Patek Philippe - Calatrava - 4819 - Women - 1995

Since 1932, Calatrava has embodied the idea of a dress watch according to Patek Philippe: a round case, well-proportioned, and no element without a function. It is probably the collection that best captures the discretion of the Geneva manufacture. Within that story, the Clous de Paris bezel occupies a special place. This guilloché of tiny pyramids already appeared on the Calatravas of the 1930s, but it became one of the house’s great symbols in 1985 with reference 3919. Its Clous de Paris bezel, the light dial and the Roman numerals almost became the image of Patek Philippe. Reference 4819 translates that same language to a 25 mm case in 18‑carat yellow gold. Under the light, the bezel creates a fine, regular texture around the dial, and adds an artisanal detail that is appreciated up close without breaking the sobriety of the whole. The white dial with black Roman numerals preserves Calatrava’s most classic character, complemented by the feuille (leaf) hands typical of this reference. It’s a combination that has worked for decades because it does not depend on any fashion: legibility, contrast and balanced proportions. Inside it houses the E15 movement, Patek Philippe’s quartz movement developed for its women’s models. Its precision and ease of use make it ideal for a watch intended to be worn daily without worrying about winding or adjusting it. The sapphire crystal protects the dial. The most relevant aspect of this unit is its condition: it is practically brand new and retains its original box and documentation. Another especially interesting detail is that it retains its original Patek Philippe clasp, an element that often gets replaced over the years and which here allows the watch to be preserved exactly as it was conceived. Finding a Calatrava of this reference in such condition is not common, and it is what makes this piece an especially interesting option for someone seeking a classic Patek Philippe in its purest version. Main features: - Reference: 4819 - Year: 1995 - Size: 25 mm - Case: 18 carat yellow gold - Dial: white with Roman numerals - Hands: feuille (leaf) - Bezel: Clous de Paris - Crystal: sapphire - Movement: Patek Philippe caliber E15, quartz - Clasp: original Patek Philippe - Condition: practically new, unworn - Includes: original box and documents Delivered serviced, with a 1-year warranty of functionality and purchase invoice.

Estimate:£8,760.08

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