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Patek Philippe, 18k YGold Golden Ellipse "Ref. 3788" Wristwatch, C.1980
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref. 3788 : A Rare Harmony of Form, Function, and Precision
Timeless in its
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Calatrava Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 3410
By Patek Philippe
Located in Stamford, CT
Patek Philippe vintage calatrava reference 3410 in 18k rose gold manual wind Pateki movement
Category
1960s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Model 3373/1 Ellipse
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold, Model 3373/1 Ellipse
Manual Movement
Made in Switzerland
c
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo White Porcelain Dial B&P 5024G-010
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
at 6 0'clock, a fixed 18k white gold bezel, a black leather strap (not by Patek Philippe) with an
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 3803 Gondolo Rectangular Thin Wristwatch 18K Gold + Certificate
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, DE
Collectible wristwatch from Patek Philippe with original PP certificate!
Reference Number: 3803
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Very Rare Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Platinum 3970EP-027
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A very rare Grand Complications 36mm Perpetual Calendar Chronograph in platinum by Patek Philippe
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Wristwatch Ref 3520J circa 1990s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
numerals. Strap with 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle. Pre-owned with box and papers. Circa 1990s
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4324
Model number: 01/01/3800 00:00:00
Serial Number: 1.4******
Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition
Age: 1st June 1983
Case Diameter: 37 mm
Case Size: 37mm
Box and Papers: Box ...
Category
1980s Italian Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref 2531 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Made in 1953.Very fine and rare, rectangular "bombé", 18K yellow gold wristwatch with an 18K yellow gold buckle.
Two-body, solid, polished and brushed, bombé lateral sides, overhangi...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage Blue Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch 3322
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, blue dial with applied roman numerals, an 18k yellow gold bark finish bezel, an original 18k yellow gold integrated bark style bracelet ...
Category
1970s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Manual Wristwatch Ref 2484 J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Calatrava Ref - 2484 J - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Manual Wristwatch Ref 2484 J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Calatrava Ref - 2484 J - Manual winding. 18K Yellow Gold
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe and Tiffany
Co. Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful yellow gold watch is made in a collaboration between Patek Philippe and Tiffany &
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Fancy Lugs Ref 2536
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe, Ref. 2536, yellow gold wristwatch with fancy lugg, 34mm case, 18-jewel manual-wind
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Cushion-Form Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3525
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold wristwatch, Ref. 3525, with automatic movement, cal. 27-460. 18k
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Lady
s Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Nautilus Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe lady's stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Nautilus wristwatch, Ref. 4700/1, with
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Nautilus Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4700
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
. The watch was recently serviced at Patek and has remained unworn since. The service record will
Category
1980s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany
Co
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold rectangular wristwatch,
Ref. 425, circa 1940s, movement 830972
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 3520/10
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe), mineral glass, manual wind movement, in excellent condition, comes with a presentation
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Neptune Gold Black Dial 5081J-001 Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
complete with a Patek Philippe box and Papers dated September 1998.
Category
1990s Unknown Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rare Patek Phillipe Minute Repeater Men
s Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
. There is correspondence between Patek Philippe and Hoover as to who would keep the watch.
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Lady
s Rose Gold Rectangular Wristwatch Retailed by Freccero
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Patek Philippe Lady's 18k Rose Gold Rectangular Wristwatch Retailed by Freccero, movement No
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Power Reserve Moonphase Men
s Platinum White Porcelaine
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
with an exhibition case back underneath, automatic movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Patek
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Patek Philippe Lady
s Yellow Gold Diamond Nautilus Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4700
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
Patek Philippe Ladies 18k yellow gold and diamond Nautilus wristwatch, Ref. 4700. This watch comes
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3940J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
movement, in excellent condition, comes with a Patek Philippe box, an additional 18k yellow gold caseback
Category
1990s Chinese Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
movement, in excellent condition, comes complete with an original Patek Philippe box, an original 18k
Category
1990s Unknown Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3800/1A
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
o'clock. Stainless steel Nautilus bracelet. Pre-owned with Patek box and Patek archive papers on order.
