Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 96 18k Yellow Gold 2003 - White ‘Polar’ dial

- White ‘Polar’ dial

2450 was produced from 1948 until about 1955 and is one of the largest vintage Patek' Calatrava models in regular production

phase of the moon

with additional diamonds set around the circumference of the case

The original “sunray “setting crown is still attached

Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 96 18k Yellow Gold 2003 - White ‘Polar’ dialIntroduced in 1932, the Patek Philippe Reference 96 is the original Calatrava, created during the Great Depression as a simpler, more accessible, and modern wristwatch. Designed by David Penney, its Bauhaus inspired, minimalist aesthetic helped define the modern dress watch, featuring a 31 mm case, a clean dial, and a small seconds display. It was the first serially produced wristwatch to carry a formal Patek Philippe reference number. Produced from