Serviced by Patek Philippe in June 2026, this is the highly coveted yellow gold 'pre Aquanaut' ref. 5060J.

The very first of its kind, introduced in 1996 as a limited pre-series ahead of the steel 5060A, it took the sporty DNA of the Nautilus and gave it a younger, edgier quality, and breathed new life in to the entire Patek collection.

Cased in 18-carat yellow gold, this rare 35.6mm Aquanaut features the instantly recognisable rounded-octagonal bezel. The deep black lacquer dial is uniquely appointed with applied Roman numerals, gilt minute track, and luminous feuille hands, details found only on this first reference. Complemented by the black alligator Patek strap, with its folding yellow gold Calatrava clasp, powered by Patek's self-winding calibre 330 SC.

Presented with its Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming its UK sale in September 1999, and service papers. Under official Patek service warranty for two years