Lot Essay
This 'World Time' wristwatch by Patek Philippe appears to be the smallest model known to date.
SIGNED PATEK PHILIPPE & CO., GENÈVE, NO. 821239, CIRCA 1931
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Patek Philippe. A rare and small 18K gold 'World Time' wristwatch
Signed Patek Philippe & Co., Genève, No. 821239, circa 1931
10''', with nickel finished lever movement, 18 jewels, wolf's tooth winding, the silvered matt dial with Roman numerals, outer revolving chapter ring in black and white with 24 hour indication, the revolving bezel with engraved names of various cities, the circular case (No. 618276) with engraved initials on snap on back, together with an 18K gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp, case, dial and movement signed
28 mm. diam.
Signed Patek Philippe & Co., Genève, No. 821239, circa 1931
10''', with nickel finished lever movement, 18 jewels, wolf's tooth winding, the silvered matt dial with Roman numerals, outer revolving chapter ring in black and white with 24 hour indication, the revolving bezel with engraved names of various cities, the circular case (No. 618276) with engraved initials on snap on back, together with an 18K gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp, case, dial and movement signed
28 mm. diam.