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Patek Philippe Caltrava 5196G
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe (maker)
- Date
- c. 2010
- Historical period
- Contemporary Horology (2010 – Present)
- Country of origin
- Switzerland
- Object type
- Wristwatch
- Dimensions
- Case 30.5 mm
- Stock no.
- Product 9734639714580
- Credit line
- Dealer listing, Collectors Corner NY (product 9734639714580)
- Catalogue title (original)
- Patek Philippe Caltrava 5196G - Archive Papers - *Unpolished* (English)
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Record summary
Catalogued by Collectors Corner NY (dealer), New York (stock number Product 9734639714580), this is a wristwatch by Patek Philippe, made in Switzerland, dated c. 2010. The Atlas places it in the Contemporary Horology period (2010 – Present) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 30.5 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 — Collectors Corner NY
The Patek Philippe Calatrava stands as a testament to one of the most esteemed watch designs from the 20th century, with its origins dating back to the 1930s, commencing with the iconic ref. 96. The updated reference 3796 was introduced in 1982 and ran up through 1999. Minimal updates included a sapphire crystal and new caliber 215. It is often referred to as the last "classic" Calatrava for its identical case shape to the original ref. 96. Although both references share a 30.5mm case width, these pieces wear larger than one might expect, due to their long lug architecture. Collectors with large wrists will find the original Calatrava size a touch too small and for anyone in that camp, the ref. 5196 could be just the ticket. Introduced in 2004 this updated model comes in at 37mm and runs on the same cal. 215. This particular piece, circa 2010 is a true collector grade example and comes with an archive extract adding to its provenance. The dial is mint and the hands are devoid of service marks. The case is very clean and appears unpolished with sharp edges and deep hallmarks. Also included is its Patek Philippe strap and 18k pink buckle. It doesn't get more classic than this for Patek design language and in white gold this piece is perfectly understated as a Calatrava should be. Explore more of our vintage Patek Philippe watches .
Historical context
Contemporary Horology (2010 – Present)
Silicon components, connected watches, optical-lattice research clocks and a thriving independent scene.
Smartwatches became the world's best-selling watches, while mechanical watchmaking focuses on craft, innovation (silicon components, new escapements) and independent makers.
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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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