Patek Philippe ref 96,gold. mint condition
The Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2573 is a pure and highly elegant expression of the mid-century dress watch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, its 33 mm case combines a slim, softly rounded profile with short downturned lugs, delivering exceptional balance and comfort on the wrist. The silvered dial is a study in disciplined refinement, with applied gold baton hour markers, a double marker at twelve, pointed gold hands, and a finely detailed subsidiary seconds register at six. Every component works in quiet harmony, making the 2573 a watch that rewards close attention rather than demanding it.
Reference 2573 belongs to the generation of Calatravas that established Patek Philippe's enduring vocabulary for the classic round wristwatch. Its proportions are modest by contemporary standards but deliberate in every respect: the narrow bezel enlarges the visual presence of the dial, the applied gold markers add warmth and depth, and the subsidiary seconds register introduces a traditional mechanical detail without disturbing the composition. The Calibre 10-200 is one of Patek Philippe's celebrated manual-wind movements of the period, developed with an emphasis on slimness, precision, and refined finishing. The reference was produced in several dial and metal configurations, yet the combination of yellow gold, silvered dial, applied baton markers, and small seconds remains the definitive expression of its restrained character. This is a vintage Patek Philippe for the collector who values proportion, movement quality, and a design language that has remained relevant for generations.
Key Specifications
Reference
2573
Model
Calatrava
Year
1957
Case
18k yellow gold, 33 mm, snap-on caseback
Dial
Silvered, applied gold baton indices, small seconds at 6 o'clock
Movement
Manual wind Patek Philippe Calibre 10-200, 18 jewels
Strap
Brown leather strap
Collector's Note
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Patek Philippe
96
Cream
31
Calatrava
Y gold 18k
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