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Lot Essay
The platinum Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 5711/1P-010 is an icon of exclusivity and desirability. Never intended for the public eye nor featured in any catalogue, it was offered privately, by invitation only, to a select circle of Patek Philippe’s most distinguished and loyal clients. Very few examples of the pre-40th Anniversary Nautilus references were ever made in platinum, and they remain among the most elusive models for collectors to find today.
The present example belongs to an even more elusive and thrilling subset of the reference: those bearing the legendary double signature ‘Tiffany & Co.’. Only a tiny number of these double-signed watches were allocated to Tiffany’s VIP clients by invitation, rendering them virtually unobtainable. Remarkably, the present watch is only the second example ever to be offered at international auction, underscoring its extraordinary rarity and importance.
As is Patek Philippe’s tradition, the platinum case is discreetly marked with a small diamond set between the lugs at 6 o’clock. The combination of a solid platinum case and bracelet, the mythical ‘Tiffany & Co.’ signature, and its off-catalogue provenance elevate this piece to the pinnacle of modern horology: one of the ultimate prizes among all reference 5711s, and a true statement watch of the highest order.
Beyond its technical and aesthetic excellence, the present watch embodies the romance of one of watchmaking’s most storied collaborations. The partnership between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. began in 1851 under the vision of Charles Louis Tiffany and Antoine Norbert de Patek. By 1854, Tiffany & Co. had introduced Patek Philippe to the American market, presenting some of the firm’s rarest creations. Over more than a century and a half, this relationship flourished, and nowadays, Tiffany remains the only retailer permitted to share its name on Patek Philippe dials. In 2001, the two houses celebrated the 150th anniversary of their enduring alliance, a testament to a partnership that continues to symbolize excellence, rarity, and refinement.
The present example belongs to an even more elusive and thrilling subset of the reference: those bearing the legendary double signature ‘Tiffany & Co.’. Only a tiny number of these double-signed watches were allocated to Tiffany’s VIP clients by invitation, rendering them virtually unobtainable. Remarkably, the present watch is only the second example ever to be offered at international auction, underscoring its extraordinary rarity and importance.
As is Patek Philippe’s tradition, the platinum case is discreetly marked with a small diamond set between the lugs at 6 o’clock. The combination of a solid platinum case and bracelet, the mythical ‘Tiffany & Co.’ signature, and its off-catalogue provenance elevate this piece to the pinnacle of modern horology: one of the ultimate prizes among all reference 5711s, and a true statement watch of the highest order.
Beyond its technical and aesthetic excellence, the present watch embodies the romance of one of watchmaking’s most storied collaborations. The partnership between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. began in 1851 under the vision of Charles Louis Tiffany and Antoine Norbert de Patek. By 1854, Tiffany & Co. had introduced Patek Philippe to the American market, presenting some of the firm’s rarest creations. Over more than a century and a half, this relationship flourished, and nowadays, Tiffany remains the only retailer permitted to share its name on Patek Philippe dials. In 2001, the two houses celebrated the 150th anniversary of their enduring alliance, a testament to a partnership that continues to symbolize excellence, rarity, and refinement.