Early 1950s Ref. 2484 “Phillipe” Buckle

A classic vintage Patek Philippe reference 2484 in 18k yellow gold, dating to the early 1950s. The case, made by Wenger, features beautifully ridged lugs and bears two Geneva hallmarks.

The high-relief enamel dial has developed a warm patina with age and features applied gold hour markers, pointed gold hands, a dotted outer minute track, and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock. Powered by the Patek Philippe caliber 10-200 manual-wind movement.

Fitted with a new vintage brown alligator strap and accompanied by 18k gold spring bars. Of particular interest is the Patek Philippe 18k gold tang buckle, curiously signed “Patek Phillipe” rather than Philippe, with both the buckle and tang marked 18k - a factory error made for the American market and released in limited quantity before correction. It is a small and rather charming detail on an otherwise very traditional Patek.

Though not officially part of the Calatrava collection, the reference 2484 shares the restrained proportions and simplicity associated with Patek Philippe’s mid-century dress watches.