Important Watches
Important Watches
Patek Philippe | Calatrava, Reference 96, A yellow gold wristwatch, Retailed by Tiffany & Co., Made in 1944 | 百達翡麗 | Calatrava 型號96 黃金腕錶，由 Tiffany & Co. 發行，1944年製
Auction Closed
April 23, 08:19 AM GMT
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
Lot Details
Description
Patek Philippe
百達翡麗
Calatrava, Reference 96
A yellow gold wristwatch, Retailed by Tiffany & Co., Made in 1944
Calatrava 型號96
黃金腕錶，由 Tiffany & Co. 發行，1944年製
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Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 12-120 SC mechanical, 20 jewels
Movement number: 864'524
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back
Case number: 299'237
Closure: brown unsigned alligator strap and gilt buckle
Size: 31 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with silvered dial, raised gold Breguet numerals in 1944 and its subsequent sale on 1 October 1945
Highly sought after among enthusiasts of vintage Patek Philippe, the present watch reference 96 has transcended as an indicator today of sophistication and modesty. The reference first emerged into the market during World War I when it gained immense popularity for its precision timekeeping ability and simplistic design. The epitome of understated elegance, the present watch is further enhanced with an exclusive Tiffany & Co. retailer signature that exemplifies the long relationship between the two partners.