Zenith Calatrava Small Seconds – Gold Plated – Vintage Swiss Dress Watch – 34 mm Offered for auction is an elegant and highly collectible Zenith Calatrava Small Seconds, a refined vintage Swiss dress watch representing the timeless minimalist design language that made mid-century Zenith watches so desirable among collectors. Featuring a classic gold-plated Calatrava case, clean silver dial, and elegant small seconds display, this piece captures the understated sophistication of traditional Swiss watchmaking. A beautiful example from one of Switzerland’s most respected manufactures. Technical Details Brand: Zenith Model: Calatrava Small Seconds Movement: Swiss Mechanical Zenith Movement Case Material: Gold Plated Case Diameter: 34 mm Crystal: Acrylic Glass Dial: Silver Clean Dial Strap: Generic Leather Strap Wrist Size: Fits wrists up to approx. 21 cm Water Resistance: Untested Functions - Hours - Minutes - Small Seconds Condition Report The watch is offered in Grade B condition, showing visible signs of wear consistent with age and careful vintage use. The gold-plated case remains attractive overall with honest wear and visible plating loss on certain areas, especially around the lugs and edges, as expected for a vintage timepiece of this age. The case still maintains elegant proportions and classic dress-watch appeal. The silver dial remains clean and well-preserved, offering a beautiful minimalist appearance with applied gold-tone indexes and matching hands. The small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock enhances the vintage charm and elegant symmetry of the design. The acrylic crystal is in good condition with normal light signs of use consistent with age. The watch is fitted with a generic leather strap in wearable condition. Please review all photos carefully, as they are an integral part of the description and show the exact condition of the watch. Included: Generic Box Story & Heritage Founded in 1865, Zenith is one of the most respected names in Swiss horology, renowned for technical excellence, refined craftsmanship, and timeless design. Over the decades, the manufacture has produced some of the finest mechanical movements in watchmaking history. Long before the famous El Primero era, Zenith was already highly regarded for producing elegant and reliable dress watches powered by beautifully engineered in-house mechanical calibers. This Zenith Calatrava Small Seconds is a fine example of that heritage. Its slim case, clean silver dial, and classic small seconds layout embody the golden age of Swiss dress watch design—an era when elegance came from simplicity, proportion, and craftsmanship rather than excess. With its timeless aesthetic and authentic vintage character, this Zenith remains a sophisticated piece for collectors who appreciate classic Swiss horology. Internal Reference Number - FLO 148