Patek Philippe - Ref. 3433 Calatrava "Asprey"
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1961
Movement No
1'111'053
Reference No
3433
Case No
2'614'369
Model Name
Calatrava "Asprey"
Material
18k yellow gold
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 27-460, 37 jewels, stamped twice with the Geneva Seal
Bracelet/Strap
18k yellow gold Gay Frères for Patek Philippe bracelet, max length 190mm
Clasp/Buckle
18k yellow gold Gay Frères for Patek Philippe clasp stamped "4 57" and with the British import hallmarks
Dimensions
36mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1961 with yellow gold bracelet and its subsequent sale on September 25, 1961.
Condition Report:
CASE: the case is in superlative condition. The lugs fully retain their architecture with extremely defined edges and steps, the hallmark to the outside of the top left lug is very crisp, the one to the bottom right lug a little more faint - most likely the result of an imperfect stamping. The Asprey stock number hand-engraved underneath the bottom right lug is unmolested. The caseback features perfect satin finish, and nearly unmolested notches with negligible wear. The bracelet is in similar condition with tight links and crisp hallmarks to the clasp.
DIAL: the dial is spectacularly well preserved. All graphics are strong and without losses, the pearl minute divisions also are in superb condition. The only hint of the passage of time is a tiny discoloration at the center of the subsidiary dial.
MOVEMENT: the movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing. A service for oiling and cleaning is suggested given the age of the watch.
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
1961
Movement No
1'111'053
Reference No
3433
Case No
2'614'369
Model Name
Calatrava "Asprey"
Material
18k yellow gold
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 27-460, 37 jewels, stamped twice with the Geneva Seal
Bracelet/Strap
18k yellow gold Gay Frères for Patek Philippe bracelet, max length 190mm
Clasp/Buckle
18k yellow gold Gay Frères for Patek Philippe clasp stamped "4 57" and with the British import hallmarks
Dimensions
36mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and clasp signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1961 with yellow gold bracelet and its subsequent sale on September 25, 1961.
Condition Report:
CASE: the case is in superlative condition. The lugs fully retain their architecture with extremely defined edges and steps, the hallmark to the outside of the top left lug is very crisp, the one to the bottom right lug a little more faint - most likely the result of an imperfect stamping. The Asprey stock number hand-engraved underneath the bottom right lug is unmolested. The caseback features perfect satin finish, and nearly unmolested notches with negligible wear. The bracelet is in similar condition with tight links and crisp hallmarks to the clasp.
DIAL: the dial is spectacularly well preserved. All graphics are strong and without losses, the pearl minute divisions also are in superb condition. The only hint of the passage of time is a tiny discoloration at the center of the subsidiary dial.
MOVEMENT: the movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing. A service for oiling and cleaning is suggested given the age of the watch.
