Patek Philippe
Reference 572 'Pink on Pink' | A pink gold wristwatch with interchangeable lugs and pink dial, Made in 1938
No reserve
Auction Closed
December 8, 10:03 PM GMT
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: pink
Caliber: cal. 12 120 mechanical, 18 jewels
Movement number: 828'523
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on case back
Case number: 617'869
Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe buckle
Size: 31 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial, and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the year of manufacture in 1938 and date of sale on 28 October 1938
Launched in 1937 and produced until at least 1941, reference 572 is distinguished for its unusual case design. The trapezoid-shaped hinged lugs feature a click system to accommodate a specially designed leather strap with a variety of hooks such a T-bar lugs, a cord bracelet, or, as in this example, a pin buckle. The two-piece case was crafted by Antoine Gerlach, as indicated by the key number 4 stamped inside the case back.
Although the case measures just 31 mm, it wears slightly larger thanks to its elongated lugs and strap. Pink-on-pink Patek pieces are highly sought after, and we are pleased to offer this lovely example, seldom seen on the market.