Art in Motion — A Jumbo Patek with Stardust Soul

Bold yet refined, this Patek Philippe Ref. 3585 from the 1980s stands apart with its jumbo-sized 36mm case, unique reverse crown placement, and a dial that looks like it was painted by the stars.

The navy blue Sigma dial — crafted from solid gold and adorned with a fine textured finish — has developed a mesmerizing stardust-like patina, making this watch feel more like a canvas than a timekeeper. Its clean design and minimalist layout are contrasted by hidden eccentricity: the Caliber 350 is wound automatically, but the crown is discreetly tucked on the caseback — a hallmark of Patek’s innovative era.

Worn on its original Patek Philippe leather strap with matching 18k buckle, this rare reference is not just oversized for its time — it’s oversized in character.

- wrist size in our picture is 18 cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched 18k blue textured sigma dial with some beautiful stardust patina throughout the dial
• original hands & crown

STRAP & BUCKLE:

• original Patek Philippe black leather strap fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 1.3 mm thick
• original Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold buckle

CASE:

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of use (unpolished)
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw-down case back
• 36 mm (without crown) / 42 mm (lug-to-lug) / 19 mm (strap) / 7.4 mm thick
• Ref.: 3585
• Year: 1980s
• total weight: 61 g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 350 - automatic
• 28 jewels, 21600 A/h, 46 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 11/2024
• -3 sec/d / 240°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #685