Patek Philippe Reference 2551 Calatrava | A yellow gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 1955

Reference 2551 Calatrava 'Disco Volante'
A yellow gold automatic wristwatch, Circa 1955

Dial: silvered
Caliber: cal. 12-600 AT automatic, 30 jewels
Movement number: 762’273
Case: 18k yellow gold, screw down case back
Case number: 690’616
Closure: 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle
Size: 35.5 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe service paperwork

Condition Report:
Case: The case is in good condition. There are some light scratches on the case and case back. The watch has previously been polished. The gold stamp is visible on the upper left lug.

Dial: The dial is in very good condition. Raised hard enamel signature is very crisp. There is a slight smudge on the dial between 2 and 3 o’clock, likely from a surface cleaning.

Movement: The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.

***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping and the state of California.***