Lot 207
  • 207

Patek Philippe

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 CHF
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Description

  • A RARE 18K PINK GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH TWO-TONE DIAL, REGISTER AND TACHOMETER1955 REF 1463R MVT 868696 CASE 684704
  • diameter 35 mm
• cal. 13-130 manual winding movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 23 jewels, metal dust cover • rosé matte dial with applied pink gold Roman numerals 12 and 6 o'clock, 2 subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds and 30-minute register, outer scale calibrated for tachometer • 2 round chronograph pushers to the band, screw-down case back • case, dial and movement signed • 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle • Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 23 July 1955, presentation case

Condition

The movement is running while cataloguing however it may require a service in the near future in order to be well preserved. The dial shows one small spot between i and 2 o'clock. The case is in good condition with some very light scuffs on the bezel but this is barely visible and can be easily repolished. This watch is a rare example of 1463 with pink dial on pink gold case. It is overall in very good condition.
"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.

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Catalogue Note

Reference 1463 is one of the most popular of all Patek Philippe chronograph references. It is the only vintage chronograph model with rounded pushers and screw-down case back. When it made its debut in 1940, Ref. 1463 was Patek Philippe's first water resistant chronograph wristwatch, and was produced in less than 750 examples. It was the successor to Ref. 130, another iconic chronograph wristwatch with a snap back. The cases of the reference 1463 were made for Patek Philippe by Taubert (formerly Frerès Borgel) who was specialised in the manufacture of first quality water-resistant type watch cases. The addition of a dust or humidity proof cover further helped to protect the watch movement.

Reference 1463 was launched in 1940 and remained in production until approximately 1969, the majority cased in yellow gold. The present wristwatch is especially remarkable for its rare rosé dial set on an 18k pink gold case and its excellent condition.

For an archive image of a reference 1463, see Huber, M., & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, p.267, pl.412.