Patek Philippe has announced it will be auctioning the 'Patek Philippe Reference 5270T-010' titanium timepiece to raise money for a charity. The timepiece features an emerald green dial with a visible motion through one of the three sub-dials. The case coverings are made from sapphire crystal to ensure the watch retains its scratch-free beauty over time.
The 5270T-010 contains a perpetual calendar chronograph and a CH 29-535 PS Q movement. This one-of-a-kind timepiece will be auctioned at the 'Children Auction 2022' and the proceeds from the auction will go to 'Children Action,' a Swiss charity dedicated to providing humanitarian aid to children in need around the world.
Due to this timepiece being the first-ever Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph in titanium, and the incredibly high prices of the previously auctioned titanium timepieces from the watchmaker, it is likely that this watch will be one of the most expensive watches ever auctioned.
Charitable Luxury Watch Auctions
Patek Philippe is Auctioning a Unique Titanium Watch for Charity
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