Patek Philippe Watches
Swiss
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.
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Creator: Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Gray Sunburst Dial Steel Diamond Ladies Watch 4910/1200A
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Suitable for any occasion, this Twenty~4 in diamond-set steel features an elegant gray dial enhanced by a black-gradient rim. The sunburst motif with fine grooves radiating from the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Dress Style with Original Blue Dial, circa 1990
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie
STYLE / REFERENCE: Square / Reference 4183
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1990's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Width 25mm
M...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe Gubelin Gold Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k gold Patek Philippe for Gubelin lady's watch. Case measures 20mm x 18mm, with gold ribbed dial, signed by Patek Philippe and Gubelin. Bracelet is 6" long, clasp bears PP ...
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20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe 18 Karat White Gold Tonneau Shape Wristwatch with Carved Bezel
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe, Geneve
STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Style / Ref. 3528
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid White Gold
CIRCA: 1970
DIMENSIONS: Length 38mm X Width 26mm
MOVEMENT ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face 18k Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Patek Philippe XIX Century Open-Face Gold Pocket Watch dated January 13 1891
Serial number 96510 and contrast number 213206
Expressly made for JJ Freman Toledo, O
Beautiful 43m/1.69 in 18k gold case external lid. Internal lid is plain. Gold sphere, rubys.
Protecting cover and front opening. Roman numerals.
Porcelaine of sphere is scratched on right down side condition,
Working condition
t 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 Geneva last November, in case anyone’s wondering). 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. 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...
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Geneve Vintage 2506 Manual 18K Gold Mesh Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1954 Patek Philippe Geneve 2506 18K Gold Manual Wind Watch
Vintage 1954 Patek Philippe Model 2506/1 manual-wind watch with 31mm gold case ...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Large Round Bracelet / Reference 2584
METAL / MATERIAL: 18k Solid Rose Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 36mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 36 Jewels / Cal. 12-600 AT
CIRCA: 1956
DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered Dial / Baton Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 18k Solid Rose Gold Bracelet / 19cm or 7.5" Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This extremely rare watch is full size and comes with an original Patek Philippe signed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 2525/1 Yellow Gold Waterproof Calatrava Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Patek Philippe reference 2525/1 Calatrava Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece stepped case with waterproof back. Caliber 10"-200 18 Jewel, mechanical, manual wind...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo, Automatic, Ref. 3942, 18 Karat Gold, Full Set
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, DE
This Patek Philippe watch is a prime example of the luxury and precision one would expect from one of the world's leading watch manufacturers. The watch is a true masterpiece of watc...
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe. A Gondolo Rose Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1900s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Patek Philippe 18ct Rose Gold, Keyless Lever Gondolo Open Face Pocket Watch, C1900s.
Dial: A perfect white enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer minute track with Arabic five min...
Category
19th Century Swiss Antique Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Lieutenant Colonel Owned Patek Philippe 1906 18ct Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1906 Patek Philippe 18ct gold pocket watch with archive extract detailing the movement and o...
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
$32,726 Sale Price
20% Off
Patek Philippe Ellipse 3987 18K Yellow Gold Hobnail Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Patek Philippe Ellipse Reference 3987 is a timeless classic that exemplifies elegance and sophistication. Manufactured in the 1990s, this timepiece features a stunning 18k yellow...
Category
1990s Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Platinum Pendant Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
This distinguished 1912 Patek Philippe platinum pendant or pocket watch showcases precision timekeeping at its finest. The open-face watch displays a delicate lace-like design on the...
Category
20th Century Swiss Belle Époque Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Platinum
Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Ref 2545 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2545, 32 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 piece case with Water Proof Back, 18 Jewel, Caliber 12-400 Mechani...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe "Jumbo UFO" Automatic Steel Purple 35mm Dial Leather Strap Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Patek Philippe automatic watch in stainless steel featuring a cushion-shaped case measuring 35 x 40mm with metallic purple sunburst dial, stick hour markers, central sweep sec...
