No Reserve
8045Σ
Panerai
Ref. PAM00520
Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco
A fine and attractive limited edition white gold chronograph wristwatch with guarantee and presentation box, numbered 3 of a limited edition of 100 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$60,000 - 100,000•€7,500 - 12,400$7,700 - 12,800
HK$203,200
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Panerai
- Year
- Circa 2017
- Reference No
- PAM00520
- Movement No
- 121’641
- Case No
- Q’003/100, BB1’667’273, OP6’949
- Model Name
- Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco
- Material
- 18K white gold
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. OP XXV, 22 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K white gold Panerai deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 45mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Panerai guarantee stamped Panerai Boutique Beijing, dated 13 August 2017, numbered certificate, instruction manual, product literature, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
- At SIHH 2014, Panerai debuted a vintage-inspired chronograph that ignites passion for the brand's rich history. The Radiomir 1940 Chronograph, offered in platinum, pink gold, and white gold with different dial variations, bridges eras of Italian watchmaking prowess.
- Harkening back to their first Radiomir Mare Nostrum chronograph of 1943 made for Italian navy officers, Panerai channels mid-century design in the cushion-shaped case. A plexiglass crystal and sandwich dial construction reinforce the retro appeal.
- Within lies the great prize - the manual-wind Minerva base cal. 13-22, also known as cal. OP XXV. By interfacing Richemont Group resources with rich brand heritage, Panerai has created a modern classic. The Radiomir 1940 is sure to entice Panerai collectors and chronograph connoisseurs alike.
- The present example in white gold (ref. PAM00520) is numbered 3 of a limited edition of 100 pieces. Offered in exceptional condition with box and papers, this Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco is an incredibly handsome addition to any collection.
- Harkening back to their first Radiomir Mare Nostrum chronograph of 1943 made for Italian navy officers, Panerai channels mid-century design in the cushion-shaped case. A plexiglass crystal and sandwich dial construction reinforce the retro appeal.
- Within lies the great prize - the manual-wind Minerva base cal. 13-22, also known as cal. OP XXV. By interfacing Richemont Group resources with rich brand heritage, Panerai has created a modern classic. The Radiomir 1940 is sure to entice Panerai collectors and chronograph connoisseurs alike.
- The present example in white gold (ref. PAM00520) is numbered 3 of a limited edition of 100 pieces. Offered in exceptional condition with box and papers, this Radiomir 1940 Chronograph Oro Bianco is an incredibly handsome addition to any collection.
Panerai
Italian | 1860Known for its robust designs and large case sizes, Officine Panerai was established in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy. Around 1900, Giovanni's grandson Guido Panerai took over, and Panerai became the supplier to the Regia Marina — the Royal Italian Navy. After supplying the navy with high-precision instruments for a number of years, Officine Panerai created Radiomir, a radium-based powder that gives luminosity to the dials of sighting instruments and devices. By 1936, the Royal Italian Navy approached Panerai again with the request to design a watch resistant to extreme underwater conditions. The watch they created became known as the "Radiomir".
Panerai's watches made during the early twentieth century era were comprised of cases designed and manufactured by Rolex SA, with Cortébert, a Swiss manufacturer, supplying the majority of their movements. The most recognizable designs from the firm are the Radiomir and Luminor. To date, vintage models from the first half of the 1900s, such as the reference 3646 and 6152 models, remain the most desirable among collectors.
Browse MakerPanerai's watches made during the early twentieth century era were comprised of cases designed and manufactured by Rolex SA, with Cortébert, a Swiss manufacturer, supplying the majority of their movements. The most recognizable designs from the firm are the Radiomir and Luminor. To date, vintage models from the first half of the 1900s, such as the reference 3646 and 6152 models, remain the most desirable among collectors.