Patek Philippe - Ref. 2497 "Gumbiner"

Manufacturer
Patek Philippe

Year
1953

Movement No
888'037

Reference No
2497

Case No
678'864

Model Name
"Gumbiner"

Material
18k yellow gold

Calibre
Manual, cal. 27SCQ, 18 jewels

Bracelet/Strap
Leather

Clasp/Buckle
18k yellow gold PPCo pin buckle

Dimensions
37mm diameter

Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1953 and its subsequent sale on October 31, 1955.

Condition Report:
Case: the case is preserved in excellent condition with crisp and deep steps to the lug and deep hallmarks beneath the lugs. The case has also developed a pleasing oxidation demonstrating the fact that is has not been worn for a very long time.

Dial: the dial is in excellent condition, there is a small scratch next to the 12 and another near the 2 o'clock markers

Movement: the movement is in excellent condition and running at time of cataloging, the calendar functions perform correctly