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A stunning “Marylin”
Nicknamed “Banana”, “Marylin”, "Osso da morto" (Italian for “dead man's bone”) or, in Japan, “Mimitabu” (耳朶, Japanese for “earlobe”), ref. 2442, introduced in 1948, is one of Patek Philippe's most iconic shaped watches.
As its total production number is estimated at around 150 examples, it is rare.
But what is even rarer is to find such a stunning example with an incredibly appealing patinated dial bearing a long signature.
I'm in love: what about you?
I'm in love: what about you?
Best, Emmanuel
Rose gold case (27 x 42.5 mm) and caliber 9-90
credit: Espadim 1985
Rose gold case (27 x 42.5 mm) and caliber 9-90
credit: Espadim 1985
A stunning “Marylin”
Nicknamed “ Banana ”, “ Marylin ”, " Osso da morto " (Italian for “dead man's bone”) or, in Japan, “ Mimitabu ” (耳朶, Japanese for “earlobe”), ref. 2442 , introduced in 1948 , is one of Patek Philippe 's most iconic shaped watches. As its total production ...
It's the most beautiful I've seen so far.
I would buy it if the price wasn't so high (€ 62k). Best, Emmanuel
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The case is sensuous, especially in profile. Wonderful movement too. Like you, Blansky, patina dials don’t fire me up too much but a reissue would be really nice.
Not my wrist unfortunately.
It’s the most appealing example of 2442 I’ve seen so far (on photos only). Best, Emmanuel
It’s a great case But the printing on the dial looks a bit manky
The case is like a molten sculpture on the wrist Another spectacular piece Case design by markowski I think Julian Ps I reckon a pink gold model with a perfect dial would be more expensive ...
I love yours, Julian !
On this rose gold example, the printing looks manky but I could do with it personally. I love this patinated dial and long signature: I’ve seen no other example like this. Have a great weekend, Best, Emmanuel
So fake dial? How sad.
This is what deeply annoys me about vintage: you have to be constantly on your guard and you can't have any confidence, even in seemingly reputable dealers like Epsadim.
Hi Emmanuel, I understand the attraction for you with this piece !
Curvy shaped case which is right up your alley ! Sounds like a serious contender for your wrist time now 😃
It's not mine, Gordon.
It might even be sold, even if it's still listed on C24. Best, Emmanuel
What a beautiful watch in such a sensual case,
from the side it’s just unbelievable, thanks for sharing it Emmanuel.