Patek Philippe Calatrava 3563 Clous de Paris 1970s
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1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3563 — Clous de Paris Elegance
This rare Patek Philippe Calatrava 3563 from the late 1970s is a striking expression of refined luxury. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features a beautifully preserved blue Clous de Paris 18k dial that adds depth and texture to the classic Calatrava design. The integrated yellow gold bracelet by Jean-Pierre Ecoffey enhances both comfort and visual coherence.
At 34.5 mm, the case offers timeless proportions, while inside ticks the automatic Patek Philippe Cal. 350, known for its reliability and smooth performance. Elegant, uncommon, and unmistakably Patek Philippe, this piece is a true collector’s Calatrava with standout character.
- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -
DIAL:
- original never touched blue Clous de Paris 18k dial in flawless condition
- original hands & crown
BRACELET & BUCKLE:
- original Patek Philippe 18k integrated yellow gold bracelet (Jean-Pierre Ecoffey) fitting up to 18.5 cm wrist size / 1.6 mm thick
- bracelet is adjustable by around 1 cm at the clasp; for major adjustments the bracelet has to be cut by the goldsmith
- original Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold buckle
CASE:
- excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
- 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw down case back
- 34.5 mm (without crown) / 34.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) / 8.3 mm thick
- Year: late 1970s
- reference: 3563
- total weight: 103 g
MOVEMENT:
- Patek Philippe Cal. 350 - automatic
- 28 jewels, 28800 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
- professionally serviced 12/2025
- +7 sec/d / 270°
BOX & PAPERS:
- GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
- GOLDAMMER box
GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1333
Patek Philippe
Some names don’t need introduction — only reverence. Patek Philippe, founded in 1839, is one of the oldest and most respected watchmakers in the world. But more than that, it’s the name that lives at the very top of the collector’s imagination. For those who know, a vintage Patek Philippe isn’t simply a watch. It’s an heirloom of design, precision, and quiet prestige.
Every detail, every line, every movement has been considered. Case proportions that feel sculpted by time itself. Dials that remain perfectly legible, impossibly elegant, eternally relevant. And inside, movements so refined they’re often admired more than worn — bridges beveled by hand, gears finished to perfection, not for show, but for the integrity of the craft.
Whether it’s a Calatrava from the golden age of dress watches, a mid-century perpetual calendar, or a discreet reference once made in extremely limited numbers, a vintage Patek tells stories without ever raising its voice.
Collectors understand this: to own a vintage Patek Philippe is not about display. It’s about devotion — to heritage, to restraint, to the long arc of time. It’s for those who value rarity not in hype, but in meaning. Those who understand why “You never actually own a Patek Philippe…”
Well — you know the rest.
These watches are the summit of classic horology. Not because they try to be — but because they simply are. Wearing one connects you to a lineage of kings, scholars, and creators. And in a world where luxury too often shouts, Patek Philippe whispers — with unmatched grace and permanence.
Because some vintage watches impress.
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