Patek Philippe Hour Glass Dress Watch Ref. 2468
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1950s
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThe Patek Philippe reference 2468, known as the Hour Glass, is an 18K yellow gold manual-wind wristwatch dating to the 1950s. The watch is defined by its architectural, hourglass-inspired case silhouette, which features curved sides rather than straight edges.
A corresponding shaped crystal follows the geometry of the case. The silver dial is set with applied gold Arabic numerals and hour markers, featuring a subsidiary seconds indicator. This reference is identified as an uncommon model produced in small quantities. The watch is presented on an original Patek Philippe black leather strap with an 18K yellow gold buckle. The internal movement is a mechanical manual-wind caliber.
The object is sold as a standalone piece without accompanying documentation or original box.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1950s
- Type
- Dress watch
- Maker
- Patek Philippe
- Movement
- Mechanical Manual Wind
- Condition
- Very good vintage condition
- Reference
- 2468
- Case Material
- 18K Yellow Gold
- Dial Features
- Silver with applied gold markers
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case Dimensions
- 23mm x 39mm
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
Design
- Visible features
- • The watch case features a distinct concave curve on both lateral sides • The dial features applied gold Arabic numerals at 3, 9, and 12 positions • A subsidiary seconds sub-dial is positioned at the lower half of the dial • The caseback shows visible surface scratches consistent with use
- Dial and Movement
- The watch features a silver dial oriented vertically. It is decorated with applied gold Arabic numerals at the 3, 9, and 12 o'clock positions, complemented by applied gold hour markers. A small seconds register is situated in the lower section of the dial. The internal mechanism is a mechanical manual-wind movement, consistent with the technical traditions of the manufacturer during this period.
- Condition and Provenance
- The auction description reports that the watch is in very good vintage condition. The case exhibits light surface wear and scratches on the caseback, while the crystal shows light wear. The hands are described as well-preserved with minor age-related indications. The watch includes the original Patek Philippe black leather strap and the original 18K yellow gold buckle, both of which show evidence of previous use.
- Case and Crystal Construction
- The reference 2468 is distinguished by a sculptural case design that departs from standard rectangular forms of the mid-twentieth century. Its geometry is inspired by the shape of an hourglass, characterized by inward-curving lateral sides that replace traditional straight case edges. A shaped crystal is fitted to mirror the architectural profile of the gold case. This design choice adds a layered, three-dimensional quality to the front of the watch, which is crafted entirely from 18K yellow gold.
Identification
- Reference
- 2468
- 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 production date is only broadly identified as circa 1950s
- Research required: The total number of examples produced is not definitively verified