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Patek Philippe. A fine and rare rectangular platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with bracelet
Lot 35

Patek Philippe. A fine and rare rectangular platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with bracelet

SIGNED PATEK PHILIPPE, GENÈVE, RETAILED BY GÜBELIN, REF. 2461, MOVEMENT NO. 972'768, CASE NO. 661'421, MANUFACTURED IN 1950

Closed14 May 2012

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Patek Philippe. A fine and rare rectangular platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with bracelet
Signed Patek Philippe, Genève, retailed by Gübelin, ref. 2461, movement no. 972'768, case no. 661'421, manufactured in 1950
Cal. 9'''90 rectangular-shaped mechanical movement, 18 jewels, silvered matte dial, diamond-set numerals, subsidiary seconds, rectangular case, curved sides, faceted glass, curved snap on back, associated platinum bracelet and deployant clasp, case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer
33 mm. length

Specialist note

With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with diamond hour markers in 1950 and its subsequent sale on 26 February 1951.

Consigned by a private this watch has never been offered at auction before and is distinguished by its very appealing, original overall condition. It is furthermore believed to be the only example of a reference 2461 in this particular configuration and featuring the retailer's signature Gübelin to appear in public to date.

Reference 2461 was launched in 1950 and is the successor of reference 425. The model is distinguished by its elegant design.