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Vintage Watches Calatrava

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Dress Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, 33mm, 1960s
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Dress Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, 33mm, 1960s

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Dress Watch, 18K Yellow Gold, 33mm, 1960s

By Patek Philippe

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A refined Patek Philippe dress watch dating to the 1960s, crafted in 18K yellow gold with a timeless 32mm case. The watch features an original champagne dial with applied yellow gold...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 2449 Yellow Gold Manual wind Vintage Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 2449 Yellow Gold Manual wind Vintage Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 2449 Yellow Gold Manual wind Vintage Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950-1955 Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2449 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. diameter x 9 M.M. thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, 18 Jewel Caliber 12-120 PS Mechanical, manual wind...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold
1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold

1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold

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 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Arte Suizo Signed Watch in 18k yellow gold, 1970s
Patek Philippe Calatrava Arte Suizo Signed Watch in 18k yellow gold, 1970s

Patek Philippe Calatrava Arte Suizo Signed Watch in 18k yellow gold, 1970s

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 3445 automatic in 18K yellow gold with a silver sunburst dial from the '70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. It features...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Ref 2545 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Ref 2545 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Ref 2545 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950s Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 2545, 32 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 piece case with Water Proof Back, 18 Jewel, Caliber 12-400 Mechanical, Manual wind nickle Lever moveme...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3246 18K YG Gübelin Dial Manual 32mm
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3246 18K YG Gübelin Dial Manual 32mm

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3246 18K YG Gübelin Dial Manual 32mm

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

The Connoisseur's Calatrava This is a watch for someone who understands the nuances of vintage Patek Philippe.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 3525 32mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 3525 32mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 3525 32mm Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in San Diego, CA

No returns on watches stated as brand new or vintage. Shipping: We use Fedex priority overnight, fully insured with signature required upon delivery.

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Reference 3484 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Reference 3484 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Reference 3484 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in Boston, MA

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A distinguished Patek Philippe Calatrava, model 3484. The round case is meticulously crafted from 18k yellow gold, featuring a champagne sunburst dia...

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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3445 18K WG Blue Sunburst Dial Auto 35mm
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3445 18K WG Blue Sunburst Dial Auto 35mm

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3445 18K WG Blue Sunburst Dial Auto 35mm

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

The Calatrava That Broke Its Own Rules The Calatrava is the reference point for the round Patek dress watch, and most people picture it exactly one way, yellow gold on a leather str...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3563-3 18K WG Auto Gubelin Dial 35 mm
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3563-3 18K WG Auto Gubelin Dial 35 mm

Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava 3563-3 18K WG Auto Gubelin Dial 35 mm

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

The Art Of The Second Signature A retailer's signature on a Patek Philippe dial elevates a watch from a piece of fine watchmaking to a specific historical object. This Calatrava, do...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Longines Calatrava 'jumbo' 8048. 35mm Stainless Steel Case, Baton Indices, c1960
Longines Calatrava 'jumbo' 8048. 35mm Stainless Steel Case, Baton Indices, c1960

Longines Calatrava 'jumbo' 8048. 35mm Stainless Steel Case, Baton Indices, c1960

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage and rare Longines Calatrava 'jumbo', reference 8048, features a 35mm (exc crown) stainless steel case, silver dial with baton indices and cross hair sub seconds dial and ...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

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Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Water Resistant Calatrava Rose Gold Watch Circa 1949
Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Water Resistant Calatrava Rose Gold Watch Circa 1949

Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Water Resistant Calatrava Rose Gold Watch Circa 1949

By Patek Philippe

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Introduction: Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Calatrava in 18K Rose gold, Arabic numeral dial, water resistant screw down back.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome
Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome

Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome

By Patek Philippe

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Introduction: This Patek Philippe 2526J watch is considered to be the ultimate Vintage Patek Calatrava watch.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 2552
Patek Philippe Calatrava 2552

Patek Philippe Calatrava 2552

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W 1.38 in L 1.38 in

Patek Philippe Calatrava 2552

By Patek Philippe

Located in Surfside, FL

Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 2552 watch is made out of yellow gold on a Crocodile Leather band with a plaque tang buckle.

