Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Teardrop 1944

Originally introduced in the mid-20th century, this model reference 1590 remains one of the finest examples of classic watchmaking, embodying both the grace of Art Deco design and the sophistication of Swiss precision.

Crafted in a refined 18k gold case with bulky teardrop lugs it showcases Patek Philippe’s dedication to detail. The clean, symmetrical dial with the golden applied hour markers is a master class in minimalism design. Stick hands glide over the dial with effortless elegance, offering a precise and smooth reading experience that only Patek Philippe can provide.

At its heart, the model 1590 houses the manually-wound mechanical movement 12-120PS, crafted and finished by hand in the Patek Philippe ateliers.

• good overall condition, showing minor traces of use (unpolished)
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on caseback
• 35 mm (without crown) / 42 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 8.2 mm thick
• reference: 1590
• year: 1944
• total weight: 46 g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 12-120 PS - manual
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 36 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 10/2024
• +7 sec/d / 320°

DIAL:

• original never touched silver colored dial in flawless condition
• original hands & crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• black after market leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2.2 mm thick
• aftermarket gold plated buckle

BOX & PAPERS:

• comes with an Extract from the Archives of Patek Philippe from 2020

- as a comparison the wrist size in our picture is 18cm -

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #669