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Patek Philippe

Ref. 5976/1G-001

Nautilus Chronograph 40th Anniversary

A brand new, very rare, and highly attractive limited edition white gold chronograph wristwatch with baguette diamond-set dial, date, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box, made to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the Patek Philippe Nautilus

Estimate
$150,000 - 300,000
$381,000
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Patek Philippe
Year
2017
Reference No
5976/1G-001
Movement No
7’019’852
Case No
6’160’695
Model Name
Nautilus Chronograph 40th Anniversary
Material
18K white gold and diamonds
Calibre
Automatic, cal. CH 28-520 C, 35 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
18K white gold Patek Philippe bracelet
Clasp/Buckle
18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp
Dimensions
44mm Diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.
Accessories
Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated January 10th, 2017, anniversary Attestation, cork fitted presentation box, setting pin, leather envelope with product literature, and outer packaging.
Catalogue Essay
Patek Philippe’s Nautilus model is one of the most iconic and cherished luxury wristwatches of all time, and to celebrate the model’s 40th anniversary, the manufacture launched two limited edition Nautilus models fitted with special dials embossed with ‘1976-40-2016’. The reference 5976 was among them, featuring a chronograph, date, and diamond-set hour markers – housed within an enlarged case. The 44mm diameter case was the largest in the Nautilus family, and combined with the commemorative dial, the reference is one of their most unique.

The Nautilus has been an integral and important part of Patek Philippe’s production, and the present 5976 model resembles the earlier reference 5980, which was released in 2006 as part of the brand’s 30th anniversary celebration of the model. Powered by the same caliber CH 28-520 C as found in the reference 5980, the reference 5976 shares the same case thickness, though with its larger case diameter, wears thinner and very comfortably on the wrist. The baguette diamond hour markers tastefully embellish the dial, adding a luxurious touch to this impressive watch.

The reference was produced in a limited edition of 1300 unnumbered examples, and was released alongside the platinum reference 5711/1P with similarly embossed dial and baguette diamond hour markers. Both models were offered to Patek Philippe’s most loyal and supportive clientele. Offered by the original owner, the present example is a truly rare find in brand new, unworn condition complete with all of its original accessories and the prized cork presentation box. It is a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of the most impressive and important Nautilus models manufactured by Patek Philippe.

PROPERTY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

Patek Philippe

Swiss | 1839
Since 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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