Exclusive Timepieces 22 – 23 April 2023 | Monaco
Auction Details
The Monaco Legend Group team has put together an astonishing selection of rarities in the horological field. From the Unique Piece Rolex Yachtmaster, former property of the late President of Rolex Patrick Heiniger, to an outstanding example of the Patek Philippe 2523-1. Not to mention the great selection of rarities destined for Middle Eastern market, such as a Rolex Submariner and Daytona from the Sultanate of Oman and a steel Daytona with UAE emblem on the dial.
Many thanks to Auro Montanari, alias John Goldberger, Roberto Randazzo and George Pakkos for their significant help in supervising the catalogue and to Eric Tortella for his assistance in searching for some of our rarest Patek Philippe watches in his database and releasing his passport of authenticity for them.
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Session I: Saturday 22 April, 2:30 PM – lots 1 to 100
Session II: Sunday 23 April, 10:30 AM – lots 101 to 164
Session III: Sunday 23 April, 2:30 PM – lots 165 to 261
144 Patek Philippe Outstanding and Extremely Rare, Chronograph Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Breguet Numbers Dial, With Extract from the Archives, Reference 130
Estimate: € 50,000 – 100,000
Sold € 65,000
Model: Chronograph
Reference: 130
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1943
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 13
Case N°: 635776
Movement N°: 863330
Dimensions: 33 mm
Signed: Dial, Case and Movement
Accessories: Extract from the Archives
When someone thinks about one of the most iconic and recognizable chronographs that came out from Patek Philippe industries, immediately the thought can only go to the unmistakable reference 130. Produced from 1934 until the”60s, it was a perfect example of the dominant style in those times for watches: small (given its diameter is 33 mm), thin, elegant and careful to the smallest detail, this watch is also extremely appreciated and much sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Of course, then there are more fascinating versions of others, with details and features that are rarer and difficult to find: this 18k yellow gold is one of the nicest that have appeared at auction in recent times. When looking at the dial, one is immediately drawn to the applied gold Breguet numbers, beautifully set against the immaculately preserved silvered dial. With raised enamel, the manufacturer’s signature and scales represent the firm’s skill of production. Furthermore, the case is also exceedingly well preserved, highlighted in the hallmark on the side lug, similar to when this watch left the factory 80 years ago, adding further charm to the case with slim bezel and elongated curved lugs. With its unmistakable Calatrava style, this wristwatch, together with the features that compose it and it’s fantastic ageing, it’s a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This watch is also provided with the extract from the archives confirming its production in gold in 1943 and subsequent sale on the 27th of June 1945.