139 Patek Philippe Very Rare and Elegant, Nautilus “Jumbo”, Automatic Wristwatch in Steel and Yellow Gold, With Date, Extract from the Archives, Reference 3700/1
Estimate: € 50,000 – 100,000
Sold (Premium)€66,300
Model: Nautilus
Reference: 3700/1
Case Material: Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold
Year: 1980's
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 28-255C
Case N°: 558802
Movement N°: 1308381
Dimensions: 42 mm
Signed: Dial, Case and Movement
Accessories: Extract from the Archives
Among all Patek’s masterpieces, in the last years there is one which has gained a really special place in people’s heart thanks to its unique design: the Nautilus. It first saw light in 1976 and it has being advertised as a watch that worked equally well with a wet suit as with a dinner suit. Coming from yet another great idea by Gerald Genta it has been realized in many different materials and with many complications, all having in common the shape of the case looks like a porthole with protruding “ears” on each side of the case and with an eight-sided, curved bezel. The present Nautilus is a superb representative of the exceedingly rare reference 3700/1, launched in 1976. Its stainless steel and yellow-gold case features a beautiful bezel and the double-material bracelet as well is preserved perfectly. The champagne sigma dial is pure featuring yellow-gold baton minute indexes and date at 3 o’clock. Preserved in excellent overall condition, this further enhances its overall appeal, making it a highlight for the collector of rare timepieces.