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1952 PATEK PHILIPPE Mens "Pagoda" Serpico Y Laino Watch - Original with Papers

$17,119
£13,169.08
€15,285.55
CA$24,141.88
A$27,042.96
CHF 14,203.94
MX$328,833.74
NOK 179,868.28
SEK 170,743.36
DKK 114,081.99

About the Item

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers via other online sites with a 5.0 star rating. 1952 PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Mens Ref. 1588 "Pagoda" Serpico Y Laino Large Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold with Extract Very Collectable "Pagoda" - Double Signed - PP Archive Extract Paper - 1 Year Warranty We are proud to offer the very collectable and striking Patek Philippe mens ref. 1588 watch showcased in today's offering, the company's renowned "Pagoda" model, so named because of its arched side profile. While most rectangular watches from the era were either small or very small, this watch was a strong exception. Quite large for the era with understated silver face and beautiful "Pagoda" case, it showcases a classic and ultra-elegant Patek style. It also feels more substantial than most rectangular watches from the era. It has spent the majority of the last six months in my collection. Ref. 1588 was launched in 1944 and was produced for just over a decade. The case was made by Markowski, the preferred maker of Patek Philippe for iconic "shaped' cases such as the "Hour-Glass" ref. 1593 and the "Top-Hat" ref. 1450. It is powered by one of Patek Philippe's illustrious 9'90 movements, so well designed that Patek used it for more than 40 years. The 9'90 Patek Philippe movement is a tonneau shaped movement introduced in 1934 and was fitted into many famous Patek Philippe watches such as the "Banana" (ref. 2442), the "Eiffel Tower " (ref. 2441), the "Top Hat" (ref. 1588) and the "Tegolino." Our example has a sought-after double-signed dial, co-signed for Serpico Y Laino, the prestigious retailer in Caracas jeweler. Founded in 1925, Serpico y Laino was the leading luxury watch retailer in Venezuela for roughly 40 years and today the watches that bear their signature are very desirable. Serpico y Laino signed Pateks are also distinctive among the group of watches featuring retailer signatures, in that their markings aren’t limited to their dials alone. In addition to signing the dials of the watches they sold, the Venezuelan retailer went as far as engraving the casebacks with “S&L” to make their offerings easily traceable. Because Serpico y Laino signed watches tend to command significant prices, quite a few have attempted to replicate the signature on authentic watches, making the process of purchasing an example more trepidatious for less educated buyers without a trusted dealer with significant expertise. It is in all-original condition. Its case is in excellent condition. Its untouched original dial with original Serpico Y Laino signature shows only fairly mild aging. Our Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing. It is keeping time on par with a brand new Patek in our testing position. For the finishing touch we have equipped it with an aftermarket alligator grain leather strap done in the modern Patek style and genuine 18K gold Patek buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Accompanying it is an Extract from the Patek Philippe archives attesting to its originality and authenticity. Patek charges 500 CHF (approx. $575) to obtain one. Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance. Note: This wonderful article by Christie's on the world famous Serpico Y Laino Patek ref. 2499 that sold for $3.3 million a few years includes a very nice educating section on Serpico Y Laino. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Country of origin: Switzerland Serial no.: 974,629 Year built: c. 1952; sold December 19th, 1952 Model: Ref. 1588, so called "Pagoda" Functions: Hours, Minutes and Subsidiary Seconds Designed for: Men Case material: 18K gold Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve, Swiss, .750, 1588, 671,383, Ref. 1588 Case markings (outside): Personalized "VM" and stamped S&L and 18K for Serpico Y Laino and the case material. Case condition: Near mint plus with very little wear and only slight signs of previous polishing. Dimensions: 24mm wide (without the crown) by 40mm long lug tip-to-tip Dial: Silver with gold faceted dart and Roman numeral applied indexes, signed Patek Philippe and Geneve, and Serpico Y Laino, original and untouched Hands: Original, gold "batons" Movement type: Extremely high grade, manually wound, Cal. 9-90, tonneau-shaped, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring, micrometer regulator Jewels: 18 rubies Band: Leather, aftermarket, done in a modern Patek style with 18K gold genuine Patek buckle We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested. Width between lugs: 18mm Servicing: Our Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping time on par with a brand new Patek in our testing position. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of four watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details. Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Extract from the Patek Philippe archives attesting to its originality and authenticity; New Connoisseur of Time timing certificate SKU 8513
  • Creator:
  • Case Material:
  • Strap Material:
    Leather
  • Case Shape:
    Rectangle
  • Movement:
  • Case Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (40 mm)Width: 0.95 in (24 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1952
  • Condition:
    It is in all-original condition. Its case is in excellent condition. Its untouched original dial with original Serpico Y Laino signature shows only fairly mild aging.Our Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing.
  • Seller Location:
    Suwanee, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 85131stDibs: LU4333226270862

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