THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: NINE

THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: NINE 9–10 DECEMBER 2023

THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: NINE 9–10 DECEMBER 2023

Auction & Viewing Location

Sale Designation

432 Park Avenue, New York 10022 Auction

When sending in written bids or making enquiries please refer to this sale as NY080223 or The New York Watch Auction: NINE.

Session 1, lots 1–78 Saturday, 9 December at 10am

Absentee and Telephone Bids

Session 2, lots 79–156 Sunday, 10 December at 10am

Tel +1 212 940 1228 Fax +1 212 940 1749 bidsnewyork@phillips.com

Viewing 6–8 December Wednesday, 10am–5pm Thursday & Friday, 10am–7pm

Advisory Board Jean-Claude Biver Henry Chan Helmut Crott Ike Honigstock Stephen Charles Li David Lou TK Mak Auro Montanari Jason Singer Kenneth Wong

OUR TEAM WATCHES

SENIOR EXECUTIVES

EDWARD DOLMAN Executive Chairman +1 212 940 1241 edolman@phillips.com © Brigitte Lacombe

CHEYENNE WESTPHAL Global Chairwoman +44 20 7318 4044 cwestphal@phillips.com

STEPHEN BROOKS Chief Executive Officer +44 0 20 7318 4046 sbrooks@phillips.com

SENIOR CONSULTANTS

AUREL BACS

LIVIA RUSSO

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Senior Consultant +41 22 317 81 88 lrusso@ phillipsbacsrusso.com

EXECUTIVES

JONATHAN CROCKETT

JEAN-PAUL ENGELEN

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HUGUES JOFFRE

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DEPUTY CHAIRMEN & CHAIRWOMEN

ROBERT MANLEY

PETER SUMNER

MIETY HEIDEN

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JEREMIAH EVARTS

CARY LEIBOWITZ

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Deputy Chairman, Americas, Worldwide Co-Head of Editions +1 212 940 1222 cleibowitz@phillips.com

PAUL BOUTROS

ALEXANDRE GHOTBI

JAMES MARKS

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Americas International Strategy Advisor +1 212 940 1293 pboutros@phillips.com

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Continental Europe and Middle East +41 22 317 81 89 aghotbi@phillips.com

Deputy Chairman, Watches, International Head of Perpetual +44 7760 848 881 jmarks@phillips.com

VANESSA HALLETT

VIVIAN PFEIFFER

MARIANNE HOET

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Deputy Chairman, Americas, Head of Business Development, Americas +1 212 940 1392 vpfeiffer@phillips.com

Deputy Chairwoman, Europe, Senior Specialist, 20th Century & Contemporary Art +32 3257 3026 mhoet@phillips.com

KELLY TROESTER

SCOTT NUSSBAUM

KEVIE YANG

THOMAS PERAZZI

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Deputy Chairman, Americas, Senior International Specialist, 20th Century & Contemporary Art +1 212 940 1354 snussbaum@phillips.com

Deputy Chairwoman, Americas, Senior International Specialist, 20th Century & Contemporary Art +1 212 940 1254 kyang@phillips.com

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Asia +852 2318 2030 thomasperazzi@ phillips.com

BACS & RUSSO

AUREL BACS

LIVIA RUSSO

CLARA KESSI

ATHENA BRAS

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Senior Consultant +41 22 317 81 88 lrusso@ phillipsbacsrusso.com

Client Relations Manager +41 22 317 81 88 ckessi@ phillipsbacsrusso.com

Administrative Assistant +41 22 317 96 65 abras@ phillipsbacsrusso.com

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DIRECTOR

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

DIGITAL MARKETING

MYRIAM CHRISTINAZ

PANSY KU

DIANA ORTEGA

ARTHUR TOUCHOT

LOGAN BAKER

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Head of Strategic Partnership & Events, Watches, Europe +41 22 317 81 87 dortega@phillips.com

International Head of Digital Strategy +41 22 317 96 62 atouchot@phillips.com

Senior Editorial Manager +1 346 445 0068 lbaker@phillips.com

VIRGINIE LIATARD ROESSLI

MARCELLO DE MARCO

EDOARDO BOLLA

CLEMENT FINET

Specialist +41 22 317 81 82 vliatard@phillips.com

Specialist, Business Development Associate +41 22 317 81 81 mdemarco@phillips.com

Associate Specialist +41 79 552 73 68 ebolla@phillips.com

Specialist Perpetual Gstaad +41 79 173 03 45 cfinet@phillips.com

International Business Director +41 22 317 81 84 mchristinaz@phillips.com

GENEVA

ALEXANDRE GHOTBI

TIFFANY TO

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Continental Europe and Middle East +41 22 317 81 89 aghotbi@phillips.com

Head of Sale, Senior International Specialist +41 22 317 96 63 tto@phillips.com

REGIONAL DIRECTOR

NATHALIE MONBARON Regional Director, Business Development Director +41 22 317 81 83 nmonbaron@phillips.com

HONG KONG

THOMAS PERAZZI

JILL CHEN

ZI YONG HO

GERTRUDE WONG

ALVIN LAU

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Asia +852 2318 2030 thomasperazzi@ phillips.com

Head of Watches, Hong Kong +852 2318 2033 jillchen@phillips.com

Co-Head of Sale, International Specialist +852 2318 2032 ziyongho@phillips.com

Co-Head of Sale, Specialist +852 2318 2045 gertrudewong@ phillips.com

Specialist +852 2318 2035 alvinlau@phillips.com

YUNYI XU

LYDIA IP

Cataloguer +852 2318 2074 yunyixu@phillips.com

Cataloguer +852 2318 2015 lydiaIp@phillips.com

TAIWAN

THAILAND

CHINA

TOKYO

GENKI SAKAMOTO

KAZ FUJIMOTO

CINDY YEN

RIKA DILA

DANIEL SUM

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General Manager, Taiwan +886 963 135 449 cyen@phillips.com

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Consultant +852 6887 5110 danielsum@phillips.com

NEW YORK

LONDON

PAUL BOUTROS

DOUG ESCRIBANO

ISABELLA PROIA

JACLYN LI

JAMES MARKS

Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Americas International Strategy Advisor +1 212 940 1293 pboutros@phillips.com

Senior International Specialist +1 212 940 1382 describano@phillips.com

Head of Sale, International Specialist +1 212 940 1285 iproia@phillips.com

Consultant +1 617 697 5030 jli@phillips.com

Deputy Chairman, Watches, International Head of Perpetual +44 7760 848 881 jmarks@phillips.com

CHRISTOPHER YOUÉ Specialist +44 7778 143 563 cyoue@phillips.com

WELCOME

By Paul Boutros and Isabella Proia We are thrilled to present our New York Watch Auction: NINE catalog. The selection of timepieces you will find within these pages is certainly the most diverse we’ve offered since launching auctions here in NY in 2017. They reflect the exquisite taste and long-term passion of our consignors, and the dedication of our international team to hunt the globe for the world’s finest collectors’ watches.

Many of the watches on offer have been treasured by their owners for years—even decades, such as the incredibly wellpreserved Patek Philippe ref. 1518 in pink gold leading our sale.

One of the finest examples known, it was owned and enjoyed by one of our country’s most important wristwatch collectors since he acquired it in the year 2000.

