Patek Philippe 3998 Calatrava 1995

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3998 – The Modern Classic in Yellow Gold from 1995

The Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3998 embodies everything that defines the maison's design philosophy: restrained elegance, perfect proportions, and uncompromising craftsmanship.

Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the beautifully proportioned 34 mm case features gently downturned lugs and the timeless simplicity that has made the Calatrava one of the most admired dress watches ever created. The untouched silver Sigma dial is a lesson in balance, combining a small seconds display at six o'clock with elegant dauphine hands and slender applied hour markers.

As a Sigma Dial example, the twin sigma symbols flanking "Swiss" at six o'clock indicate that both the hands and applied indexes are crafted from solid gold—a subtle hallmark highly appreciated by collectors.

Inside beats the celebrated Patek Philippe Cal. 315 SC, one of the manufacture's finest automatic movements also used in the famous Nautilus sports model. Beautifully finished and exceptionally reliable, it perfectly complements the elegant character of the Ref. 3998 while offering modern everyday practicality.

Adding further collector appeal, this watch is accompanied by its original Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, issued in April 1997 by the renowned retailer Fratelli Piccini on Florence's famous bridge "Ponte Vecchio". Together with the original document pouch and booklets, it represents a complete and highly desirable package.

Elegant, understated, and effortlessly timeless, the Ref. 3998 is a modern Calatrava classic—combining precious metal craftsmanship, mechanical excellence, and outstanding provenance.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

• excellent overall condition, showing minor traces of wear
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw down case back
  
• 34 mm (without crown) / 40 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 7.5 mm thick
  
• reference: 3998
• Year: manufactured 1995 / sold 1997
• total weight: 56 g

MOVEMENT:

• Patek Philippe Cal. 315 SC - automatic
• 29 jewels, 21600 A/h, 48 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 07/2026
• +2 sec/d / 280°

BOX & PAPERS:

• original Patek Philippe certificate from first purchase in April 1997 at retailer Fratelli Piccini on the famous bridge "Ponte Vecchio" in Florence, Italy
• original Patek Philippe leather document pouch and booklets
• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1677