Patek Philippe 4897 (Pre-owned - Good) — USD 23,140 on eBay

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 4897 is a ladies' timepiece, part of a limited edition series created to commemorate the brand's 10th anniversary in China. This reference is notable as one of Patek Philippe's first female-specific limited editions for the Chinese market, often sold as a set with a matching men's Reference 6000. This model features a rose gold case, typically adorned with diamonds on the bezel, and a dial with a distinctive sunburst guilloché pattern. It is powered by a self-winding mechanical movement, reflecting Patek Philippe's commitment to horological substance even in its ladies' jewelry watches. The dial often includes diamond hour markers and Breguet-style hands. For collectors, the Reference 4897 holds significance due to its extreme rarity, with only 10 pieces produced in rose gold and 10 in white gold for this specific anniversary. Its limited availability and historical context within Patek Philippe's market strategy in China make it a distinctive and sought-after piece.