Then there are two pairs of extraordinary watches made by two of the greatest independent watchmakers of the past century—each pair consigned by meticulous collectors who

were drawn to their rarity, originality, and historical importance.

They comprise two George Daniels wristwatches in yellow gold, a Millennium and Anniversary, and two extremely early F.P. Journe watches with matching serial number 043. All of them preserved in incredible condition.

Alongside these classic timepieces, our offering includes a selection of watches that look toward watchmaking’s future.

Kicking off our Sunday session is the unique Casio G-Shock 40th Anniversary Dream Project 2, the result of groundbreaking AI-assisted design that achieved a full-metal shock resistant case and bracelet in 18-karat yellow gold.

We sincerely thank the consignors who have entrusted us with their watches and/or collections, and we look forward to welcoming you at one of our global exhibitions, and at the auction on December 9th and 10th in New York City.

Paul Boutros and Isabella Proia

THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: NINE SESSION 1 9 DECEMBER 2023, 10AM LOTS 1–78

1.

S.U.F. HELSINKI — A notable and interesting stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with blue dial and unidirectional rotating bezel

Manufacturer

S.U.F. Helsinki

Year

2017

Reference No. V1.001 Case No. No. 19 of 26 Model Name Vetehinen “Blue” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 3901A, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $2,000–4,000 • €1,900–3,800 Accessories Accompanied by S.U.F. leather slip case.

Embodying the spirit of sisu, a uniquely Finnish cultural conception and collective identity typified by a distinct “strength of will, determination, perseverance, and acting rationally in the face of adversity,” S.U.F. Helsinki was founded

by Stepan Sarpaneva as a more rugged complement to his namesake brand. The Vetehinen represents Sarpaneva’s first dive watch, named after a WWII Finnish submarine, known for its daredevil feats in defiance of Axis forces. The submarine, and therefore the watch, draws inspiration from the Finnish mythological creature Vetehinen, who appears as a male water demon with moss and seaweed forming its beard. He is sometimes friendly and sometimes malevolent, and closely resembles a merman.

Finland is omnipresent in the watch, from the watchmaker who conceptualized it, the dial manufactured by fellow Finn Kari Voutilainen, the historical background of the name of the watch, and even the steel itself, mined by a Finnish company and forged in Helsinki, capital of Finland. Offered as a limited edition of 26 pieces in each dial color, the present watch is numbered 19. According to SUF’s website, even the automatic caliber based on an Eterna movement is significant as Eterna was one of the first Swiss watchmakers to recruit Finnish watchmakers.

A unidirectional bezel, Comblémine-manufactured blue sunburst dial, Super-LumiNova illuminated steel hands, and a water-resistance rating to 30 ATM, the present Vetehinen is a simple yet effective homage to the aquatic history of Finland and dive watches.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

2.

NAOYA HIDA & CO. — A rare, attractive, and refined stainless steel wristwatch with small seconds, hand-engraved Breguet numerals, certificate, and presentation case

Manufacturer

Naoya Hida & Co.

Year

2022

Reference No. Type 1C Case No. No. 017 Model Name NH Type 1C Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 3019SS, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Naoya Hida pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $8,000–16,000 • €7,600–15,100 Accessories Accompanied by Naoya Hida Certificate of Origin dated January 22, 2022, envelope, and Naoya Hida leather travel case.

Naoya Hida is a fairly fresh face in the world of independent watchmaking. The Japanese watchmaker launched in 2018, attracting immediate international collector attention for the detail-oriented vintage-inspired design language and handcraftsmanship of his watches.

Although production is highly limited—less than 100 watches are produced each year—the brand has continued to experiment and iterate on its core design language each year, offering a small-batch of new references annually.

The present watch is the NH Type 1C, which was introduced in 2020. Fifteen examples were produced that first year, followed by another 15 in 2021; production of the reference was then discontinued.

The dial of the NH Type 1C is made of German silver with a micro-bead blasted satin finish and hand-carved Breguet numerals that are coated in a cashew lacquer coating. The brand wordmark underneath 12 o’clock is engraved using an ultra-high-precision micro-fabrication machine. The stainlesssteel twin leaf hands for hour and minutes are hand-polished and heat-treated to reach a beautiful shade of blue.

No expenses were spared in creating the NH Type 1C, which is why so many serious collectors have gravitated toward the brand since its launch. The present example was sold in 2022 and comes as a full set.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

3.

A factory sealed, limited edition titanium wristwatch with “sector dial” and bracelet, one of 50 pieces made in collaboration with Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo

Manufacturer

Bulgari

Year

2022

In just a few years, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo model has established itself as a major player in the high-end premium sports watch industry segment.

Case No. BU7ES9N Model Name Octo Finissimo “Phillips” Edition Material

Titanium

Calibre Automatic, cal. BVL 138, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap Titanium integrated bracelet Clasp/Buckle Titanium deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $10,000–20,000 €9,500–18,900 Accessories Accompanied by Bulgari wooden presentation box, warranty, and micro-fiber cloth.

The Octo Finissimo’s sleek taught lines, strong look, and extremely thin caseing have become instantly recognizable and a favorite among collectors since its debut in 2017, with an automatic movement and integrated bracelet.

The Bulgari caliber BVL 138 housed in the Octo Finissimo is one of the world’s slimmest automatic movements, measuring only 2.23mm thick and boasting a 60-hour power reserve—the case itself ing is remarkably only 5.15 millimeters thick.

The present 50-piece limited edition Octo Finissimo was launched in 2022 in collaboration with the Phillips watch department. This super clean Octo Finissimo features a 1930s-style ‘sector’ dial and, remarkably, no text on the dial at all. Marrying Bulgari’s avant-garde, neo-Genta design, to a dial language from the first earliest days of wristwatch production was no easy task, but removing the off-center seconds hand and dial signatures lends the watch a symmetrical poise that highlights the imposing case dimensions and implies a much greater depth to the ultra slim lightweight titanium case. The watch is presented in sealed condition and comes complete with the original box and papers.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

BULGARI

Octo Finissimo Special Edition Phillips In Association With Bacs & Russo

This image is for illustrative purposes only.

4.

An early and interesting white gold wristwatch with power reserve, certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

De Bethune

Year

2007

Reference No. DB25WS3 Movement No. 2024.626 Case No. No. 023 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2024, 49 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold De Bethune pin buckle Dimensions 44mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by De Bethune undated Certificate of Origin, instruction manual, travel case, fitted presentation box, and slip cloth.

Introduced in 2007, the present DB25 is part of the first iteration of the reference which featured De Bethune’s inaugural automatic movement, the caliber DB 2024. Launched in 2006, it featured a six day power reserve, a titanium and platinum balance wheel, and an innovative shock-absorbing system for the ceramic ball-bearings used in the automatic winding assembly. Phillips was honored to sell a prototype DB25, formerly the personal property of David Zanetta, co-founder of the brand, in November 2022, for the impressive price of CHF 201,600.

Bearing number 23 on the caseback (which is, ironically, the jersey number of one of De Bethune’s more recognizable collectors), the importance of this particular case number cannot be overstated, as only 23 examples of this first version of the DB25 were made. A silvered blue dial with a guilloché finish and subtle power reserve indicator sets this watch apart from its successors while giving an insight into the early design DNA of what is fast becoming an iconic brand.

