{"product_id":"patek-philippe-2505j-calatrava-tiffany-dial","title":"Patek Philippe – Ref 2505J – c. 1950–1953 \u003cbr\u003eTear-Drop Lug Calatrava \u003cbr\u003eTiffany \u0026 Co. Co-Signed Sector Dial \u003cbr\u003eSOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Reference 2505J with Tiffany \u0026amp; Co Dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patek Philippe Reference 2505 represents one of the more elusive and architecturally distinctive variations within the broader mid-century Calatrava family. Produced in extremely small numbers during the early 1950s, the reference is distinguished by its sculptural tear-drop (\"goutte\") lugs, a design motif that lends the case an elegant, flowing profile while remaining consistent with the restrained proportions characteristic of Patek Philippe dress watches of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present example is executed in 18K yellow gold and retains particularly strong case definition throughout. The hallmark located on the 11 o'clock lug remains crisp and clearly struck, while the 18K gold stamp inside the caseback remains sharp and legible. Together these features suggest the case has likely avoided significant polishing during its lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowering the watch is the manually wound Patek Philippe Caliber 12-120, one of the manufacture's most respected mid-century movements. Adjusted to heat, cold, isochronism, and five positions, the caliber was widely employed by Patek Philippe during this period for its reliability, refined architecture, and slender profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly noteworthy is the two-tone gold sector dial bearing the Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. retailer signature. The dial features a raised enamel Patek Philippe signature with printed Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. designation, along with raised enamel Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 accompanied by raised enamel hour markers within a classic sector configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent scholarship suggests that only a small number of Reference 2505 examples are presently documented in collector literature and auction archives, with approximately seven examples known. Within this already limited population, examples bearing a Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. retailer signature appear to be extraordinarily rare and may represent one of the few such configurations presently known to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The watch presents attractively overall and retains strong case definition with crisp hallmarks consistent with minimal historical polishing. The dial displays visible and even discoloration consistent with natural aging over more than seven decades, while the raised enamel printing remains crisp, elevated, and undisturbed, indicating the dial has not been subjected to aggressive cleaning or restoration. The watch is running and setting at the time of cataloguing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WRISTORIAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47564476186794,"sku":"WRI-665.267","price":42500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/1236\/7530\/files\/2505J-F.jpg?v=1771061148","url":"https:\/\/www.wristorian.com\/products\/patek-philippe-2505j-calatrava-tiffany-dial","provider":"WRISTORIAN® ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}