Lot Essay
With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1944 and its subsequent sale on 24 February 1948.
This watch is believed to be one of only sixteen examples of reference 605 HU in yellow gold fitted with a silvered dial to have been offered at auction to date.
Reference 605 was available in yellow and pink gold cases, either with a plain metal dial or a unique cloisonné enamel dial. The latter could depict individual continents, hemispheres or even the entire planet.
This watch is believed to be one of only sixteen examples of reference 605 HU in yellow gold fitted with a silvered dial to have been offered at auction to date.
Reference 605 was available in yellow and pink gold cases, either with a plain metal dial or a unique cloisonné enamel dial. The latter could depict individual continents, hemispheres or even the entire planet.