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Lot Essay
The present example is further enhanced by the presence of the 'Tiffany & Co.' signature on the dial, a detail that significantly elevates its exclusivity and desirability. Double-signed Patek Philippe watches, reflecting a long-standing partnership between the two prestigious houses dating back to the 19th century, are among the most coveted timepieces on the market today.
Reference 5980
Introduced in 2006 to mark the 30th anniversary of the iconic Nautilus reference 3700, originally designed by Gérald Genta, reference 5980 made its debut at the Basel Fair. Conceived as a true sports watch complication, it features a flyback chronograph paired with the instantly recognisable 'bull’s-eye' mono-counter display.
First introduced with reference 5960, this innovative chronograph layout presents the minutes on the outer ring and the elapsed hours within the inner register, ensuring exceptional legibility. At its core is Patek Philippe’s fully in-house self-winding chronograph calibre 28-520 C, a testament to the manufacture’s technical expertise and a defining element in establishing the model as one of the most important contemporary Nautilus references.
Reference 5980
Introduced in 2006 to mark the 30th anniversary of the iconic Nautilus reference 3700, originally designed by Gérald Genta, reference 5980 made its debut at the Basel Fair. Conceived as a true sports watch complication, it features a flyback chronograph paired with the instantly recognisable 'bull’s-eye' mono-counter display.
First introduced with reference 5960, this innovative chronograph layout presents the minutes on the outer ring and the elapsed hours within the inner register, ensuring exceptional legibility. At its core is Patek Philippe’s fully in-house self-winding chronograph calibre 28-520 C, a testament to the manufacture’s technical expertise and a defining element in establishing the model as one of the most important contemporary Nautilus references.