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MOVADO POCKET WATCH WHITE GOLD SAPPHIRE BEZEL

Movado is a renowned Swiss watch brand known for its unique and innovative designs. While the brand is mainly associated with wristwatches, it also has a rich history of producing high-quality pocket watches. Movado pocket watches are highly sought after by collectors due to their distinctive aesthetic and precision craftsmanship. These watches were produced in a variety of styles, ranging from classic and elegant designs to more intricate and ornate timepieces.
In addition to their unique design, Movado pocket watches are also known for their exceptional quality and accuracy. The brand has a long history of using high-quality materials and innovative techniques to produce watches that are both beautiful and reliable.

The present timepiece is an exceptional, rare and exquisite pocket watch manufactured by Movado in the first half of 19th century. This particular Movado pocket watch boasts several notable features that set it apart from others in its category. Most notably, the case is crafted in white gold and adorned with precious sapphires along its perimeter. These sapphires complement the art-deco style of the watch’s blue-painted dial, creating a striking and visually appealing timepiece. Another distinguishing feature of this Movado pocket watch is its double signature dial, which bears the name of a dealer from Lausanne in Switzerland. This rare feature adds to the watch’s uniqueness and collectability. With a case diameter of 44mm, this pocket watch is sizable and substantial, and the well refined 17-jewel movement adds to its value and precision. Overall, this is a remarkable and exceptional timepiece, exuding an unmistakable vintage charm and style that will appeal to collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Serial Number 251,235, Year first half of 19th century, Diameter 44mm.

PATEK PHILIPPE CALATRAVA REF. 96 PINK GOLD
 
The Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 96 is one of the most iconic and timeless watches ever created. It quickly became a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts due to its clean, minimalist design and exceptional craftsmanship. Its elegant simplicity and understated style have made it a favorite among collectors for decades, and its legacy continues to inspire new generations of watch enthusiasts today. The Calatrava reference 96 was manufactured between 1932 and 1973, and it was predominantly encased in yellow gold, although stainless steel, pink gold, white gold, and platinum were also used, albeit less frequently. While the case remained 31mm, over the years, the Calatrava reference 96 has undergone several updates and variations, including changes to the dial design, and movement. The present watch represents the epitome of classic design featuring a subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o’clock.

This particular Patek Philippe reference 96 is an exceptional timepiece, made even rarer by its pink gold case. While the majority of Patek Philippe reference 96 watches were encased in yellow gold, only a few were produced with a pink gold case. The watch is in excellent overall condition, with the case retaining its original factory shape, including sharp lugs and well-defined gold hallmarks both on lugs and caseback. The flawless dial shows no signs of aging, and the hand-wound 12”400 caliber movement is in perfect working order. Accompanying the watch is a Patek Philippe extract from the archives, which confirms its production in 1954 and delivery in 1955.

Serial Number 306,XXX , Movement Number 723,XXX , Year 1955, Diameter 31mm.

PATEK PHILIPPE WORLD TIME REF. 1415

The Patek Philippe World Time watches were created in response to the increasing demand for accurate timekeeping during the globalization period of the early 20th century. The brand partnered with Louis Cottier, who invented the World Time mechanism that enabled wearers to see the time in multiple cities around the world simultaneously. After the production of a few prototypes, Patek Philippe released the World Time reference 1415, the first watch to feature this technology in regular production. The watch had a 24-hour ring with a small sun and moon icon or two applied gold dots for noon and midnight. The outer rotating bezel had cities engraved on it, and the number of cities displayed varied depending on the final destination. The Patek Philippe World Time reference 1415 had plain silver dials with Roman, Arabic, or Breguet indexes, but some had cloisonné enamel dials depicting continents. These rare and highly sought-after watches can fetch significant prices at international auctions. In 1954, the reference 1415 was replaced by the reference 2523. Today, the World Time reference 1415 is one of the most valuable and desirable vintage watches, thanks to its rarity, historical significance, and exceptional craftsmanship.

The present Patek Philippe Reference 1415 is an exceptional specimen of this exclusive reference. Developed in collaboration with the renowned Genevan watchmaker Cottier, Reference 1415 was the first serially produced world time watch by Patek Philippe. Only around 85 of these watches were manufactured, and even fewer have resurfaced on the market. Therefore, this watch represents a unique opportunity for Patek Philippe collectors to add a true grail to their collection. In addition to its rarity, the watch is remarkably well-preserved. The dial is flawless, without any stains or scratches, and the 12-120 HU caliber still functions perfectly. Although the case has undergone some light polishing in the past, it remains consistent with the original factory proportions. An extract from the archives confirms its production in 1946 and sale in 1949. While the watch was originally sold on a leather strap, an original Patek Philippe bracelet has been added to it at some point.

Serial Number 647,XXX, Year 1946.

BREGUET PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH REF. 5617 YG FULL SET

Breguet is a high-end watch brand that was established in Paris, France in 1775 by Abraham-Louis Breguet, who was originally a watchmaker in Switzerland. Breguet was renowned for creating exceptional timepieces and innovative inventions like the tourbillon and over-coil hairspring, which are still utilized in watches today. Even after his death in 1823, the company was led by his family members for several generations until it was sold to Edward Brown, the factory manager, in 1870. Over the years, the brand changed hands several times, with Chaumet and Investcorp S.A. being among its owners. In 1999, the Swatch Group purchased which continues to respectfully carry on the century-old tradition of Breguet.

The present watch is an exceptional Breguet wristwatch manufactured in the early 2000s. It bears the reference 5617 and features an exquisite movement with a perpetual calendar and chronograph complication. The overall condition is truly exceptional, likely unpolished with factory finishes still intact. The dial has no spots or scratches, and the fine movement is in perfect working order. The case is 38 millimiters in size and it has a great presence on the wrist. This spectacular watch fully testifies to Breguet’s horological mastery.

The watch is accompanied by its original box and papers dated 2005.

IWC INGENIEUR “GENTA” QUARTZ REF. 3303

The IWC Ingenieur was originally introduced in 1954 as a tool watch for engineers and technicians who required a timepiece capable of withstanding magnetic fields and harsh environments. The initial design featured a soft iron inner case that safeguarded the movement against magnetic fields. Despite several design updates and changes, the Ingenieur has always stayed true to its original purpose as a sturdy and dependable timepiece for professionals. In the mid-1970s, IWC commissioned Master Gerald Genta to modernize the design of the Ingenieur, resulting in a more fashionable and contemporary aesthetic. The “Genta” Ingenieur debuted in 1976 and was available in stores by 1977. It boasted a large case with a substantial integrated bracelet and was manufactured as an automatic with the c.8541ES movement. Due to its size, the mechanical Ingenieur ref. 1832 was affectionately called the “Fat” Ingenieur. However, it did not sell well due to its high cost and being introduced during the “quartz crisis.” Two quartz versions were later released, with the first being equipped with the quartz calibre 2405, and the later version with the quartz calibre 2250, a more comfortable bracelet, and thinner case. The ref. 3303 took the place of the ref. 3003 in 1980 and had a flatter case with the quartz calibre 2250.

The present watch is a highly coveted and unique IWC “Genta” Ingenieur reference 3303, equipped with a quartz movement. Although several hundred examples were produced, only a handful have surfaced on the market, making this timepiece exceptionally rare. The overall condition of the watch is very good, although the case and bracelet show some signs of wear and use. The dial exhibits a few light spots and marks of use, but no scratches are present. The caseback screws in perfectly, and the quartz movement is in perfect working order. The bracelet shows no signs of stretch, and all components are correct for the year of manufacture.

Serial Number 2269XXX, Year 1980 circa, Diameter 39mm.