Patek Philippe, A very well preserved and collectible, Padellone, perpetual calendar, moon phases, automatic wristwatch in yellow gold, with extract from the archives, reference 3448.

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The Patek Philippe reference 3448 stands as one of the most groundbreaking creations in the maison’s history, uniting innovation, precision, and timeless design. Introduced in 1962, it was the world’s first self-winding perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases, a revolutionary achievement that set a new standard in haute horlogerie.
Nicknamed Padellone (“large frying pan”) for its bold yet harmonious 37.5 mm case, the 3448 embodies Patek Philippe’s mastery of proportion and form. Produced for nearly two decades until 1981, only 586 examples were ever made, predominantly in yellow gold, with a few in white and a single known in pink, making it one of the most coveted perpetual calendars in existence.
The present example has an excellent satin-finished silvered dial with sigma-Swiss-sigma markings denoting gold indexes, a detail reserved for the most refined Patek Philippe creations.

Key features:
– 18K Yellow Gold Case | Caliber 27-460 Q Automatic Movement
– Perpetual Calendar with Moon Phases | Satin Silvered Dial
– Sigma-Swiss-Sigma Signature Indicating Gold Indexes
– Iconic 37.5 mm “Padellone” Case Design

A benchmark of elegance and mechanical innovation, the reference 3448 remains one of Patek Philippe’s most intellectually and aesthetically significant masterpieces, a timeless expression of the brand’s pursuit of perfection.