900Σ
Patek Philippe
Ref. 5500J
Pagoda
An unworn, very fine and rare limited edition yellow gold rectangular-shaped wristwatch with small seconds, applied Roman numerals, champagne dial, Certificate of Origin, attestation, commemorative medal and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 1,100 pieces made to commemorate the opening of Patek Philippe’s watchmaking facility in Geneva in 1997
- Estimate
- HK$70,000 - 120,000€7,700 - 13,300$9,000 - 15,400
HK$165,100
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- Circa 1997
- Reference No
- 5500J
- Movement No
- 1’858’475
- Case No
- 4’013’253
- Model Name
- Pagoda
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 215, 18 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 40.5mm length x 26.5mm width
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Patek Philippe SA Genève dated 27th October 1997, Attestation dated 27th October 1997, COSC certificate, 1997 commemorative watches book, commemorative medal, instruction manual, product literature, leather folio, Geneva Seal tag, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
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Catalogue Essay
Cased in classic 18K yellow gold, this example features the Patek Philippe Pagoda ref. 5500, showcasing a stunning champagne dial. The applied indexes blend seamlessly with the dial, creating a harmonious aesthetic on the wrist. With only 1,100 pieces produced in yellow gold, the dial beautifully complements the vertical Pagoda case.
This ref. 5500 was last seen at auction 16 years ago and has been kept in a safe since, preserving its virtually unworn condition from when it was originally sold. The watch even retains its hang tag attached to the strap and comes complete with its full set of accessories, including the Certificate of Origin, COSC certification and its original attestation.
This ref. 5500 was last seen at auction 16 years ago and has been kept in a safe since, preserving its virtually unworn condition from when it was originally sold. The watch even retains its hang tag attached to the strap and comes complete with its full set of accessories, including the Certificate of Origin, COSC certification and its original attestation.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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