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Patek Philippe Calatrava (Ref. 3514/1) 18K YG, 1970s

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe (maker)
Date
1970s
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Dimensions
Case 34 mm
Stock no.
PP35141
Credit line
Dealer listing, Craft & Tailored (PP35141)
Catalogue title (original)
1970s Patek Philippe Calatrava (Ref. 3514/1) 18K YG (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Craft & Tailored (dealer), Los Angeles (stock number PP35141), this is a wristwatch by Patek Philippe, made in Switzerland, dated 1970s. The Atlas places it in the Quartz Revolution period (1969 – 1990) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 34 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

There is the saying that “You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation.” and we think this couldn't be truer. The fine craftsmanship that Patek Philippe wristwatches are built around has created a generational foundation for these watches to be passed down and to remain functional, relevant, and timeless for years to come. This Patek Philippe ref. 3514/1 embodies every characteristic of a classic Patek Calatrava that we know and love, but in its own unique way which makes this 3514/1 such an interesting Calatrava to have on wrist. Not to mention this ref. 3514/1 retains its original integrated mesh bracelet that is a work of art in itself. The Patek Philippe ref. 3514/1 features the widely proclaimed cal. 27-460M automatic movement with is adorned with a solid 18k yellow gold rotor and was in production for about 25 years as one of Patek's premier movements. Stock # PP35141 Brand Patek Philippe Style Calatrava Model 3514/1 Serial 32XXXX/11XXXXX Size Men's Material 18k YG Dial Silver Roman Millimeters 34mm Bracelet Patek Philippe 18k YG Integrated Mesh Bracelet CASE & BRACELET The 18k yellow gold case circular case shows evidence of being very lightly polished in the past and is in excellent condition, displaying all of its correct hallmarks. The case retains its original Patek Philippe logo signed crown. The case back features "Tom Bannan" engraved into the case back. The original 18k yellow gold integrated mesh bracelet is in exceptional condition, displaying no stretch. The bracelet will fit up to a 7 3/4in wrist. DIAL & HANDS The unique and original brushed silver dial with black enamel Roman numeral markers is both stunning and unique. The dial itself has a beautiful appearance. There are some markings on the outer edges of the dial which are not visible to the naked eye, and there is a mark that partially goes through the 7 o'clock marker. The original hands are in wonderful condition as well and show some light aging. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping excellent time, previous service history is unknown.

Historical context

Quartz Revolution (1969 – 1990)

Seiko's Astron begins mass quartz timekeeping; traditional industries contract sharply.

Quartz and digital watches transformed the market after 1969. Swiss employment collapsed, Japanese and Hong Kong production soared, and the Swatch (1983) helped the Swiss industry recover; mechanical watches survived as luxury goods.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Modern Mechanical Horology

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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