Patek Philippe
'175th Anniversary', Reference 5975R-001 | A limited edition pink gold multi-scale chronograph wristwatch made to commemorate the 175th anniversary of Patek Philippe | Circa 2014
Auction Closed
May 10, 02:36 PM GMT
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 28-520 automatic, 29 jewels
Movement number: 5’825’557
Case: 18k pink gold, snap-on case back
Case number: 4’685’551
Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, attestation, commemorative medal, product literature, instruction manual and presentation box
Please note the leather strap derived from endangered species is for display purposes only and is not sold with the watch. The watch will be shipped with a Sotheby’s branded calf leather strap.
Patek Philippe marked its 175th anniversary with a series of exclusive commemorative timepieces, including the highly sought-after reference 5975 Multi-Scale Chronograph. Produced in a strictly limited run of just 400 examples in pink gold, this exceptional wristwatch showcases three logarithmic scales: a tachymeter for measuring speed, a telemeter for calculating distance, and a pulsometer for tracking heart rate.
Beyond its functional appeal, the multi-scale chronograph design carries strong historical resonance, having been especially popular during the era of the World War II. In this sense, reference 5975 stands as both a technical instrument and a tribute to horological heritage, reinterpreted for the modern collector.
At the heart of the watch lies the CH 28-520 self-winding movement, developed specifically for this model. This sophisticated calibre features a traditional column wheel to control the chronograph functions, along with an advanced disk clutch system that minimizes friction and allows the central chronograph hand to run continuously as a seconds display.
Operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour and offering a power reserve of at least 50 hours, the movement reflects the pinnacle of precision engineering.