Patek Philippe - Minute repeater, retailed by Cartier, Possibly Unique
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1919
Movement No
174’917
Case No
408’148, retailer stock no.: 18’116
Model Name
Minute repeater, retailed by Cartier, Possibly Unique
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, 31 jewels, stamped “HOX”
Dimensions
48mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, cuvette and movement signed, dial further signed by retailer
Accessories
Accompanied by Cartier fitted presentation box, 14K yellow and white gold chain stamped “207”. Further delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming its date of manufacture in 1919 and its subsequent date of sale on 20th May 1947.
Condition Report:
Case: The case is presented in excellent overall condition with signs of general wear from the past. The surface is presented with light hairlines throughout. The caseband has developed signs of patina towards the slider from ageing. The hinge is nice and tight. The hallmarks on the pendant remain nice and visible. The engravings on the cuvette remain nice and crisp. The watch chain and pendant are stamped by Cartier stock number.
Dial: The dial is presented in excellent condition with signs of natural ageing. The surface is generally clean and presented with light ageing marks at places and towards 10 o’clock. The hard enamel signature is nicely raised and preserved. The hands with light signs of patina from ageing.
Movement: The present example displays a minute repeating movement that functions properly during the cataloguing process. Please note that the movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended.
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1919
Movement No
174’917
Case No
408’148, retailer stock no.: 18’116
Model Name
Minute repeater, retailed by Cartier, Possibly Unique
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, 31 jewels, stamped “HOX”
Dimensions
48mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, cuvette and movement signed, dial further signed by retailer
Accessories
Accompanied by Cartier fitted presentation box, 14K yellow and white gold chain stamped “207”. Further delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming its date of manufacture in 1919 and its subsequent date of sale on 20th May 1947.
Condition Report:
Case: The case is presented in excellent overall condition with signs of general wear from the past. The surface is presented with light hairlines throughout. The caseband has developed signs of patina towards the slider from ageing. The hinge is nice and tight. The hallmarks on the pendant remain nice and visible. The engravings on the cuvette remain nice and crisp. The watch chain and pendant are stamped by Cartier stock number.
Dial: The dial is presented in excellent condition with signs of natural ageing. The surface is generally clean and presented with light ageing marks at places and towards 10 o’clock. The hard enamel signature is nicely raised and preserved. The hands with light signs of patina from ageing.
Movement: The present example displays a minute repeating movement that functions properly during the cataloguing process. Please note that the movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended.
