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'Pulsometer' reference 1463 Montre bracelet chronographe en or jaune et pulsomètre | Yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with pulsometer scale Vers 1966 | Circa 1966
Lot Closed
March 20, 03:01 PM GMT
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 EUR
Lot Details
Description
Patek Philippe
'Pulsometer' reference 1463
Montre bracelet chronographe en or jaune et cadran pulsomètre |
Yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with pulsometer scale dial
Vers 1966 |
Circa 1966
Cadran: argenté
Calibre: cal. 13-130 remontage manuel, 23 rubis
Numéro de mouvement: 869'178
Boîtier: or jaune 18K (750°/00), fond vissé et cache poussière en métal, gravure personnalisée sur le fond
Numéro de boîtier: 2'647'867
Fermoir: bracelet Patek Philippe en alligator et boucle ardillon en or jaune 18K (750°/00)
Dimensions: 35 mm
Signé: boîtier, cadran et mouvement
Ecrin: non
Papiers: non
Accessoires: extrait des archives Patek Philippe confirmant la date de manufacture en 1966 et la date de vente au 31 mai 1967
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 13-130 manual winding, 23 jewels
Movement number: 869'178
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw-down back and metal dust cover, personnalized ingraving on the back
Case number: 2'647'867
Closure: Patek Philippe alligator strap and 18k yellow gold pin buckle
Size: 35 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe extract from the archives confirming date of manufacture in 1966 and date of sale May 31st 1967
Poids brut 59.10 g |
Gross weight 59.10 g
The reference 1463 was introduced by Patek Philippe in 1940 as the manufactures first water resistant chronograph. While it was released only four years after the iconic reference 130, the reference 1463 radically differentiates itself by having a larger case with screw-down back and round chronograph pushers. Thanks to its sport and masculine proportions giving it a timeless appeal, the 1463 is an extremely sought-after reference and a collector’s favourite.
Reference 1463 can be divided into three different series and was produced in yellow gold, pink gold and stainless steel, with an estimated overall production of less than 750 pieces.
- The first series produced until 1945 is distinguished by rather straight and flat lugs paired with a thick no-step bezel and a small domed crown.
- The second series produced until 1961 bears heavier lugs that are curling downwards at the end, a thinner bezel and a larger crown.
- The third and last series in production until its discontinuation around 1969 is recognizable by its more minimalist dial layout without the outer "chemin de fer" and again with flatter case band and lugs.
The present example belongs to the ultimate series. The absence of the rail track is perfect for the integration of the pulsometer. Graduated for 15 pulsations, it enhances the beauty of the well-preserved dial.
The pulsometer scale is rarely seen on 1463. It was a special feature, usually fitted upon special request. For a total of 750 pieces, just over 20 of them are known with a pulsation dial, which represents less than 3%. Furthermore, this present lot is one of only 5 known examples in yellow gold third series 1463 with such a dial.
The inside of the case back is stamped 'FB', the maker's mark for Taubert & Fils. From the late 19th century, when it existed under the name Frères Borgel, Taubert & Fils was one of the finest Geneva-based case makers and specialized in water-resistant cases. It is also engraved ‘Vacuum’ confirming the water resistance of the watch.
Preserved in attractive condition, it is the first time this watch is presented on the international market. It has remained within a noble European family for over 50 years and was offered as an engagement present, explaining the presence of the engraving on the case back.
The 1463 is gaining more and more recognition from seasoned collectors, making them appear less and less frequently on the market. This present lot is an incredible opportunity to acquire a wonderful and fresh to the market example with a rare and attractive dial configuration.