Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Dec 12, 2025
LOT 131
PATEK PHILIPPE, SWITZERLAND, REF. 3700/11, NAUTILUS JUMBO STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD
EUR 40,000 - 80,000
CHF 37,300 - 75,000 / HKD 362,000 - 730,000 / USD 46,400 - 93,000 / JPY 7,250,000 - 14,490,000
A fine, rare and large stainless steel and gold cushion shaped self-winding wristwatch with blue sigma dial and date, with stainless steel and gold bracelet
| Grading System | |
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Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2 * |
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Dial: 2 - 01 |
Brand Patek Philippe, Switzerland
Model Nautilus Jumbo stainless steel and gold
Reference 3700/11
Year 1982
Movement No. 1307966
Case No. 541.305
Bracelet Integrated stainless steel and gold with stainless steel deployant clasp. Approx overall length: 160 mm
Diameter 40 mm
Caliber 28-255 C
Signature Dial, case and movement
Accessories Patek Philippe certificate of origin and Extract from the Archives
Notes
Widely acknowledged as one of the most significant luxury sports watches ever created, the Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3700 embodies Gérald Genta’s visionary design in its purest form. In this elegant two-tone execution, combining stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, the model gains a warmer and more sophisticated personality, increasingly sought after by discerning collectors.
The deep blue sigma dial displays a captivating sunburst finish that responds beautifully to changing light, while the applied gold indexes and hands retain their original tritium lume, now aged to a soft and even patina. The model’s visual clarity and minimalist architecture helped establish the Nautilus as a foundational icon of modern watchmaking.
The integrated case and bracelet remain sharply defined, showcasing the groundbreaking maritime-inspired profile that redefined the concept of high luxury in a sports watch. The ultra-thin calibre 28-255 C, based on the esteemed Jaeger-LeCoultre 920, ensures the graceful proportions and technical sophistication that characterize early Nautilus production.
Identified by movement number 1’307’966, this example is accompanied by its original papers, two additional bracelet links, and an official extrait d’archives from Patek Philippe providing authoritative confirmation of originality and substantially reinforcing collectability.
A rare and highly coherent reference 3700/011, uniting full authenticity, exceptional completeness, and the timeless allure of the earliest Nautilus, an outstanding opportunity to acquire a pivotal milestone of contemporary horology.
Provenance
PROPERTY OF FRENCH GENTLEMAN