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Patek Philippe
Ref. 3893
Calatrava
A rare and attractive platinum wristwatch with small seconds, diamond-set hour markers, ivory-white dial and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$80,000 - 160,000€8,800 - 17,700$10,300 - 20,500
HK$254,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Patek Philippe
- Year
- 1988
- Reference No
- 3893
- Movement No
- 1’813’781
- Case No
- 2’849’371
- Model Name
- Calatrava
- Material
- Platinum
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 215 PS, 18 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Leather
- Clasp/Buckle
- Platinum Patek Philippe pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 33mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Patek Philippe fitted presentation box and outer packaging. Delivered with Patek Phillipe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of manufacture of the present timepiece in 1988 and its subsequent date of sale on 24th October 1988.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The Patek Philippe ref 3893 is a understated model among Patek Philippe's Calatrava collection launched in the 1980s. This exquisite two-piece case reference was primarily produced in yellow and white gold, with the latter being rarer. Two dial variations are recognized: the elegant ivory and the striking white sector dial.
This particular model stands out even more, as it is cased in the noble metal platinum. The dial boasts a stunning ivory-white hue, complemented by immaculate dauphine hands. Its simplicity is one of its most captivating features; the clean lines and uncluttered layout allow the beauty of the materials and craftsmanship to shine through. What truly elevates this watch is its remarkable rarity—the 12 diamond hour markers that set it apart from the rest.
Our research indicates that this is not only the first platinum piece of its kind to emerge on the market but also the only one featuring diamond-set hour markers in this specific configuration. Manufactured in 1988 confirmed by the Extract from the Archives, this presents an extraordinary opportunity for collectors to acquire a truly special timepiece. The understated elegance of the design perfectly balances sophistication with practicality, making it a timeless addition to any collection.
This particular model stands out even more, as it is cased in the noble metal platinum. The dial boasts a stunning ivory-white hue, complemented by immaculate dauphine hands. Its simplicity is one of its most captivating features; the clean lines and uncluttered layout allow the beauty of the materials and craftsmanship to shine through. What truly elevates this watch is its remarkable rarity—the 12 diamond hour markers that set it apart from the rest.
Our research indicates that this is not only the first platinum piece of its kind to emerge on the market but also the only one featuring diamond-set hour markers in this specific configuration. Manufactured in 1988 confirmed by the Extract from the Archives, this presents an extraordinary opportunity for collectors to acquire a truly special timepiece. The understated elegance of the design perfectly balances sophistication with practicality, making it a timeless addition to any collection.
Patek Philippe
Swiss | 1839Since its founding in 1839, this famous Geneva-based firm has been surprising its clientele with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking's most prestigious complications. Traditional and conservative designs are found across Patek Philippe's watches made throughout their history — the utmost in understated elegance.Well-known for the Graves Supercomplication — a highly complicated pocket watch that was the world’s most complicated watch for 50 years — this family-owned brand has earned a reputation of excellence around the world. Patek's complicated vintage watches hold the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. For collectors, key models include the reference 1518, the world's first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph, and its successor, the reference 2499. Other famous models include perpetual calendars such as the ref. 1526, ref. 3448 and 3450, chronographs such as the reference 130, 530 and 1463, as well as reference 1436 and 1563 split seconds chronographs. Patek is also well-known for their classically styled, time-only "Calatrava" dress watches, and the "Nautilus," an iconic luxury sports watch first introduced in 1976 as the reference 3700 that is still in production today.
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