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855

Movado

Ref. 4820

Calendograph

A rare and early pink gold triple calendar wristwatch with Chinese calendar, small seconds, black dial and fancy lugs

Estimate
HK$48,000 - 95,000
€5,800 - 11,500
$6,200 - 12,200
HK$127,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Movado
Year
Circa 1946
Reference No
4820
Case No
477'772
Model Name
Calendograph
Material
18K pink gold
Calibre
Manual, cal.475, 15 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
18K pink gold Movado pin buckle
Dimensions
34mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Catalogue Essay
In 1945, Movado pioneered the cal. 475, distinct for its two-part construction: a base movement crowned by an additional calendar module. Though myriad dial and case options existed, most of these "Calendograph" calendar wristwatches left the workshops bearing gray dials with European day and month displays.

The present subtle pink gold example, however, diverges from its kin with a captivating black gloss dial lavishly decorated with elongated pink gold Arabic indices. Yet the true distinction lies in the Chinese day and month discs, likely destined for the Chinese market. Exceptionally well-preserved for its age, this Movado “Calendograph” is a rare gem ready to grace the collection of a discerning connoisseur.