Patek Philippe
Reference 4700/153 Nautilus | A white gold, emerald, and diamond-set wristwatch with date and bracelet, Made in 2001
Auction Closed
June 15, 08:08 PM GMT
Estimate
25,000 - 50,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: silvered, emerald and diamond-set
Caliber: cal. E19 C quartz, 7 jewels
Movement number: 3'160'377
Case: 18k white gold and diamond-set, case back secured by four screws
Case number: 4'126'198
Closure: 18k white gold Patek Philippe double folding clasp
Size: 26 mm diameter, bracelet circumference is approximately 155 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming date of manufacture in 2001 and date of sale on December 6th, 2001
Weight: approximately 94.36 g
The Patek Philippe Nautilus Reference 4700/153 presents a refined and luxurious interpretation of the mid‑size Nautilus, crafted in 18k white gold and elevated by its factory diamond‑set bezel. Made in 2001, this example reflects the elegant proportions and integrated bracelet design that define the Nautilus lineage, while the precious‑metal construction and gem‑setting introduce a more formal, jewelry‑oriented character to Gérald Genta’s iconic sports‑chic silhouette.
The model’s clean dial layout, paired with the practical date display, maintains the understated functionality of the Nautilus family. White‑gold, diamond‑set variants of the 4700 series were produced in notably small numbers, and examples such as the present watch remain sought after for their balance of everyday wearability and elevated finishing. As interest in precious‑metal and gem‑set Nautilus references continues to grow, the 4700/153 stands out as a sophisticated expression of design‑driven watchmaking within Patek Philippe’s early‑2000s catalogue.