Lot 69
A rare, elegant and well-preserved platinum perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with leap year indicator, certificate of origin and...
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CHF152,400
Est CHF70,000 - CHF140,000
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THE GENEVA WATCH AUCTION: XIX FEATURING THE GUIDO MONDANI COLLECTION
ARTIST
Patek Philippe
Size
36mm Diameter
Description
...presentation box

Year: 2005
Reference No: 3970EP-021
Movement No: 3'046'770
Case No: 4'197'834
Material: Platinum
Calibre: Manual, cal. CH 27-70 Q, 24 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Leather
Clasp/Buckle: Platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp
Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated January 2005, leather wallet, setting pin, product literature, Patek Philippe fitted box and outer packaging.

Certain timepieces have consistently garnered admiration from collectors, becoming objects of appreciation for both seasoned enthusiasts and the newer generation. Among such revered watches is the Patek Philippe reference 3970. Introduced in 1986 as the successor to the legendary reference 2499, the reference 3970 marked a significant transition by adopting a modified Lemania-based ébauche, departing from the previous Valjoux movement. While upholding the distinctive aesthetics reminiscent of both the reference 1518 and 2499, the reference 3970 introduced notable enhancements, including a leap year and 24-hour indication for the first time. Available in yellow gold, pink gold, white gold, and platinum, like the present example, the reference went through a total of four series during its impressive production span of over 19 years, concluding in 2004. It is estimated that more than 4,000 examples of the reference 3970 were crafted throughout its production tenure. Manufactured in 2005, the present reference 3970E is part of the 4th series with a seven-digit movement and case number, baton hands and lapidated indexes. Preserved in excellent overall condition it is further accompanied by its full set of accessories.

Signature
Case, dial, movement and deployant signed