Patek Philippe Half-Hunting Cased Lady's Pendant Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1884
This lady’s pendant watch was produced by Patek, Philippe & Co. in Geneva, circa 1884, for the retailer H. Hulsmann of Frankfurt a/m. The timepiece features an 18K yellow gold, four-body bassine-style half-hunting case.
The front cover incorporates a small glazed aperture surrounded by radial blue champleve Roman numerals on the outer metal surface, while the back cover features an engraved monogram. Internally, the watch contains a frosted gilt movement measuring 27 mm (12''') in diameter, equipped with 17 jewels, a cylinder escapement, and a plain three-arm brass balance with a blued steel flat balance spring. The winding mechanism utilizes wolf's tooth gearing.
The white enamel dial displays radial black Roman numerals with an outer minute track and is paired with blued-steel double-spade hands. The watch is signed on the dial, case, and hinged cuvette and includes an Extract from the Archives.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Half-hunting cased pendant watch
- Maker
- Patek, Philippe & Co.
- Retailer
- H. Hulsmann, Uhrmacher, Frankfurt a/m
- Case material
- 18K yellow gold
- Movement type
- Cylinder escapement
- Serial Number
- 66207
- Condition note
- Hands are replacements
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case dimensions
- 32 mm
- Maker / attribution
- Patek, Philippe & Co.
Design
- Visible features
- • Small glazed aperture on the front cover shows the central portion of the dial. • Front cover displays blue champleve Roman numerals. • The bow and crown are positioned for pendant wear. • Case appears to have a polished finish.
- Case and Dial Description
- The watch is housed in an 18K yellow gold, four-body bassine case. The front cover serves a decorative and functional purpose, featuring a small glazed aperture that allows the center of the dial to be viewed without opening the cover. This aperture is surrounded by radial blue champleve Roman numerals and an inner minute track on the gold surface. The back cover is adorned with an engraved monogram. The white enamel dial features radial black Roman numerals and an outer minute track. The watch is equipped with blued-steel double-spade hands. While the dial and case are signed, the auction description specifies that the hands are later replacements. A hinged gold cuvette protects the internal movement.
- Provenance and Documentation
- The watch was produced circa 1884 for H. Hulsmann, an Uhrmacher (watchmaker) based in Frankfurt a/m. The object is identified by the serial number 66207, which is recorded on both the case and the movement. Documentation for the watch includes an Extract from the Archives provided by the manufacturer. The watch is offered as part of a sale lot and is accompanied by a grading assessment provided by the auction house. This report details the condition of various components, including the case, movement, and dial, as well as providing technical confirmation of the original signing on the dial, case, and cuvette.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- The movement, measuring 27 mm or 12''', is constructed with a frosted gilt finish. It utilizes 17 jewels and The balance assembly consists of a plain three-arm brass balance wheel paired with a blued steel flat balance spring and an index regulator for time adjustment. A notable construction detail is the use of wolf's tooth winding, which refers to the specific shape of the teeth on the winding wheels.
Identification
- Serial number
- 66207
- 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 auction description notes the hands are later replacements.
- Research required: The grading system reports the dial is in fair condition and the movement requires an overhaul.
- Research required: The exact extent of the patina on the movement is not fully detailed beyond a grade assessment.