Patek Philippe Calatrava 3960

Ref. 3960A fine and rare limited edition yellow gold wristwatch with small seconds, Breguet numerals, officer-style hinged caseback and presentation box, made to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Patek Philippe

Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Year: 1989 Reference No: 3960 Movement No: 768’337 Case No: 4’365’626 Model Name: Officier Material: 18K yellow gold Calibre: Manual, cal. 215 PS, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile Clasp/Buckle: 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions: 33mm diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed Accessories: Accompanied by Patek Philippe instruction manual, product literature, medallion, leather folio, outer packaging and fitted presentation box. Further delivered with a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the date of manufacture of the present timepiece in 1989 and its subsequent date of sale on 22nd June 1989.Released as a limited edition series, the Patek Philippe ref. 3960 was among one of the references launched together with the legendary Caliber 89 to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the firm. Introduced in various metals including 2,000 examples in yellow gold, 150 examples in white gold and 50 examples in platinum, the ref. 3960 was arguably the most sought after model from the commemorative series. Encased in a beautiful and classic 33mm diameter officer-style case, the white lacquer dial adorned with Breguet numerals creates the perfect harmony with the sentimentally engraved hinged caseback inscribed with the firm’s commemoration dates. The present example Patek Philippe ref. 3960 in yellow gold is offered in excellent overall condition and is further delivered with a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming its date of manufacture of the present timepiece in 1989, this charming example will surely be remembered as one of most elegant commemorative timepieces manufactured by Patek Philippe.