Patek Phillipe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Ref: 973J 2023

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The Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Ref. 973J is a timeless expression of the brand’s dedication to traditional haute horlogerie, showcasing the artistry and mechanical precision that have defined Patek Philippe since its founding in 1839. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this elegant pocket watch embodies classic simplicity, typically featuring a clean white or cream dial with subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock. Inside, it houses a hand-finished manual-winding movement, meticulously decorated and adjusted for superior chronometric performance, in keeping with Patek Philippe’s reputation for uncompromising quality. Pocket watches like the 973J carry no additional complications beyond the time display, making them a pure representation of mechanical watchmaking at its finest. The caseback opens to shoot the exposed movement with no crystal obscuring the view to the beating heart of the pocketwatch! Historically, Patek Philippe has been one of the foremost producers of exquisite pocket watches, supplying royalty, dignitaries, and collectors throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, and this reference continues that tradition in a modern context. Within the Patek Philippe lineup, the Ref. 973J sits as a tribute to classical watchmaking, appealing to connoisseurs who appreciate understated elegance, artisanal movement finishing, and the heritage of timepieces meant to be treasured for generations.

Reference: 973J-001
Date: 2023
Size: 44mm
Condition: Brand New
Included with sale: Full Set