Important Watches: Part I
Important Watches: Part I
Patek Philippe
Nautilus, Reference 3700/11 | A yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet | Circa 1982 | 百達翡麗 | Nautilus 型號3700/11 | 黃金鏈帶腕錶備日期顯示，製作年份約1982
Auction Closed
May 14, 11:30 AM GMT
Estimate
100,000 - 200,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Patek Philippe
Nautilus, Reference 3700/11
A yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet
Circa 1982
百達翡麗
Nautilus 型號3700/11黃金鏈帶腕錶備日期顯示，製作年份約1982
Dial: blue
Calibre: cal. 28-255C automatic, 36 jewels
Movement number: 1'310'247
Case: 18k yellow gold, bezel secured by 4 screws
Case number: 559'019
Closure: 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 42 mm diameter (10-4 o'clock), bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe copy of the extract from the archives confirming the date of manufacture in 1982 and the date of sale 12th November 1984 and presentation case
The Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700 in yellow gold is highly coveted by collectors and enthusiasts. It is a variant of the original Nautilus 3700, which was introduced in 1976 as the first sports watch from Patek Philippe. The Nautilus 3700 in yellow gold was later introduced as a limited edition in the early 1980s. The watch retains the iconic design of the original Nautilus, including the distinctive octagonal case of 42 mm.
The main difference between the Nautilus 3700 in yellow gold and the original stainless steel version is only the use of 18k yellow gold for the case, bracelet, and clasp but that makes all the difference.
This piece is a rare and highly sought-after model, and its limited production numbers make it even more desirable among collectors. It is considered one of the most iconic and recognizable luxury watches in the world, and the addition of yellow gold to its design makes it an even more valuable and unique timepiece.