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Double-Signed Black, Starr & Gorham Dial · Caliber 10-200 · Circa 1950s A Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 2451 in 18 karat yellow gold, powered by the celebrated manual-wind Caliber 10-200 and distinguished by an exceptionally rare double-signed Black, Starr & Gorham retailer dial. Among post-war Calatrava references, the Ref. 2451 occupies a unique place within the firm's history. Often referred to by collectors as the "Aquatic" Calatrava, it introduced an improved water-resistant case while preserving the restrained proportions and elegance that define the Calatrava collection. The reference is believed to have been produced in relatively limited numbers, making surviving examples increasingly difficult to acquire. What distinguishes this watch further is its original co-signed dial. About Black, Starr & Gorham Founded in 1810, Black, Starr & Gorham is America's oldest continuously operating luxury jeweler. During the twentieth century, the firm retailed watches from only the m...