Lot Essay
Launched in 1981, the Patek Philippe reference 3800 was a wonderful new addition to the Nautilus family. Measuring 37.5mm, the timepiece had a broader selection of dial configurations, metals, and diamond-embellishment options, making the mid-size timepiece a more approachable option to a wider audience.
The present lot, reference 3800/3 is a very rare and lavish example with complete construction in platinum. The watch is further enhanced with a factory diamond-set bezel and the ridged, silvered blue dial features diamond-set hour markers. It is believed that approximately only 120 examples of this reference were ever created, with the present lot being the 10th identified in the market, making the watch an exceptional timepiece to covet and enjoy.
The present lot, reference 3800/3 is a very rare and lavish example with complete construction in platinum. The watch is further enhanced with a factory diamond-set bezel and the ridged, silvered blue dial features diamond-set hour markers. It is believed that approximately only 120 examples of this reference were ever created, with the present lot being the 10th identified in the market, making the watch an exceptional timepiece to covet and enjoy.