Lot 374

Patek Philippe à Genève, "Pagoda", Movement No. 1858769, Case No. 4013771, Ref. 5500J-000, Cal. 215, 27 x 41 mm, circa 1997
A gentleman's very fine and rare Geneva wristwatch - CHRONOMETER - limited edition, produced to commemorate the opening of the Patek Philippe watchmaking center in Plan-les-Ouates near Geneva, sold on 11/29/1997. With presentation box, silver commemorative coin, Patek Philippe certificate, Patek Philippe certificate about its limited edition, C.O.S.C. rating certificate, operating instructions, accessories and original sales receipt
Case: 18K gold, push back, 18K gold buckle. Dial: gilt, champagne-coloured. Movm.: bridge movement, Geneva quality hallmark, Gyromax balance.
The reference 5500 "Pagoda-Chronometer" was produced as a limited edition: 1100 watches in gold, 550 watches in rose gold, 250 in white gold and 150 in platinum.
A timeless and elegant timepiece that is a rarity even amongst the most avid collectors of Patek Philippe watches.