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PATEK PHILIPPE | CALATRAVA, REFERENCE 3520/10 WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH MADE IN 1969
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Patek Philippe
- CALATRAVA, REFERENCE 3520/10 WHITE GOLD BRACELET WATCH MADE IN 1969
Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 175 manual winding, 18 jewels Movement number: 1’161’869 Case: 18ct white gold, screw-down back Case number: 2’673’604 Closure: integrated 18ct white gold bracelet with clasp Dimensions: 32mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on July 8, 1969, Patek Philippe marketing leaflet and presentation case
Condition
DIAL: in very good condition. Hands are in very good condition. CASE: in overall good condition with some minor marks to the top bezel. Bracelet bearing a welding mark along the width of the bracelet located at 22mm from the end of the clasp. MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing Please note that the movement has not been tested for 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
The reference 3520 was produced for more than 40 years, between 1965 and 2008. At its launch, Patek Philippe advertised it as the thinnest waterproof watch in the world.
The present watch is part of the first series (1965-1977) as it bears the calibre 175.
It also belongs to the 3520 'D' production which is characterized by the decorated clou de Paris bezel. The 3520 D was discontinued in 1998, 10 years earlier to the standard model.
The present watch is part of the first series (1965-1977) as it bears the calibre 175.
It also belongs to the 3520 'D' production which is characterized by the decorated clou de Paris bezel. The 3520 D was discontinued in 1998, 10 years earlier to the standard model.