Patek Philippe Calatrava 2551 Disco Volante Tropical
dauphine hands - stunning tropical patina - original papers
SoldPatek Philippe is synonymous with timeless elegance and masterful watchmaking, a tradition that the Geneva-based Manufacture has cultivated for over 150 years. An outstanding example of this is this Patek Philippe Calatrava 2551 from the 1950s. Known as the "Disco Volante", it is a watch of incomparable aesthetic appeal.
Over the decades, the dial has developed a fascinating caramel patina that gives it a mysterious, warm character - an unmistakable feature that underlines the vintage charm of this watch. The running seconds at 6 o'clock is accentuated by a fine cross-hair, while the golden hour-markers - including a striking number 12 o'clock - and the elegant Dauphine hands complete the design.
The 18-carat yellow gold case has a refined shape with stepped lugs and a diameter of 36 mm, creating a perfectly balanced presence on the wrist. The crown proudly bears the iconic Patek Philippe double P emblem.
This Patek Philippe Calatrava is equipped with an automatic movement - the legendary Calibre 12-600 AT, Patek Philippe's first self-winding movement. It is considered by collectors to be one of the finest self-winding movements in the history of watchmaking.
Another highlight is the certificate of origin, which documents the sale of the watch on 12 January 1957 - a historical detail that underlines the authenticity of this exceptional timepiece.
In summary, this Patek Philippe Calatrava 2551 embodies everything that makes a great vintage watch: iconic mechanics, a unique appearance and an excellent condition.
Condition report
Dial: greatly preserved, untouched dial - natural, even tropical patina of the once silver-colored dial - perfectly preserved print - golden Dauphine markers.
Case: 18k yellow gold case with screw-down back - very slight signs of wear - storage marks on the back - deep gold hallmark on the case - correct engravings inside the back - intact lines of the stepped lugs and stepped bezel - original and rare PP crown.
Movement: Automatic caliber Patek Philippe 12"600 AT - values on the timegrapher: rate: +2s/day, amplitude: 289, beat error: 1.0.
Strap: Leather strap with an 18k yellow gold clasp.
Serial number: 763148
Int.Exe.: 1258045
Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Model: Calatrava
Reference: 2551
Functions: small running second - hour and minute
Material: Yellow Gold
Carat: Gold 750 : 18 ct
Dial: Tropical
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Delivery Contents: Papers - Certificate Of Origin
Bracelet: leather
Type of clasp: pin buckle
Diameter: 36mm
Height: 10mm
Caliber name: Patek Philippe 12-600 AT
Movement type: automatic
Year of Manufacture: 1956
Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition
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