Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
Shop Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse watches for sale, the elliptical dress collection Patek built around golden ratio proportions in 1968 and still produces today. Cases come in two sizes at just under 6mm thick, in yellow gold, rose gold, white gold, and platinum, on leather straps or hand-polished gold bracelets. Prices typically range from $10,000 to $60,000+. Our watchmakers authenticate every Golden Ellipse, and each one leaves with the WatchGuys 2 Year Warranty. Overnight shipping is available and WatchGuys Buyer Protection covers the purchase.
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About the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
The Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse launched in 1968 as the brand's first new collection since the Calatrava in 1932. Its oval case follows the golden ratio of roughly 1 to 1.618, a proportion used in classical art and architecture, and it remains one of the most recognizable dress watch shapes ever made. At WatchGuys, every pre-owned Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse is inspected and authenticated by our watchmakers before it is listed.
Which Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse References Are Available?
Golden Ellipse 5738/1R-001: The 34.5mm x 39.5mm Golden Ellipse in 18k rose gold on a hand-finished rose gold bracelet, paired with a black sunburst dial. Released for the collection's 50th anniversary in 2018, it is the most sought-after modern reference.
Golden Ellipse 5738/51G-001: The same case in 18k white gold with a hand-engraved dial decorated with arabesques and volutes, a showcase of Patek's rare handcraft work.
Golden Ellipse 5738R and 5738P: Rose gold and platinum versions on leather straps, powered by the ultra-thin self-winding caliber 240 with its micro-rotor.
Vintage Golden Ellipse: Earlier references such as the 3548 and 3738 offer the same design in smaller cases and are the entry point to the collection.
For more precious metal options, browse our Gold Patek Philippe Watches.
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse Price
Pre-owned Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse prices typically range from about $10,000 to $90,000+. Vintage references usually sit between $10,000 and $25,000. Modern 5738 models on leather straps generally trade from $25,000 to $40,000. Bracelet and hand-engraved dial versions like the 5738/1R and 5738/51G sit at the top of the range, typically $75,000 to $90,000+.
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse vs. Gondolo
Both are Patek's shaped dress watches. The Golden Ellipse uses one oval case based on the golden ratio, while the Patek Philippe Gondolo uses rectangular, tonneau, and cushion cases with an Art Deco feel. For a round alternative, see the Patek Philippe Calatrava, or explore every model in our Patek Philippe Watches collection.
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Every pre-owned Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse for sale at WatchGuys is verified in house, priced fairly, and shipped fully insured from our downtown Los Angeles showroom.
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Our watchmakers inspect and verify the case, movement, dial, and bracelet or strap of every Patek Philippe before it is listed.
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Every watch is covered by the WatchGuys 2 Year Warranty on the movement and timekeeping.
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Fully insured overnight shipping with signature confirmation on every order.
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WatchGuys Buyer Protection covers your purchase so the watch you receive matches exactly what was described.
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Each listing states condition, service history, and included box and papers, with real photos of the exact watch.
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We price every Golden Ellipse against live pre-owned market data, so you pay a fair number on every piece.
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Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse FAQ
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Pre-owned Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse watches typically range from about $10,000 for vintage references to $90,000+ for bracelet and hand-engraved models like the 5738/1R and 5738/51G. Modern 5738 models on straps usually sell for $25,000 to $40,000.
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The case is shaped around the golden ratio, a proportion of about 1 to 1.618 found in classical art, architecture, and nature. Patek used it to create an oval that looks balanced from every angle.
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The current 5738 measures 34.5mm x 39.5mm and is just under 6mm thick. Vintage Golden Ellipse references are smaller and wear closer to a classic 1970s dress watch.
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The modern 5738 uses the caliber 240, an ultra-thin automatic movement with an offset 22k gold micro-rotor. It keeps the case slim enough to slide under a dress shirt cuff.
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The Golden Ellipse is bought for design rather than speculation, but bracelet references like the 5738/1R and special dials like the 5738/51G have held value well because Patek makes them in small numbers.
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