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava "Serpico Y Laino" Yellow Gold 2526
Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava "Serpico Y Laino" Yellow Gold 2526

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava "Serpico Y Laino" Yellow Gold 2526

By Patek Philippe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brand Name Patek Philippe Style Number 2526 Also Called 2526J Series Calatrava Gender Men's Case Material 18K Yellow Gold Dial Color Cream Enamel w/ "Serpico y Laino" Signatur...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 96 Vintage Men's Watch
Patek Philippe Calatrava 96 Vintage Men's Watch

Patek Philippe Calatrava 96 Vintage Men's Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Great Neck, NY

Patek Philippe 96 Calatrava vintage men's watch. 31MM 18k yellow gold case.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Watch
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Watch

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Men's vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k yellow gold wristwatch.

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 2457 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
Patek Philippe Calatrava 2457 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch

Patek Philippe Calatrava 2457 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

A classic Patek Philippe 2457 calatrava with original dial and sweep second featuring a round 30mm face with manual movement and contemporary Patek Philippe buckle watch, crafted in ...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

LONGINES Calatrava Vintage Watch 1940s Made With 14K Yellow Gold
LONGINES Calatrava Vintage Watch 1940s Made With 14K Yellow Gold

LONGINES Calatrava Vintage Watch 1940s Made With 14K Yellow Gold

By Longines

Located in Media, PA

This LONGINES Calatrava Vintage Watch is a true gem from the 1940s, made with 14K yellow gold.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 96R Unisex Watch in Rose Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 96R Unisex Watch in Rose Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 96R Unisex Watch in Rose Gold

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Recently serviced by a certified watchmaker. Excellent condition. New, generic leather strap. Buckle is a new generic yellow gold buckle. Movement Calibre 12-400 with 18 Jewels. Mov...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3562 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3562 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3562 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Stephanie Windsor only sells pre-owned, vintage and refurbished watches that are subject to one or more of the following: repair and replacement of damaged or worn parts, replacement...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs Watch Ref 1491
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs Watch Ref 1491

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs Watch Ref 1491

By Patek Philippe

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs Watch Ref 1491 - Manual winding. 18k yellow gold case with fancy scroll style lugs (34 mm diameter).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3937/3 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3937/3 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3937/3 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Stephanie Windsor only sells pre-owned, vintage and refurbished watches that are subject to one or more of the following: repair and replacement of damaged or worn parts, replacement...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Men's Vintage Watch 3796J
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Men's Vintage Watch 3796J

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Men's Vintage Watch 3796J

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Patek Philippe Calatrava 3796J is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (hand-winding) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case. It has a rou...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Leather Manual Wind Vintage Watch 2557
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Leather Manual Wind Vintage Watch 2557

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Leather Manual Wind Vintage Watch 2557

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Patek Philippe Calatrava 2557 is a beautiful Unisex timepiece that is powered by mechanical (hand-winding) movement which is cased in a yellow gold case. It has a rou...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

1910's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch 18K Gold
1910's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch 18K Gold

1910's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch 18K Gold

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 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1980 Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3893
1980 Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3893

1980 Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3893

By Patek Philippe

Located in Lucerne, CH

Timeless and rare vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava wrist watch Reference 3893.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573
Vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573

Vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573 is a timeless representation of the brand’s commitment to elegance and precision.

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1940s Patek Philippe Gold Vintage Calatrava Wristwatch
1940s Patek Philippe Gold Vintage Calatrava Wristwatch

1940s Patek Philippe Gold Vintage Calatrava Wristwatch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 1940s 18k Yellow Gold Calatrava Gents Wristwatch 96, silver dial with index batons, small seconds dial at 6 0'clock, an 18k yellow gold fixed polished bezel, an original black leat...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1963-1968 Patek Philippe Ref. 3520 Calatrava
Vintage 1963-1968 Patek Philippe Ref. 3520 Calatrava

Vintage 1963-1968 Patek Philippe Ref. 3520 Calatrava

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1963-1968 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3520 – 18K White Gold – Silver Dial – Cal. 175 This Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3520, produced between 1963 and 1968, embodies the u...

