Introduction
Famed for their intensely luxurious eye for detail and unparalleled heritage within the watchmaking industry, Patek Philippe has long been at the top of the horology pyramid. While their modern plaudits come from their infamously desirable wristwatches, the brand began life creating pocket watches, much like other watchmakers that began life during the 19th century and before. As such, it is pocket watches, like the example we have here draws attention to Patek Philippe’s original legendary aesthetic and unwavering level of craftsmanship. Featuring an 18kt yellow gold construction, a stunning vertically brushed salmon dial with applied gold indices and Arabic numerals alongside beautiful baton hands, crisp black inscriptions, and a sunken sub-seconds dial, this example’s display is a classily executed embodiment of style and decorum. Featuring a polished bezel that sits into the larger diameter of its mid-case that then wraps under the watch to meet its caseback just like its bezel, this pocket watch is a stunning example of why Patek Philippe has been widely regarded as one of horology’s best watchmakers for centuries - a reputation that they certainly have earned and will not lose any time soon judging by their constantly improving product line and back-log of truly iconic designs. Filled with character and rich details, it is timepieces like this pocket watch that showcase just how long Patek Philippe has been serving their A-game.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$4,000 – $8,000
The Details
Brand
Patek Philippe
Dimensions
47mm
Model
Pocket watch
Movement
Manual-wind
Reference
N/A
Bracelet
None
Year
Circa 1940s
Condition
Excellent
Material
18kt rose gold
Included
Pocket watch only
Dial Color
Salmon
Condition
Watch is in excellent overall condition. There is light wear visible on the case. Rose-copper colored dial with applied indexes in excellent condition with minor wear visible.
Our Perspective
A beautiful pocket watch inside and out, it is no surprise that Patek Philippe has been regarded as one of horology's best watchmakers when their early 20th century timepieces looked like this.