1951 Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 / 2457, Stainless Steel

1951 Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 / 2457, Stainless SteelThe Patek Philippe showcases this very rare 1950's Patek Philippe ref. 2457 Calatrava in steel, one of the company's iconic watches, seldom seen in stainless steel. A successor to the famous ref. 96, the 2457 is essentially the sweep seconds version of the first Calatrava. Presumably a very early example, made as production was transitioning from the 96, its case back is unusually signed with both reference numbers. It is one of the original

Movement type: LeCoultre Cal

then as now

The original band shows fairly mild to less than moderate wear and is equipped with the watch's original solid 18K gold Cartier deployment buckle

white gold and black

luxurious champagne dial

perfect refinishing

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The movement is housed within an impermeable container and the crystal is designed to seal from the top with a gasket

In response to this need the engineers at Jaeger-LeCoultre created an alarm wristwatch in 1951

Today's offering showcases a beautiful and original ladies Hamilton wristwatch bejeweled with diamonds

Model: Mens Santos

Movement markings: Appleton Tracy & Co