DE BETHUNE

DB25

5.

A very rare and unusual limited edition titanium wristwatch with platinum bezel, satellite time display, day and night indication, twin turbines, oil change indication, guarantee and presentation box

Manufacturer

Urwerk

Year

Circa 2013

Reference No. UR-110PT Model Name Torpedo Material

Titanium and platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. UR-9.01, 46 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Urwerk pin buckle Dimensions 47mm width x 51mm length Signed Case and buckle signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 Σ €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by Urwerk Certificate and International Guarantee stamped Hausmann Condotti, Roma, and fitted presentation box.

Founded in 1995 by watchmaker Felix Baumgartner and industrial designer Martin Frei, Urwerk’s watches are playfully futuristic, influenced by a passion for space travel and science fiction. Their first wristwatches were released in 1997 with the references UR 101 and 102 featuring a wandering hour time display. In 2008, the brand introduced the UR-202 that featured Urwerk’s innovative winding system using compressed air. The movement has two miniature pneumatic turbines coupled with a winding rotor, and depending on the wearer’s level of activity, the movement will selfadjust. The dynamic winding system spins freely during normal activity, reduces spin during more rigorous activity, and eliminates it entirely during extreme activity, exerting less wear on the movement and extending the overall lifespan.

The UR-110 collection was launched in 2011, continuing Urwerk’s commitment to radical time displays, using their orbital satellite complication. In 2011 the watch won the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for Best Design Watch. The present UR-110PT is one of a very limited edition of 20 timepieces launched in 2013 outfitted with a platinum satin-finished bezel, satin-polished screws, and a sand-blasted titanium crown protector and main plate. Equipped with three hour-satellites that orbit around the asymmetric dial, the time is displayed on the right side of the watch. A control board with day/night indicator, a small seconds sub-dial, and an oil change indication that alerts the wearer of when a service is due are located underneath.

When launched, the UR-110 was an instant hit among watch enthusiasts. It presented a brilliant new take on the wandering hours complication, packaged inside an asymmetrical design.

The present UR-110PT is a bold, avant-garde creation that has had an indelible impact in the Swiss watchmaking industry; this complete example is certain to delight any enthusiast of mechanical watchmaking.

URWERK

Ref. 110PT “Torpedo”

6.

An inspired and interesting limited-edition titanium wristwatch with one-minute flying tourbillon, warranty and presentation box, number 7 of a limited edition of 50 pieces

Manufacturer

MB&F

Year

2007

Reference No. 70.TSL.B Case No. 70’T50’727 Model Name Horological Machine No. 7 “Aquapod” Material

Titanium

Calibre Automatic, cal. HM7, 35 jewels Bracelet/Strap Rubber MB&F strap Clasp/Buckle Titanium MB&F deployant clasp Dimensions 53.8mm Diameter Signed Case, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by MB&F international warranty booklet dated April 12th, 2017, instruction manual, leather wallet, aquaticallyinspired presentation box, and outer packaging.

Without doubt one of the most creative minds in watchmaking, Max Büsser’s eponymous brand MB&F continues to dazzle, inspire, and confound the horological community with every release.

Broadly inspired by the Medusozoa family of sea creatures, the HM7’s central glass dome houses a beautifully finished 1 minute flying tourbillon with the time displayed on rotating concentric rings, fully lumed of course for legibility at depth. Underneath, the winding rotor has been transformed into a tentacle/engine hybrid with Superluminova highlights reminiscent of the deepest oceans’ weirdest and most wonderful inhabitants.

Crafted in solid titanium, the HM7 is one of only fifty pieces ever produced with a bold blue ceramic bezel. Presented in superb condition, fresh to market from the original owner, and with its full complement of accessories including the original MB&F box, warranty, wallet and booklets.

Please note that MB&F generously offers a complimentary service of the watch to the successful bidder within a period of 6 months following this auction.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

MB&F

Horological Machine No. 7 “Aquapod”

7.

Numbered 002; an early and well-preserved platinum wristwatch with date, power reserve indication, small seconds, warranty, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2007

Case No. No. 002-AR Model Name Octa Automatique Reserve Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 30 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 Σ €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by Montres Journe warranty dated 2 January 2007, polishing cloth, instruction manual, additional strap, inner fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

The Octa collection was first launched in 2001, making it one of the brand’s very first serially produced models. However, after enjoying a much-appreciated response from enthusiasts and collectors, François-Paul Journe decided to enhance the functionality of the Octa by introducing the improved caliber 1300.3, which requires less movement from the wearer to keep the watch wound. This came after Journe observed a friend’s Octa not being wound because of his sedentary lifestyle.

Featured in the case is an immediately noticeable 22K gold rotor generating momentum to power the caliber, but with a unidirectional ball-bearing system allowing complete harnessing of the movement of the wearer. The in-house movement is with no doubt the most competitive advantage that the manufacture holds. The precise engineering and delicate craftsmanship required to execute to the high standard of F.P. Journe is most definitely admired by even the most discerning individuals in the industry, but also to be admired is his commitment to listening and incorporating the feedback of his clients. The new Octa Automatique Rèserve had central hour and minute hands as well, instead of the offset hour and minute display of the previous Octa Reserve de Marche.

With a warranty dated from the second day of January 2007, the first year of the release of the Octa Automatique Reserve, this exemplary piece of Journe history marked a new chapter in the evolution of the brand. A more refined, efficient, and cohesive company that still retained the design cues of the previous iterations. This is a truly rare opportunity to own an important part of the crystallization of F.P. Journe as a modern day independent juggernaut.

F.P. JOURNE

Octa Automatique Reserve No. 002

8.

A very rare and attractive limited edition white gold chronometer wristwatch with brown guilloché dial, tear drop lugs, certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Kari Voutilainen

Year

2008

Movement No. C26054 Model Name Observatoire Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, Peseux cal. 260, 21 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Voutilainen pin buckle Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 Σ €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by Kari Voutilainen certificate dated November 4, 2008, Swiss Maplewood fitted presentation box, service certificate dated September 2013, polish cloth and outer packaging.

The Observatoire was introduced in 2007 and awarded “Best Men’s Watch” at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève that same year. It is estimated approximately only 50 examples were made before eventually being replaced in 2011 with the Vingt-8 model, featuring his new, in-house caliber 28. Powered by the caliber 260 from Peseux, an observatory-grade caliber from the mid-20th century, it is estimated only 3,300 examples of this movement were ever produced, never available for public purchase.

The present variant features a rich caramel brown guilloché dial with a mixture of patterns creating incredible depths and tones.

Decorated with elegant applied Roman numerals and blued steel Breguet-style hands, the timepiece has a quiet sophistication.

A similar brown dial example was sold by Phillips Hong Kong in November 2021, and upon close inspection one notes small differences in the pattern and texture of the guilloché on the dial. Offered by the original owner, the present Observatoire is preserved in excellent overall condition and is complete with its certificate and Swiss Maplewood presentation box made from the Guyenne palm tree.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

KARI VOUTILAINEN Observatoire

9.

