{"product_id":"patek-philippe-pre-reference-18k-yellow-gold-wristwatch-1926","title":"Patek Philippe Pre-Reference Square Wristwatch – 18K Yellow Gold, Extract from the Archives, 1926","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn elegant and exceptionally well-preserved pre-reference Patek Philippe from 1926, featuring a square 18k yellow gold case, Breguet numerals, small seconds, and manual-winding calibre 9'''.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally charming and historically important \u003cstrong\u003epre-reference Patek Philippe\u003c\/strong\u003emanufactured in \u003cstrong\u003e1926\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserved in remarkably attractive condition for a watch nearing a century of age. Before Patek Philippe introduced its reference-number system in 1934, watches were catalogued by \u003cstrong\u003ecase number\u003c\/strong\u003e, making examples such as the present piece especially appealing to collectors who appreciate the early development of the Maison’s wristwatches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a refined \u003cstrong\u003e18k yellow gold square case\u003c\/strong\u003e, this watch combines elegant proportions with a timelessly restrained design. The dial displays \u003cstrong\u003eBreguet numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003esmall seconds register at 6 o’clock\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a layout that remains sophisticated and highly wearable today. Its overall character is enhanced by the subtle warmth and authenticity that only a well-preserved vintage Patek Philippe can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a \u003cstrong\u003emanual-winding calibre 9'''\u003c\/strong\u003e, the watch embodies the discreet refinement of early 20th-century Geneva watchmaking. It is further accompanied by its \u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Extract from the Archives\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming the production of the present timepiece in \u003cstrong\u003e1926\u003c\/strong\u003e and its subsequent sale on \u003cstrong\u003e26 August 1927\u003c\/strong\u003e. As collectors continue to gravitate toward smaller, elegant, and historically significant vintage watches, this pre-reference example stands out as a discerning and deeply collectible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Extract from the Archives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patek Philippe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1926\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-reference wristwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 812'549\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 604916\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual, cal. 9'''\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered dial with Breguet numerals and small seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24.5 mm width × 33.5 mm length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crocodile strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Case, dial, movement and buckle signed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1926 and sale on 26 August 1927\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT HORAMUNDI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe specialize in vintage and contemporary timepieces and collectible horological objects, offering carefully curated pieces inspected for authenticity and presentation, with high-resolution images and detailed descriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HORAMUNDI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56374750740772,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/8222\/1348\/files\/VintagePatekPhilippesquarewristwatchfrom1926in18kyellowgoldwithsmallseconds.heic?v=1790170623","url":"https:\/\/horamundi.com\/zh\/products\/patek-philippe-pre-reference-18k-yellow-gold-wristwatch-1926","provider":"HORAMUNDI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}