Signed Patek Philippe & Cie., Genève, Ref. 130, Movement No. 862'261, Case No. 619'466, Manufactured in 1939

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Patek Philippe. An 18k Gold Chronograph Wristwatch
Signed Patek Philippe & Cie., Genève, Ref. 130, Movement No. 862'261, Case No. 619'466, Manufactured in 1939
Movement: Manual, Cal. 13''', 23 jewels
Dial: Silvered, baton and roman numerals, tachymeter scale, two subsidiary dials
Case: 18k Gold, snap on back, two rectangular buttons in the band, inside case back stamped 14 Novembre 1939, 33mm diam.
Strap/Clasp: Patek Philippe crocodile strap, associated 18k gold deployant clasp
Accompanied by: A Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on October 11th, 1939

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Lot Essay

A cornerstone of any Patek Philippe collection, the reference 130 perfectly captures the spirit of the golden age of watchmaking: the dial is very legible and clean, but still with scales and graduations, as opposed to the minimalist trends of the 1960s and 1970s. The case is in typical Calatrava style, similar to pieces like the immortal reference 96. The lines and gently downturned lugs strike the perfect balance between elegance, voluptuousness and masculinity.

Made in 1939, this fresh to market watch represents an early pre-WWII reference 130 with a case made by Emile Vichet (key mark 9). The attractive PATEK PHILIPPE & CIE long signature and applied roman and baton numerals further make this watch an attractive example. It has French outside and inside hallmarks, further stamped on the inside case FAB. SUISSE.

This model is illustrated in Patek Philippe Museum - Patek Philippe Watches Volume II, pp. 263-265.

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