Category
1970s Art Deco Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$23,216 Sale Price
20% Off
Patek Philippe Calatrava 35MM 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Gray Dial Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3445/6 Automatic Watch 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Gray Dial Date 35mm
Exceptional Patek Philippe Calatrava automatic dress watch in 18K white gold featuri...
Category
1990s Art Deco Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt. Two-Tone Oversized Late Art Deco Wristwatch from 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Solid Yellow and White Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 47mm X Width 29mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMEN...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe 1960s Yellow Gold Ref. 2595 Calatrava Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Patek Philippe Reference 2595 Calatrava Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Patek logo Crown. Mechanical, Manual wind 18 Jewel, Caliber 23-300 Movement. Sil...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding . 18K Yellow Gold Case, monogrammed. Signed Patek Philippe & Co. ( 45 mm ) with bla...
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Vintage 1940s Patek Philippe Gents Manual Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare 1940s gents Patek Philippe wristwatch. The watch features a silver dial with white hour and minute hands and a seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. The watch ha...
Category
1940s Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Gold
Patek Philippe Gold Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat gold bracelet watch with rubies and brilliant diamonds by Patek Philippe, Switzerland 1940s
Length 17.5 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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:...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch for Albonico Biella Milan
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This is a Patek Philippe 18K gold cocktail watch exclusively sold By Albonico Biella through an exclusive relationship with Patek Philippe. This watch has a two body construction wit...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Baguette Diamond Bracelet Manual Wind Watch
Ref 4138
By Patek Philippe
Located in Banbury, GB
Preowned, excellent condition vintage Patek Philippe 18k white gold ladies wristwatch. An 18k White Gold bracelet, winder, jewellery clasp and factory fitted baguette diamond bezel w...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Rare Gold Quarter Repeater Half Hunter Pocket Watch C1880s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Rare 18ct Yellow Gold Keyless Lever Quarter Repeater Half Hunter Pocket Watch Retailed by H. Pleister 312 Regent Street London. C1880s.
Dial: The beautiful white e...
Category
19th Century Swiss Retro Antique Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Patek Philippe Pocket Watch with Arabic Numerals in 18k Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Patek Philippe Ref. 258729 white face pocket watch in 18K yellow gold. Featuring a mechanical hand winding movement, Arabic numeral hour...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the majesty of the Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s Mechanical Men's Watch Ref. 2492, a masterpiece of horolog...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
$15,811 Sale Price
20% Off
Patek Philippe Large White and Yellow Gold Stepped Case 1920s Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Wrist Watch, 39 M.M. Lug end to end X 29 M.M. 18K White and Yellow Gold 2 Piece Hinged Stepped case with slight Flared Lugs. Me...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe
Co. 18k Yellow Gold Hunter-Case Pocket Watch Contract Case
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe
Co. 18k Yellow Gold Ornately Engraved Hunter-Case Pocket Watch, Dial And Case Signed J.H. Leyson - Manual winding. 1899 presentation on the cuvette, overlay mono...
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Vintage Patek Philippe 18k White Gold 28mm Square 6" Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Patek Philippe
Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - Swiss Made
Case Material: Solid 18k White Gold
Case Width: 26mm (not counting the crown)
Case Thickness: 4.7mm
Brace...
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
White Gold
1960 PATEK PHILIPPE Rare Albert Gilbert "Manta Ray" Ladies 18K Gold Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU?
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ladies Gondolo 4824G 18K White Gold Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in San Diego, CA
Reference Number: 4824G-001
Year: 2003
Model: Gondolo
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: Leather Dark Purple
Bezel: 18K White Gold
Dial: White
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 22mm x 29mm
Includes:
-Patek Box...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Phillipe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Gold Vintage Estate Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Oakton, VA
Patek Phillipe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Gold Vintage Estate Watch
22M Wide
- 18K Yellow Gold - 73 grams - 7.2 inches length
Beautiful textu...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nautilus
Comet
Stainless Steel
Black Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An extremely sought after men's Nautilus wristwatch in stainless steel by Patek Philippe, which is still service sealed. Features a black dial with applied roman numerals, a date ape...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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...
