Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Objects of Vertu

Patek Philippe. A gold automatic wristwatch, Ref. 3433, circa 1962 .
Movement: cal. 27-460, automatic, 37 jewels, stamped with the Geneva seal, no. 1112795.
Dial: silvered, applied baton indexes, subsidiary seconds.
Case: 18ct gold, screw-down back, no. 2626188, 18ct gold buckle.
Signed: case, dial, movement and buckle signed.
Dimensions: diameter 35.5mm.
£5,000-£7,000

Reference 3433 was launched in 1960 to replace the very similar reference 2551.Approximately 500 examples were produced, predominantly in yellow gold. Early examples like the present watch feature the “PP” crown whereas later ones bear the Calatrava cross.

Movement: running at the time of cataloguing.
Dial: in good condition.
Case: scuffs throughout from wear.
Gross weight: 49.1gms.
Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant.
The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.

*Please note: In some circumstances we are unable to ship the watch with its strap due to certain import restrictions regarding material derived from endangered or protected species.