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Lot 26
Patek Philippe. A Fine 18k Gold Wristwatch
Signed Patek Philippe & Co., Genève, Ref. 96, Movement No. 929'821, Case No. 300'578, Manufactured in 1946
Closed13 June 2018
Price Realised
USD 8,125
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Specialist note
Reference 96 is a landmark model in the history of Patek Philippe. It is the first model of the “Stern Era”, launched in 1932, the same year the Stern family acquired the company, and it is also the first model bearing a reference number. Furthermore, this reference is considered the archetype for the vintage “Calatrava” style, distinguished by the flowing lines of the case and subtle downturned lugs. The case back is engraved, "To Dad, From Arthur, 12-25-1958."
To the best of our knowledge this watch has never before been offered in public.
To the best of our knowledge this watch has never before been offered in public.