Patek Philippe - Ref. 96 Calatrava

Manufacturer
Patek Philippe

Year
1944

Movement No
864'428

Reference No
96

Case No
298'732

Model Name
Calatrava

Material
18k yellow gold

Calibre
Manual, cal. 12''120, 20 jewels, stamped "PXP" and twice with the Geneva Seal

Clasp/Buckle
18k yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle

Dimensions
31mm diameter

Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with silvered dial and applied gold Breguet numerals in 1944 and is subsequent sale on March 14, 1945.

Condition Report:
CASE: the case is in impressive condition. The lugs are full, the hallmark to the back crisp and the same is true for the engraving to the back. Minor surface marks are present throughout.

DIAL: the dial is equally impressive. The surface presents no relevant surface marks, all graphics are strong and without losses (the accent above Genève and comma between Patek and Philippe are present) and it reacts to the geiger counter.

MOVEMENT: the movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing. A service for oling and cleaning is suggested given the age of the watch.