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What does the Patek Philippe logo mean?

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What does the Patek Philippe logo mean?
What the Patek Philippe logo means has a range of interpretations. Some people equate it with power. Others see it as a symbol of prestige, wealth or strength. What isn't up for debate is what inspired the logo called the Calatrava. The emblem appeared on the banners of the Calatrava knights, who defended the Spanish city of Calatrava from Arabian invaders during the 12th century. Shop a wide variety of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
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1950's Patek Philippe for Tiffany Vintage Mens 18K Gold Watch - Very Fine
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens 18K Gold Watch - Very Fine & Rare with Warran
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 5022J 18k Gold Watch with Porcelain Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Zurich, CH
A masterclass in horological purity, the Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 5022 is the quintessential round dress watch. This "Officier" style reference is distinguished by its classic 3...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ultra Thin 18K Gold Gondolo Watch - Rare Unworn
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Patek Philippe 18k White Gold Diamond Bezel Cocktail Watch, 1960s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Zurich, CH
A rare and elegant artifact of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, this Patek Philippe Reference 3396 is the quintessential "cocktail watch" for the discerning collector. Crafted in solid...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Gold with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in LA, CA
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond-Set Bezel, Date Display A refined and highly collectible example of the iconic Nautilus, reference 3800, crafted i...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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