PATEK PHILIPPE | COMMEMORATIVE COIN BY GEORGE HANTZCIRCA 1900

Obverse: depicting Adrien Philippe and Antoine Patek within oval cartouche and partially bordered by oak leaves and laurel wreaths, outermost edge with Roman Numerals and minute trackReverse: with wreaths above and beneath central text reading: Manufacture / d'Horlogerie . Fondee en 1839 / Patek, Philippe et Cie / Societe . Anonyme . Du 1er Fv 1901 / Administrateurs: / A . Benassy = Philippe Pret / J. Perrier . Secr: A Conty / E. Philippe . Ale: G. SteinDimensions: 37 mmSigned: obverse and reverseAccessories: associated fitted case  

This lot is in very good condition with the text and reliefs crisp and sharp. Only minor surface wear and tarnishing is visible with the naked eye. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
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An extremely rare commemorative coin depicting Adrien Philippe and Antoine Patek, the two founders of Patek Philippe. The coin is very well preserved, having been kept in its fitted case, included in the present lot.