Patek Philippe Ellipse, Hobnail Bezel, Yellow Gold

Brand

Patek Philippe

Reference

3987

Functions

Hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds

Case material

18K Yellow Gold

Case dimensions

27mm x 32mm

Movement

Manual wind. Cal. 215.

Strap / Buckle

Patek Philippe leather strap, Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold Ellipse buckle

Period

Circa 1980s

Box / Papers

Watch only

A Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref. 3987 crafted in 18k yellow gold, distinguished by its elegant hobnail bezel. Its oval case measures 27 x 32mm and features a snap‑on back and hidden lugs. The dial is white with Roman numeral hour markers and a subsidiary seconds dial above 6 o’clock. Manual winding, powered by Calibre 215.

There is some patina is present on the caseback where the original Patek sticker once was, indicating the watch has been left unworn for some time. We’ve chosen to leave it undisturbed, though it can be easily removed if desired. This example is fitted on a Patek Philippe leather strap with 18k yellow gold Ellipse buckle. Circa 1980s.