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Patek Philippe fine and rare platinum rectangular wristwatch,…
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Patek Philippe fine and rare platinum rectangular wristwatch, circa 1930 case 416574, property of the Estate of John Francis Count McCormack nickel lever movement, 18 jewels, silvered dial, applied Breguet numerals, rectangular case, snap on case back case, dial and movement signed on a 14ct white gold mesh bracelet engraved with initials J.McC. The back of the case diamond set and engraved lily to John July 2nd 1931, length 43 mm., the present example was the property of John Francis Count McCormack((14 June 1884 ¹ 16 September 1945) A world-famous Irish tenor, celebrated for his performances of the operatic and popular song repertoires, and renowned for his diction and breath control. John McCormack was also a Papal Count., the watch was presented to him by his wife lily on July 2nd 1931and is being offered by the original owner's grandson. John Francis Count McCormack(1)(2)(3) (14 June 1884 ¹ 16 September 1945) was a world-famous Irish tenor, celebrated for his performances of the operatic and popular song repertoires, and renowned for his diction and breath control.(4) He was also a Papal Count.
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Horology (Clocks & watches): Watches - Wrist