Originally debuted in 1968, the Golden Ellipse model designed by Patek Philippe has transcended the formality of employing only traditional shaped wristwatches. Its bold case design of balancing between roundness and rectangularity have led to what watch connoisseurs consider as a golden ratio.

Our reference 3848, also known as the mid-size model comes in outstanding condition and a stunning blue sigma sunburst dial with the Patek Philippe automatic Cal. 215.

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with snap-on case back, casemaker Favre & Perret
• 27 mm (without crown) / 32.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (between lugs) / 6 mm thick
• Ref.: 3848
• Year: 1970s
• total weight: 38 g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 215 - manual wind
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 09/2024
+2 sec/d / 260°

DIAL:

• original never touched blue sunburst sigma dial in flawless condition 
• original hands and crown
  

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• blue aftermarket leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
• original Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold buckle

 

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #613