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Patek Philippe
Ref. 5500P
Pagoda
A "like-new", very fine and rare limited edition platinum rectangular-shaped wristwatch with small seconds, applied Roman numerals, Certificate of Origin, attestation, commemorative medal and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 150 pieces made to commemorate the opening of Patek Philippe’s watchmaking facility in Geneva in 1997
- Estimate
- HK$120,000 - 200,000€13,300 - 22,100$15,400 - 25,600
HK$558,800
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- Circa 1997
- Reference No
- 5500P
- Movement No
- 1’859’425
- Case No
- 4’014’161
- Model Name
- Pagoda
- Material
- Platinum
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 215, 18 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- Platinum Patek Philippe pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 40.5mm length x 26.5mm width
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Patek Philippe SA Genève dated 25th November 1997, Attestation dated 25th November 1997, COSC certificate, 1997 commemorative watches book, commemorative medal, instruction manual, product literature, leather folio, travel pouch, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The Patek Philippe references 5500 and 4900 are part of an important limited series of wristwatch models produced before the turn of the millennium. Known as the "Pagoda" collection, these timepieces pay homage to the distinctive case shapes from Patek Philippe's vintage era. The collection features a unique flared rectangular case with a tiered tower-like caseband. Released in 1997 to commemorate the opening of Patek Philippe's Plan-les-Ouates facility, this special edition includes four men's models (ref. 5500) and three ladies' models (ref. 4900).
The reference 5500 was produced in limited quantities, with only 1,100 pieces made in yellow gold, 500 in pink gold, 250 in white gold and 150 in platinum. The ladies' model is even rarer, with 500 pieces in yellow gold, 150 in pink gold, and 100 in white gold.
The present example showcases the Patek Philippe Pagoda ref. 5500 in platinum, distinguished as the rarest material in the collection and featuring a striking black dial. The dial includes a refined railway minute track, while the elongated applied numerals complement the vertical Pagoda case beautifully.
Exuding elegance, this timepiece is the perfect dress watch for a gentleman. This ref. 5500 was last seen at auction 16 years ago and has been kept in a safe since, preserving its excellent condition from when it was first sold. This reference represents a significant milestone in Patek Philippe's history and will always hold a special place in the brand's watchmaking legacy.
The reference 5500 was produced in limited quantities, with only 1,100 pieces made in yellow gold, 500 in pink gold, 250 in white gold and 150 in platinum. The ladies' model is even rarer, with 500 pieces in yellow gold, 150 in pink gold, and 100 in white gold.
The present example showcases the Patek Philippe Pagoda ref. 5500 in platinum, distinguished as the rarest material in the collection and featuring a striking black dial. The dial includes a refined railway minute track, while the elongated applied numerals complement the vertical Pagoda case beautifully.
Exuding elegance, this timepiece is the perfect dress watch for a gentleman. This ref. 5500 was last seen at auction 16 years ago and has been kept in a safe since, preserving its excellent condition from when it was first sold. This reference represents a significant milestone in Patek Philippe's history and will always hold a special place in the brand's watchmaking legacy.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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