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Patek Philippe Ellipse 3648/1G - 18K White Gold Silver Dial

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A Study In Perfect Proportion
Launched in 1968, the Patek Philippe Ellipse was a deliberate departure from the circular cases that dominated watchmaking. Its design is famously based on the ancient Greek principle of the "golden ratio," a mathematical formula for aesthetically perfect proportions. This reference 3648/1G from the 1970s captures the collection in its purest form. Executed in 18k white gold with a beautifully integrated chain bracelet, it is a discreet but unmistakable piece of high design, representing an era when Patek Philippe solidified its position as a maker of not just timekeeping instruments, but wearable art.
Serviced By The Source
The defining feature of this Ellipse is its recent and comprehensive factory service, documented by the included Patek Philippe service card with a warranty valid through May 2025. This was not a simple tune-up. The work included a full overhaul of the mechanical movement, a new crown, a clasp adjustment, and a service of the dial by Patek itself. A factory-serviced dial provides a level of quality and authenticity that third-party refinishers cannot match, ensuring the watch presents exactly as its maker intended. It is the ultimate assurance of correctness.
Excellent, Factory-Certified Condition
This watch is in excellent condition. The recent Patek service addressed all critical components, leaving the movement, dial, and crown in perfect factory-spec order. The service sticker remains intact on the caseback. The 18k white gold case appears unpolished and is in good condition, showing honest character, while the rest of the watch presents as excellent. The integrated white gold chain bracelet is fluid and secure. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
The Quiet Cornerstone
This Ellipse is for the individual who appreciates timeless design backed by indisputable provenance. The manual-wind movement creates a daily point of connection, a quiet ritual that is increasingly rare. It is a watch that does not shout. Instead, its solid gold construction, iconic shape, and the confidence of a recent factory rservice speak for themselves. This is a versatile and elegant choice, equally suited for men and women, that represents the purest expression of Patek Philippe's design-forward history.
Key Specs
Reference: 3648/1G
Model: Ellipse
Year: 1970s
Movement: Mechanical
Case Size: 27x32mm
Bezel: 18k White Gold
Bracelet: Chain Bracelet
Bracelet Length: 7.6-7.85in
Dial: Silver
Metal: 18k White Gold
Weight: 85.3g
Includes: Patek Philippe Service Card & Service Box
SKU: 1313

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