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Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Ref#3450 18kyg Rare 1980s Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
PATEK PHILIPPE REF. #3450 PERPETUAL CALENDAR 18KYG RAREST 1980S WATCH - BRAND NEW W/ ORIGINAL BOX
Category
1980s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe by Gilbert Albert Yellow Gold Asymmetrical Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An unusual and rare Patek Philippe keyless lever pocket watch with fitted chain in 18k yellow gold
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1943
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1943 Vintage Patek Philippe Ladies Ref. 2292 18k Yellow Gold watch with Silver Dial with Applied
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
PATEK PHILIPPE Lady
s Yellow Gold Watch Retailed by Tiffany
Co
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boston, MA
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold lady's Calatrava wristwatch, retailed by Tiffany & Co.
610-71376
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 3862 Automatic Mens 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe 3862 Automatic Mens 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band 32mm
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 3862 Automatic Mens 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe 3862 Automatic Mens 18K Yellow Gold Watch Leather Band 32mm
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1 Blue Dial Mens Watch with Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1 Blue Dial Mens Watch With Papers 37mm
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe La Flamme Large Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 4835/3
By Patek Philippe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Patek Philippe La Flamme model, 18k gold diamond ladies quartz watch. Reference #4835/3, Case
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 4357, 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k yellow gold Patek Philippe manual wind watch. Reference number 4357.
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 5030G White Gold Automatic Tonneau Shape Watch, Circa 2000
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 5030G; Automatic Tonneau shaped watch. The watch is made in 18K
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 2526J watch is considered to be the ultimate Vintage Patek
Category
1950s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Ref. 5066 J Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Aquanaut Ref. 5066 J
Rare in gold
CASE
screwed case, yellow-gold, sapphire crystal, sapphire crystal case back, screw-down crown
MOVEMENT
caliber PP 330/194 SC with gold rot...
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe 2435J Vintage Rectangular Watch, Unusual Large Lugs, Circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2435J rectangular shaped 18K yellow gold watch, made in 1948. The
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Jumbo 3710 Steel Power Reserve Watch, Papers
Box
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
12 position.
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Nautilus
Ref. No.: 3710/1A-001
Category
1990s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 96J; The 1st Calatrava Watch, 4th Series, circa 1960-61
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 96J Calatrava watch. The watch is made in 18K yellow gold and the
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1960s Patek Philippe Necklace Watch and Earrings Set designed by Gilbert Albert
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare and highly collectible Patek Philippe Necklace, Watch and Earrings set. Designed attributed
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Gold Wristwatch Dated 1951
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
An elegant, fine and rare vintage wristwatch by Patek Philippe made in 1951.
The 18 carat
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Water Resistant Calatrava Rose Gold Watch Circa 1949
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Calatrava in 18K Rose gold, Arabic numeral dial, water
Category
1940s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1940
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
One Vintage Patek Philippe Time Piece
By Patek Philippe
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One Patek Philippe 20mm time piece, 18kt yellow gold rectangular case, the approximate inside
Category
1980s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 2479J Curved Domed Rectangular Watch with Stepped Case Circa 1950
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2479J Curved Rectangular watch with Stepped case and half hooded lugs
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Rectangular Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe 18k white gold rectangular wristwatch, silvered dial accented by Arabic numerals
Category
1930s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold, Circa 1939
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5. The watch is
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Jumbo 3710 Steel Power Reserve Watch, Papers and Box
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
12 position.
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Nautilus
Ref. No.: 3710/1A-001
Category
1990s Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Tiffany Early Platinum Art Deco Tank style watch, Circa 1930
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe "Tiffany & Co." Platinum rectangular Tank style watch; measuring 37 x 25mm with a
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
Patek Philippe 3761J Vintage Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch Circa 1980
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 3761; Mid size Unisex Quartz Cushion watch; measuring 27 x28 mm with
Category
1980s Art Deco Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage 3649-1 Men Hand Wind Watch Onyx Dial 18k YG
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Vintage 3649-1 Men Hand Wind Watch Onyx Dial 18k YG 30 mm
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Retro Sub-Dial Patek Philippe
Co Hand-Winding 18 Karat Gold Vintage Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Little Neck, NY
Retro Sub-Dial Patek Philippe & Co Hand-Winding 18 Karat Gold Vintage Watch . Authentic Mechanical
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Classic Ellipse 3879/2J 18 Karat Gold Blue Dial Watch, Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model No.: 3879/2J
Movement: Quartz
Calibre: E27
Case: 18k Yellow Gold
Case
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch
Model Number 4808
100% Authentic
New / Old stock
Comes with a
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch
Model Number 4808
100% Authentic
New / Old Stock
Comes with a
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Lady
s Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Lady's 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet watch, florentine finish with three row woven border
Category
1960s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Madrid, ES
Patek Philippe 18 karat yellow gold wristwatch with original leather strap. Original certificate
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
.
