.