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The New Patek Philippe Twenty~4 7340/1R Perpetual Calendar

Introduced in 1999, the Twenty~4 collection was Patek Philippe’s first dedicated line of feminine timepieces. The original model featured an Art Deco-inspired manchette (cuff) design, but in 2018, the brand unveiled the Twenty~4 Automatic, which is a round-cased iteration powered by an automatic movement. This year, Patek Philippe elevates the collection further by introducing a perpetual calendar complication, marking the collection's debut in the realm of Grand Complications.
Crafted entirely in 18K rose gold, the watch features a 36mm case with a slender profile of just 9.95mm, making it sit gracefully on the wrist. The case is meticulously finished with a combination of polished and brushed surfaces, enhancing its refined aesthetic. Two dial options are available. The Ref. 7340/1R-001 features a silvery opaline dial with a vertical satin finish, evoking the texture of shantung silk that feature irregular texture, while the Ref. 7340/1R-010 presents an olive green sunburst dial for a more contemporary appeal.

Glossary

Analog watch

It is a watch that uses hands and a dial to display the time.

An analog watch is a type of timepiece that displays time using mechanical or electronic components. It features an hour hand, a minute hand, and sometimes a seconds hand that rotate around a circular dial or face, which is typically marked with hour and minute indicators. Analog watches are powered by  quartz and mechanical, which can be manual or automatic movements. 

Analog watches come in a variety of styles and designs, from classic and elegant to sporty and rugged. They are often favored by those who appreciate the traditional look and feel of a mechanical timepiece, and who value the craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into making them.