patek philippe pocket watch serial number lookup

In doubt? Just take a look at the recently released Reference 5950, a remarkably similar watch by Patek that debuted in 2010. Beyond the mere rarity of the combinations of materials and design elements that are found on this watch, it is important to remember that this piece was made nearly 90 years ago yet it looks, and functions, as well as anything produced ever since then. It further has a timeless design that is made complete with white gold spade hands and applied Breguet-numerals. That made this watch all the more desirable for collectors. More importantly, it was the only single button chronograph in white gold that Patek has ever produced. The piece above is believed to be one of those made-to-order watches, one of only a handful cushion-cased chronographs produced by Patek Philippe. Part of this was by requesting, and paying hefty premiums for, one-of-a-kind models.

Nevertheless, it was the “best clients” of certain watch brands who played a major role in keeping their favorite manufactures going. In 1929 the Great Depression affected the watch industry much more severely than the one that we have been experiencing lately. There is good reason why these dates might sound familiar to most of us, as we are presently living in a global economy that is, for the most part, hindered by a major economic crisis. This probably unique, cushion-shaped mono-pusher chronograph was made by Patek Philippe in 1928 and was sold in 1931. Unique Cushion-shaped Singe Button Chronograph in 18k White Gold – $3,637,408 Patek Philippe Unique Cushion-Shaped Monopusher Chronograph, Credit: Christie’s 8.

Patek philippe pocket watch serial number lookup