PATEK PHILIPPE, NAUTILUS REF. 3800, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH GÜBELIN SIGNATURE
CASE NUMBER: 2’831’602, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’425’881
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Price Realised USD 112,500
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USD 70,000 - USD 100,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 27 Oct 2021
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PATEK PHILIPPE, NAUTILUS REF. 3800, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH GÜBELIN SIGNATURE
CASE NUMBER: 2’831’602, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’425’881
The reference 3800 was in production from 1981 until 2006 and available in different versions. It was a mid-size version of the Nautilus reference 3700 and carried the same design aesthetics. It was presented in a smaller size case (37.5 mm. as opposed to 42 mm.) and the dial featured a centre seconds hand made possible by the introduction of the Patek Philippe Cal. 335 SC.
While early models were fitted with the Cal. 335 SC (without the quick set date), a version with the quick set date was introduced in 1987. The third generation was Ref. 3700 was presented with the Cal. 330 134. Between 1997 and 2006, the Ref. 3700 models produced were powered by the Cal. 330 194.
The double-signed dial carries the rare Gübelin legend, indicating that it was originally retailed by renowned Swiss retailer. A Gübelin signature is extremely rare to find on any Nautilus model and consequently these watches are amongst the most desirable and sought after pieces of the range.
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OVERALL CONDITION: The watch is in very good overall condition
CASE: Very good condition, light surface scratches only; the case has been refreshed
DIAL: Nice, clean, and original.
MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. However, a service is recommended upon sale
BUCKLE: Steel folding clasp and gold buckle has light surface scratches.
BRACELET LENGTH: 195 mm. with 9 removable links
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Lot 95Sale 20177
CASE NUMBER: 2’831’602, MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1’425’881PATEK PHILIPPE, NAUTILUS REF. 3800, A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH GÜBELIN SIGNATUREEstimate: USD 70,000 - 100,000
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