Patek Philippe Ellipse Reference 4217/1 Ladies' Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1970s
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThis 1970s Patek Philippe ladies' wristwatch, reference 4217/1, is constructed from 18K white gold. It features an Ellipse-style case measuring 21 mm by 23.5 mm, paired with an integrated 18K white gold mesh bracelet that incorporates a hammered texture finish.
The watch dial is finished in a blue sunburst pattern and is identified in the source as a "Sigma" dial, indicating the presence of gold indices and hands. The case exhibits a geometric profile and is managed via a side-mounted crown. The auction description reports the watch has undergone service and is currently functioning. The total length of the piece is determined by its integrated bracelet, which is designed to fit a wrist between 6.25 and 6.5 inches.
No accessories are included with this timepiece.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Ladies' wristwatch
- Brand
- Patek Philippe
- Reference
- 4217/1
- Bracelet Type
- Integrated 18K white gold mesh bracelet
- Case Material
- 18K white gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case Dimensions
- 21 mm by 23.5 mm
- Condition Notes
- No notable evidence of prior polishing
- Dial Designation
- Blue sunburst "Sigma" dial
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
- Wrist Size Compatibility
- 6.25 to 6.5 inches
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The timepiece is fitted with a blue sunburst dial marked as a "Sigma" dial. This designation refers to the small symbols flanking the "SWISS" text at the bottom of the dial, signifying the use of gold for the indices and hands. The dial surface exhibits some age-related changes, including a localized area of degradation near the bottom left quadrant. The hour and minute hands are constructed from solid white gold to match the case material. The auction description notes that despite the metallic dial's expected aging, the hands remain in a flawless condition without external damage to the dial's primary surface.
- Visible features
- • Blue sunburst dial with applied baton indices • Hammered texture on the integrated white gold mesh bracelet • Geometric case shape with straight-line transitions • Small area of dial degradation visible near the seven o'clock position
- Provenance and Condition
- The watch is identified by reference 4217/1 and serial numbers provided by the vendor as 27XXXXX / 12XXXXX. It is a ladies' model, with the case dimensions measuring 21 by 23.5 mm. The item does not include any original boxes or documentation. The auction description reports that the watch was recently serviced and is currently maintaining accurate time.
- Case and Bracelet Construction
- The watch features a geometric case crafted from 18K white gold. The case is finished with a brushed surface and is paired with an integrated 18K white gold mesh bracelet. The bracelet is a notable component of the object's design, featuring a hammered texture throughout its surface. The auction description reports that the case is well-preserved and exhibits no signs of prior polishing, while the bracelet is described as free from stretch, maintaining its structural integrity.
Identification
- Reference
- 4217/1
- Serial number
- 27XXXXX / 12XXXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact serial number is partially masked in the source
- Research required: The source notes dial age typical of metallic dials of this era, which includes visible surface degradation