Schwarzwaldallee 171 4058 Basel, Switzerland
This distinguished horological sale presents a comprehensive collection spanning diverse eras and craftsmanship. Leading the offering is an exceptional array of luxury wristwatches from esteemed Swiss manufactures, prominently featuring Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Rolex. The sale is further enriched by fine groups of collectible pocket watches, notably including historically significant American examples from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, providing a comprehensive overview for discerning collector
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LOT 409:
Patek Philippe
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Start price:
30,000
CHF
Estimate :
30,000 CHF - 50,000 CHF
Buyer's Premium: 25%
VAT: 8.1%
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Item Overview
Description:
Patek Philippe
“World Time”, Ref. 5230P-001
No. 7496476/6549030
Sold on December 30th, 2022
A platinum automatic wristwatch with world time indication
Case: round, transparent case back, push-button on the edge, signed
Dial: dark blue with guilloché in the center, double 24 hours indication in Arabic numerals, outer ring with capitals of the world, signed
Movement: automatic, micro-rotor, caliber 240 HU, stamped with PP seal, 33 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold and
six positions, signed
Buckle/Clasp: platinum deployant clasp, signed
Dimensions: 38,5 mm
Weight: 114,5 g
Accessories: certificate of origin dated December 30th, 2022, presentation box and outer packaging, Patek Philippe
leather cardholder including leaflet for world time caliber 240 HU and product literature, VIP pass for the Patek Philippe museum, copy of original invoice from les ateliers du temps SA
World Time Mechanism: The 240 HU caliber features an ingenious world time system where the outer ring displays 24 city names representing global time zones. The inner 24-hour disc rotates once daily, allowing instant reading of time in any selected city. The day/night indicator uses contrasting colors to distinguish AM/PM periods across time zones.
Platinum Case Excellence:
The 5230P-001’s platinum construction demonstrates Patek Philippe’s mastery of precious metal working. The stepped bezel creates visual depth while maintaining the case’s elegant proportions. Platinum’s density provides substantial wrist
presence while its natural white color complements the sophisticated dial design.
Dial Architecture:
The guilloché center dial features hand-engraved patterns that create subtle light play. The world time rings are precisely calibrated, with the city disc and 24-hour indicator operating in perfect synchronization through the
movement’s gear train.
Collector Significance:
Platinum world time pieces from Patek Philippe represent exceptional rarity within the manufacture’s production.
The combination of useful complication, precious metal case, and limited availability creates strong collector
appeal.
Provenance: from the original owner
The Patek Philippe Reference 5230P-001 represents a sophisticated world time complication housed in the manufacture’s prestigious platinum case, combining global functionality with exceptional material craftsmanship.
Technical Specifications:
Movement: caliber 240 HU, ultra-thin self-winding world time movement Case: 38,5 mm platinum with stepped bezel design
Thickness: approximately 10,2 mm, remarkably slim for a world time complication
Complications: World time indication for 24 time zones with day/night indicator
Power Reserve: approximately 48 hours Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating on both sides
“World Time”, Ref. 5230P-001
No. 7496476/6549030
Sold on December 30th, 2022
A platinum automatic wristwatch with world time indication
Case: round, transparent case back, push-button on the edge, signed
Dial: dark blue with guilloché in the center, double 24 hours indication in Arabic numerals, outer ring with capitals of the world, signed
Movement: automatic, micro-rotor, caliber 240 HU, stamped with PP seal, 33 jewels, adjusted to heat, cold and
six positions, signed
Buckle/Clasp: platinum deployant clasp, signed
Dimensions: 38,5 mm
Weight: 114,5 g
Accessories: certificate of origin dated December 30th, 2022, presentation box and outer packaging, Patek Philippe
leather cardholder including leaflet for world time caliber 240 HU and product literature, VIP pass for the Patek Philippe museum, copy of original invoice from les ateliers du temps SA
World Time Mechanism: The 240 HU caliber features an ingenious world time system where the outer ring displays 24 city names representing global time zones. The inner 24-hour disc rotates once daily, allowing instant reading of time in any selected city. The day/night indicator uses contrasting colors to distinguish AM/PM periods across time zones.
Platinum Case Excellence:
The 5230P-001’s platinum construction demonstrates Patek Philippe’s mastery of precious metal working. The stepped bezel creates visual depth while maintaining the case’s elegant proportions. Platinum’s density provides substantial wrist
presence while its natural white color complements the sophisticated dial design.
Dial Architecture:
The guilloché center dial features hand-engraved patterns that create subtle light play. The world time rings are precisely calibrated, with the city disc and 24-hour indicator operating in perfect synchronization through the
movement’s gear train.
Collector Significance:
Platinum world time pieces from Patek Philippe represent exceptional rarity within the manufacture’s production.
The combination of useful complication, precious metal case, and limited availability creates strong collector
appeal.
Provenance: from the original owner
The Patek Philippe Reference 5230P-001 represents a sophisticated world time complication housed in the manufacture’s prestigious platinum case, combining global functionality with exceptional material craftsmanship.
Technical Specifications:
Movement: caliber 240 HU, ultra-thin self-winding world time movement Case: 38,5 mm platinum with stepped bezel design
Thickness: approximately 10,2 mm, remarkably slim for a world time complication
Complications: World time indication for 24 time zones with day/night indicator
Power Reserve: approximately 48 hours Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating on both sides
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