Patek Philippe, An impressively important, highly collectible and extremely rare, chronograph in white gold, with extract from the archives and box, reference 130.

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The reference 130 is one of Patek Philippe’s most celebrated chronographs, embodying the timeless elegance and technical mastery that define the maison. Introduced in 1934 and remaining in production until the 1960s, it became an enduring symbol of the “Calatrava” aesthetic—balanced, pure, and harmonious. While most examples were produced in yellow, pink gold or stainless steel, the present watch belongs to an exceedingly small and elite group cased in 18K white gold, with only two examples known to exist.
This remarkable piece combines rarity, provenance, and beauty of design in equal measure. The 33 mm white gold case shows deep hallamrks, while the two-tone silvered dial, featuring a tachymeter scale and applied white gold indexes, radiates quiet sophistication. The “short” Patek Philippe signature, seen on post-1948 dials, was likely added at the request of the original owner shortly after the watch’s 1945 sale, an authentic historical detail that enhances its charm. The watch is accompanied by its Extract from the Archives confirming its production in 1944 and sale in December 1945, as well as its original fitted presentation case.
The reference 130 in white gold represents the pinnacle of discreet exclusivity within Patek Philippe’s vintage chronograph production. Combining extreme rarity and impeccable pedigree, this example stands as a true collector’s trophy—an opportunity of great significance for connoisseurs of the marque.

Key features:

– 33 mm 18K White Gold Case | Reference 130
– Silvered Two-Tone Dial | Applied White Gold Indexes | Tachymeter Scale

– Accompanied by Extract from the Archives & Original Box

– One of Only Two Known White Gold Examples of Reference 130

A cornerstone of Patek Philippe’s early chronograph history, this white gold 130 is an extraordinary and historically important example of one of the maison’s most iconic and sought-after references.