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with a Patek travel pouch and Original paper.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Two-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period
* Kindly be aware that international buyers must cover any customs taxes or duties imposed by their country. We do not defraud Customs.
* Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers.
Brand: Patek Philippe Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 7130G-001 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Patek Philippe World Time Vintage...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Philippe Waltham Railroad 18K Yellow Gold Manual-Wind Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Phillipe 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Manual-wind movement, Guillaume balance, 18k yellow gold case, White enamel dial with black Breguet nume...
Category
1990s American Modernist Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Retailed by Yard Yellow Gold manual Wristwatch , circa 1930s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Patek Philippe wristwatch created in the 1930s and retailed by Yard.
Rectangular case, Arabic numerals, manual-wind movement, 18 jewels, numb...
Category
1930s Swiss Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage Rose Gold "Top Hat" Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold "Top Hat" 37 x 21 M.M. 2 Piece 18k Rose Gold case. Caliber 9-90 18 Jewel Nickle Lever, Mechanical, manual wind movement. Silver Satin dial wi...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Arte Suizo Signed Watch in 18k yellow gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 3445 automatic in 18K yellow gold with a silver sunburst dial from the '70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. It features...
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Les Grecques 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Hand Wind Men’s Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional vintage Patek Philippe men’s wristwatch from the celebrated Les Grecques collection, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and distinguished by its bold rectangular case with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 3954
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This refined Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3954 embodies the purity and elegance that define the Calatrava line. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the watch features a clean white lacquer ...
Category
Late 20th Century Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5146P Mens Watch Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 5146P-001 Mens Watch. 39mm platinum case. Platinum bezel. Grey dial with luminous hands and index hour markers. Annual calendar displays with a moon ph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1A Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1A-001 Mens Watch. 37mm stainless steel case with stainless steel smooth bezel. Black dial with steel hands and Roman numeral hour marker. The date is di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/1A Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch With Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/1A Mens Watch. 42mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Blue dial with silver-tone hands and index hour marker. Date display at 3 o'clock positi...
Category
20th Century Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe Gondolo White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 4972G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Gondolo White Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 4972G - Quartz movement. Gondolo. 18k white gold (9 x 22 mm ). Diamond-set sides and lugs. Mother of pearl text...
Category
20th Century Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Patek Philippe Calatrava Gold Men
s Watch - 3520
By Patek Philippe
Located in istanbul, TR
Brand : Patek Philippe
Collection : Calatrava
Model : Calatrava Clous De Paris
Reference : Patek Philippe - 3520
Category : Wrist Watch
Period : 1990's
Movement : Mechanical
Case mat...
Category
1990s Swiss Patek Philippe Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Patek Philippe watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Patek Philippe jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Patek Philippe diamond watches, from our inventory of 49, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 547 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Audemars Piguet, TAG Heuer, and IWC. Prices for Patek Philippe watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,300 and tops out at $1,050,250, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $21,926.
