161 Patek Philippe Precious and Absolutely Collectible, Quantieme Perpetual Moon Phases Wristwatch, in White Gold, With Extract from the Archives, Reference 3940

Estimate: €27,000 –⁠ 50,000

Model: Quantieme Perpetuel
Reference: 3940
Case Material: White Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 2004
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 240Q
Case N°: 4246108
Movement N°: 3126669
Dimensions: 36 mm
Signed: Dial, Case and Movement
Accessories: Extract from the Archives

Reference 3940 has been one of the longest ever produced models by Patek since it started in 1984 when it replaced the existing perpetual calendar reference 3450 until approximately 2007 when it was substituted by the 5140. At that time, it was the slimmest automatic perpetual calendar wristwatch ever produced and its stepped tonneau-style case immediately became iconic among watches’ lovers. Featuring a circular-shaped case, reference 3940 had a decidedly more “modern” and less angular appearance than its predecessor and has always been considered as the quintessential perpetual calendar with moon phases and distinguished by its timeless elegance but the lot here offered is absolutely remarkable for its qualities and features. An instant classic, the reference was cased predominantly in yellow gold, as well as pink gold, white gold and very rarely in platinum. The specimen here offered has been manufactured in 2004 with a white gold stepped case, nicely preserved. The dial has the configuration with sunken subsidiary dials, quarter division for the leap year and shows no evident signs of use. Sold with its extract from the archives, this absolutely exceptional 3940 in white gold has a massively high level of desirability and exclusivity for collectors and lovers.