LOT 188:
Patek Philippe 1579 Platinium @ Christie's
To continue with exceptional Patek watches, which are characteristic of Christie's auctions led by Aurel Bacs, the platinum chronograph Patek Philippe 1579. Akin to the two previous marvels, it features a platinum case. It is the last in the series and is fitted with a 13 lignes caliber. It is one of the three existing copies which close the 1979 series.
The dial is a beauty of brightness and balance and its slight coloration does not spoil its look; quite the contrary.
Despite its small size, it is very present on the wrist, notably because of its dial's austere charisma.
Estimation : 1,000,000 - 1,500,000 CHF
Final bid 12 november 2012 @ Christie's Geneva: 1,539,000 CHF
