Patek Philippe - Ref. 2497 "First Series" "Secondi al Centro"

Manufacturer
Patek Philippe

Year
1953

Movement No
888‘040

Reference No
2497 "First Series"

Case No
678‘867

Model Name
"Secondi al Centro"

Material
18K yellow gold

Calibre
Manual, cal. 27SC Q, 18 jewels

Bracelet/Strap
18K yellow gold Patek Philippe mesh bracelet, max length 195mm

Clasp/Buckle
18K yellow gold Patek Philippe clasp

Dimensions
37mm diameter

Signed
Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed

Accessories
Accompanied by a later Patek Philippe presentation box. Further delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present timepiece in 1953 and its subsequent sale on 28 March 1955.

Condition Report:
Case: The case is preserved in excellent overall condition for its age. The lugs have strong fluting and robust proportions. The surface is presented with some light dings and scuffs. The hallmarks remain deep and crisp. The bracelet is presented in excellent overall condition with crisp hallmarks.

Dial: The dial is preserved in excellent overall condition for its age with only a few minor signs of aging observed under a loupe. The enamel signature is strong and the accent above the “e” in Genève still visible. There are only some slight loss of material on the date numbers “25” and “29”.

Movement: The present example displays a perpetual calendar movement that functions properly, date advances past midnight during the cataloguing process. Please note that the movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended.

Provenance:
Phillips Geneva, u003cemu003eGeneva Watch Auction: FOURu003c/emu003e, 12 November 2016, lot 193