Important Watches I
Important Watches I
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Reference 2526 A pink gold wristwatch with enamel dial and bracelet, retailed by Serpico Y Laino, Made in 1956｜百達翡麗｜型號2526｜粉紅金鏈帶腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，由Serpico Y Laino發行，1956年製
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October 4, 09:30 AM GMT
Estimate
1,000,000 - 2,000,000 HKD
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PROPERTY FROM A COLLECTOR
Patek Philippe
Reference 2526
A pink gold wristwatch with enamel dial and bracelet, retailed by Serpico Y Laino, Made in 1956
百達翡麗
型號2526
粉紅金鏈帶腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，由Serpico Y Laino發行，1956年製
Dial: enamel
Calibre: cal. 12-600 AT automatic, 30 jewels
Movement number: 763'465
Case: 18k pink gold, screw down case back
Case number: 696'045
Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe bracelet and clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement; dial and case back further signed by the retailer
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1956 and its subsequent sale on 10th April 1957
附帶後補資料庫精粹
Reference 2526, launched in 1953, was the first self-winding wristwatch made by Patek Philippe and its production ceased in 1960.
The 2526 has become an iconic piece among collectors in today’s market due to the classic appearance of its case and the model's signature white enamel dial. Enamel dials are rarely found on wristwatches but are greatly favored for the 'ageless' finish of their surface which is not susceptible to the oxidation and moisture damage that can harm the finish of metal dials. Indeed, if well looked after, an enamel dial can maintain its original appearance indefinitely.
What makes the present piece standout is its double stamp as it was sold by legendary Venezuelan retailer Serpico Y Laino. The case back of the present watch is stamped with "S&L" and "18K", indicating it was sold by the retailer and the watch is preserved in very nice overall condition.