A sculptural and unprecedented titanium wristwatch with digital jumping hour, wandering minutes, three-dimensional moon-phase, certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

De Bethune

Year

2021

Movement No. DB.E.006.54 Case No. CS240 Model Name Dream Watch 5 Material

Titanium

Calibre Manual, cal. DB2144-V2, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap Alligator Clasp/Buckle Titanium De Bethune pin buckle Dimensions 58mm width x 47mm length Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 Σ €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by De Bethune Certificate of Origin dated October 13, 2021, Dream Watch 5 instruction manual, two additional unworn straps, fitted presentation box, and slip cloth.

De Bethune has always been highly experimental, and few watches epitomize the brand’s avant-garde tendencies better than the Dream Watch collection. Six different Dream Watch models have been created since the inaugural example was introduced to the world in 2008. The Dream Watch 5, like the present watch, was announced in 2015; it stands tall as likely the most radical and recognizable Dream Watch of them all.

The Dream Watch 5 looks like it could be an alien object or spacecraft straight out of Star Trek or Star Wars. The deltoid-shaped titanium case is completely mirror-polished, and the only indication that it’s some sort of timepiece is a digital read-out for jumping hours and wandering minutes. On one side of this digital time display is a tiny three-dimensional moon-phase that slowly rotates and is accurate to one day every 1,112 years; the other side incorporates a large crown that’s set with an eye-catching ruby cabochon.

The manual-wind caliber DB 2144 inside the Dream Watch 5 is utterly impressive yet completely hidden from view. Despite the relative simplicity of the displays, the movement features more than 320 components, including an in-house balance wheel made from silicon and palladium and a triple pare-chute shockabsorption system. A pair of self-regulating barrels provides up to five days of running autonomy.

It’s impossible to say what’s more impressive about the Dream Watch 5—the curvaceous, high-polished case that would be at home in the watch collection of any lover of science fiction, or the highly advanced, manual-wind caliber ticking inside.

The Dream Watch 5 has been made-on-order by De Bethune since its 2014 debut. The present example, consigned by its original owner, is in excellent condition, and comes as a full set.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

DE BETHUNE

Dream Watch 5

10.

A very rare and attractive platinum dual time wristwatch with salmon dial, double escapement, power reserve indication, warranty, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2008

Case No. 351-RN Model Name Chronomètre à Resonance Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, 1499.2, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 Σ €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by original F.P. Journe box, guarantee certificate card, cloth, and instruction manual.

Launched in 2000, the Chronomètre à Resonance was the world’s first wristwatch to use the resonance phenomenon whereby the movement is composed of two independent balances, alternatively serving as both an “exciter” and “resonator.” When in motion, the balances create the resonance effect and beat in unison, naturally evening out each other’s discrepancies and thus permitting greater accuracy.

Elegance and rarity converge in this exceptional timepiece, featuring a striking 38mm platinum case and a remarkable rose gold dial. A true testament to the brand’s commitment to exclusivity, this particular combination is seldom seen and believed to have been made as a special request for an important client.

The captivating rose gold dial, a rarity in itself, exudes a warm and inviting glow, offering a unique twist on the classic salmon dial. Its subtle nuances and delicate finish elevate the timepiece’s aesthetic appeal, creating a harmonious balance of sophistication and refinement. Inside ticks the in-house caliber 1499.2 with 18 karat rose gold plates and bridges.

Notably, the 38mm case size of this Resonance “RQ” model adds to its exclusivity, as it is a seldom-seen variant compared to the much more commonly found 40mm case size used for this generation of the model. This rare size accentuates the watch’s delicate proportions, catering to collectors who appreciate the elegance of a more understated and classic wrist presence.

Consigned by an important collector, it is extremely wellpreserved and is offered complete with its original guarantee and presentation box—a rare and hardly seen configuration for the Journe connoisseur.

F.P. JOURNE

Chronomètre à Résonance “38MM”

11.

Numbered 97 of a limited edition of 99 pieces; an extraordinarily rare, inventive, and historically important silver and pink gold limited edition tourbillon wristwatch with hinged caseback, certificate, and presentation box

Museum quality reference books, countless scholarly articles, and many auction footnotes have been written for the grand triumvirate of watchmaking: Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet, along with such legends as Breguet and modern master George Daniels. Gaining increasing reverence, particularly in the past few years, is Montres Journe, the namesake manufacture of the inimitable François-Paul Journe, one of the most prominent living watchmakers of our time. Journe’s interpretations of Abraham-Louis Breguet’s masterful inventions, the tourbillon and resonance (though, technically speaking, Breguet would actually create a double pendulum / double escapement watch based on the invention of Janvier Antide), have catapulted his watches into the most esteemed and venerable collections worldwide.

In 1977, after finishing his studies at watchmaking school, a young François-Paul Journe apprenticed to his uncle Michel assisting with the repair and restoration of antique clocks.

During this time he was exposed to some of the greatest horological inventions: tourbillons, minute repeaters, and the grand and petite sonnerie. It’s not easy to imagine now that they are so ubiquitous, but at the time, no modern watchmaker was building tourbillons other than the great George Daniels (a mentor and later friend of François-Paul Journe). Inspired by these ancient masters of horology, Journe began the painstaking and difficult task of building his own tourbillon pocket watch, using his uncle’s workshop and tools during the weekend, and he finally completed it at the beginning of 1983.

To celebrate thirty years since this remarkable feat, Journe decided to produce ninety-nine examples of a wristwatch wholly inspired by his first tourbillon pocket watch. This Tourbillon Anniversaire Historique, numbered 97 of 99, is one of the final pieces to be completed. The layout of the dial is almost exactly the same as the original pocket watch, only shrunk to fit a 40mm case. To recreate the pocket watch dial, Journe employed the technique of engraving the dial and then filling the engravings with lacquer, something usually associated with the finest vintage wristwatches and pocket watches. The unorthodox combination of 18K rose gold and silver—with the former used for the pieces of the watch that would receive more wear, such as the bezel, caseback band, and crown, and the latter used for most of the case, including the lugs and the guilloché hunter caseback. A brilliant, radiating guilloché pattern encircles the number of the watch on the outside of the hunter caseback.

F.P. JOURNE

T30

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Numbered 97 of a limited edition of 99 pieces; an extraordinarily rare, inventive, and historically important silver and pink gold limited edition tourbillon wristwatch with hinged caseback, certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2014

Case No. No. 97/99 Model Name Tourbillon Anniversaire Historique “T30” Material

Silver and 18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 1412, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold and silver F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $180,000–360,000 €170,000–341,000 Accessories Accompanied by original certificate indicating the sale of this piece on 26 April 2014 at Montres Journe New York, a signed letter from F.P. Journe to the original owner, informational booklet, polishing cloth, three additional straps, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

An unusual metal for use in a wristwatch, silver is rarely used in the present day as it tarnishes easily. In this instance, the silver used in the case was not plated in any way to protect against the elements, and so each example of the T30 has developed its own unique patina. The elegant tourbillon movement, rendered in gilt brass, is more highly finished than typical Journe watches, with hand finishing used on elements of the tourbillon cage, and elegant blue steel slotted screws. The entire watch evokes a bygone era of watchmaking, of the most historically significant timepieces created by Breguet.

Journe writes, in a letter included with the present watch, “This watch refers to the period during which I was working alone without knowing that one day I would have the pleasure of sharing with you my passion.” And indeed, Mr. Journe’s passion is now celebrated the world over. Number 97 of the T30 is further accompanied by its original certificate, informational booklet, an additional three straps, and both inner and outer boxes. A stunning and well-engineered watch, historically important for both the brand and horology itself, the present lot is sure to enchant the most astute of collectors.

