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Do Patek Philippe watches use batteries?
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Patek Philippe quartz watches are battery powered, but automatic and manual winding ones are not. The batteries on quartz watches usually last for a few years before needing to be replaced. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe timepieces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Patek Philippe Ellipse Watch 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Patek Philippe Ellipse reference 3788 in quartz featuring a blue dial from the 1970s. Measurments include a 28x33mm case size. 18K yellow gold case and buckle. On its origin...
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20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Blue Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1980s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse reference 3748 manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a blue sunburst diamond dial from the 1980s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Meas...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here we have a refined and elegant example of vintage Patek Philippe design: the reference 3571 Gondolo in solid 18k yellow gold, complete with its original integrated bracelet and d...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Blue Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1980s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Patek Philippe Ellipse in 18K yellow gold manual wind cushion case from the 1980s with a sunburst blue sigma dial from the 1980s. Measurements include a 32mm case and a brac...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Champagne Hammer Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
We’re excited to present a truly standout piece from Patek Philippe’s boldest design era—the Ref. 3567 in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rare champagne hammer-finished dial paired with...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Tiffany Stamped Watch, 1990s
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Patek Philippe Calatrava quartz white roman numeral dial from the 1990s featuring a Tiffany stamp at 6 o'clock. Measurements include a 34mm case and 18mm lug width. On an af...
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