Patek Philippe - Ref. 1436
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1946
Movement No
863’959
Reference No
1436
Case No
655’636
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, cal. 13''', 25 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle
Dimensions
33mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe letter of restoration, service invoice, slip case and associated Patek Philippe presentation box. Further delivered with two Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1946 and its subsequent sale on 28 October 1949.
Condition Report:
Case: The case is presented in excellent overall condition. The surface is presented with some scuffs and hairlines. The hallmarks remain deep and crisp.
Dial: The dial is presented in excellent overall condition. Please note that the dial has been professionally restored by Patek Philippe according to the original aesthetic. The details carried out are outlined in the letter of restoration.
Movement: The present example displays a split-second chronograph movement that functions properly during the cataloguing process. Please note that the movement has not been tested for accuracy.
u003cstrongu003ePlease note that a complete service and restoration have been done on the watch by Patek Philippe on 14 November 2024. Please see restoration letter or contact our department for more information.
Please note that during our cataloguing research, we discovered another known ref. 1436 bearing the serial numbers 863'957/655'636. We have contacted Patek Philippe regarding this and the present watch bearing serial numbers 863’959/655’636 was sent back to the manufacture in Geneva for a full assessment. The following is the written correspondence from Patek Philippe:
u003cemu003eAfter fully assessing the timepiece, we can confirm that the previously issued Extract from the Archives is correct.
We can confirm that the Extract from the Archives related to the timepiece bearing the serial numbers 863957/655636 is also correct.u003c/emu003e
An intriguing instance that two Patek Philippe ref. 1436 bearing the same case numbers have both been confirmed correct by the manufacture.
In addition, Patek Philippe kindly offered a complimentary complete service of the present watch before May 2031. u003c/strongu003e
Σ ENDANGERED SPECIES
Lots with this symbol have been identified at the time of cataloguing as containing endangered or other protected species of wildlife which may be subject to restrictions regarding export or import and which may require permits for export as well as import. Please be advised that wristbands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) We reserve the right to remove these bands before shipping. Please refer to Paragraph 4 of the Guide for Prospective Buyers and Paragraph 11 of the Conditions of Sale or contact the department for further information.
Provenance:
First State Auctions Australia, 13-19 November 2023.
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1946
Movement No
863’959
Reference No
1436
Case No
655’636
Material
18K yellow gold
Calibre
Manual, cal. 13''', 25 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle
Dimensions
33mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe letter of restoration, service invoice, slip case and associated Patek Philippe presentation box. Further delivered with two Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1946 and its subsequent sale on 28 October 1949.
Condition Report:
Case: The case is presented in excellent overall condition. The surface is presented with some scuffs and hairlines. The hallmarks remain deep and crisp.
Dial: The dial is presented in excellent overall condition. Please note that the dial has been professionally restored by Patek Philippe according to the original aesthetic. The details carried out are outlined in the letter of restoration.
Movement: The present example displays a split-second chronograph movement that functions properly during the cataloguing process. Please note that the movement has not been tested for accuracy.
u003cstrongu003ePlease note that a complete service and restoration have been done on the watch by Patek Philippe on 14 November 2024. Please see restoration letter or contact our department for more information.
Please note that during our cataloguing research, we discovered another known ref. 1436 bearing the serial numbers 863'957/655'636. We have contacted Patek Philippe regarding this and the present watch bearing serial numbers 863’959/655’636 was sent back to the manufacture in Geneva for a full assessment. The following is the written correspondence from Patek Philippe:
u003cemu003eAfter fully assessing the timepiece, we can confirm that the previously issued Extract from the Archives is correct.
We can confirm that the Extract from the Archives related to the timepiece bearing the serial numbers 863957/655636 is also correct.u003c/emu003e
An intriguing instance that two Patek Philippe ref. 1436 bearing the same case numbers have both been confirmed correct by the manufacture.
In addition, Patek Philippe kindly offered a complimentary complete service of the present watch before May 2031. u003c/strongu003e
Σ ENDANGERED SPECIES
Lots with this symbol have been identified at the time of cataloguing as containing endangered or other protected species of wildlife which may be subject to restrictions regarding export or import and which may require permits for export as well as import. Please be advised that wristbands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) We reserve the right to remove these bands before shipping. Please refer to Paragraph 4 of the Guide for Prospective Buyers and Paragraph 11 of the Conditions of Sale or contact the department for further information.
Provenance:
First State Auctions Australia, 13-19 November 2023.