F.P. JOURNE

T30

12–14A.

For enthusiasts and collectors, any George Daniels timepiece is the pinnacle of watch collecting. Over the course of his lifetime, only 24 unique pocket watches were entirely handmade by him, in addition to two completely unique, hand-made wristwatches. Only two serially-produced, limited edition models were developed under his leadership alongside his protegé, Roger Smith, and bearing his signature—the George Daniels Millennium launched in 1998 with just over 50 examples made, and the George Daniels Anniversary watch launched in 2010, with just 47 examples to be completed. Accordingly, the rarity and importance of any George Daniels-signed watch cannot be overstated.

Daniels’ 1975 Co-axial escapement was a radical 21st century invention which resulted from George’s detailed historical study of all known previous escapements and was designed to incorporate the key features required for a practical, highprecision escapement. It functions with a system of three pallets separating the locking function from the impulse, avoiding the sliding friction of the lever escapement. This makes lubrication of the pallets theoretically unnecessary and thereby eliminates one of the shortcomings of the traditional lever escapement.

So important and revolutionary was the co-axial escapement, Omega began fitting it in their wristwatches in 1999, and today is found on virtually all of their mechanical wristwatches.

Dr. George Daniels is revered as a 20th and 21st century horological master, whose ingenious co-axial escapement had a profound impact on the history of mechanical timekeeping.

A Master of the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers, Daniels studied watchmaking’s traditional past, seeking to improve upon it, and advancing precision timekeeping. He studied the 18th/19th century master Abraham-Louis Breguet, who Daniels said was his single greatest influence, and over time, he became a leading authority on Breguet. The sublime, eternally classic dials found on Breguet’s pocket watches are mirrored in the work by Daniels, as well as the exquisite quality of each component within his movements.

It is a great honor and privilege for Phillips Watches to offer this spectacular and historically important pair of George Daniels wristwatches, a Millennium and Anniversary in classic 18K yellow gold livery, and assiduously assembled by an important collector.

As the grandfather of modern independent horology, Daniels’ oeuvre is a testament to excellence in traditional watchmaking and the finest in British horological advancements.

GEORGE DANIELS

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An ultimate and superb yellow gold wristwatch with co-axial escapement, date, and presentation box, part of a limited series of 48 pieces

GEORGE DANIELS Millennium

The beating heart of nearly every mechanical watch from the last 250 years was first conceived on Fleet Street, London, when Thomas Mudge invented the lever escapement. Improved incrementally over the years including by Abraham Louis Breguet himself, it was never truly bettered despite some 200 recorded attempts. In 1975 the lever escapement was completely revolutionized, quite literally over night, when the self-taught English watchmaker, George Daniels woke up with the idea of the near frictionless Co-Axial escapement.

The Co-Axial escapement was more energy efficient than the contemporary Swiss lever version, not reliant on lubrication and boasted greatly increased service intervals. Surely this invention (patented in 1980) was guaranteed to transform the watchmaking industry? Despite presenting the design to some of the most important Swiss brands, none were willing or potentially, able, to adopt the Daniels Escapement and adapt his hand-made innovation for mass production.

For 20 years the admittedly eccentric Englishman was mostly ignored by the adopted home of modern watchmaking in Switzerland before finally finding a partner willing to make the significant financial and technical investments necessary to bring the Daniels escapement out of the workshop and into industrial production. In 1999, however, the talented technicians at ETA and Omega were eventually able to present the first production models, finally cementing the Co-Axial’s place in history, but of course, all signed Omega.

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An ultimate and superb yellow gold wristwatch with co-axial escapement, date, and presentation box, part of a limited series of 48 pieces

In addition to Daniels rightly being celebrated in the early Omega marketing of their groundbreaking new escapement, part of the commercial agreement was that Daniels would receive a number of Omega ébauche movements. These would be the platform for George’s very first serially produced timepieces. These calibers were reworked and cased by George and his young apprentice, Roger Smith, for sale to a growing number of friends, clients, and collectors, all clamoring to own one.

This example, delivered in the year 2000, showcases many of the visual cues and eccentricities of the pocket chronometers the Daniels name is synonymous with. Indeed, the Millennium clearly shares the bloodline of the world record setting ‘Spring Case’ tourbillon from 1992. The offset chapter rings have the same deeply engraved and richly enameled Roman numerals, both of which feature contrasting guilloché patterns for legibility, counter-weighted seconds hands, and sharp, arrow-tipped hour hands. The bisecting circles differ only due to function, with the Millennium incorporating a date indication at six o’clock.

GEORGE DANIELS Millennium

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An ultimate and superb yellow gold wristwatch with co-axial escapement, date, and presentation box, part of a limited series of 48 pieces

Manufacturer

George Daniels

Year

2000

Case No. Case engraved 00 (year of production 2000) and initials of original owner Model Name Millennium Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, hand-made co-axial escapement Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold George Daniels pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Dial signed Daniels London. Case hallmarked GD and 1999 and buckle hallmarked GD and 2001. Both case and buckle with London and 18K gold hallmarks.

Estimate $300,000–600,000 Σ €284,000–568,000 Accessories Accompanied by Daniels guarantee booklet, leather wallet, additional Daniels strap, two polishing cloths, key, and fitted leather presentation box.

Of the two differing date configurations offered, this example displays the arguably cleaner, more classical style with a diamond-shaped indication for the 31st, rather than the slightly visually crowded (but oddly charming) ‘31 1’ crowning the date ring. Coupled with the broadly spaced “Daniels London” signature, unconventional crown placement, stepped case and disappearing lugs, the Master’s work is immediately identifiable.

Offered complete with the original box and documentation, this is one of only 48 watches that neither mark the closing of 20th century watchmaking nor the birth of 21st century horology, but perfectly unites the two.

GEORGE DANIELS Millennium

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A historically important pink gold annual calendar wristwatch with sapphire case-band, guarantee, and presentation box; former property of Dr. George Daniels MBE

Manufacturer

Omega

Year

Circa 2010

Reference No. 431.63.41.22.02.001 Movement No. 82’090’849 Model Name Co-Axial Chronometer Annual Calendar Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 8611, 39 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Omega deployant clasp Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Provenance The George Daniels Horological Collection, Sotheby’s London, 6 November 2012 Estimate $8,000–16,000 Σ €7,600–15,100 Accessories Accompanied by Omega international warranty card dated July 2010, chronometer certificate card, pictograms card, hangtag, seal, instruction manual, billfold, service receipt, presentation box, and outer packaging.

Originally from the estate of Dr. George Daniels, this 18 karat rose gold Omega Hour Vision was presented as a gift by the brand to the inventor of the Co-Axial escapement that now features in nearly all their mechanical watches. The present watch was sold when Daniels’ private collection was auctioned in 2012.

The present watch, offered in fantastic condition, is powered

by Omega’s own automatic 8611 caliber movement with annual calendar that will automatically correct the date for long and short months. The caseband is uniquely equipped with sapphire crystal windows enabling a broader view of the rhodium finished movement, with a version of Daniels’ famous Co-Axial escapement beating within.

