Lot 23
A sublime limited edition white gold wristwatch with blue mother-of-pearl dial, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box
Sold
$27,940
Est $15,000 - $30,000
Live Auction
THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: EIGHT
ARTIST
Patek Philippe
Size
34.5mm Diameter
Description

Year: 2017
Reference No: 7200/50G-011
Movement No: 6'200'299
Case No: 7’091’400
Model Name: Ladies’ Calatrava New York Exhibition
Material: 18K white gold, blue mother-of-pearl, diamonds
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 240, 27 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold Patek Philippe buckle
Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, leather folio, product literature, and presentation box.

For the Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition of 2017 in New York City, the vaunted manufacturer released three limited edition ladies’ references: the Calatrava reference 7200/50, the minute-repeating time-only reference 7000/250, and the world-time reference 7130. The Calatrava, released in two different dial treatments of only seventy-five pieces each, was cased in an 18K white gold officer-style case, and featured either a white mother-of-pearl or blue mother-of-pearl diamond-set dial. Though mother-of-pearl and diamond indexes are often trite features on women’s wristwatches, in this instance it is a welcome combination. The present example is the blue mother-of-pearl iteration, which perfectly complements the warmth of the white gold case. The texture and hue of this particular iridescent dial are of tremendous quality and beauty – a poignant sky blue color. The watch is perfectly complemented with a sky blue shiny alligator strap. Furthermore, the sapphire caseback features the commemoration of the Grand Exhibition, through which is visible the automatic caliber 240 with micro-rotor. Offered in excellent condition with its original Certificate of Origin and presentation box, the reference 7200/50 in 18K white gold is a collectible treasure, perfectly suited for the well-appointed woman or smaller watch enthusiast of any gender.

Signature
Case, dial, movement, strap, and buckle signed.