Signed Patek Philippe Genève, Ref. 570, Movement No. 922'684, Case No. 297'893, Manufactured in 1942

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Patek Philippe. A Fine 18k Pink Gold Wristwatch with Pink Dial
Signed Patek Philippe Genève, Ref. 570, Movement No. 922'684, Case No. 297'893, Manufactured in 1942
Movement: Manual, Cal. 12-120, 18 jewels
Dial: Pink, Roman and baton numerals, subsidiary seconds
Case: 18k pink gold, snap on back, 35.5mm diam.
Buckle: Associated gold buckle
Accompanied By: A Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on November 16, 1942

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Lot Essay

The reference 570 is one of the most appreciated and well-known vintage watches by Patek Philippe. Introduced in 1938, it is the "bigger brother" of reference 96. It remained in production until 1972.

With a 35.5 mm. diameter, the reference 570 was quite a large watch for the time, but it is the perfect size for the modern wrist. Furthermore, the flat bezel gives the watch an overall large profile when worn on the wrist in particular with the bold 20mm lug gauge for the strap. Offered for the first time publically, this is a very attractive example of a 'pink on pink' reference 570.

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