Watches at auction - Geneva

Here are a few highlights of the upcoming auction held by Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo on 7-8 November in Geneva.

 

Housed in a 18k yellow gold Wenger case, this Patek Philippe Ref. 2497 from 1953 stands out for its first-series dial, which bears the signature of Manhattan retailer Gumbiner. Estimate : CHF 250,000-500,000. 

 

The 18k gold case of this Rolex Ref. 6062 retains its original lines, curves, and finishes. Its dial shows barely any signs of aging. The original Super Oyster crown also remains in place. Estimate : CHF 600,000-1,200,000. 

 

This platinum Chronométre à Resonance by F.P. Journe dating from 2002 features a pink gold dial with a hand-engraved geometric pattern inspired by French Régence decoration. Estimate: CHF 1,000,000-2,000,000. 

 

A little over a dozen yellow gold examples with cloisonné enamel dials of the Patek Philippe World Time Ref. 605HU are currently known, including just five depicting North America and a palm tree. Estimate: CHF 300,000-600,000. 

  

Portico Mystery Clock No. 4 is one of six made by Cartier between 1923 and 1925, and the only example with a hexagonal dial. The structure incorporates yellow gold, platinum, enamel, onyx, jade, mother-of-pearl, seed pearls, and diamonds. The manually wound movement is concealed in the arch above the suspended dial. Estimate : CHF 1,800,000-3,200,000.  

Stainless steel examples of the Patek Philippe Ref. 1436 spilt-second chronograph are exceptionally rare. Produced in 1945, this one is remarkably preserved. Estimate: CHF 2,000,000-4,000,000.