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∑ 118. Patek Philippe A fine and rare platinum and sapphire-set wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and date 百達翡麗,精細及罕有,鉑金鑲藍寶石,自動上弦腕錶,配中心 秒針及日曆顯示,型號3998,1995年製 Manufacturer Year Patek Philippe 1995 Reference No. Movement No. Case No. Material Calibre 3998 3’001’435 2’968’804 Platinum and sapphires Automatic, 315 SC, 30 jewels Bracelet/Strap Black Patek Philippe crocodile leather strap Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe Henri Stern buckle stamped PPC Dimensions 34 mm. diameter Signed Case, dial and movement signed Accessories With Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with ivory-white dial and sapphires and its subsequent sale on 27 July 1996, fitted presentation box and outer packaging. Reference 3998 is seldom found in platinum and examples fitted with sapphire numerals are hardly ever seen at all. The present watch, fitted with both of these attributes, is completely confirmed by the Extract from the Archives, and is offered in excellent overall condition. Estimate HKD 150,000-250,000 USD 18,500-32,000 HK WATCHES_NOV15_2-165_bl.indd 136 22/10/15 09:33