PATEK PHILIPPE | REF 2526PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET MADE IN 1955

Dial: metal Calibre: cal.12-600AT automatic, 30 jewels Movement number: 762'228 Case: 18k pink gold, screw-down back Case number: 691'278 Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe bracelet and clasp Dimensions: 35.5mm, bracelet circumference approx. 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on May 29th, 1956 

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: with visible scuffs, scratches and small dents throughout which is consistent with the age of the watch and regular use. There is a dent to the center of the case back. DIAL: in fair condition with a chip between 11 and 12. The plexi glass (signed Omega) is scratched and has a crack by 2 o'clock and 9 o clock. Please note that the dial is not enamel and is a metal replacement by Patek Philippe The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

The Reference 2526 was produced between 1953 and 1960. It is the first Patek Philippe wristwatch to be launched with an automatic movement, the calibre 12'''600 AT. With its high quality mechanism and classic proportions, the 2526 is widely recognized as one of the most appealing and collectible time-only Patek Philippe wristwatches.  An estimated 2'900 examples have been made and the vast majority of them were cased in yellow gold. Only about 12% of the overall production were sold in a pink gold case, as with the present lot.