Patek Philippe Calatrava 1956 Box & Archive - Ref. 2540

For sale is a highly desirable and rare vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2540 crafted in 18k rose gold, manufactured in 1956 and accompanied by its original box and Extract from the Archives.

The 32mm square case — a hallmark of Patek’s 1950s design era — features down-turned faceted lugs and a broad rose-gold bezel framing a silver-toned linen dial with applied baton indices and a subsidiary small-seconds at 6 o’clock.

This automatic watch is presented on its original brown leather strap with matching rose-gold buckle, engraved with the double PP logo on the underside, complementing the crown’s iconic double PP emblem.

Well documented with its box and archive papers, this example offers strong provenance and represents a rare opportunity in the market.

Included with the watch:

Original Box

Extract from the Archive

Technical Data:

- Model: 2540

- Year: 1956

- Case material: 18k Rose Gold

- Case diameter: 32mm

- Bracelet: Original Strap

- Bracelet material: Leather

- Dial: Silver Linen

Movement:

Patek Philippe Automatic self-winding movement