Patek Philippe Calatrava Retailed by Cartier Ref. 25734 – 18K Gold Bracelet, Extract from the Archives

An extremely rare and elegant Patek Philippe Calatrava retailed by Cartier, reference 25734, in 18k gold with matching 18k gold bracelet, silvered Cartier-signed dial, and Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture in 1963.

An extremely rare and refined Patek Philippe Calatrava retailed by Cartier, reference 25734, representing a particularly desirable intersection between two of the most important names in 20th-century watchmaking and luxury retail. Elegant, discreet, and deeply collectible, this is the kind of watch that appeals immediately to seasoned collectors for its double-signed dial, excellent mid-century proportions, and unmistakably elevated presentation.

The defining feature of the watch is its beautifully restrained silvered dial, signed “Cartier” above 6 o’clock beneath the Patek Philippe Genève signature. Double-signed Patek Philippe wristwatches retailed by Cartier occupy a special place within vintage collecting, and examples of this kind are especially sought after for their rarity, historical significance, and added layer of provenance. The case is further enhanced by Cartier inventory numbers engraved on the back of one lug, reinforcing the importance of the retailer signature and the watch’s original commercial context.

Introduced in the late 1950s, the reference 2573 family embodies Patek Philippe’s post-war pursuit of understated elegance. This example, manufactured in 1963, is housed in a classic 33 mm 18k gold caseand fitted with an especially attractive 18k gold 4-star bracelet and clasp, giving the watch a richer and more distinctive presence than a standard strap configuration. Powered by a manual movement and accompanied by its Extract from the Archives, this Calatrava stands out as an exceptionally elegant and highly collectible vintage Patek Philippe.

Included

• Watch
• 18k gold 4-star bracelet and clasp
• Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture in 1963

Specifications

• Brand: Patek Philippe
• Model: Calatrava retailed by Cartier
• Reference: 25734
• Year: 1963
• Case material: 18k gold
• Case size: 33 mm
• Case number: 429'248
• Movement: Manual, stamped “HOX”
• Movement number: 792'731
• Dial: Silvered dial, signed Cartier
• Bracelet: 18k gold 4-star bracelet
• Clasp: 18k gold clasp
• Approx. bracelet weight: 40.35 g
• Overall length: Approx. 185 mm
• Signed: Case, dial, movement
• Accessories: Extract from the Archives
• Set: Watch with bracelet and archive extract

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