Patek PhilippeNautilus, Reference 3800A yellow gold and diamond-set bracelet watch with date, Made in 1983百達翡麗Nautilus 型號3800黃金鑲鑽石鏈帶腕錶，備日期顯示，1983年製Dial: blueCalibre: cal. 335 SC automatic, 29 jewelsMovement number: 1'421'272Case: 18k yellow goldCase number: 2'801'771Closure: 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet and folding claspSize: 37.5 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 185 mmSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1983 and its subsequent sale on 25th May 1983附帶後補資料庫精粹品相: The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. All functions are working properly. All diamonds are nice and intact. The crystal with surface wear at 1 and 6 o'clock visible with the naked eye. The watch has been slightly polished in previous servicing. The case with minor surface wear towards the band at 9 o'clock. Otherwise the watch is in good overall condition with the case back retaining the service sticker. The bracelet is slightly stretched and with light surface wear. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue. "In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."拍卖专文: A few years after the launch of the first Nautilus reference 3700, Patek Philippe decided to upgrade the collection to reference 3800 with center seconds for better legibility. Produced between 1981 and 2006, the current example made in 1983 is one of the earlier watches to leave the Patek Philippe factory. Always known for the stainless steel examples, the full gold Nautilus variants have always been under the radar in terms of popularity but in fact, they are the true definition of a luxury sports watch. Furthermore, the indexes, bezel and center bracelet links are lavishly adorned with 474 8/8 diamonds weighing approximately 2.37 carats in total, elevating the beauty to another level.