PATEK PHILIPPE | REFERENCE 2533 A YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH, MADE IN 1964

The ref. 2533 replaced the ref. 565 as Patek Philippe’s large waterproof Calatrava in the 1950s. Launched in 1952, the ref. 2533 was believed to have been discontinued in the late 1950s — until the discovery of this fresh to market watch. This example rewrites the history books with its 1964 production date and sale in 1975, making it the last known ref. 2533 to be sold by Patek Philippe. This style was made in two versions. The ref. 2522 featured a caliber 12-400 and subsidiary second. The identical ref. 2533 was made with sweep seconds and the celebrated caliber 27 SC. The presently offered example is only the fifth ref. 2533 known to exist. Preserved in incredible condition with an associated period 14k (non-Patek Philippe) bracelet, this watch is a wearable work of art and a fascinating alternative to the more well-known ref. 565.