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold 2407J-SCI
Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold 2407J-SCI

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold 2407J-SCI

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

Part of Patek Philippe's Calatrava collection, this 32 mm yellow gold rare vintage piece is in excellent condition.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Retailed By Asprey 2557
Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Retailed By Asprey 2557

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Retailed By Asprey 2557

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava crafted in 18k yellow gold, reference 2557, retailed by Asprey circa 1956.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

PATEK PHILIPPE Gents Vintage Steel Ref 2451 Calatrava
PATEK PHILIPPE Gents Vintage Steel Ref 2451 Calatrava

PATEK PHILIPPE Gents Vintage Steel Ref 2451 Calatrava

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Patek Philippe, Steel Waterproof 30 M.M. Case, Calatrava referance number 2451. 18 Jewel Manual wind movement,good quality old refinished dial with raised markers.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs 1491
Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs 1491

Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Yellow Gold Scroll Lugs 1491

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

From Patek Philippe's Calatrava collection, this 34 mm men's vintage yellow gold timepiece is in fine condition. Featuring a silver dial with small seconds and a fixed bezel with scr...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 5196P-001 Men's Wristwatch
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 5196P-001 Men's Wristwatch

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 5196P-001 Men's Wristwatch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Greenwich, CT

This handsomely iconic Patek Philippe Calatrova Ref 5196P-001 vintage wristwatch, inspired by Bauhaus principles, was introduced in 1932 and is considered its flagship model. With a...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 3520/10
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 3520/10

Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Champagne Dial 3520/10

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 32 mm 1970s 18k Yellow Gold Calatrava Vintage Men's Wristwatch, champagne dial with applied hour markers, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel, a black leather strap with a gold plated pi...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. for Gubelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Calatrava 2573/2
Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. for Gubelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Calatrava 2573/2

Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. for Gubelin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Calatrava 2573/2

By Patek Philippe

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. for Gubelin 18K Yellow Gold Calatrava 2573/2 - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold case with smooth bezel ( 33 mm) Caseback inscription. Silver dial with go...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Vintage Watches Calatrava For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage watches calatrava you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage watches calatrava among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a vintage watches calatrava, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Watches Calatrava?

The price for a vintage watches calatrava starts at $1,295 and tops out at $55,500 with these watches, on average, selling for $11,883.

Patek Philippe for sale on 1stDibs

It shouldn’t be surprising that a Patek Philippe holds the world auction record for a watch ($31.2 million for a Patek Grandmaster Chime, sold at Christie’s). Known for impeccable craftsmanship and some of the most complicated timepieces ever created, the brand is considered by many to be the height of fine watchmaking. Collectors simply love Patek Philippe watches.

The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

Catering to the glitterati of Europe, the pair counted among their clients Tolstoy, Pope Pius IX and Queen Victoria, as well as Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, for whom they created the first Swiss-made wristwatch in 1868. They also had their eye on the American market and in 1851 entered an arrangement with Tiffany & Co. still in effect today.

During the Great Depression, brothers Jean and Charles Stern, who had previously supplied Patek Philippe with watch dials, bought the company, and it continues to be run by the Stern family today.

Under the Sterns, the house has developed some of its most famous models, including the Calatrava, an elegantly minimal dress watch introduced in 1932 and named for the Calatrava Cross (the company’s logo since 1887), and the Nautilus, the brand’s first sports watch, conceived by legendary designer Gérald Genta in 1976.

Despite the house’s longevity, it’s rumored that it has manufactured fewer than a million Patek watches, making each one all the more coveted. (The brand's pieces are understandably attractive to counterfeiters — make sure you know how to spot a fake Patek Philippe watch.)

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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

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