Patek Philippe

• cal. 27-460 automatic movement, 37 jewels, twice stamped with the seal of Geneva • silvered satin finished dial, applied white gold baton indexes, subsidiary seconds, luminescent hands • stainless steel case, down-turned lugs, screw-down back • case, dial and movement signed 

Movement running at the time of cataloguing. Case with scuffs and scratches throughout with indentations to band and case back, dial in good condition hands later and luminescent. This piece has not been tested for the accuracy of the time keeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and the movement may require a service at the buyer's expense.
"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."

Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on 29th March 1965, travel case and associated bracelet.

The reference 3466 was introduced in 1962, production ending 8 years later in 1970. In this time almost 1000 watches were made and of that number approximately 40 pieces have returned to the market.

To the best of our knowledge this is the first time this watch has been presented at auction.