OMEGA

De Ville Co-Axial Chronometer “Gifted to George Daniels”

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An impressive, historically important, and extremely rare yellow gold wristwatch with power reserve indicator and date, numbered 16 of a limited edition of 35 pieces

The historical cosmos of watchmaking is studded with incredibly bright stars, shining brilliantly as individuals to make up the intricate mechanics of the night sky. Like any star, the gravitational pull of genius makes it near impossible for two to exist together in close proximity. Looking deeply into space reveals a vanishingly small number of binary systems that not only survive together but reinforce each others’ orbit.

The relationship between George Daniels and Roger Smith is now seen as totally intrinsic and, like binary stars, will still be tightly linked in the distant future.

George Daniels, widely considered the 20th century’s most important watch-maker, had fathered the independent watch industry, reinvented horology’s 250-year old central regulator, and helped make one of Switzerland’s proudest manufactures technically exciting again. He was also approaching the end of his career.

In the meantime, his one-time apprentice had unlocked a nascent talent, acquired a breath-taking skill set, and was beginning to establish himself in the firmament of watchmaking. Together, they worked on a project that would celebrate 35 years of the Daniels invention, his Co-Axial Escapement. Both a salute to George’s career and a recognition of Roger’s mastering of the craft, the Anniversary series of watches served to truly marry both makers names together.

GEORGE DANIELS Anniversary

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An impressive, historically important, and extremely rare yellow gold wristwatch with power reserve indicator and date, numbered 16 of a limited edition of 35 pieces

GEORGE DANIELS Anniversary

Built on the foundations established by Daniels, Roger’s plan for the Anniversary series was evolution, not revolution.

We find the typically detailed solid silver dial and eccentric indications that characterizes both watchmakers work and their love of Breguet’s timeless aesthetics. Though familiar, the proportions of the case are enhanced, with bolder, heavier lugs, matching the hefty movement plates characteristic of British watchmaking.

Where the Anniversary becomes something more than a simple tribute is in its movement. The Daniels Co-axial escapement is heavily revised and re-engineered. Not by its creator, but by Smith. The fresh iteration is not only more efficient in use but also simpler and more reliable in construction, the wheel is (again) literally reinvented. As described by Daniels, “This development, conceived by Roger Smith, guarantees both radial and concentric orientation of the two sets of teeth and their pivot point and I see it as a natural and useful development of my escapement.”

That the famously curmudgeonly and fiercely independent Daniels signed off every aspect of this watch is not only testament to his young friend’s mercurial talent and hard-won skills, but also, like any good innovator, the wish to see his work evolve.

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An impressive, historically important, and extremely rare yellow gold wristwatch with power reserve indicator and date, numbered 16 of a limited edition of 35 pieces

Manufacturer

George Daniels

Year

Circa 2017

Movement No. No. 16 Model Name Anniversary Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, co-axial escapement Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Daniels deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Dial and clasp signed Daniels. Case with sponsor’s mark for Roger Smith, London hallmarks for 2017, and hallmarked for 18K gold. Clasp also with London hallmarks for 2018.

Estimate $500,000–1,000,000 Σ €473,000–946,000 Accessories Accompanied by fitted presentation box, polishing cloth, slip case, and key. Additionally accompanied by “Master Watchmakers of the Isle of Man” limited series of stamps, magazine article about George Daniels and Roger Smith, and photocopy of original instruction manual.

This watch is offered in exceptional original condition for the first time by its original owner, a discerning and educated collector, with its original accessories.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

GEORGE DANIELS Anniversary

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A brand new, leather-bound autobiography of George Daniels featuring a hand decorated watch component, number 16 of a limited edition of 27

Manufacturer

George Daniels

Year

2006

Dimensions 320mm X 220mm 277 pages Signed Numbered 16 of a limited edition of 27 copies Estimate $1,000–2,000 • €950–1,900

The present tome is a luxurious leather bound limited edition book of George Daniels’ autobiography All in Good Time.

The cover is in leather, with gold tooling and a recessed panel covered by a glass containing a watch component made by George Daniels.

The printing of this 27 (for the number of pocket watches Daniels created) limited edition book was a gift to Daniels for his 80th birthday in 2006 by the very friend who had convinced him to part with his everyday watch: the Spring Case Tourbillon.

Image is for illustrative purposes only.

The present example number 16 is presented in its original packaging, having never been opened.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Image is for illustrative purposes only.

GEORGE DANIELS

All in Good Time, Special Edition

Image is for illustrative purposes only.

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NIGA — An unusual, virtually “new old stock” stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with pink gold bezel and multiscale dial

Manufacturer

Niga

Year

Circa 1940

Case No. 195’336 Material

Stainless steel, pink gold

Calibre Manual, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $4,000–8,000 €3,800–7,600 Accessories Accompanied by original manufacturer box.

Established in 1932 by Georges Gagnebin and Armand Nicolet in the Jura mountains of Switzerland, G. Gagnebin & Cie used the brand name Niga to produce interesting and often architectural chronograph wristwatches during the middle of the last century, as well as precision chronometers and pocket watches. Rarely offered at auction, the ones that can be found display a wide variety of dial types and case shapes.

Regardless of the name that graces the dial, the present “time capsule” watch is a phenomenal execution of mid-century chronograph design, preserved in “new old stock”, unused condition. The dial bears a tachymeter and telemeter scale, both rendered in copper gilt text, contrasting against the two-tone dial—glossy black to the outer rim and an anthracite grey inner dial. A pink gold bezel is engraved and enameled in blue, indicating the hours. The main part of the case is ruggedly geometric, with sharply downturned lugs and rectangular pushers. The engravings to the caseback are deeply punched and perfectly crisp—a clear indication of its pristine state of preservation.

First offered at auction at Phillips in 2015, its appearance 8 years later presents an outstanding opportunity for collectors seeking an unusual yet extraordinary vintage chronograph wristwatch.

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OMEGA — A stunning and virtually “new old stock” yellow gold automatic wristwatch

Manufacturer

Omega

Year

Circa 1956

Reference No. 2582/2583 Movement No. 15’037’747 Case No. 112’517 Model Name Constellation “Luxe” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 501, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Omega pin buckle Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $4,000–8,000 €3,800–7,600

While Omega sports watches are more commonly seen in major auction catalogues, the luxurious dress watches of its midcentury production are also worthy of inclusion. The present Constellation not only displays beautiful, refined aesthetics, but a chronometer-certified automatic movement. Since 1952, the Constellation has been a flagship model for Omega, and has developed significantly in its 70 years of production.

The earliest examples are fitted with multi-dimensional dials nicknamed “pie-pan” dials—for reasons that become clear when you wear the present watch and attempt to make a pie simultaneously.

The present Constellation is a remarkable time capsule, surviving in virtually unworn, “new old stock” condition. Fitted with a stunning tone-on-tone, mirrored gold dial with faceted arrow-shaped hour markers and sharp dauphine hands, the caseback displays perfect engravings and a raised medallion to the center with the dome of the Geneva Observatory (Observatoire de Genève) pictured. The observatory, built in 1830 and demolished in 1969, tested chronometers for the Swiss watch industry.

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UNIVERSAL — A rare and well-preserved stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with 24-hour indication

Manufacturer

Universal

Year

1968

Reference No. 890101/01 Movement No. Stamped HON Case No. 2’583’554 Model Name Aero-Compax Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 178, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Metal Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $6,000–12,000 • €5,700–11,400

Universal’s “Compax” was introduced in 1935 as the world’s first chronograph wristwatch with hour and minute registers.

