Minerva Pythagore.. Rare collectors watch for those who know. Complete package!

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Minerva Pythagore!

Long the iconic wristwatch of Minerva, the Pythagore was part of the watchmaker’s line up for several decades. A gentleman’s wristwatch in the most classic Swiss style, the Pythagore gets its name from the cal. 48 movement inside. Designed in 1943 by Andre Frey – the Frey family-owned Minerva until it was sold in 2000 to Italian investors – the cal. 48 was laid out according to Pythagoras’ golden ratio, resulting in the distinctive, linear bridges.

Dating to 1997, during the golden age of Minerva as a family-owned company – the brand is now owned by Montblanc - this example is an original Pythagore with a 34 mm case and two-tone, silvered dial with leaf-shaped hands. (Later versions of the Pythagore were upsized to a more modern 38 mm).

The size and aesthetics of the watch are unquestionably vintage-inspired, but the movement has been decorated in an attractive manner that meets contemporary standards for finishing. The bridges feature Cotes de Geneve and beveled edges, while the balance cock is equipped with a swan’s neck regulator index.


Manufacturer: Minerva
Year: Circa 1997
Reference No: A481-A8A
Case No: 734'157
Model Name: Pythagore
Material: Stainless steel
Calibre: Manual, cal. 48, 16 Jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Leather
Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Minerva pin buckle
Dimensions: 34mm diameter
Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories: Accompanied by Minerva international guarantee dated 25th February 1997 stamped Johann Meindl & Co. and fitted presentation case (rough in shape).


The watch is in perfect working order and is a rare find of a quality piece from this famous movement maker.

I will offer this watch for $2,500 for a FTF in the GTA or plus insured shipping..

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SpillyJ

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The nice part about listing this watch is I get to see who the true collectors are. I have had some great PM's on this one from people who obviously know what this is.... Kudos..... Nice collectible watch in the house!
 

SpillyJ

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The only thing I am learning from this listing is who are the true watch collectors... They understand what this watch is!
 
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