Important Watches I
Important Watches I
Patek Philippe
Reference 1518 A yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, Made in 1950｜百達翡麗｜型號1518｜黃金萬年曆計時腕錶，備月相顯示，1950年製
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October 4, 09:30 AM GMT
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Patek Philippe
Reference 1518
A yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, Made in 1950
百達翡麗
型號1518
黃金萬年曆計時腕錶，備月相顯示，1950年製
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 13"' mechanical, 23 jewels
Movement number: 868'002
Case: 18k yellow gold, snap on case back
Case number: 663'678
Closure: brown Patek Philippe alligator strap and 18k yellow gold buckle
Size: 35 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Photocopy of Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1950 and its subsequent sale on 19th December 1952
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The iconic Patek Philippe reference 1518 was launched in 1941 and was the first perpetual calendar chronograph to be manufactured in a series. The reference was in production for 12 years and was equipped with a 13-130 Q, a Valjoux ébauche finish to the highest standards by Patek Philippe. On average, 20 pieces were made each year, in yellow gold, pink gold and stainless steel.
The present example is extremely well preserved and was manufactured in 1950. This watch represents the last generation of 1518s and was sold at the time when the first 2499s were available. The case retains very thick and well proportion lugs with very strong hallmarks to the side and under the lug that are very easily seen. The case has also developed a very nice patina. The dial is equally as attractive rendering this watch a splendid example of one of the most classic references Patek Philippe ever made.