PATEK PHILIPPE | REF 3428PINK GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH ENAMEL DIALMADE IN 1961

Dial: white enamel Calibre: cal. 27-460 automatic, 30 jewels Movement number: 1'110'397 Case: 18k pink gold, screw-down back Case number: 2'614'545 Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle Dimensions: 35.5mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe presentation case and Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on October 25th, 1961

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: in very good original condition without signs of polishing and with clearly visible hallmarks underneath the lugs. The lugs still carry their full proportions to the best extent. There is visible wear to the case that can be seen with the naked eye. DIAL: enamel is in tact and in very good condition with minor blemishes. The crystal with wear throughout and the original PPC crown is still present. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

Reference 3428 replaced the legendary reference 2526 and differs only by its newer movement, the calibre 27-460. The reference 2526 is the first automatic wristwatch produced in series by Patek Philippe and therefore holds an important position in the history of the brand. For more information and an example of said reference, please refer to Lot 58 in this catalogue. 

What makes the reference 3428 collectible is the lower production volume in comparison to its predecessor, as the overall quantity is estimated to be less than 1'000 pieces. Of those, only a small portion were cased in pink. The present lot is one of them and there are believed to be only around 100 with the same metal.