Patek Philippe Rare 'Manta Ray' Ref. 2554 Archive 18k Rose Gold 1958

BRAND:                           Patek Philippe

MODEL:                           Manta Ray

CASE MATERIAL:            18k rose gold

CASE MEASURES:          28 x 40 mm

MOVEMENT:                   Manual 

FUNCTIONS:                   Time and small seconds

CONDITION:                    Rare

A rare vintage Patek Philippe reference 2554 gracefully designed, its archive indicates it was crafted in 1958. The beautifully sculpted 18k rose gold case with elegantly flared sides resemble the wings of a manta ray, hence its moniker. Features a silvered dial with raised hand enamel printed Patek Philippe Geneve, raised gold stick hours, gold pointed hands, and a subsidiary seconds dial. The watch is powered by a Patek caliber 9-90 and is stamped with 2 seals of Geneva. Fitted with a Patek black alligator strap and a vintage Patek 18k rose gold pin buckle, this elegant timepiece is ready to be worn for dressier occasions. Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives. 

Light wear consistent with age.

7.5 mm thick case.

Patek cal. 9-90, 18 jewels manual-wind movement.

2 seals of Geneva on movement.

Fitted glass crystal possibly replaced.

Case# 6969xx

Movement# 9772xx

Patek Philippe black alligator strap, 85% condition approximate.

Patek Philippe 18k rose buckle, vintage.

19 mm lug width.

Modeled on 6 inch wrist.

ID 357378110305