• cal. 13-5 manual winding nickel lever movement, 20 jewels • silvered dial, applied baton indexes • satin-finished case with snap-on back • the watch set within a fancy bark finished tapered bracelet highlighted with cascading diamonds and baguette sapphires • case, dial, movement and bracelet signed

A very rare and very chic watch. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may benefit from a service soon. Dial in good condition. Case and bracelet with light scuffs from wear. The total diamond weight is approximately 0.56 ct.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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Together with Certificate of Origin dated August 30th, 1965, original invoice, and an Extract from the Archives confirming date of sale on August 27th, 1965.

The present lot is an extremely rare example and the only one of its type to have ever been offered at auction in white gold. This unusual model, Ref. 3289/24, has previously only been seen in three other examples ever before at auction, all in yellow gold. This lot is made even more collectible by retaining its original paperwork and box, making it a trophy for collectors of vintage Patek Philippe watches.

The stunning design of the present model at once recalls the 1960s creative design spirit of Patek Philippe, while at the same time appearing of-the-moment today. It was made under the leadership of celebrated designer Gilbert Albert, whose works for Patek Philippe are cherished for their innovative asymmetrical shapes that remain cutting-edge some fifty years later.