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Patek Philippe
Ref. 5500G
Pagoda
A “like-new”, very fine and rare limited edition white gold rectangular-shaped wristwatch with small seconds, applied Roman numerals, “Salmon” dial, Certificate of Origin, attestation, commemorative medal and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 250 pieces made to commemorate the opening of Patek Philippe’s watchmaking facility in Geneva in 1997
- Estimate
- HK$80,000 - 160,000€8,800 - 17,700$10,300 - 20,500
HK$254,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- Circa 1997
- Reference No
- 5500G
- Movement No
- 1’857’968
- Case No
- 4’014’732
- Model Name
- Pagoda
- Material
- 18K white gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 215, 18 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K white 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 Gübelin A.G. dated 10th December 1997, Attestation, 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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Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The present example showcases the Patek Philippe Pagoda ref. 5500 in white gold where it holds the distinction of being the most sought after among all the materials and features the most striking salmon dial within the collection. Only 250 white gold examples made, the dial stands out nicely against the sleek, white gold vertical Pagoda case.
Exuding elegance, this timepiece serves as the ideal dress watch for a gentleman. The present ref. 5500, was first seen in auction 16 years ago and kept in a safe since then, retaining the unworn condition when it was first sold. The reference represents a significant milestone for Patek Philippe and will always hold a special place in the brand's watchmaking history.
Exuding elegance, this timepiece serves as the ideal dress watch for a gentleman. The present ref. 5500, was first seen in auction 16 years ago and kept in a safe since then, retaining the unworn condition when it was first sold. The reference represents a significant milestone for Patek Philippe and will always hold a special place in the brand's watchmaking history.
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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