November 2023 was the month of the diamond in Genevan watch manufacturer, Patek Philippe’s house. The latest Patek Philippe women’s (and unisex) timepieces are snowed under with diamonds and other precious gemstones, although the sporty design of the collections remains evident.
The new sparkly era of the Aquanaut and the Nautilus is here. And it’s arrived just in time for Christmas.
Patek Philippe Aquanaut
First launched in 1997, the Patek Philippe Aquanaut collection is described by the brand as “modern, sporty and chic”. In November 2023, the brand created two new Patek Philippe women’s watches that “embrace the modern, casual chic style of the Aquanaut collection”. But, if you ask us, there’s nothing casual about this pair.
Patek fans get a choice of two Haute Joaillerie versions, crafted in rose gold and encrusted with a rainbow of sapphires and diamonds. One of the greatest achievements here is the ability to cram in so many diamonds while still making the timepiece look elegant –warranting a ‘more is more’ approach. The rainbow shades bring fun to this collection, although aren’t ground-breaking. We’ve seen the rainbow trend embraced in the Rolex Daytona Rainbow, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold Double Balance Wheel Openworked, and the Royal Oak Music Edition.
The new collection is something of a union between the Aquanaut Luce and the minute repeater complication. It has a self-winding movement that chimes on demand, using two classic gongs.
It might be called Aquanaut, but these Patek Philippe watches aren’t waterproof. That shouldn’t matter too much, though – would anyone be tempted to take a dip with this much bling on their wrist? Overall, these are stunning and eye-catching watches. Just don’t expect to wear one without a mixed bag of comments from friends and strangers.
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5260/355R
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Introducing the first Aquanaut Luce minute repeater. It features 52 multi-coloured baguette-cut sapphires (3.19 cts), 112 baguette-cut diamonds (7.31 cts) and 160 brilliant-cut diamonds (0.72 cts). Casual? No. Chic? Yes.
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: R 27
- Dial: Baguette-cut diamonds
- Hour markers: Sapphire
- Case: Rose gold, 38.8mm
- 3 straps: Matte beige, matte white and red
Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5260/1455R
The first Grand Complication in Patek Philippe’s contemporary casual line for women, Aquanaut Luce. You’ll find 130 baguette-cut diamonds (8.66 cts) on the dial and 779 multicoloured baguette-cut sapphires (45.05 cts) forming a rainbow on the bezel, case sides and bracelet.
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: R 27
- Dial: Baguette-cut diamonds
- Hour markers: Sapphire
- Case: Rose gold, 38.8mm
- Strap: Rose gold with multi-coloured baguette-cut sapphires
Patek Philippe Nautilus
This year’s Patek releases include three new Nautilus Haute Joaillerie line models. Continuing the collection’s “sporting elegance” theme, the latest timepieces reject what you know about the use of diamonds. They showcase a unique “snow” setting, for an unapologetic cluster of diamonds with blue sapphires (7118/1451G), rubies (7118/1452G) or emeralds (7118/1453G).
More new releases for November 2023 include two Patek Phillipe women’s watches for the Nautilus line in rose gold and purple combinations. The manufacturer has stayed true to its wave pattern dial typical of this collection, but this time it’s a rich, royal purple hue.
At 32mm, the case is smaller than many people would like, and there have been (as expected) complaints about the use of quartz. However, occasionally, Patek uses quartz to comply with their strict quality standards. It might also be an effort to keep the price tag in check. A little.
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1451G
A new white gold Haute Joaillerie version of the Nautilus ladies’ watch, complete with no less than 1,500 brilliant-cut diamonds (6.53 cts) and 876 blue sapphires (6.58 cts).
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: 26-330 S
- Dial: Paved with diamonds
- Hour markers: Sapphire
- Case: White gold, paved with diamonds and sapphires, 35.2mm
- Strap: White gold with diamonds and sapphires
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1452G
Another new white gold ladies’ Nautilus Haute Joaillerie, released in 2023 with 1,500 brilliant-cut diamonds (6.53 cts) and 876 rubies (6.58 cts).
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: 26-330 S
- Dial: Paved with diamonds
- Hour markers: Rubies
- Case: White gold, paved with diamonds and rubies, 35.2mm
- Strap: White gold with diamonds and rubies
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1453G
Haute Joaillerie meets an elegant sports design, not to mention 1,500 brilliant-cut diamonds (6.53 cts) and 876 emeralds (3.68 cts).
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: 26-330 S
- Dial: Paved with diamonds
- Hour markers: Emeralds
- Case: White gold, paved with diamonds and emeralds, 35.2mm
- Strap: White gold with diamonds and emeralds
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010R
This new Patek release is a reinterpretation of the ladies’ Nautilus quartz model with a 32mm porthole-inspired case. A cool fabric strap makes this timepiece deserving of the “sporty” label, while the purple shade and 46 brilliant-cut diamonds (0.8 ct) that pave the bezel bring glamour.
- Movement: Quartz
- Calibre: E 23-250 S C
- Dial: Lacquered purple
- Hour markers: Ogival-shaped
- Case: Rose gold, 32mm
- Strap: Composite material
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R
Introducing the new version of the Nautilus ladies’ watch with a quartz movement and 46 brilliant-cut diamonds (0.8 ct) that frame a wavy purple dial.
- Movement: Quartz
- Calibre: E 23-250 S C
- Dial: Lacquered purple
- Hour markers: Ogival-shaped
- Case: Rose gold, 32mm
- Strap: Rose gold
Special Edition: A Tribute to Philippe Stern
An honourary mention of this year’s Patek Philippe watches goes to the limited edition watch that celebrates Philippe Stern’s 85th birthday. The Stern family has owned Patek Philippe since 1932, and Philippe Stern took the company president seat from 1993 until 2009. His son, Thierry, created this watch to honour both Philippe’s birthday and his contribution to horology.
The new Minute Repeater Alarm Ref. 1938P features a white and grey portrait of Philippe Stern on the dial, and the inscription A mon père, 85 ans de passion horlogère (To my father, 85 years of watchmaking passion) on the case.
The watch combines a minute repeater and an alarm that chimes on the same two gongs. This presented a huge technical challenge that had to be overcome by adding 227 new components and filing four new patents.
- Movement: Self-winding
- Calibre: R AL 27 PS
- Dial: Grand Feu black enamel with a portrait of Philippe Stern
- Hour markers: Gold
- Case: Platinum, sapphire crystal case back
Strap: Alligator leather
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