Exceptional Patek Philippe Minute Repeater Chronograph. Esthetically show signs of very limited use. Runs and functions beautifully. Calibre: 18"',minute repeater,chronograph, lever escapement.Open-face,bassine style, Rose Gold 18K, Enamel dial (with v.fine hairline crack that runs from 10am to 2pm Also 2 small scratches on glass/plastic?? cover by 10 o'clock.) Breguet numerals with small second hand. Year of Manufacture 1897.Movement #97.801
Case # 220.212
Case diameter approx 50mm
Originally purchased for Ralph Earle, in 1899. Naval Academy Graduate, Was in US Navy during Spanish American War. Received two service medals from the President of the United States and retired as a Rear Admiral.