1940s IWC Cal.83 rare 35mm "Flat-bezel" Big calatrava with Pink two-tone dial in 14K yellow gold

This is a highly rare 35mm flat bezel 'Big Calatrava' model in 14K yellow gold, manufactured in the early 1940s and equipped with International’s renowned Caliber 83 movement. In this era, most International models were around 30mm, making this 35mm Big Calatrava especially rare, particularly with its unique flat bezel design. The dial is an exceptional two-tone pink base, combining applied gold indices and gold leaf hands, achieving a beautifully balanced design that’s not overly simple. The flat bezel accentuates the elegance of the two-tone dial, making this a standout piece. It features the Caliber 83 movement with small seconds, which is emblematic of International. This yellow gold case and pink dial combination is also a rare pairing seen in models from Movado of the same period.