3111 - PATEK PHILIPPE · GOLDEN ELLIPSE

PATEK PHILIPPE · GOLDEN ELLIPSE Ref. 3748/1 · 1980 · 18K yellow gold · 27 × 32 mm A Patek Philippe from Patek Philippe itself: For decades, the manufacture honored long-serving employees with watches from its own collection. In 1981, Roger Brunner, an electronics engineer who had been with Patek Philippe for 25 years, received this Golden Ellipse—featuring a cobalt-blue dial, a supple gold bracelet, and a personal dedication. The engraving is even noted in the manufacturer’s archives. A man who dedicated himself to the future of timekeeping was honored with a mechanical classic. A truly personal piece of Patek history. Weight: 76.4 g · Case number: 546922 · Movement number: 1332905 Case: The classic elliptical shape in yellow gold with a narrow polished bezel and sapphire crystal. Engraved caseback with a dedication from Patek Philippe to Roger Brunner for 25 years of collaboration with Patek Philippe, 1956–1981. Dial: Cobalt blue with a vibrant sunburst finish, slender gold hour markers, and gold hands. Subtle Sigma signature at 6 o’clock. Movement: Hand-wound, Patek Philippe Caliber 215 with Gyromax balance wheel and Geneva Seal Functions: Two-hand watch Bracelet: Integrated Patek Philippe braided bracelet in 18K yellow gold; wrist circumference approx. 165 mm Clasp: Patek Philippe folding clasp in 18K yellow gold with Calatrava cross Box: Yes – Patek Philippe leather case · Papers: Yes – Archive extract from 2026, confirming manufacture in 1980 and sale in 1981; anniversary engraving noted · Accessories: Folder containing the archive extract Condition: Very well preserved with fine signs of wear and a subtle gold patina on the bracelet. Dial well-maintained; anniversary engraving clearly legible. Condition: *