PATEK PHILIPPE | REF 492PINK GOLD CURVED WRISTWATCH WITH PINK DIAL AND BREGUET NUMERALSMADE IN 1942

Dial: salmon Calibre: cal. 9'''90 manual winding Movement number: 835'080 Case: 18k pink gold, snap-on back Case number: 627'917 Dimensions: 42 x 23 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on August 17th, 1942

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: in great condition with sharp and well-defined lugs and steps. Hallmarks on the band are very crisp. There is some surface wear visible to the naked eye and there are a few scratches visible on the edges of the back case. The case is in unpolished condition. DIAL: in good condition with very light spotting and very light surface scratches. Hands and indexes with light tarnishing. There are a few pinhead dings to the crystal. This watch is in overall fantastic original condition. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

The present lot has been retained in excellent and highly attractive overall condition. The case is as crisp as one could expect with beautiful lines and facets. In addition, the hallmark and French import marks to the side of the case are as crisp as could be. The dial is pink and finished with crisp Breguet numerals, both of which are confirmed on the extract from the Patek Philippe archives. Reference 492 was in production from 1936 until the late 1940’s. The Art Deco style case of was designed to fit around the wrist and it also carries the nickname, "Railway" due to the stepped sides of the case that appear much like a railway track.

This highly elegant reference served as the inspiration for the creation of reference 5105, the limited edition made to commemorate the reopening of Patek Philippe's Salons in Geneva.