Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse Porcelain dial in 18k yellow gold ref 3844J, early 1970

Dealer description — Bulang & Sons

Two thousand years ago, Euclid identified an enduring principle of aesthetic proportion known as the Golden Section. So perfect are its proportions that the Renaissance mathematician Luca Pacioli later named it De Divina Proportione —the ratio of 1 to 1.618, defining the precise point at which a line may be divided into two harmonious yet unequal lengths. Almost sixty years ago, Patek Philippe embraced this same principle of balance and elegance in the creation of the Golden Ellipse, a design that remains entirely unique within the brand’s portfolio. Presented here is a “TV-shaped” Golden Ellipse, reference 3844, crafted in 18k yellow gold. Measuring 33 x 33 mm, the case features short, elegant lugs and a discreet winding crown, resulting in a refined and perfectly balanced presence on the wrist. The porcelain dial is rich in detail and character. It features a delicate dotted - applied minute track, raised black enamel Patek Philippe signature, and sigma markings at six o’clock, indicating that the applied hour markers and sharp dauphine hands are executed in solid gold. Together, these elements create a dial of remarkable depth and quiet sophistication. The watch is paired with a beautiful Bulang & Sons leather strap . Both the watch and its hand-wound Caliber 215 have been fully serviced by our watchmaker, ensuring reliable performance for years to come. A watch guided not by trends, but by timeless proportion. An effortlessly cool dress watch — ready to be wrapped around your wrist. Specifications: Patek Philippe Reference 3844 Golden Ellipse 18K yellow gold case 33 x 33 mm (measured without the lugs) Rare Porcelain dial with no-lume, sigma markings ,“dot dot” minute track Dauphine hands Caliber 215 hand-wound movement Movement no 133xxxx case no case no 278xxxx dating to the early 1970's Bulang and sons leather strap Fully serviced by our watchmaker