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe
Co. Rose gold Chronograph Vintage Manual Wristwatch Ref 1579
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe
Co. Chronograph Men's Watch Ref 1579 - Manual winding. Rose gold ( 36
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Moonphase Calendar Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5054G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Moonphase Calendar 18k White Gold Men's Watch 5054G-001 - Automatic winding. 18k
Category
20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Calatrava Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4906J-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Troy, MI
The Patek Philippe timepiece is one of the most prestigious brands to wear. Why not look fabulous
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Yellow Gold Ellipse Bracelet Watch circa 1980
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Link Bracelet Watch / Ref. 4285 / 1
METAL
Category
Late 20th Century Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Vintage 1960s Patek Philippe Gents Diamond Manual Wristwatch Ref 2591/1
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare 1960s gents Patek Philippe wristwatch. The watch features a silver
Category
1960s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Silver
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Travel Time Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5134J-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
colored dial with yellow gold Breguet numerals. Patek Philippe strap band; 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Retailed by Cartier Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe Gents wrist watch retailed by Cartier. 18K Rose Gold 40 X 20 MM 2 piece
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Ellipse Wristwatch with Integral Bracelet Ref 3548
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold ellipse wristwatch, Ref. 3548, with integral yellow gold mesh
Category
1980s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Yellow Gold, Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Wristwatch Ref 4323
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold, lapis lazuli and diamond wristwatch by Patek Philippe. With 44 round brilliant cut
Category
1970s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref 2541 circa 1950s with Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
gold watch is entirely of Patek Philippe manufacture. The bracelet is stamped "Patek Philippe" and
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Les Grecques Model 4732J
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Patek Philippe
Model: Les Grecques 4732J
Year: 1980s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: Diamond
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Flame Lugs Rare Calatrava Wristwatch, 1953
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
, an original black leather strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Patek), plastic glass, manual
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Tiffany
Co. Yellow Gold Square Face Freccero Manual Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Birmingham, AL
This stunning Patek Philippe Frecerro is made in 18k yellow gold with a square face measuring 26mm
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe
Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Calatrava 3563 / 002 J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Calatrava 3563 / 002 J - Manual. 18K Yellow Gold textured with
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Vintage 18 Karat Patek Philippe Grand Ellipse Quartz Model 3838/1
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold Grand Ellipse
Model 3838/1
Quartz Movement
18k Deployment
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1950s Ref 2481 Yellow Gold oversize Manual wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Patek Philippe Reference 2481 Wrist watch, 37 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 piece case with
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse, with Extract, Vintage
Rare, 18k Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse feature an 18k yellow gold case (27mm x 32mm
Category
1970s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Ellipse Model 3589 Lapis Lazuli Dial Automatic
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Ellipse Model 3589 Automatic
Maker: Patek Philippe
Model: 3589 Ellipse
Year: c.1970
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Ultra Thin New Old Stock Manual Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement.
This impressive nearly new watch still has its original Patek Philippe Strap, the one
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Lady
s Yellow Gold Calatrava Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4906J-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Patek Philippe
MPN: 4906J-001
Model: Calatrava
Case Material: 18k yellow gold
Case
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Rectangular Hour Glass Ref 1593 Wristwatch Original Box, 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Patek Philippe Rectangular Curved Glass Ref#1593 Wristwatch in it’s original box.
The exquisite
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE 1940
s Chronograph ref #130 sold by Tiffany
CO
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A tremendous find for vintage Patek Philippe aficionados, a ref. #130 chronograph from 1946 with
Category
1940s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat White Gold Perpetual Calendar Moonphase 5970G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Palm Beach, FL
PATEK PHILIPPE
REFERENCE 5970
A WHITE GOLD PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON
Category
1990s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Philippe Lady
s Rose Gold Wristwatch with Unusual Lugs circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe strap and rose gold buckle. Original strap, buckle and box. Circa 1940s.
This watch
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref 2590 with Integral Associated Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Elegant vintage Patek Philippe, reference #2590, from the 1950s with an original attached integral
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe for Asprey White Gold Calatrava Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe box and duplicate Papers from Patek Philippe dated August 1974.
Category
1970s Unknown Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Gondolo Model 3853 Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe Gondolo
18k Yellow Gold
Model 3853
30mm x 34mm Gold Dial
Quartz Movement
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3440 Retailed by Tiffany
By Patek Philippe
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A rare double signed wristwatch made by Patek Philippe and retailed by Tiffany & Co. in the 1950s
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Calatrava Wristwatch with Hobnail Bezel Ref 3919
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe Ref. 3919, 18k white gold Calatrava wristwatch, circa 1990s, 33 mm, with hobnail
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Wristwatch Ref 3944J with Quartz Movement
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
black Roman numerals. Black strap with 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle. Pre-owned with box and
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Patek Philippe Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of patek philippe vintage watches for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Pieces in our collection of patek philippe vintage watches made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 5 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of asscher cut, baguette cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of patek philippe vintage watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.
How Much are Patek Philippe Vintage Watches?
Prices for patek philippe vintage watches start at $775 and top out at $78,800 with these watches, on average, selling for $10,790.
Patek Philippe for sale on 1stDibs
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.)
