Introduction
Launched in 2007 as a contemporary interpretation of an Art Deco-inspired timepiece from 1927, the Patek Philippe Gondolo ref. 5098 is a tonneau-shaped timepiece that features a tasteful level of classy exuberance. Featuring a curved 18kt rose gold case with an elaborately finished silver and salmon dial with a hand-guilloched engraving, the ref. 5098R, which debuted in 2009, is a beautifully designed timepiece that is flooded with landmarks that celebrate its Art Deco inspiration such as its visible lug screws, thick polished bezel, general tonneau shape and blend of Breguet Arabic numerals and oval-shaped railroad-style minute track. A wonderfully elegant watch, its monochromatic color scheme blends its black dial inscriptions, black pear-shaped hands, and a black leather strap with its contrasting silver and salmon dial and 18kt rose gold case to wonderful effect. Powered by the manual-wind cal. 25-21 REC AIG 2 movement that was developed specifically for the rectangular void in the ref. 5098R's case, it is a truly exclusive timepiece inside and out.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers, Hang Tag
Est. value range
$10,000 – $15,000
The Details
Brand
Patek Philippe
Dimensions
32mm x 42mm
Model
Gondolo
Movement
Manual-wind cal. 25-21 REC AIG 2
Reference
5098R
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2011
Condition
Near mint
Material
18kt rose gold
Included
Watch, box, and papers
Dial Color
Silver and Salmon
THE DIAL
Engraved by hand, the ref. 5098r's stunning two-tone silver and salmon dial sports an elaborate guilloche pattern that provides an enchanting backdrop for its black-oxidized white gold hands.
THE MOVEMENT
Designed specifically for the ref. 5098, it is powered by the cal. 25-21 REC AIG 2 which features some beautiful architecture and spectacular finishing.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall near-mint condition. The rose gold case shows light signs of wear to the bezel and case sides, while the display case back remains very clean with well-defined hallmarks and stamps. The dial and hands remain near mint. It is fitted with a Patek Philippe alligator strap and a rose gold pin buckle, both remaining in near-mint condition. Comes complete with box, Certificate of Origin, booklets, document holder, hangtag, and associated paperwork.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
Designed to look almost identical to a Patek Philippe wrist watch from 1917, the ref. 5098 made use of a hand-engraved engine-turned dial to pay homage to an earlier period when this dial style was more commonly found.
Justin Gruenberg
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