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Patek Philippe. A fine and Rare 18k Pink Gold Rectangular-shaped Wristwatch
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Patek Philippe. A fine and Rare 18k Pink Gold Rectangular-shaped Wristwatch

Signed Patek Philippe, Genève, Tour Eiffel Model, Ref. 2441, Movement No. 971'395, Case No. 653'904, Manufactured in 1949

Closed6 December 2018

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Patek Philippe. A fine and Rare 18k Pink Gold Rectangular-shaped Wristwatch
Signed Patek Philippe, Genève, Tour Eiffel Model, Ref. 2441, Movement No. 971'395, Case No. 653'904, Manufactured in 1949
Movement: Manual, Cal. 9'''90, 18 jewels
Dial: Silvered, Roman and baton numerals
Case: 18k pink gold rectangular-shaped, flared lugs, 25mm width, 40mm overall length
Buckle: Patek Philippe 18k pink gold buckle
Accompanied By: A Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on September 21, 1949

Specialist note

In production from 1948 to the late 50s, reference 2441 is now an icon among vintage Patek Philippe shape watches. Its elaborate lugs, with a marked resemblance to the base of the Eiffel Tower (hence its nickname "Tour Eiffel"), reflect the new found enthusiasm of the post-war era. They are nowadays considered a milestone of horological design, so much that this model served as inspiration for reference 5500, the so-called "Pagoda", a commemorative watch released in 1997 to celebrate the opening of the new Patek Philippe factory.

Patek Philippe commenced production of the reference 2441 in 1948. Manufacture continued until at least 1955 with a total of approximately only 200 pieces made.