DESCRIPTION:
WW - Patek Philippe "Top Hat," Genève, ref 1450, circa 1950s, manual wind, 25mm at widest point x 38mm to lug tips, 17mm lug width, original 18K yellow gold stepped case with hidden lugs, 14K yellow gold link bracelet with fold over clasp, refinished silvered dial with applied gold baton indices, 18J, fausses-côtes pattern nickel damascene, Genève seals, case s#673393, movement s#974944, triple signed. Gross weight of 18K gold case without crystal, bracelet or movement 11.3 dwt (17.6 g). Gross weight of 14K gold bracelet 25.9 dwt (40.4 g).
CONDITION:
Mvt: Running, nearly mint cosmetic mvt condition overall, very light oxide to steelwork, light fine scratches most notably near detent screw; refinished dial with light spotting and loss of enamel painted details; excellent gold hands; lightly polished case shows little wear, strong lugs and crisp hallmarks, no dents or dings; replacement crown shows very little wear; good plastic crystal.
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$9000
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