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Patek Philippe, Ref. 2568, 18K Rose Gold 'Calatrava' Watch

Partially verified

This Patek Philippe reference 2568 is a manual-wind Calatrava dress wristwatch in an 18K rose gold case, dating circa 1950s according to the auctioneer. The case measures approximately 33 mm in diameter with an 18K rose gold bezel and is fitted to a black leather strap. Its champagne dial features baton hour indices, central hands, and a subsidiary small seconds dial at 6 o'clock. The source reports that the watch houses a manual-wind calibre 10-200 movement numbered 741743 with 18 jewels, while the inner case back is stamped with reference 2568 and case number 516797.

Patek Philippe Ref. 2568 in 18K rose gold on a black leather strap
Patek Philippe Ref. 2568 in 18K rose gold on a black leather strap — Freeman's. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
hindmanauctions.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Patek Philippe
Reference
2568
Catalogue / lot identifier
50
Source-reported date
Circa 1950s
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
516797

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and External Construction

This Calatrava model is housed in an 18K rose gold circular case measuring approximately 33 mm in diameter. It features an 18K rose gold bezel and a winding crown positioned on the case band.

The inner case back is engraved with the manufacturer's name, 'PATEK PHILIPPE & Co,' along with the gold purity mark '0.750,' the reference '2568,' and the individual case number '516797'.

Evidence for this section
  • “Case material: 18K rose gold”
  • “Case size: Approx. 33 mm”
  • “Bezel: 18K rose gold”
  • “Inner case back: PATEK PHILIPPE & Co SWISS 18K 0.750 516797 2568 1.”

Dial and Visual Features

The watch features a champagne-colored dial. The source states the dial has faded to a warm toasted almond color with visible patina.

The assembly is secured to the wrist via a black leather strap.

Evidence for this section
  • “Dial: Champagne”
  • “The dial has faded to a lovely, warm toasted almond color with patina to the dial.”
  • “Bracelet/Strap: Black leather”

Mechanical Specifications

The watch is reported to house a manual-wind Patek Philippe calibre 10-200 movement, which contains 18 jewels. The movement is marked with the number 741743.

The source notes that while the watch was running at the time of cataloging, it has not been timed for accuracy. The auction house does not provide a warranty regarding performance, and the authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed due to the possibility of historical repairs.

Evidence for this section
  • “Movement: 10-200 No 741743 PATEK PHILIPPE & Co GENEVE SWISS 18 JEWELS.”
  • “The watch winds, sets and runs at the time of cataloguing but has not been timed for accuracy.”
  • “The authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed since repairs and restoration may have occurred.”

Open research questions

  • Do the movement and case numbers correspond to known Patek Philippe production records for the reference 2568?
  • What is the extent of historical repair or restoration present on the movement and dial?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Patek Philippe, Ref. 2568, 18K Rose Gold 'Calatrava' Watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference number2568“Reference number: 2568”
Movement number741743“Movement number: 741743”
Case material18K rose gold“Case material: 18K rose gold”
Case sizeApprox. 33 mm“Case size: Approx. 33 mm”
Inner case back stampingPATEK PHILIPPE & Co SWISS 18K 0.750 516797 2568 1“Inner case back: PATEK PHILIPPE & Co SWISS 18K 0.750 516797 2568 1.”
Movement stamping10-200 No 741743 PATEK PHILIPPE & Co GENEVE SWISS 18 JEWELS“Movement: 10-200 No 741743 PATEK PHILIPPE & Co GENEVE SWISS 18 JEWELS.”
Gross weight23.15 dwt“Gross weight: 23.15 dwt.”
Bracelet sizeApprox. 8 3/4 inches“Bracelet size: Approx. 8 3/4 inches”

Visible details

  • Patinated champagne dial with baton hour markers and double baton marker at 12 o'clock
  • Subsidiary seconds dial positioned at 6 o'clock
  • Faceted, claw-style lugs integrated with the circular case
  • Black leather strap with embossed reptile grain
  • Winding crown located on the case band at 3 o'clock

Research qualifications

  • Movement and interior case back stampings are reported by the auctioneer and are not visible in the photograph.
  • The auction house notes that authenticity of individual parts is not guaranteed due to potential prior repairs.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Patek Philippe, Ref. 2568, 18K Rose Gold 'Calatrava' Watch | Freeman's

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 32a871b5f6

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