Arguably the last true “legacy model” made by Patek Philippe, the ref. 3796 was introduced in 1982 and in production till the late 1990s in lieu of the discontinued ref. 96- the first and original Calatrava of the 1930s. The two models look identical when on the wrist, both measuring at 31mm in diameter. The minor differences are the sapphire glass, the new cal. 215 S of the present reference and the caseback which is now waterproof and with a small flap for easier opening.

A striking timepiece for its size, the present Calatrava ref. 3796 is encased in 18K pink gold with an equally charming pink gold Sigma dial, as seen by the lower-case Greek letter sigma beside the "Swiss" signature at the bottom of the dial, indicating that the hands and hour markers of the watch are made of solid gold.

Previously unknown, the present Calatrava is the 75th pink gold ref. 3796 to have resurfaced onto the market, from which only 30 examples boast this clean, divine, pink-on-pink configuration. Preserved in outstanding overall condition, it is a true testament to Patek Philippe's discreet elegance and ageless aesthetics.