Patek Philippe

Exceptionally rare and preserved in amazing condition, this watch is believed to be one of only two yellow gold Ref 3472 known, made as a wristwatch to exist to date, and one of only four know Ref 3472 wristwatches made in all materials. The Ref 3472, was produced from 1962 until 1967 as a part of the "Futuriste collection", nicknamed the "Flying Saucer", the watch resembles the UFOs seen in the 1950s, 60s television shows.

More common to appear as a circular open face pendant watch, the dial, made by Stern Frères and polished bezel set into a slim, 'satined' outer case made by Baumgartner. For the present watch however only the circular inner case and polished bezel were used and perfectly fitted by Patek Philippe into a spectacular designed leather strap.

With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1963 and its subsequent sale on 18 November 1963.

In 1955, Patek Philippe collaborated with one of the great modern master designers, named Gilbert Albert, a talented artist and jeweler based in Geneva. At the age of 25, the genius Albert joined the manufacture and worked as a designer and head of the creative department at Patek Philippe for seven years. Inspired by the works of Brancusi and Mondrian, he incorporated their avant-garde designs into his own and the brand produced some of the most recognizable and iconic timepieces today during his era. To name a few the 'Ricochet', 'Flying Saucer', 'Asymétrie', 'Golf' and 'Tutti Frutti' all sought after by both collectors and museums alike, his pieces scarcely reach the secondary market and often reach large sums at auction. 

Gilbert Albert passed away on October 1, 2019, yet his legacy and impact on the world of watch and jewelry design continue to grow from generation to generation, the watch and jewelry appreciate his unique contribution, and his name is connected to some of the most sought-after timepieces ever made in the world.