Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 3874 J

Patek Philippe 3874 J Golden Ellipse , Self-winding (18-carat) Yellow Gold

Brand Patek Philippe, Geneva Model Golden Ellipse Retailed by - Reference 3874J Movement Self-winding Year Circa 1980 Calibre 28-255 C, 36 jewels Case 544 560 Materials (18-carat) Yellow gold Bracelet Brown Leather strap Buckle (18-carat) Yellow gold PP Pin-buckle Dimensions 34 mm x 32 mm (approx.) Thickness 6.7 mm (approx.) Length - Weight 54.7 gr (approx.) Signature Dial, case and movement Accessories - The Reference 3874 is highly prized for housing the Calibre 28-255, which is considered one of the finest automatic movements ever produced. While many Golden Ellipse models utilize manual-wind or quartz movements to maintain thinness, the 3874 achieves a slim silhouette while offering the convenience of a world-class automatic engine. Movement: Calibre 28-255 C. This is an ultra-thin, high-performance automatic movement based on the legendary JLC 920 ebauche—the same architecture found in the original "Jumbo" Nautilus (Ref. 3700). Complication: Date aperture at 3 o'clock. Features: Gyromax balance, 36 jewels, and an 18-carat gold central rotor segment. Dial: A rare and sophisticated two-tone "Sigma" dial. It features a central gilt/champagne sunburst zone surrounded by a contrasting cream or white outer track. Indices: Printed black Roman numerals, providing a traditional "Chemin de Fer" (railway) aesthetic. Sigma Markings: The "σ SWISS σ" signature at the 6 o'clock position indicates that the hour markers or dial components are crafted from solid gold.