Patek Philippe Calatrava 2526

Reference 2526 A pink gold wristwatch with enamel dial and bracelet, retailed by Serpico Y Laino, Made in 1956｜百達翡麗｜型號2526｜粉紅金鏈帶腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，由Serpico Y Laino發行，1956年製 Patek Philippe

PROPERTY FROM A COLLECTOR Patek Philippe Reference 2526 A pink gold wristwatch with enamel dial and bracelet, retailed by Serpico Y Laino, Made in 1956 百達翡麗 型號2526 粉紅金鏈帶腕錶，備琺瑯錶盤，由Serpico Y Laino發行，1956年製 Dial: enamel Calibre: cal. 12-600 AT automatic, 30 jewels Movement number: 763'465 Case: 18k pink gold, screw down case back Case number: 696'045 Closure: 18k pink gold Patek Philippe bracelet and clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm Signed: case, dial and movement; dial and case back further signed by the retailer Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1956 and its subsequent sale on 10th April 1957 附帶後補資料庫精粹 Reference 2526, launched in 1953, was the first self-winding wristwatch made by Patek Philippe and its production ceased in 1960. The 2526 has become an iconic piece among collectors in today’s market due to the classic appearance of its case and the model's signature white enamel dial. Enamel dials are rarely found on wristwatches but are greatly favored for the 'ageless' finish of their surface which is not susceptible to the oxidation and moisture damage that can harm the finish of metal dials. Indeed, if well looked after, an enamel dial can maintain its original appearance indefinitely. What makes the present piece standout is its double stamp as it was sold by legendary Venezuelan retailer Serpico Y Laino. The case back of the present watch is stamped with "S&L" and "18K", indicating it was sold by the retailer and the watch is preserved in very nice overall condition.