Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold 35mm Champagne Dial Vintage Watch
This stunning Patek Philippe Calatrava is in excellent pre-owned condition and ready to ship!
| Brand |
Patek Philippe |
| Model |
Calatrava |
| Case Material |
18k Yellow Gold |
| Case Diameter |
35mm |
| Crystal |
Acrylic / Hesalite Crystal |
| Bezel |
Smooth 18k Yellow Gold Bezel |
| Dial |
Champagne Sunburst Dial with Index Hour Markers |
| Bracelet |
Brown Leather Strap |
| Movement |
Manual Wind |
| Year of Production |
Vintage (Pre-1990) |
| Condition |
Pre-Owned · Excellent |
| Includes |
Watch only — presented in a Diamonds by Raymond Lee gift box |
| SKU |
W4446 |
The Calatrava is Patek Philippe's purest expression of the round dress watch, introduced in 1932 and named after the Calatrava cross that forms the heart of the Patek Philippe seal. Vintage examples in 18k yellow gold are among the most sought-after pieces in horological collecting, prized for their understated architecture and the extraordinary movement quality concealed beneath. This pre-1990 example carries the quiet confidence that defines the line — a 35mm case that sits perfectly on the wrist without announcing itself, finished in warm yellow gold that only improves with age.
The champagne sunburst dial is one of the most flattering you'll find on a vintage Calatrava. It shifts from pale ivory at the center to a deeper golden tone toward the edges, a quality that no modern printing process fully replicates. Clean index hour markers frame the dial without clutter, and the signed crown at 3 o'clock reads "PATEK PHILIPPE GENÈVE" in period-correct typography. The smooth yellow gold bezel and slim case profile are typical of the Calatrava's commitment to proportion, and the acrylic crystal adds a period-correct softness to the overall appearance. The brown leather strap completes a look that is firmly vintage in character.
For the collector who appreciates mid-century Swiss watchmaking at its most refined, this Calatrava is a rare opportunity to own a genuine Patek Philippe in solid 18k yellow gold at a meaningful entry point into the marque. It wears beautifully as a daily dress watch or as a cornerstone piece in a vintage collection.
Each piece is fully inspected and authenticated by Diamonds by Raymond Lee in Boca Raton.
