A Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 Leads Christie’s Hong Kong Important Watches: “The Collectibles” Part 2 Auction
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Founded in 1839 in Canton of Geneva, Patek Philippe is regarded as one of the oldest and most prestigious Swiss watch companies in the world. Worn by celebrities and royalty alike, Patek Philippe’s watches are some of the highest fetching watches at auctions houses, and wait time for popular models like the Nautilus can take years. The brand’s famous slogan from 1996 beautifully sums up why Patek Philippe watches are held in such high regard — "You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation." Patek Philippe is also one of the first companies to establish collaborations between watch brands and luxury brands. Tiffany & Co. began carrying Patek Philippe watches as early as 1851, and you can still find Tiffany & Co.-stamped Patek Philippe watch dials in circulation.
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Achieving a grand sale of around $24 million USD
Featuring a diverse lineup of wristwatches and rare desk clocks.
The first new range produced by the Swiss watchmaker in 25 years.
Including an ultra-rare Rolex Day-Date, a custom Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, Patek Philippe Nautilus and more.
Showcasing a sophsticated openworked dial.
Featuring rare and screen-worn pieces spanning the likes of Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Panerai.
The New York sale includes highly-coveted models from Richard Mille, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, F.P.Journe and more.
With Patek Philippe’s Ref. 6301A-010 contributing more than half of the total amount.
From vintage Cartier and Piaget timepieces to astronomical Jacob & Co. and Patek Philippe watches.
Featuring a Grand Feu hand-guillochéd dial in a swirling flinqué enamel pattern.
Featuring rare and important timepieces from the likes of F.P. Journe, Hajime Asaoke and Philippe Dufour.
Spotlighting noteworthy timekeepers from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, A. Lange & Söhne and Hermès.
