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Patek Philippe Nautilus Original
Reference 3700 · Stainless Steel
The lowest current ask for the Patek Philippe Nautilus Original (ref. 3700) is $110,000 at Material Good. The auction record is $252,000 (Phillips Geneva, 2024). Updated October 2, 2026. View lowest ask →
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About this reference
The Patek Philippe Nautilus reference 3700/1A was produced from 1976 until approximately 1990. Collectors prioritize this reference as the original "Jumbo" model designed by Gérald Genta, featuring a two-part monobloc case construction with a water resistance rating of 120 meters. It utilizes the ultra-thin automatic Caliber 28-255 C, based on the Jaeger-LeCoultre 920 movement. Key technical details include the 40mm diameter, a date function without a central seconds hand, and a tritium-luminous horizontal grooved dial. Current secondary market valuations typically fall within the $120,000 to $180,000 range, though exceptional examples exceed these figures. A notable production variant is the "Albino" prototype with a white dial, while early "Series A" models are specifically sought after for their integrated bracelets featuring the "Gay Frères" maker's mark, distinguishing them from later production runs.
Auction track record
1 documented sale since 2024. Top hammer $252,000 at Phillips Geneva in 2024. Median hammer: $252,000.
Ranks #90 of 94 Patek Philippe auction lots we track — see all Patek Philippe records.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 3700/1AJ
Ref. 3700/ · 18k Yellow Gold
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*One Owner* 1978 Patek Philippe Nautilus "Jumbo" (Ref. 3700/
Ref. 3700/1 · Stainless Steel
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1980 Patek Philippe Nautilus "Jumbo" (Ref. 3700/1J) 18K YG W
Ref. 3700/1J · Stainless Steel
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Nautilus 3700/001 | "Jumbo" | Steel
Ref. 3700/001 · Stainless Steel
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Jumbo' | REF. 3700 | Stainless Stee
Ref. 3700 · Stainless Steel
€87k
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Jumbo' | REF. 3700-11AJ | Stainless
Ref. 3700- · 18k Yellow Gold
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Patek Philippe Jumbo Nautilus Ref 3700 Steel and Gold with O
Ref. 3700 · 18k Yellow Gold
€60k
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Jumbo' | REF. 3700/1 | 42mm | Stain
Ref. 3700/1 · 18k Yellow Gold
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| Lot | Year | Hammer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3700/1A · Nautilus 'Jumbo' Original | 2024 | $252,000 | Phillips Geneva |