Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 5226G-001
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2022
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThe Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 5226G-001 is a wristwatch introduced in 2022, constructed in white gold with a 40mm diameter and 8.53mm thickness. Its design incorporates a textured Clous de Paris motif on the case flanks, replacing traditional smooth case sides.
The dial features a gradient grey finish with a granular texture, accented by white gold Arabic numerals and syringe-style hands, both applied with luminescent material. A date aperture is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. Internally, the watch is powered by the automatic Patek Philippe caliber 26-330 movement, comprising 212 components and 30 jewels. The timepiece is fitted with a tan calfskin leather strap secured by an 18k white gold pin buckle.
The watch is accompanied by its original box and full documentation, as reported by the referenced auction catalogue.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Calatrava
- Maker
- Patek Philippe
- Jewels
- 30
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Movement
- Caliber 26-330
- Reference
- 5226G-001
- Thickness
- 8.53 mm
- Components
- 212
- Case material
- White gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
Design
- Visible features
- • Textured Clous de Paris pattern on case sides • Gradient grey dial with granular surface • Syringe-style hands with luminescent material • Tan calfskin leather strap with white gold buckle
- Condition and Included Items
- The watch is presented with its original box and a complete set of accompanying documentation and accessories. The provision of these items and an additional strap is noted as a factor for collectors regarding the total set. The reported condition and the details provided regarding the provenance of this specific lot (AS11757) are taken from the provided auction documentation. These records indicate the watch is a full-set example but do not independently verify the mechanical performance or historical provenance beyond the provided source.
- Design and Case Construction
- The Patek Philippe Calatrava 5226G-001 features a 40mm white gold case. The design is distinguished by the application of the 'Clous de Paris' pattern along the exterior flanks of the case, a decorative choice intended to replace conventional, smooth case construction. This detail contributes to the watch's aesthetic, which aligns with a minimalist approach inspired by the Bauhaus style. The dial is designed with a granular, gradient grey texture, transitioning to a black outer perimeter. It features a minute scale printed with vintage-style typography and applied white gold Arabic numerals. The time is displayed via syringe-style hands, both of which are treated with luminescent material to ensure legibility in varying lighting conditions, echoing design motifs from the 1930s and 1940s.
- Movement and Mechanical Details
- Internally, the timepiece is equipped with the automatic Patek Philippe caliber 26-330 movement. This mechanical system consists of 212 individual components and is jeweled with 30 synthetic stones. The movement is designed to maintain timing accuracy. The integration of the date function is located at the 3 o'clock position on the dial. The watch comes with a tan-colored calfskin leather strap, which is fastened to the wrist using an 18k white gold pin buckle.
Identification
- Reference
- 5226G-001
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Authenticity and functional status are based on the auction description, not independent verification
- Research required: The exact origin of manufacture is not stated in the source