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Patek Philippe White Gold Beta 21 Ref. 3587 on Swiss Cheese Bracelet
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Beta 21
Reference: 3587/2G
Year: 1971
Material: 18k WG
Dial Color: Silver
Dimensions: 43 mm
Watch Movement: Quartz
Bracelet/Strap: White Gold Swiss Cheese Bracelet (20-20.5cm)
Box/Paper: Archive Paper
Condition: Excellent Overall Condition, No Notable Signs of Wear
SKU: 198593
The early 1970s marked a moment of profound transition in Swiss watchmaking one defined not by incremental refinement, but by a decisive embrace of new technology. At the center of this shift was the Beta 21, a collaborative quartz caliber developed by a consortium of leading maisons, including Patek Philippe. For Patek Philippe, its adoption was not merely technical, but expressivean opportunity to reinterpret traditional codes through a distinctly modern lens.
Reference 3587 stands among the most compelling realizations of this period. Executed in white gold, the case adopts a softly squared, cushion-like form, its proportions balanced and architectural. The dial is restrained and precise, featuring applied markers and a clean date aperture, its minimalism reflecting the forward-looking ethos of the era while maintaining the clarity and discipline long associated with the brand.
Perhaps most distinctive is the integrated white gold bracelet often referred to by collectors as the Swiss cheese bracelet whose perforated, textured links create a rhythmic interplay of light and shadow. Both visually striking and remarkably comfortable, it exemplifies the eras willingness to experiment not only with movements, but with form and wearability. The integration between case and bracelet feels seamless, reinforcing the cohesive design language that defines the reference.
Preserved in superb condition, this example retains strong definition throughout the case and bracelet, with a dial that remains clean and well-balanced. Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming its manufacture in 1971, it represents a particularly honest example from a pivotal moment in Patek Philippes history.
The Ref. 3587 is more than an early quartz wristwatch it is a reflection of a brief but important chapter in which the most traditional of watchmakers engaged directly with the future, producing objects that remain as visually compelling today as they were at the moment of their introduction.
$30,800.00
Original: $88,000.00
-65%Patek Philippe White Gold Beta 21 Ref. 3587 on Swiss Cheese Bracelet—
$88,000.00
$30,800.00
Description
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Beta 21
Reference: 3587/2G
Year: 1971
Material: 18k WG
Dial Color: Silver
Dimensions: 43 mm
Watch Movement: Quartz
Bracelet/Strap: White Gold Swiss Cheese Bracelet (20-20.5cm)
Box/Paper: Archive Paper
Condition: Excellent Overall Condition, No Notable Signs of Wear
SKU: 198593
The early 1970s marked a moment of profound transition in Swiss watchmaking one defined not by incremental refinement, but by a decisive embrace of new technology. At the center of this shift was the Beta 21, a collaborative quartz caliber developed by a consortium of leading maisons, including Patek Philippe. For Patek Philippe, its adoption was not merely technical, but expressivean opportunity to reinterpret traditional codes through a distinctly modern lens.
Reference 3587 stands among the most compelling realizations of this period. Executed in white gold, the case adopts a softly squared, cushion-like form, its proportions balanced and architectural. The dial is restrained and precise, featuring applied markers and a clean date aperture, its minimalism reflecting the forward-looking ethos of the era while maintaining the clarity and discipline long associated with the brand.
Perhaps most distinctive is the integrated white gold bracelet often referred to by collectors as the Swiss cheese bracelet whose perforated, textured links create a rhythmic interplay of light and shadow. Both visually striking and remarkably comfortable, it exemplifies the eras willingness to experiment not only with movements, but with form and wearability. The integration between case and bracelet feels seamless, reinforcing the cohesive design language that defines the reference.
Preserved in superb condition, this example retains strong definition throughout the case and bracelet, with a dial that remains clean and well-balanced. Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming its manufacture in 1971, it represents a particularly honest example from a pivotal moment in Patek Philippes history.
The Ref. 3587 is more than an early quartz wristwatch it is a reflection of a brief but important chapter in which the most traditional of watchmakers engaged directly with the future, producing objects that remain as visually compelling today as they were at the moment of their introduction.