Members of armed forces around the world appreciated this new style for its functionality. Models were available in different case materials and forms, as well as a variety of dial layouts using the names ‘Tri-Compax,’ ‘Uni-Compax,’ and Aero-Compax.’ Released in 1941, the “Aero-Compax” was a professional tool watch made for pilots. With different dial configurations, the present example belongs to a rare breed of the model, featuring a bi-colored 24-hour rotational bezel and 24-hour dial. The bezel is used to determine a second timezone based on distance travelled, while the hands sweep once around the dial every 24 hours. Another unusual feature is the 15-minute register, which moves twice per minute capturing 30 second intervals. Universal Genève used a modified Venus 178 base caliber to accommodate these two unusual complications.

The present example is in outstanding overall condition, most likely never polished, with a well preserved dial. The AeroCompax is regarded as one of the most important milestone timepieces for Universal Genève, and this is a wonderful example of the rare model.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

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HEUER — A very rare and attractive olive-drab, PVD-coated stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Heuer

Year

1983

Reference No. 111.603 Case No. 503’305 Model Name Autavia Material

Olive drab PVD-coated stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, Cal. 12, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Olive drab PVD-coated stainless steel Heuer bracelet, max overall length 240mm with extension Clasp/Buckle Olive drab PVD-coated stainless steel Heuer deployant clasp Dimensions 42 mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $6,000–12,000 • €5,700–11,400

The Autavia is among Heuer’s most important product lines.

Since the model’s name was first introduced by the brand in 1933, Autavia chronographs were designed and marketed for race car drivers and pilots. With their robust, water resistant cases and outstanding legibility, militaries of multiple nations selected Autavia watches to be issued to their officers and combat personnel.

The present reference 111.603 lacks any military engraving, indicating it was not an issued timepiece. The chronograph is in excellent overall condition with the olive-drab PVD present throughout the case, indicative of its original condition. The PVD coating gives the watch an immensely robust and austere presence as would be expected in the field.

The present lot is an outstanding, rarely seen example of a vintage Heuer watch for the discerning collector.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

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TUDOR — An early, rare, and attractive stainless steel wristwatch, made for the French Navy with decommissioned certificate

Manufacturer

Tudor

Year

1968

Reference No. 7016/0 Case No. 623’825, case back interior stamped 7528, i.68, case back engraved M. N. 74 Model Name Submariner Marine Nationale Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2468, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Nylon Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel MN Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 €11,400–22,700 Accessories Accompanied by Region Maritime Atlantique Service O. C.I./D.C. decommission papers.

Rolex introduced Tudor to the market in 1945 with the intention of producing high quality watches at an affordable price.

Throughout its history, Rolex used the Tudor line to experiment with different designs and concepts, later to be used in Rolex’s own watches. Reference 7016 was launched in 1968 as part of the Submariner family. It was the second-generation Tudor Submariner, and it was offered along with the reference 7021, which featured a date window.

The history of the Tudor Submariner intimately follows that of its Rolex counterpart, introduced in 1953 with the references 6200, 6204, and 6205. Tudor released its first Submariner, the reference 7922, the following year, and it was almost identical, but featured a non-chronometer caliber, the Fleurier 390.

Like the Rolex line, the Tudor Submariner underwent various changes throughout its history, with the cases increasing in size from 37mm to 39mm, dials in either black or blue, and various caliber changes.

The present example is a highly sought-after example made for the French Marine Nationale. As early as 1954, the French navy commissioned timepieces from Tudor beginning with the reference 7922. The reference 7016/0 along with its sister model with date, reference 9401/0 were used by French divers until the 1980s. These “issued” “MN” Submariners are among the most coveted of all Tudor Submariners, and the present diver’s watch is a lovely example with crisp and prominent military engravings of “M.N.74” on the caseback. Further enhancing the desirability of the present watch is the accompanying decommissioned certificate issued by the Marine Nationale, specifying its serial number.

Tudor’s aesthetic with well-proportioned cases is appreciated by collectors, and these early military-commissioned pieces are extremely rare and highly sought-after.

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BLANCPAIN — A fine and highly attractive stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with “no radiations” black glossy dial, date, and certificate

Manufacturer

Blancpain

Year

Circa 1965

Movement No. 617’923 Case No. 300’344 Model Name Fifty Fathoms Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. R310, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Nylon Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by Blancpain Fifty Fathoms exhibition certificate.

The development of the Fifty Fathoms was under the direction of the French Navy’s Service de Documentation Extérieure et de Contre-Espionnage, an elite underwater team which carried out covert operations. The unit head, Captain Bob Maloubier, sketched out his desire for a cutting edge watch, and approached various brands to see if they could produce such a watch. Rejected by many brands, Blancpain’s then-CEO, JeanJacques Fiechter, a passionate diver himself, agreed to create the watch. The model produced featured an anti-magnetic automatic movement and a water-resistant case with a screwdown caseback and double O-ring crown system. Fiechter named the new model “Fifty Fathoms”, for the greatest depth a combat diver was believed able to withstand at that time.

Released in 1953, the Fifty Fathoms was a 41mm diameter dive watch with a rotating Bakelite bezel and luminous markers on the dial and bezel for legibility in the darkness found on deep dives. During the early 1960s, new regulations imposed by governments required changes in luminous materials used.

Blancpain complied by using a less radioactive material, and some dials, as seen on the present example, would feature the universal symbol for radioactivity with a cross mark labelled “No Radiation”, giving clear indication to the owner their luminous bezel and dial were harmless. The watch was not sold through luxury boutiques given its practical use, but rather through specialist diving brands and shops.

The present watch is noteworthy as it was selected by Blancpain to represent the “Fifty Fathoms No Radiation” theme in their 2010 exhibition that commemorated the brand’s 275th anniversary. It is a superb example of the Fifty Fathoms model from the late 1960s and is presented today in excellent condition.

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A well-preserved stainless dual-time wristwatch with center seconds, date, bracelet, guarantee, chronometer certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1966

Reference No. 1675 Movement No. 76’571 Case No. 1’274’722; inside caseback stamped 1675, II.66 Model Name GMT-Master Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal.1560, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet stamped “7206”, end links stamped “80”, max length 195mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex Oyster deployant clasp stamped “2.67” Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $18,000–36,000 €17,000–34,100 Accessories Accompanied by Rolex guarantee dated November 30, 1966, Bulletin de marche certificate, 1966 calendar card, green card holder, purchase invoice, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

The GMT-Master has a long-standing history in watches made for aviation. As a brand known for its innovative and pioneering spirit, Rolex introduced the GMT-Master in 1955, designed to fit the needs of air pilots, ship captains, business travelers, and members of the armed forces. Fitted with a bi-directional rotating bezel with 24-hour markings, the GMT-Master could simultaneously tell the time in two places, making it a perfect tool as the world entered the age of intercontinental travel.

In 1959, Rolex released an updated version of the GMT-Master with a more robust design—the ref. 1675 with a metallic bezel insert and Twinlock crown guards. Up until 1966, the ref. 1675 was produced with a glossy black dial.

