Patek Philippe
Reference 5976/1G-001 Nautilus ‘40th Anniversary’ | A limited edition white gold and diamond-set automatic flyback chronograph wristwatch with date and bracelet, Circa 2016
Auction Closed
June 10, 05:33 PM GMT
Estimate
250,000 - 500,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: blue
Caliber: cal. CH 28-520 C automatic, 35 jewels
Movement number: 7’097’872
Case: 18k white gold, sapphire crystal display back
Case number: 6’185’759
Closure: 18k white gold Patek Philippe bracelet with double folding clasp
Size: 44 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm
Signed: case, dial, and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated 7 February 2018 and Attestation
To commemorate what is widely regarded as one of the most iconic luxury sports wristwatches of modern times, Patek Philippe released two limited-edition models celebrating the 40th anniversary of the legendary Nautilus. Both timepieces featured a distinctive dial embossed with “1976–40–2016,” marking four decades of this celebrated design. Among them was the Nautilus reference 5976G, a chronograph with date display, notable for its bold 44mm white gold case—earning it the nickname "Tombstone." It remains the largest case ever introduced in the Nautilus collection, setting it apart as a true statement piece.
This bold case size sets the reference apart, but it’s the dial that truly captures the imagination of Patek Philippe connoisseurs. For the first time, a commemorative date was inscribed on the classic ribbed sunburst blue dial, adding historical depth to its aesthetic appeal. Enhancing its elegance further, the dial is adorned with ten baguette-cut diamond hour markers, totaling approximately 0.29 carats.
Released in 2016 as an unnumbered limited edition of just 1,300 pieces, this commemorative timepiece was offered exclusively to Patek Philippe’s most loyal and supportive clients around the world.