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Patek Philippe First Automatic Enamel
Reference 2526 · Platinum
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Patek Philippe produced the Reference 2526 from 1953 until approximately 1960. This model represents the manufacturer’s first self-winding wristwatch, powered by the caliber 12-600 AT, which features a 30-jewel movement and an 18k gold rotor. Collectors prioritize this reference for its fired cream enamel dial and heavy two-body water-resistant case. While the majority of the estimated 580 total units were cased in yellow gold, the platinum execution is the rarest variant, with fewer than 25 examples documented publicly. Secondary market prices for platinum models typically reside in the mid-to-high six-figure range, significantly exceeding the values of gold counterparts. A notable auction result occurred in 2023 when a platinum 2526 with a Tiffany & Co. signed dial and a matching platinum bracelet sold for over 600,000 USD. Current market availability is limited to specialized vintage auctions and high-end secondary dealers.
Auction track record
1 documented sale since 2022. Top hammer $500,000 at Phillips Geneva in 2022. Median hammer: $500,000.
Ranks #60 of 77 Patek Philippe auction lots we track — see all Patek Philippe records.
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For this reference (and close variants).
| Lot | Year | Hammer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2526 · First Automatic Enamel | 2022 | $500,000 | Phillips Geneva |