106th Auction

2022/5/21

Lot 123

Patek Philippe

An elegant vintage Geneva wristwatch with concave bezel and stepped downturned lugs

Sold

estimated
8.50012.000 €
Price realized
10.700 €
specific features
Case
18 K gold, push back, PPC 18 K gold buckle.
Dial
Silvered.
Movement
Manual.
Case no.687030
Ref.2452
Cal.12-400
Diam.35 mm
Circa1955
Ctry.Switzerland


Its elegant extravagance make this timepiece a true icon. Its classic, refined dial is accentuated by the bold case design with stepped lugs and a strikingly shaped bezel. On top of that, this watch is in excellent overall condition and is a beautiful addition to any quality watch collection.


Patek Philippe's reference 2452 was produced in two series, the first with calibre 10-200, from 1949 to about 1951; the second series were fitted with calibre 12-400, which went into production in 1950 and was discontinued in 1958.