Extract from the Archives Patek Philippe.
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref. 565
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
-Original dial and hands
Bracelet-Kroko-leather strap, buckle
Patek Service 2015
Service paper, very
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Ref # 3586 Ellipse Backwinding Time Piece
By Patek Philippe
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One Patek Philippe Ellipse back winding time piece, model ref # 3586 in 18kt yellow gold. The
Category
1970s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and vintage 18k yellow gold manual winding wristwatch circa 1940.
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 533
By Patek Philippe
Located in Westlake Village, CA
For sale is this Patek Philippe Chronograph Ref. 553
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Ellipse d´Or Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
wind, chronometer, seal of Geneva
Dial-Blue 18ct. gold dial, Dauphine gold hands
Bracelet-Patek 18ct
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3796, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference #: 3796. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Yellow Gold White 30 MM
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3800/1
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bologna, IT
Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe Nautilus
Ref. 3800/1
18K Yellow Gold Case
Deep Blue Dial with
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Geneve 3548 Ellipse with White Dial 28MM
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Geneve 3548 Ellipse with White Dial 28MM
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Baguette Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Very Rare and Beautiful Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Rectangular Bracelet Watch with Baguette
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3700
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Nautilus Ref. 3700
Rare gent's wrist watch Patek Philippe Nautilus - big size.
CASE
screwed
Category
1970s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3700
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
MODEL
Nautilus Ref. 3700
Rare gent's wrist watch Patek Philippe Nautilus - big size.
CASE
Category
1980s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 1577
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Archives Patek Philippe.
Category
1940s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 3893 in 18 Karat
Enamel Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Patek Philippe reference 3893 in 18 karat yellow gold with an enamel face. Manual wind.
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat White Gold Black Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name Patek Philippe
Style Number 5022G
Also Called 5022 G
Series Calatrava
Gender
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Patterned Dial Wristwatch Ref 2594
By Patek Philippe
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One Philippe Watch, 18kt Yellow Gold, Patterned Bracelet, Smooth High Shine Polish Finish Bezel
Category
1960s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Pave Diamond Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 3563
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Rare and Large Patek Philippe White Gold Bracelet Watch. Original Diamond-Set Markers
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Diamond Wristwatch Ref 3588, Circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Beautiful 18k White Gold Diamond Watch by Patek Philippe. Circa 1970's. Original Diamond Bezel
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Chronometer Wristwatch Ref. 2526
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Calatrava
Ref. 2526
Very nice and rare watch
Case-Screwed case, yellow-gold, acrylic glass
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Lady
s Rose Gold Tour Eiffel Wristwatch Ref 2441
By Patek Philippe
Located in Westlake Village, CA
This iconic timepiece is probably the most celebrated rectangular timepiece Patek Philippe ever
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
1960s Patek Philippe Jade Swan Mantle Solar Clock, Largest known
By Patek Philippe
Located in New york, NY
An Extremely Rare & Magnificent Patek Philippe Jade Swan Solar Clock
Featured as one of
Category
1960s Swiss Regency Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Jade, Brass
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 1463 circa 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Patek Philippe
Ref. 1463
Case
18k yellow gold, screw back, acrylic glass, 35mm
Movement
13
Category
1950s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Tonneau Wistwatch Ref 3579 circa 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Patek Philippe stainless steel tonneau wristwatch with manual-wind movement and silvered dial
Category
1970s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 3970R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Patek Philippe
Ref. 3970R
Perpetual calendar chronograph
Case
18k rose gold, screwed back
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Vintage Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k 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 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 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 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, 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.
- 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.
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