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  • Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
    Year: 1941
    Reference No: 130
    Movement No: 862'513
    Case No: 622'680
    Material: 18k pink gold
    Calibre: Manual, cal 13-130, 23 jewels, stamped with the Geneva Seal
    Bracelet/Strap: Alligator
    Clasp/Buckle: Gilt pin buckle
    Dimensions: 33mm Diameter
    Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1941 with rose dial and its subsequent sale on April 3, 1941

  • Catalogue Essay

    The reference 130 is one of the most storied and researched models made by Patek Philippe. It was first released in 1934 and remained in production until at least 1964. A legacy watch from the golden age of horology, this chronograph perfectly captures the spirit of traditional watchmaking and the supremely elegant ethos of Patek Philippe.

    Its case is derived from the Bauhaus-designed reference 96 and was produced in many variations and metals. Some of the earliest timepieces were custom ordered and at times, the single button chronographs featured a Victorin Piguet ébauche. However by the mid-1930s, due to the growing demand from its clientele, Patek Philippe introduced the caliber 13-130 in 1936 using the Valjoux chronograph caliber 13.

    The present example adds even more attractivity as it is not only housed in a warm pink case but also also features a rare and extremely coveted pink dial as confirmed by the Extract from the Archives.

  • Artist Biography

    Patek Philippe

    Swiss • 1839

    Since 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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Ref. 130
A lovely and rare pink gold chronograph wristwatch with pink dial

1941
33mm Diameter

Estimate
CHF30,000 - 60,000 
€30,700-61,400
$32,900-65,800

Sold for CHF69,850

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The Geneva Watch Auction: XIX featuring the Guido Mondani Collection

Geneva Auction 11 - 12 May 2024