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Patek Philippe Ellipse - 18K White Gold.

Details

Presenting an exceptionally rare vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse, crafted in luxurious 18kt white gold. This elegant timepiece features the iconic Ellipse case, paired with a striking integrated gold bracelet showcasing an extraordinarily uncommon bark finish—an exquisite texture rarely seen, even among collectors.

The dial is a true standout: a rich blue sunburst with a deep, lustrous sheen, perfectly complemented by delicately painted Roman numerals. This color and dial configuration is highly sought-after and rarely encountered in such pristine, original condition.

Dating from the 1980s, this watch is entirely original, including the long bracelet—making it a comfortable fit for modern wrists while retaining all the charm of a classic era. A perfect fusion of artistry, rarity, and timeless design, this piece embodies the refined elegance that defines Patek Philippe.

A museum-worthy example for the true connoisseur.

Bracelet extending or cutting is available by request!

Reference number- NA

Crystal- Sapphire

Movement- Manual Wind

Year- 1980s

Dial color- Blue Roman Sunburst

Case material- 18K White Gold

Bracelet styles- Integrated 18K White Gold Bracelet Fits 7.25-7.3 Inch

Case size- 28x32mm

Bezel type- 18K White Gold

History

In 1968, Patek Philippe introduced the Golden Ellipse — a watch whose case dimensions were derived from the golden ratio, the mathematical proportion found in classical architecture and nature. The result is a case that looks neither circular nor rectangular but occupies a gravitational middle ground that is immediately recognizable and impossible to imitate convincingly.

The Ellipse arrived at the right moment: the late 1960s were a time of geometric experimentation in watchmaking, but most attempts at "design watches" aged badly. The Ellipse aged better than almost anything from its era because its proportions were grounded in mathematics rather than trend.

References across our inventory span the 1970s through 1990s: ref 3566, 3567, 3748, 4266/905, and various numbered references in yellow gold, white gold, and platinum. Dials in blue, brown, onyx, champagne, and malachite all appear. The integrated bracelet versions are particularly prized — a Patek with a bracelet is a rare and serious thing.


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