Patek Philippe Ellipse Ref. 3931
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1986
Maker / issuer
Patek PhilippeThis Patek Philippe Ellipse, reference 3931, is a men's quartz-powered wristwatch dating to 1986. The timepiece is constructed with a stainless steel case measuring 30mm by 34mm, featuring a distinctive oval shape.
It is equipped with an in-house Patek E23-C quartz movement. The watch displays a white porcelain dial that includes a co-signed retailer mark for Beyer and a date aperture at the three o'clock position. The dial layout utilizes Roman numerals and an outer railway minute track. The watch is fitted with its original crocodile leather strap and a stainless steel Patek Philippe buckle. The object is accompanied by an 'Extract From The Archive' issued by the manufacturer.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Dial
- White porcelain with Beyer signature
- Type
- Quartz wristwatch
- Brand
- Patek Philippe
- Model
- 3931
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Movement
- Patek E23-C
- Dimensions
- 30mm x 34mm
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Patek Philippe
- Year of manufacture
- 1986
Design
- Case and Dial
- The watch is housed in a stainless steel case measuring 30mm by 34mm, which incorporates a textured bezel. The sapphire crystal is reported to be free of blemishes, and the case itself shows minimal wear. The original crown is signed with the Patek Philippe branding. The dial is rendered in white porcelain and features a co-signed 'Beyer' mark. It is configured with an outer railway-style minute track and black Roman numeral indices. A date aperture is situated at the three o'clock position, and the hands are in original condition.
- Visible features
- • Case features a textured bezel • Date window located at the 3 o'clock position • Beyer retailer signature present on the dial • Signed Patek Philippe crown
- Movement and Accessories
- The timepiece is operated by the Patek Philippe E23-C quartz movement, which is produced in-house by the manufacturer. The auction description reports that the watch is currently keeping time and functioning as intended. The watch is accompanied by an 'Extract From The Archive' documentation. It is secured to the wrist via an original Patek Philippe crocodile leather strap and a signed stainless steel buckle.
- Provenance and Condition
- The provided documentation identifies the watch as a 1986 manufacture. The auction description reports that the piece remains in fully original condition, noting that the service history beyond its current status is unknown to the vendor. The watch is identified by the stock number PP3931SSB and includes specific serial ranges as provided in the manufacturer's registry information. The auction description reports that the watch is keeping time and running flawlessly, extended service history is unknown.
Identification
- Reference
- 3931
- Serial number
- 1.58X.XXX/2.83X.XXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Extended service history is unknown
- Research required: The exact serial number is partially obscured in the source data