Patek Philippe 2525 Vintage "Disco Volante" Calatrava watch, 1st Series, circa 1954

This watch is in the founders Iconic collection of Patek Philippe watches and not for sale.

Introduction: Patek Philippe 2525J Calatrava watch features a 36 mm step case in 18K yellow gold. The dial is an original  silvered white dial with applied dagger numerals, subsidiary second hand, gold Dauphine hands.  The watch is fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement, #741923, and case number #682292. The watch has a snap case back.  The watch is further accompanied with it original gold Patek Buckle and strap

Case:  3-Body 18 Karat gold case stepped (Disco Volante) snap back, turned down lugs
Dial:   Original silvered white dial with raised gold 12 and dagger Markers
Movement:  Time only 10" 200 caliber, 18-jewels

Date & Paperwork:  The watch was made in 1954 and is accompanied by an extract from the archives

Essay:   2525:  The 2525 was launched in 1952 and continued until 1958, and produced in yellow and rose gold.  This is the 1st series which was a slightly thinner case due to the snap back and the recess cut out for the crown.

Specifications:
Movement:  Manual wind time only 10"-200 caliber 18-jewel
Case Diameter: 36mm
Dial Color:  Silvered white dial
Band Type:  Brown Patek Philippe Alligator
Functions: Time only
Condition:     Unpolished with slight signs of ware with minor scratches