Patek Philippe Top Hat 1450

Patek Philippe Ref. 1450 An elegant, unusual and rare pink gold wristwatch with small seconds, hooded lugs and pink dial

Manufacturer : Patek Philippe Year : 1943 Reference No : 1450 Movement No : 836’347 Case No : 633‘043 Model Name : Top Hat “Pink on Pink Material : 18K pink gold Calibre : Manual, cal. 9''90, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Leather Clasp/Buckle : 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions : 36mm length x 20.5mm width Signed : Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories : Delivered with Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the configuration of the pink dial and date of manufacture of the present timepiece in 1943 and its subsequent date of sale on 4th March 1944 During the Art Deco era, a scattering of imaginative rectangular designs emerged, each accompanied by equally inspired nicknames. One such example is the present ref. 1450 "Top Hat". Its distinctive profile and hooded lugs give the impression of a top hat, a fashionable accessory for men around the turn of the century. The cases were crafted by C. Markowski, recognized by the Poinçon de Maître no. 8, who was known for producing many of the rectangular case designs that gained popularity in the post-war years. The prominent domed crystal further enhances the watch's unique character. Encased in pink gold, which is already rarer than the standard yellow gold, this example features a highly coveted pink dial—a sought-after attribute even in today’s market. Our research indicates that only about one-third of the pink gold examples come with this dial configuration. In excellent condition, the hallmarks on the caseband remain extremely crisp, and the Extract from the Archives confirms the authenticity of the pink dial. This remarkable timepiece stands as a testament to Patek Philippe's exceptional creativity and innovative design.