Patek Philippe 3738 Ellipse Jumbo 1980s

Name: Patek Philippe 3738 Ellipse Jumbo 1980s
Brand: Patek Philippe
SKU: #1104
Price: 27900.0 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

€27.900

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Description
BRAND HISTORY

Golden Ratio Refined — The Ellipse Jumbo in Royal Blue

A bold expression of mathematical elegance from Patek Philippe.

Originally launched in 1968, the Golden Ellipse broke convention by rejecting traditional round or square cases — instead embracing proportions derived from the golden ratio. The result? A timeless silhouette beloved by connoisseurs for its harmony, simplicity, and distinction.

This reference 3738 / 118, also known as the Jumbo Ellipse, elevates the design even further. Its deep blue sunburst sigma dial (MK3 variant) exudes quiet luxury, while the ultra-slim 18k yellow gold case houses the legendary Caliber 240 with a 22k micro-rotor — visible elegance powered by serious mechanical finesse.

The integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet, flawlessly sculpted to match the case’s curve, delivers unparalleled comfort and coherence. A watch that’s equally suited for black-tie dinners and moments of quiet self-expression.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

original never touched blue sunburst sigma dial (MK3) in flawless condition
original hands and crown

BRACELET & CLASP:

original Patek Philippe 18k integrated yellow gold strap fitting up to 18 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
bracelet is adjustable by around 1 cm at the clasp; for major adjustments a goldsmith is needed
original Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold buckle

CASE:

excellent overall condition, showing very minor traces of use
3- body 18k yellow gold Favre & Perret case
31 mm (without crown) / 35.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 20 mm (between lugs) / 5.5 mm thick
Ref.: 3738 / 118
Year: 1980s
total weight: 99 g

MOVEMENT:

Patek Philippe Cal. 240 - automatic
features a 22k yellow gold microtor
27 jewels, 21600 A/h, 48 hours power reserve
professionally serviced 07/2024
-3 sec/d / 300°

BOX & PAPERS:

GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
original Patek Philippe box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1104

Patek Philippe

Some names don’t need introduction — only reverence. Patek Philippe, founded in 1839, is one of the oldest and most respected watchmakers in the world. But more than that, it’s the name that lives at the very top of the collector’s imagination. For those who know, a vintage Patek Philippe isn’t simply a watch. It’s an heirloom of design, precision, and quiet prestige.

Every detail, every line, every movement has been considered. Case proportions that feel sculpted by time itself. Dials that remain perfectly legible, impossibly elegant, eternally relevant. And inside, movements so refined they’re often admired more than worn — bridges beveled by hand, gears finished to perfection, not for show, but for the integrity of the craft.

Whether it’s a Calatrava from the golden age of dress watches, a mid-century perpetual calendar, or a discreet reference once made in extremely limited numbers, a vintage Patek tells stories without ever raising its voice.

Collectors understand this: to own a vintage Patek Philippe is not about display. It’s about devotion — to heritage, to restraint, to the long arc of time. It’s for those who value rarity not in hype, but in meaning. Those who understand why “You never actually own a Patek Philippe…”

Well — you know the rest.

These watches are the summit of classic horology. Not because they try to be — but because they simply are. Wearing one connects you to a lineage of kings, scholars, and creators. And in a world where luxury too often shouts, Patek Philippe whispers — with unmatched grace and permanence.

Because some vintage watches impress.

But only a Patek Philippe moves you.