Why This Watch Matters Ellipse shape, hobnail textured bezel, and white porcelain dial with Roman numerals? Say less. The Full Story The minimalist aesthetics of the Golden Ellipse's oval-shaped case with simple baton hour markers and hands have been in the company's collection since 1968. The design is said to be based on the Golden Ratio derived by ancient Greek mathematicians. No wonder we're immediately drawn to it. To those who view Patek Philippe through a Nautilus and Aquanaut dominated Instagram feed, the old-world charm of the Ellipse will no doubt come as a change of pace. This oval-shaped super elegant dress watch shares a lot in common with the likes of the classic Calatrava, especially this reference 3989. A clous de Paris hobnail bezel adds to the Patek Philippe-ness, and here it injects timeless glamour into an unusually shaped yet impossibly refined dress watch. The dial is described in period literature by Patek as "fond blanc porcelaine, heuers romaine" or "white porcelain, Roman hours" which is an interesting departure from the classic blued gold Ellipse dial finish but on-par in terms of quality and painstaking manufacturing. The result is stunning in person. Reserve it for formal occasions like royalty, or rock it with confidence like Drake, a noted fan of the Ellipse, dress watches don’t come much more sophisticated than the Ellipse. The Fine Print Maker: Patek PhilippeModel: EllipseReference: 3989Year: 1980sCase No: 2852136Movement No: 1813945Material: 18k yellow goldDimensions: 29mm width x 33.5mm height; 6mm thicknessCrystal: SapphireLume: NoneCaliber: Patek Philippe, manually-wound, caliber 215 PSBracelet/Strap: Black alligator leather strap with 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckleLug Width: N/ABox/Papers: No What We Love And What You Should Know Things We Love: - White porcelain dial- Roman numerals- Classic Ellipse shape Things To Know: - Scratches on case This Patek Philippe is overall in very good condition. The recently polished case is strong with scratches and correct brushed finishes. The nine o'clock side of the case has some more noticeable scratches and nicks. The dial and hands are in great condition and have developed a light patina. The Patek Philippe buckle is in 18k yellow gold and signed on the back. The dial, case, crown, movement, and buckle are all signed by Patek Philippe. This watch was photographed on a 145mm/5.5inch wrist. *NOTE: Please be aware that this watch comes with an authentic alligator leather strap. If the watch is shipped to any international destination, we will not be able to send the lizard strap with it due to laws regarding the sale and shipment of exotic leather goods.
