The present timepiece is a ref. 5110G, encased in white gold. A quiet giant, the case is measured at 37mm, featuring smooth straight lugs and is quintessentially a Calatrava through and through. New at the time to Patek Phillippe, the hands are defined by their contours that flatter the baton-shaped applied hour markers. Taking cues from the manufacturer’s heritage as masters of pocket watches, the center of the dial also features hand-engraved guilloche patterns that bring depth to the flat surface. The sapphire caseback invites the wearer to admire its uber-thin cal. 240HU, an automatic movement that is not only technically sound but is as beautifully finished as its dial, with Geneva stripes, perlage and anglage.

Presented in excellent overall condition, the present white gold 5110G is further elevated with a highly desirable, complementary Patek Philippe white gold Grain de Riz bracelet. Fresh-to-the-market, the present lot is the 88th example to be identified in white gold and will no doubt be a great addition to any collection.