The following two lots, 110 and 111, are both fitted with additional glazed case backs beautifully revealing the state of the art mechanics. Glazed backs were generally not used until the early 1980s and consequently not available for these two watches at the time of production. However it was not uncommon for collectors to request, either at Patek Philippe or a watchmaker or jeweller of their choice, a glazed back made to measure for their cherished timepiece. Even though unclear at which stage and by whom the present glazed backs were made, they stand out by their exceptional quality and nice fit and are great added value for its owner, especially since the original solid backs are still present.

Patek Philippe. A fine and rare 18K white gold automatic wristwatch with date and glazed display screw back

SIGNED PATEK PHILIPPE, GENÈVE, REF. 3445, MOVEMENT NO. 1'231'132, CASE NO. 330'069, MANUFACTURED IN 1971

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Patek Philippe. A fine and rare 18K white gold automatic wristwatch with date and glazed display screw back
Signed Patek Philippe, Genève, ref. 3445, movement no. 1'231'132, case no. 330'069, manufactured in 1971
Cal. 27-460 M nickel-finished lever movement stamped twice with the Geneva seal, 37 jewels, Gyromax balance, free sprung regulator, 18K gold rotor, blue brushed dial, applied white gold baton numerals, subsidiary seconds, window for date, circular water-resistant-type case, faceted lugs, screw back, 18K white gold Patek Philippe buckle, case, dial and movement signed
35 mm. diam.

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Lot Essay

With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1971 and its subsequent sale on 4 December 1972. Furthermore delivered with 18K white gold solid screw back numbered 330'069, ref. 3445.

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