Description: Patek Philippe 1543R vintage Calatrava. The watch is made in 18K rose gold circular 2-body case measuring 35mm, with very large flared lugs. The watch is fitted with a 12" 120 caliber 18-jewel manual winding movement # 928600, Case # 640420. The watch was made in 1946 and sold later that year on August 16, 1946. The watch has had a later custom Patek Cloisonne enamel dial depicting a "Gallon Ship" signed Patek Philippe Geneve in enamel. The watch is accompanied with an original Vintage Patek 18K rose gold buckle and a new Patek brown alligator strap. The watch is further accompanied with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale.
Condition: The watch is in a Mint original condition, with strong hallmarks on back of lug, sharp edges and original 1946 crown. The watch has been serviced and comes with a one year guarantee. The watch is further accompanied with additional documents and letter from Patek Geneve.
Essay: Patek Philippe produced the reference 1543 from 1942 until approximately 1950. The oversized flared lugs have been referred to as Mickey Mouse lugs.
