Year: 1949
Reference No: 1579
Movement No: 867'573
Case No: 654’222
Model Name: “Anse a Ragno - Freccero”
Material: 18k pink gold
Calibre: Manual, cal. 13”’, 23 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Leather
Clasp/Buckle: 18k pink gold pin buckle signed PP&Co
Accessories: Accompanied by original Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin and Guarantee stamped by Freccero , Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1949 and its subsequent sale on December 15, 1949 and extra "bangle" style pink gold bracelet.

The WOW factor of the present reference 1579 is definitely on the high considering its incredible good looks and preservation. Introduced in 1943, Patek Philippe reference 1579 definitely exults a seductive allure that remains today sophisticated with an elegant appeal. Due to its fanciful lugs in the shape of briolette diamonds, the reference is often referred to as the “Spider Lugs" chronograph. This unusual feature propelled this watch to one of the most impressive case designs of the 1950s. However, the desirability of the present example reaches new heights not only thanks to its splendid dial that has gracefully aged to a "powder pink" hue giving the watch incredible charisma but also thanks to the Freccero signature at the lower section of the dial. Freccero is a highly renowned South American retailer based in Montevideo, Uruguay which is still in business today. The collectability of the present reference 1579 reaches Himalayan levels thank to the presence of the original Patek Philippe Certificat d'Origine et de garantie stamped by Freccero. Only 4 examples of reference 1579 in pink gold - including the present lot - have appeared to the market with the Freccero signature on the dial. Among these extremely rare pieces, only two of them have enamel indexes and this watch is the only known piece to come with original certificate making it an absolute must have for the savvy collector.