Lot 6
Patek Philippe. A fine and rare 18k yellow gold keyless winding hunting cased minute repeating pocket watch
Movement No.663'96, Case No.2'121'95, made circa 1883
Auction: Icons of Time: Patek Philippe | Lots 1- 17 | Thurs 19 November 2026 from 2pm
Description
Frosted gilt bar movement jewelled to the centre with lever escapement, blued steel overcoil hairspring, cut and compensated bimetallic balance, cam-wheel micro regulation, enclosed barrel, striking with two hammers on coiled steel gongs, white enamel dial with black Breguet style numerals, blued steel Breguet hands, hinged 18k gold hunter case with glazed cuvette, repeat slide to the band, cover with decorative monogram in blue and red enamel, BC. Case, dial and movement signed.
Accompanied by a wooden Patek Philippe presentation case with blank cartouche to the cover.
Dimensions
Diameter 50mm.
Footnote
Examples of minute repeating Patek Philippe pocket watches from this relatively early period are particularly rare to find and demonstrate the quality of the manufacturer, that in later years, led them to become known for exceptional complications.
