Lot 15
Patek Philippe. A fine and rare 18k yellow gold flared rectangular mechanical wristwatch Y
'Hour Glass' Ref.2468, Movement No.974'956, Case No.673'482, made circa 1954
Auction: Icons of Time: Patek Philippe | Lots 1- 17 | Thurs 19 November 2026 from 2pm
Description
Cal.9-90, manual winding, 18 jewel movement adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism and five positions, micro-regulation, with Geneva quality seal and Gyromax balance, silvered dial with applied yellow gold triangular indexes and upper quarter numerals, subsidiary seconds, gold feuille hands, 18k yellow gold flared rectangular case with curved upper, yellow gold Calatrava crown. Case, dial and movement signed. On dark brown Patek Philippe alligator strap with 18k yellow gold buckle.
Accompanied by a Patek Philippe presentation case.
Dimensions
Width 22-24mm, length 40mm.
Footnote
The Patek Philippe Ref.2468 was produced from 1948 – 1955 in limited numbers. It is known as the ‘little sister’ to the Ref.1593 due to its smaller size. The Ref.2468 is particularly sought after for its rarity, with only approximately 20 yellow gold examples known to have come to market.
