Introduced in 1938, the iconic “Calatrava” reference 570 is adored by collectors for its simple oversized case with flat bezel and modern sleek appeal. The watch is the larger version of Patek Philippe’s reference 96 and was manufactured with both subsidiary and center seconds configurations in stainless steel, yellow, white and pink gold, and platinum cases. The present example from the first series houses the caliber 12’’’120, whilst the second series used the caliber 12’’’400, and the last series used an antimagnetic movement - the caliber 27 AM 400.
The present timepiece is a study in elegance and refinement. The pink gold case is large and masculine, and its elongated lugs a reflection of the purity of the Bauhaus movement. The watch further impresses with its two-tone pink colored dial and well preserved condition – it is accompanied with a Romanian service receipt from the late 1940s illustrating how well the watch was cared for. Easily amongst the most beautiful time-only watches of all time, this timepiece, fresh to the market, is a pure treat for the eyes, and one that will certainly delight the discerning collector.