It shouldn’t be surprising that a Patek Philippe holds the world auction record for a watch ($31.2 million for a Patek Grandmaster Chime, sold at Christie’s). Known for impeccable craftsmanship and some of the most complicated timepieces ever created, the brand is considered by many to be the height of fine watchmaking. Collectors simply love Patek Philippe watches.
The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
Catering to the glitterati of Europe, the pair counted among their clients Tolstoy, Pope Pius IX and Queen Victoria, as well as Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, for whom they created the first Swiss-made wristwatch in 1868. They also had their eye on the American market and in 1851 entered an arrangement with Tiffany & Co. still in effect today.
During the Great Depression, brothers Jean and Charles Stern, who had previously supplied Patek Philippe with watch dials, bought the company, and it continues to be run by the Stern family today.
Under the Sterns, the house has developed some of its most famous models, including the Calatrava, an elegantly minimal dress watch introduced in 1932 and named for the Calatrava Cross (the company’s logo since 1887), and the Nautilus, the brand’s first sports watch, conceived by legendary designer Gérald Genta in 1976.
Despite the house’s longevity, it’s rumored that it has manufactured fewer than a million Patek watches, making each one all the more coveted. (The brand's pieces are understandably attractive to counterfeiters — make sure you know how to spot a fake Patek Philippe watch.)
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Rare Vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse Jumbo 3605 Blue Dial 18K White Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3605 (3605/2G-200) Model: Vintage Patek Philippe Jumbo Ellipse Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: 18K White Gold Dial:...
18k Gold, White Gold
1970’s Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse d‘Or White Gold Blue Dial Ref. 3848. This elegant wristwatch by Patek Philippe made of 18 carat white gold with a blue dial is the perfect watch for th...
Patek Philippe 18Kt. White Gold with Original Bracelet and Blue Dial, 1970's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Geneve STYLE / REFERENCE: White Gold Dress Watch / Reference 3468-5 METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 18 Jewels / Caliber 23-300 DIAL / HANDS: Original Blue with Baton Markers / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original 18Kt White Gold Bracelet 18mm Width / 7 1/4 Inches or 18.3cm WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT The legendary house of Patek Philippe created this classic example of a dress watch in the 1970's. The watch appears to have never been used. The bracelet is in exceptional condition, we seldom see Patek Dress Watches...
Patek Philippe Blue Dial With Extract Manual Watch 18k White Gold 3799-1 Men’s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Patek Philippe Manual 18k White Gold Ref No. 3799-1 100% Authentic Vintage Patek Phillip Recently serviced. Gender: Men Brand/Designer:...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3445 18K WG Blue Sunburst Dial Auto 35mm
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
The Calatrava That Broke Its Own Rules The Calatrava is the reference point for the round Patek dress watch, and most people picture it exactly one way, yellow gold on a leather str...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Gondolo 3491/3G 18K White Gold Blue Linen Dial 26mm
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
The Understated Artistry Of Vintage Patek Geometry The reference 3491/3G represents a captivating, non-traditional chapter in mid-century Patek Philippe design, moving away from cla...
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic Patek Philippe unisex watch. Rectangular 18 karat white gold case 30 x 35 (without lugs) mm, Swiss automatic movement. Subsidiary second...
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 5022G White Porcelain Dial 18k WG Manual Winding
By Patek Philippe
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2322 Brand Patek Philippe Model Calatrava Reference 5022G Dial White Porcelain Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet Strap Diameter 33mm Movement Manual Winding Serviced Yes Box No ...
Patek Philippe 3491/3G - 18K White Gold Blue Linen Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A Refined Expression Of The Seventies The 1970s was a period where Patek Philippe focused heavily on the continuity of design between the case and the bracelet. This reference 3491/...
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Travel Time 5134P Platinum Watch W/Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Patek Philippe Calatrava Travel Time 5134P-001 is an exquisite luxury watch that exemplifies classic elegance and sophisticated functionality. Its 37mm platinum case exudes opule...
Patek Philippe Ref. 4173/2 – Rare Diamond-Set 18K White Gold Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Patek Philippe Ref. 4173/2 – Rare Diamond-Set 18K White Gold Bracelet Watch Blue Sunburst Dial Circa 1983 Strap Length : 15,5 mm ( can be made longer on demand by our goldsmith) Patek Philippe Ref. 4173/2 – Rare Diamond-Set 18K White Gold Bracelet Watch Blue Sunburst Dial Circa 1983 An elegant and highly collectible Patek Philippe Ref. 4173/2, crafted in 18-karat white gold and distinguished by its refined integrated bracelet design and brilliant diamond-set bezel. Produced in 1983, this rare ladies' timepiece beautifully embodies the sophisticated jewelry-watch creations for which Patek Philippe became renowned during the late twentieth century. The watch features a striking sunburst cobalt blue dial with applied baton hour markers, framed by a bezel set with approximately 32 brilliant-cut diamonds. The finely executed integrated white gold bracelet, composed of distinctive openwork oval links, creates a seamless and luxurious appearance on the wrist. Powered by a high-quality manual-winding Patek Philippe movement, the watch combines discreet elegance with exceptional Geneva craftsmanship. The harmonious contrast between the vibrant blue dial, sparkling diamonds, and sculptural bracelet makes this reference one of the most attractive and wearable vintage Patek Philippe jewelry...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref. 4111/1 – 18k White Gold Ladies' Watch, Blue Sun Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref. 4111/1 – 18k White Gold Ladies' Watch – Integrated "Bark Finish" Bracelet – Blue Sunburst Dial A stunning and rare example of Patek Philippe’s mid-century elegance, this Reference 4111/1 (often noted as 4111) showcases the brand's mastery in blending fine jewelry with horology. Crafted entirely in 18k white gold, this timepiece features a striking textured aesthetic that is quintessential of the 1970s "Golden Age" of design. The Case & Bracelet: The watch features an oval case with a beautifully handcrafted "bark" or "martelé" finish that extends seamlessly into the integrated 18k white gold bracelet. This textured finish catches the light from every angle, providing a sophisticated, organic look that distinguishes it from polished models. The Dial: The dial is a classic Patek Philippe blue...
White Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 4461/1 – 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch Sunburst Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
A refined and highly elegant wristwatch from the esteemed house of Patek Philippe, reference 4461/1, showcasing the brand’s timeless design language and exceptional craftsmanship. Cr...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt Gold Patek Philippe Million Dollar Associate Wrist Watch Ref 3565
Located in Antwerp, BE
GOLDEN PATEK PHILIPPE 'MILLION DOLLAR ASSOCIATE' with Patek Philippe Extract From The Archives Ref 3565 from 1969 MOVEMENT: automatic, 27-460M FUNCTIO...
18k Gold, Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE – Ref. 3355/8, Lady’s Vintage Haute Joaillerie Dress Watch, 18K
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
PATEK PHILIPPE – Ref. 3355/8, Lady’s Vintage Haute Joaillerie Dress Watch, 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond-Set Bezel with Integrated Mesh Bracelet, Manual-Wind Movement, Circa 1970s Ove...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 4283/1 – 18K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet Watch – 1970/80
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
An elegant and refined vintage wristwatch by Patek Philippe, reference 4283/1, crafted in 18K yellow gold and dating to the late 1970s–1980s. This sophisticated timepiece exemplifies...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
A true icon of the much-coveted category of World Time watches, this rare model represents an important milestone in the history of one of the brand's signature complications.