Find authentic Patek Philippe watches, cufflinks, bracelets and more on 1stDibs today.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Patek Philippe
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Patek Philippe watches hold their value very well due to their immense popularity among collectors. Patek Philippe is one of the world's premier watchmakers with over 150 years of experience. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All of Patek Philippe’s watch models are collector’s items and popular in their own right. The widely coveted Nautilus sports watch line, for example, has been produced without interruption for more than four decades, but it’s hard to say which of the brand’s watches is the most popular because different models cater to different needs and preferences. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Patek Philippe watches are commonly seen as the best brand for Swiss watches, particularly because of their quality, level of expertise, and value. In the manufacturing process there are often 60 steps needed even for subtle aspects which also adds to the cost.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What the Patek Philippe logo means has a range of interpretations. Some people equate it with power. Others see it as a symbol of prestige, wealth or strength. What isn't up for debate is what inspired the logo called the Calatrava. The emblem appeared on the banners of the Calatrava knights, who defended the Spanish city of Calatrava from Arabian invaders during the 12th century. Shop a wide variety of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Here is a brief history of Patek Philippe watches. The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek later left the firm, and, in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe.
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 into 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 watches, making each one all the more coveted.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Patek Philippe watches for sale. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024How much a Patek Philippe Geneve watch is in dollars varies. Prices depend on its materials, number and type of complications, model, availability and other factors. Generally, starting prices are between $20,000 and $25,000, and the highest-priced timepieces produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker cost upwards of $500,000. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024How much an entry-level Patek Philippe watch costs varies based on materials, model, availability and other characteristics. However, most entry-level timepieces produced by the luxury watchmaker are priced from $20,000 to $25,000. Some entry-level models include the Calatrava 5196, the Aquanaut 5167A, the Twenty-4 4910/10A and the Gondolo 5124. Find a variety of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024What the entry-level price for a Patek Philippe watch is depends on the model, materials and other factors. Generally, price points for the Swiss luxury maker’s entry-level new watches are between $15,000 and $30,000. However, some pre-owned models sold on trusted online platforms, like 1stDibs, may be offered for less. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024What the most sought-after Patek Philippe model is will likely vary over time as the Swiss luxury watchmaker continues to unveil new timepieces. However, one of the rarest watches made by the company is the one-of-a-kind Grand Complication Ref. 6300A-010, which sold for $31 million at auction in 2016. Another highly sought-after watch is the Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A Tiffany Blue, a limited edition watch produced in collaboration with Tiffany Co. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Some of the less expensive Patek Philippe watches are priced between $19,000 and $30,000 USD. Within this price range, buyers can choose from Calatrava, Nautilus and Aquanaut. There are plenty of Patek Philippe watches to choose from on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024What is so special about Patek Philippe comes down mostly to the quality of the timepieces that the watchmaker produces. Skilled artisans make each watch entirely by hand, with a process that can take nine months for a very basic timepiece or up to two years for highly complex watches. The Swiss watchmaker also uses fine materials like precious metals and has a reputation for engineering very precise movements for timekeeping. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Patek Philippe is older than Rolex. The Swiss luxury watchmaker opened in Geneva in 1839. Rolex was founded 66 years later in 1905 in London, UK. In 1908, Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Patek Philippe watches and Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024No one knows for sure how many Patek Philippe watches are made each year. However, most experts estimate that the Swiss luxury watchmaker produces around 60,000 watches annually. It’s rumored that the company has manufactured fewer than a million Patek watches, making each one all the more coveted. Shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The country in which Patek Philippe is made is Switzerland. The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek later left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe. Shop a large selection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- What made Patek Philippe famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024What made Patek Philippe famous was the Swiss luxury watchmaker's incredible innovation. In 1876, Patek Philippe introduced the first-minute repeater, and in 1923, it unveiled one of the first-ever chronograph timepieces. Another significant achievement of the watchmaker was the first perpetual calendar, which debuted on a Patek Philippe watch in 1925. Shop a large collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The old name for Patek Philippe was Patek, Czapek Cie. It was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. After Czapek exited the firm and Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe, the company was renamed Patek, Philippe Cie in 1851. Eventually, the Cie name was dropped altogether. Shop a diverse assortment of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Who the designer of Patek Philippe is has varied over the years. Early in the Swiss luxury watchmaker's history, its founders, Antoni Patek and Jean Adrien Philippe, served as its designers. After Patek and Philippe, the most notable designer who worked for the company was Gérald Genta, the creator of the iconic Nautilus. Other notable Patek Philippe designers include Eric Giroud, Jean-Pascal Poinçot and Gilbert Albert. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Patek Philippe watches.
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