Here we have an excellent representation of Patek Philippes Ellipse dress watches, this ref. 3978 hit all the high notes with an 18k yellow gold case with integrated yellow gold bracelet, and a wonderful blue Sigma dial in flawless condition. Our model is very rare because of the sub second, the most Ellipse models come without it.

Additionally the dial is made entirely of gold, as indicated by the Sigma symbols at the bottom of the dial.

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use (unpolished)
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back (106 grams)
• 29 mm (without crown) / 37 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs)
• original Patek Philippe 18k bracelet (all links, fits up to a 19 cm wrist)
• Ref.: 3978 J
• Year: 1980s

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 215 PS - manual wind
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 01/2023
• -5sec/d / 240°
• no movement shot because we don't want to damage the gold

DIAL:

• original never touched blue sigma dial in flawless condition
• original hands, dial & crown
• original sapphire crystal