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Lot Essay
US$25,000-40,000
With Patek Philippe slip case and Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with onyx dial, 52 diamonds to the bezel weighing approximately 4.47 carats in 1982 and its subsequent sale on 30 August 1982.
This superb watch is exceedingly rare and is for the first time ever offered at auction here at Christie's. To the best of our knowledge, this is the only known example of such a model to have been offered in public to date and represents a fantastic opportunity for the collector of fine and exclusive timepieces by Patek Philippe.
The present watch, a paragon of elegance, impresses by its excellent overall condition and its freshness to the market.
With Patek Philippe slip case and Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with onyx dial, 52 diamonds to the bezel weighing approximately 4.47 carats in 1982 and its subsequent sale on 30 August 1982.
This superb watch is exceedingly rare and is for the first time ever offered at auction here at Christie's. To the best of our knowledge, this is the only known example of such a model to have been offered in public to date and represents a fantastic opportunity for the collector of fine and exclusive timepieces by Patek Philippe.
The present watch, a paragon of elegance, impresses by its excellent overall condition and its freshness to the market.