Patek Philippe

• cal. 12'''120 HU manual winding nickel lever movement, 18 jewels • 18k pink gold dial, applied Roman and baton indexes, outer revolving ring depicting the diurnal and nocturnal hours on silvered and black background with painted Arabic numerals • revolving bezel with engraved enamel names of 42 cities from around the world in French , teardrop lugs, snap-on back • case, dial and movement signed

The movement is running while cataloguing however it may require a service in the future to be well preserved. The dial is in good condition with some light signs of oxidation to the applied Roman numerals due to its age. Some scuffs between 9 and 11 o'clock but the dial retain its original patina with original lacquer. Numerals 18, 19, 20 to the outer revolving ring have slightly faded. Some light scuffs to the bezel and some of the city names have slightly faded. Overall this is a beautiful and well preserved example of this rare reference. Further accompanied by a Patek Philippe pouch.
"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."

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Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming sale on March 4th 1948.

Reference 1415 HU (Heure Universelle) was originally called the "Round-the-World Timer" or the "World-Wide Time Watch". It was introduced in 1939 and remained in production until 1954.

Some 115 movements were then upgraded for this model with the ingenious, patented world time mechanism invented by Louis Cottier, the celebrated Geneva watchmaker. Reference 1415 was either case in yellow or pink gold. Only one example in platinum is known to date.

This model was produced with a silvered or more exclusive pink dial until 1948. A few rare pieces with cloisonné enamel dial were made toward the end of the production.

The present watch is from the descendants of the original owner and is very well preserved. With its pink dial and 18k pink gold case it is a very sought after model.

This reference is illustrated in Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, Patek Philippe Wristwatches, Second Edition, pp. 243 - 247.