Patek Philippe Reference 565 Calatrava | Retailed by Freccero: A pink gold wristwatch, Made in 1952
Patek Philippe
Reference 565 Calatrava
Retailed by Freccero: A pink gold wristwatch, Made in 1952
Dial: pink
Caliber: cal. 12-120 mechanical, 18 jewels
Movement number: 938'727
Case: 18k pink gold, screw down case back
Case number: 667'704
Size: 35 mm diameter
Signed: case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe presentation box with outer packaging and Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on December 8, 1952Patek Philippe Patek Philippe Reference 565 Calatrava | Retailed by Freccero: A pink gold wristwatch, Made in 1952
Reference 565 Calatrava | Retailed by Freccero: A pink gold wristwatch, Made in 1952
Estimate:
40,000 - 80,000 USD Patek Philippe
Reference 565 Calatrava
Retailed by Freccero: A pink gold wristwatch, Made in 1952
Dial: pink
Caliber: cal. 12-120 mechanical, 18 jewels
Movement number: 938'727
Case: 18k pink gold, screw down case back
Case number: 667'704
Size: 35 mm diameter
Signed: case and movement signed by maker, dial signed by maker and retailer
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe presentation box with outer packaging and Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on December 8, 1952 Condition report
Case: The case is in overall good condition with signs of surface scratches and wear throughout commensurate with age. The gold mark on the side of the case and the back of the lug are clear and visible. Previous signs of light polish. The case back with a large area of visible surface scuffing to the center. The strap and buckle are generic and not signed Patek Philippe.
Dial: The dial is in overall good condition with signs of age throughout the dial, most visible around the subsidiary dial. The indexes with signs of surface scratches and patina. The subsidiary seconds hand has been previously replaced.
Movement: The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. **Please note that the stand inside of the presentation box is later added.**
The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The online condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance purposes only. The images of the lot also form part of the online condition report for the lot provided by Sotheby's. Any reference to condition in the online condition report does not amount to a full description of condition. The online condition report may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the online condition report of the lot or shown in the online images of the lot (for example, the online condition report may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome). Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. The online condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation but rather the online condition report is a statement of subjective, qualified opinion (for example, information regarding colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact). Please also note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and wrist bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. In addition, certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot (for example, the online images may represent colours and shades which are different to the lot's actual colour and shades). For these reasons, the online condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. Prospective buyers should also refer to the Buying at Auction guide which includes important notices concerning the type of property in this sale. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species. Please be advised that wristbands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS ONLINE CONDITION REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE/BUSINESS APPLICABLE TO THE RESPECTIVE SALE. Nicknamed the Grand Calatrava Etanche, reference 565 was the first large waterproof wristwatch produced by Patek Philippe. When the model was launched in 1938, the 35 mm diameter was considered very substantial. The two-part case with protective cap was made by Taubert, the premier company producing waterproof cases since the end of the 19th century. Interestingly, Taubert was also the case maker for other important Patek Philippe models such as the reference 1463 and 96A.
The current watch cased in 18k pink gold, features the caliber 12 120 with 18 jewels and a pink dial that is further double signed by the Geneva manufacture and the legendary retailer Freccero based in Montevideo, Uruguay.
