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Patek Philippe
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- A FINE AND RARE 18K YELLOW GOLD DUAL TIME ZONE WRISTWATCH WITH ADDITIONAL JUMPING HOUR HAND1961 REF 2597 HEURES SAUTANTES MVT 729428 CASE 310503
- yellow gold
- diameter 35 mm
• cal.12-400 HS manual winding nickel lever movement stamped twice with the Geneva seal, 18 jewels • silvered dial with applied gold baton indexes, subsidiary seconds, three dauphine hands • two buttons in the band to advance or retard the blued steel jumping hour hand, snap case back • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k gold Patek Philippe buckle
Condition
The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service in the near future to be well preserved. Over the past 38 years, the watch has been in a safety deposit box and taken out only once for service. Dial in good condition. Case showing oxidation and some light scuffs.
The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
With an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on October 14th, 1965. Together with a fitted box.
In March 1962, four years after its initial launch, Ref. 2597 HS was updated to include an additional hour hand, which was forged in blued steel to stand out from the gold dauphine home time hands. This version of the 'Heures Sautantes' model enabled two time zones to be indicated at the same time.
It is estimated that three-handed models made up only one-tenth of Ref. 2597's already limited production run of approximately 100 pieces in total. The present lot is being offered for the first time at auction by the family of the original owner, and according to our research has never been offered at auction before.
It is fascinating to note that movement number 729427, one digit earlier than the present lot, is illustrated in Huber, M., and Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, First Edition, pp. 183. The text notes that this example was kept for the museum, making the present lot of immeasurable significance for collectors.
The inspiration for Patek Philippe's modern travel time wristwatches are clearly drawn from the original Ref. 2597 HS and still feature an independently adjustable jumping hour hand. For an illustration of the concept's longevity, see lots 106 and 191, modern travel time wristwatches from the firm with remarkably similar designs.
For further history on Ref. 2597 and Louis Cottier, see the previous two lots.
In March 1962, four years after its initial launch, Ref. 2597 HS was updated to include an additional hour hand, which was forged in blued steel to stand out from the gold dauphine home time hands. This version of the 'Heures Sautantes' model enabled two time zones to be indicated at the same time.
It is estimated that three-handed models made up only one-tenth of Ref. 2597's already limited production run of approximately 100 pieces in total. The present lot is being offered for the first time at auction by the family of the original owner, and according to our research has never been offered at auction before.
It is fascinating to note that movement number 729427, one digit earlier than the present lot, is illustrated in Huber, M., and Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, First Edition, pp. 183. The text notes that this example was kept for the museum, making the present lot of immeasurable significance for collectors.
The inspiration for Patek Philippe's modern travel time wristwatches are clearly drawn from the original Ref. 2597 HS and still feature an independently adjustable jumping hour hand. For an illustration of the concept's longevity, see lots 106 and 191, modern travel time wristwatches from the firm with remarkably similar designs.
For further history on Ref. 2597 and Louis Cottier, see the previous two lots.