{"product_id":"patek-philippe-570j-calatrava-tropical-dial","title":"Patek -  570J - 1956 \u003cbr\u003eOversized Calatrava - Original Dial \u003cbr\u003eExtract from the Archives \u003cbr\u003eSOLD","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1938, the Patek Philippe Reference 570 represents one of the earliest large-format interpretations of the Calatrava design. With a diameter of approximately 35 millimeters—considered oversized for its era—the reference offered a more substantial presence on the wrist while maintaining the restrained elegance that defined Patek Philippe's dress watches of the period. Over the course of its long production life, the reference became one of the most recognizable mid-century expressions of the Calatrava aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExamples produced during the 1950s frequently paired the classic round Calatrava case with applied faceted baton markers, dauphine hands, and a minimalist dial architecture that emphasized proportion and clarity. In this configuration the design remains intentionally spare, relying on balance and finishing rather than complication or ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe present example is powered by the manually wound caliber 27SC, one of Patek Philippe's principal center-seconds movements of the mid-twentieth century. The caliber was widely employed across the manufacture's dress watches during the period and is appreciated for its reliable construction and slim architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original silvered dial displays extensive surface crazing within the protective lacquer layer, producing a web-like pattern across the dial surface consistent with the natural aging of mid-century lacquer finishes. The raised enamel \u003cstrong\u003ePatek Philippe Genève\u003c\/strong\u003e signature remains crisp and clearly legible, and the applied hour markers appear undisturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1956 and original sale on October 3, 1957, the watch represents a characteristic example of the reference during the height of Patek Philippe's mid-century production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 18k yellow gold case presents in attractive overall condition with strong remaining geometry. The crown retains clear Calatrava cross embossing, and hallmarks located on the reverse of the lugs remain visible and well defined. The case surfaces show evidence of sympathetic polishing over time. The dial displays extensive lacquer crazing consistent with natural aging, while the printed signature and applied markers remain sharp and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WRISTORIAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47564476776618,"sku":"WRI-309.109","price":27250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/1236\/7530\/files\/570P-F-50.jpg?v=1771759141","url":"https:\/\/www.wristorian.com\/products\/patek-philippe-570j-calatrava-tropical-dial","provider":"WRISTORIAN® ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}