Patek Philippe 425J "Tegolino" Iconic Vintage Art Deco Watch in Yellow Gold Circa 1943-44

Introduction:
Patek Philippe 425J Tegolino Art Deco watch, measuring 42.5 x 20.5.  The watch is fitted with a 9"90 caliber 18-jewel manual wind movement # 836738, case# 634372.  The original factory dial is silvered with 18K  raised lapped 18K gold indexes and Delphine hands. In addition it still has the hard enamel signature.  The watch is triple signed dial, movement case.   The watch is fitted with a brown Lizard strap.   The engraved case back confirms it's providence

Date & Paperwork:
The watch was made in 1943-1944  This watch was meticulously cared for.  The watch was not polished, it has the original dial, original crystal, and original crown.  Please look at the strong hallmarks still intact.

Essay:

The 425 was launched in 1934 and remained in production until 1960 when it was replaced by the slightly larger reference 2461.
Together with the legendary Calatrava reference 96, This Reference 425 is and was one of Patek Philippe's most popular Iconic wristwatches.  It design is a typical Art Deco architectural design serving as inspiration for the firm's other rectangular models of the time.  It is fitted with the celebrated rectangular-shaped caliber 9-90, Patek Philippe’s finest non-circular movement of the period.

Specifications & Condition: 
Movement: 9"-90 caliber 18-Jewel manual wind
Case Dimensions : 42.5 x 20.5 mm
Dial Color:    Silvered
Band Type:   Lizard 
Functions: Time Only
Condition:  Super original Condition, Original Dial, Original style crystal, Original Crown, and the hallmarks are not rubbed and are deep.