Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 3738/100R

Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 3738/100R Brown Dial 18k RG

Released in 1970, two years after the introduction of the Ellipse collection to Patek's roster, the Golden Ellipse collection featured a larger and more prominent case design that coincided with the evolution of style occurring at the time as watches slowly began to grow out of the dainty cases they had been kept within. Produced from 1978 until 2009 and offered in multiple dial colors, materials and configurations, the ref. 3738 was, and still is, a naturally varied timepiece that speaks to just as wide a diaspora of collectors today as it did back in the day. Offered with a brown sunburst dial, the ref. 3738 that we have here features only rose gold in its hands and baton hour markers, which match the 18kt rose gold case that they find themselves within. Fitted with one of the thinnest automatic movements on the market at the time, the cal. 240, the ref. 3738 boasts a wonderfully thin and easily wearable profile to compound upon its classy aesthetic and operate as a splendid dress watch today, just as it did in the 1970s. THE DIAL Boasting a gorgeous brown dial with only 18kt yellow gold dial furniture, this Golden Ellipse features an understated dial that feeds into the collection's ethos as a fine dress watch. THE CONSTRUCTION Featuring case proportions inspired by the ancient Greek “golden ratio" of 1:1.6181, the Golden Ellipse is a beautifully balanced timepiece that sits on the wrist with a delightful poise and elegance. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.