8017Σ
Patek Philippe
Ref. 5296G-001
Calatrava
A very fine and rare white gold wristwatch with date, two-tone sector dial, center seconds, Certificate of Origin and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$120,000 - 200,000€13,900 - 23,200$15,400 - 25,600
HK$152,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- Circa 2005
- Reference No
- 5296G-001
- Movement No
- 3’616’714
- Case No
- 4’327’638
- Model Name
- Calatrava
- Material
- 18K white gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. 324 S C, 29 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K white gold Patek Philippe pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 38mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped Abate, Sanremo Italy and dated 3rd December 2005, instruction manual, product literature, leather folio, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
- Characterized by its simple and elegant design, the Calatrava lineage traces its roots back to the 1930s with the introduction of its first model, the reference 96. Patek Philippe continues to perpetuate the classic design of the Calatrava, paying homage to one of the finest symbols in the history of watchmaking.
- Introduced in 2005, the reference 5296 is a modern interpretation of the Calatrava, inspired by vintage models from the 1930’s. It was first introduced in sleek 38mm white gold case, followed by a subsequent variant in pink gold.
- Encased in white gold, the present timepiece boasts a highly appealing sectorial design, executed in a captivating two-tone manner. The inclusion of the Arabic 5-minute markers along the periphery further contributes to its classic vintage aesthetic, seamlessly complementing the date display at 3 o’clock.
- Offered in attractive condition and accompanied by its complete set of accessories, the present specimen is a timeless classic not to be missed by the discerning collectors. This Calatrava will surely remain a coveted classic for many years to come.
- Introduced in 2005, the reference 5296 is a modern interpretation of the Calatrava, inspired by vintage models from the 1930’s. It was first introduced in sleek 38mm white gold case, followed by a subsequent variant in pink gold.
- Encased in white gold, the present timepiece boasts a highly appealing sectorial design, executed in a captivating two-tone manner. The inclusion of the Arabic 5-minute markers along the periphery further contributes to its classic vintage aesthetic, seamlessly complementing the date display at 3 o’clock.
- Offered in attractive condition and accompanied by its complete set of accessories, the present specimen is a timeless classic not to be missed by the discerning collectors. This Calatrava will surely remain a coveted classic for many years to come.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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