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Questions About 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The exact method of changing a strap on a Patek Philippe watch varies by the model. To detach straps from the timepiece, there will be small push buttons to release. Remember to use a toothpick or other tool that will not scratch the metal. Consult the brand’s website for more specific information on each model.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022It’s unknown exactly how many Patek Philippe 5970 watches were made. Production began in 2004 and lasted until 2010. Some experts estimate that the brand manufactured only 2,000 to 3,000 of the timepieces, but Patek Philippe doesn't release details about how many watches it produces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The number of jewels in a Patek Philippe watch varies depending on the movement. For example, the 324 S C self-winding movement found in many Calatrava and Nautilus timepieces has 29 jewels, while CH 29-535 PS Q hand-wound movement used in some Grand Complications watches features 33 jewels. Consult the official Patek Philippe website for specific information about how many jewels specific watches contain. You'll find a large collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Patek Philippe watches are generally considered to be exceptionally good timepieces. The brand continuously creates new technologies to expand the functionality and increase the accuracy of their designs, and artisans handcraft every watch that bares the Patel Phillipe name. Even production of the parts takes place in-house to ensure quality. Shop a wide range of Patel Phillipe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Adjustments on a Patek Philippe watch vary depending on the model. The crown is for winding the timepiece, and other functions are often controlled by push buttons. For specific instructions on adjustments and settings, consult the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024No one knows for sure how much Jay-Z's Patek Philippe is worth. It's difficult to determine the value of any timepiece unless a certified appraiser evaluates it. However, there are estimates as to how much the rapper's timepieces may be valued. Jay-Z is known to own three Patek Philippe watches: a Grandmaster Chime 6300G, a Nautilus “Tiffany” 5711 and a 2499/101J. These watches are each likely worth $2 to $7 million. Find a diverse assortment of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How often you need to wind your Patek Philippe watches depends on what type of movement system it has. Normally, you’ll need to wind a mechanically wound watch every morning before you put it on. Self-winding watches receive power from your movements. Unless you don't wear your watch for a period of 36 to 48 hours or more, you should only need to wind it once before you slip it on for the first time. Explore a wide range of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Patek Philippe watches may be quartz or mechanical, depending on the model. The brand uses quartz movements in some Gondolo, Nautilus and Aquanaut timepieces. However, the majority of the brand's watches feature manual or self-winding mechanical movement. Find a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, all Patek Philippe watches have serial numbers. Luxury watches will often have a serial number to help with authentication. Patek Philippe serial numbers are engraved on the case back. Consult the brand’s website for more information on finding the date of manufacture on your watch. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
- 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Patek Philippe created a limited edition two-sided watch called the Grandmaster Chime. It debuted in 2014 to honor the brand's 175th anniversary, and the company made only seven of them. One side of the face shows the time, and the other displays the calendar. Shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- How is a Patek Philippe made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Patek Philippe watch is made entirely by hand. More than 250 parts go into each timepiece, and the brand produces all of them in-house. Skilled artisans carefully assemble the pieces at individual workstations, and every watch goes through a rigorous quality control inspection. It usually takes the company one year to make each watch. Shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Patek Philippe watches are one of the most accurate timepieces available in the luxury market today. The level of accuracy varies from watch to watch. However, every watch the brand offers is accurate by -3 to +2 seconds over a 24-hour period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Patek Philippe does have a tourbillon watch, the Grand Complications 6002R. The model is a redesign of the Reference 6002 Sky Moon Tourbillon. It features a rose gold case, a champlevé and cloisonné brown enamel dial and a chestnut alligator leather strap. Shop a wide range of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To set the time on a Patek Philippe watch, unscrew the crown and wind it clockwise. Other functions will depend on the exact model you have and its complexity. For information on specific models, consult the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 11, 2024Patek Philippe is pronounced PA-tek FEE-leep. The brand name comes from the surnames of two of its founders: the Polish watchmaker Antoni Patek and the French watchmaker Adrien Philippe. Patek Philippe began operating under its current name on January 1, 1851. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wearing a Patek Philippe luxury wristwatch is an excellent status symbol for any aspiring celebrity or businessperson. In 1851, the Queen of England sported a Patek Philippe watch, and it increased its popularity among wealthy, high-profile people. You'll find a collection of authentic Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- Who is Patek Philippe?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 11, 2024Patek Philippe is the name of a leading Swiss watchmaker (it’s a company, not a person). 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. Patek Philippe began operating under its current name on January 1, 1851. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Patek Philippe watches.
- 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.
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