Patek Philippe - The New York Watch Auction: XI New York Saturday, December 7, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
    Year: 2021
    Reference No: 5990/1R-001
    Movement No: 7’406’659
    Case No: 6’425’064
    Model Name: Nautilus Travel Time Chronograph “Tiffany & Co.”
    Material: 18K pink gold
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. CH 28-520 C FUS, 34 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: 18K pink gold Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 210mm
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp
    Dimensions: 40.5mm Diameter
    Signed: Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed. Dial further signed Tiffany & Co.
    Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated August 15th, 2021, setting pin, hang tag, Tiffany & Co. pouch, product literature, leather folio, numbered envelope, slipcloth, fitted presentation box, outer box, and outer Tiffany & Co. packaging.

  • Catalogue Essay

    The Patek Philippe Nautilus has cemented itself as horology’s preeminent sports watch icon, evolving over the years to incorporate highly coveted complications. Launched in 2014, the dual-time flyback chronograph ref. 5990/1A built upon previous beloved and coveted references, drawing cues from their designs and inspiration from their functionalities.

    Powered by the caliber CH 28-520 C FUS, it ingeniously integrates the dual-time functionality of the Aquanaut Travel Time reference 5164 with an automatic flyback chronograph first seen in 2006 in the reference 5980. The case design similarly mirrors the bolder lines of the reference 5980, with seamlessly integrated dual time zone pushers on the “ear” sides, providing an uncluttered view that complements the Nautilus’ iconic silhouette.

    The pink gold iteration of the 5990, succeeding the steel case and grey dial combination, was first introduced to the market in 2021 and instantly received praise for the luxurious pink gold case and bracelet and beautifully contrasting navy blue dial. It is the ultimate in luxury sports watches, and also the perfect travel companion with two essential complications.

    Setting this particular example apart is the presence of the highly coveted and never-before-seen-at-auction “Tiffany & Co.” signature. Sold shortly after its introduction to the market at the San Francisco Tiffany & Co. boutique, the present example was only worn to be sized and then never worn again. It is in perfect condition, with the protective stickers to the inside of the clasp still present. Offered by the original owner, it is the first Tiffany-signed 5990/1R to appear at auction.

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  • Artist Biography

    Patek Philippe

    Swiss • 1839

    Since 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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Ref. 5990/1R-001
A fresh-to-the-market, brand new, and extraordinarily rare dual-time chronograph wristwatch with date, local/home indicators, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box; retailed by Tiffany & Co.

2021
40.5mm Diameter
Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed. Dial further signed Tiffany & Co.

Estimate
$200,000 - 400,000 
CHF176,000-352,000
€187,000-375,000
HK$1,550,000-3,110,000

Sold for $304,800

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The New York Watch Auction: XI

New York Auction 7 - 8 December 2024