The present example is fitted with the highly desirable, glossy dial variant and preserved in excellent condition and accompanied with its original guarantee, purchase invoice and accessories. The “Pepsi” bezel has developed an attractive patina due to aging and maintains all its vintage charm, robustness, and reliability. The GMT-Master is truly a timepiece that stands the test of time and a perfect companion for any occasion.

ROLEX

Ref. 1675 GMT-Master “Glossy, Gilt”

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An extremely rare, unusual, and appealing stainless steel wristwatch with glossy black dial and bracelet, designated “Space-Dweller”

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1967

Reference No. 1016 Movement No. D’203’976 Case No. 1’734’971 Model Name “Space-Dweller” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1570, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet reference 7836, end links stamped 258, max approximate overall length 210mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp Dimensions 35.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600 Accessories Accompanied by Rolex Japan service receipts dated June 19, 2003, and August 5, 1998 detailing servicing, and Rolex plastic slip.

Horological lore tells us that after the Mercury mannedspaceflight missions in the early 1960s, those astronauts visited Japan on an international goodwill tour to immensely positive reception in 1963. Hoping to capitalize on this publicity, it’s believed that Rolex introduced the Space-Dweller shortly thereafter in limited quantities for the Japanese market. This initial run of reference 1016s with one slightly different line of text did not gain traction, however, and Rolex abandoned “Space-Dweller” as a model name going forward—perhaps there was not enough to differentiate the “Space-Dweller” from the regular Explorer.

Consequently, very few Space-Dweller examples have appeared publicly. The present reference 1016 “Space-Dweller” comes with two Rolex service receipts from Rolex Japan, adding a much desired level of credibility to this example. It is exquisitely well-preserved, with a glossy black dial in perfect condition, with vibrant gilt graphics and pale golden luminous material.

Though Rolex is not known for limited-edition watches, these uncommonly rare and abandoned, limited-production runs have always been a source of excitement for scholars and collectors alike.

ROLEX

Ref. 1016 Explorer “Space-Dweller”

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A rare and well-preserved stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with black gilt dial, red depth rating, and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1956

Reference No. 6536/1; inside caseback stamped 6536/1 and IV.56 and 18 Movement No. 618’796 Case No. 112’464 Model Name Submariner “Red Depth” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1030, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, reference 7206, end links stamped 80, maximum overall length 215mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, stamped 1.69 Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600

Introduced in 1955, the Submariner reference 6536/1 replaced the reference 6536 and remained in production until 1959.

Preserved in stunning and exceptional condition, this reference 6536/1 is an incredibly original and well-preserved example.

The robust case boasts thick bevels and strong proportions.

The dial is preserved in equally attractive and impressive condition, having aged beautifully over the past seven decades.

The luminous marker at six o’clock is notably brighter than the other luminous hour markers, which themselves have aged to an immensely attractive golden beige color. This feature allowed divers to orient themselves in the dark and can be seen in other early Submariner examples.

Only very few examples of the reference 6536/1 bear the following trait: The depth rating written in red print. Therefore, these so-called “red depth” Submariners—or any early Rolex with red printing—have become extremely sought-after. Freshto-the-market and previously unknown, the present rare and attractive example would certainly deserve a place in the most discerning of Rolex collections.

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Ref. 6536/1 Submariner “Red Depth”

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A very rare and unusual chronograph wristwatch with factory error, bracelet, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

2001

Reference No. 116520 Movement No. C’007’3066 Case No. K’918’519 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona, “The Winner” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 4030, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, max. length 210mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex Oyster deployant clasp stamped “DT10” and “78490” Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by undated Rolex Guarantee stamped Rolex New York, hang tag, sales tag, Rolex instruction manual, product literature, green passport holder, outer packaging and fitted presentation box.

The present Rolex reference 116520 was presented to racing legend Andy Wallace for his team’s victory in the GTS class at the 2003 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. The papers are stamped Rolex New York, and the watch has been consigned directly from the driver.

A British national, Andrew Wallace began racing at the age of 18, but his love for racing took hold when his father brought him to a British Grand Prix race in 1968, A multi-time race winner of not only the 24 Hours of Daytona, Wallace also competed and won the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring.

Thus, he is one of the few holders of the so-called “Triple Crown” of endurance racing. However, his need for speed was not quenched quite yet as he then went on to establish the recordsetting speed of 386.4 km/h with a McLaren F1, which for over 11 years was the world record for the fastest production car. Upon completing this feat, he remarked, “Honestly, I was glad we did it, but I drove quite slowly for at least a week after I got home.”

This Cosmograph “Winner” Daytona is a supreme grail for serious Daytona enthusiasts. Complete with its full set of accessories and in exceptional “like-new” condition, the present lot is a truly exceptional timepiece in the history of horology and motor sports.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

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Ref. 116520 Cosmograph Daytona “Winner”

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An attractive and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “Sigma” dial, bracelet, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1974

Reference No. 6263; inside caseback stamped 6265 Case No. 4’128’049 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster riveted bracelet, approx. max overall length 180mm Clasp/Buckle Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, stamped Rolex USA and C&I and ‘76’ Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by Rolex presentation box, provenance letter, and copy of photograph of the original owner wearing the watch.

In production from the late 1960s until the late 1980s, the acrylic bezel reference 6263 was the final evolution of the manually wound Daytona. It incorporates all the details that make the Daytona a masterpiece of design and, most significantly, featured upgraded, modern screw-down pushers. While the “Big Red” variant is perhaps the most well-known, earlier examples featured no red writing on the dial.

Instead, a few of the earliest references of the 6263 and 6265 bear a strange symbol flanking the “T Swiss T” signature at six o’clock—the Greek symbol “Sigma”. They are thus referred to as “Sigma” dials, denoting that the handset and baton indexes were made of gold rather than steel.

Most exceptional about the present lot is not the rare and elegant dial variant or the classic and treasured design. It is being consigned by the daughter of the original owner, whose mother received the watch in the mid-1970s and subsequently used it during her early career as an obstetrician and Cessna pilot.

There are comparatively very few female pilots in 2023, so one can imagine how scarce they were in 1974. Coming from a family of pilots, she used her Daytona to make calculations in the air.

Images of her holding her daughter or perched on the wing of her Cessna are as empowering as they are emotional, and her Daytona accompanied her at every step.

CONSIGNED BY FAMILY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

ROLEX

Ref. 6263 Cosmograph Daytona “Sigma”

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A most likely unpolished and highly attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with so-called “inverted 6” dial and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1991

Reference No. 16528; inside caseback stamped 16500 Movement No. 48’337 Case No. N’231’563 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 4030, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet, end links numbered 103, maximum overall length 210mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp, reference 78668, stamped R8 Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Ο €18,900–37,800

Launched in 1988, the “new” Cosmograph Daytona with automatic movement immediately became a sensation: waiting lists mounted at many retailers, and as a result of such remarkable success there was a rediscovered interest in the manually wound models, marking the beginning of serious Daytona collecting.

The model was available in steel (16520), in steel and gold (16523), and the present all-gold version reference 16528. By the 1990s, both Rolex as a company and the public perception of the brand had evolved past its original “professional watches company” image, fully embracing the luxury market.

Powered by the cal. 4030, a Rolex-modified Zenith El Primero movement, it was the most reliable self-winding chronograph movement available in the market at the time. Early examples of the reference featured the rare and desirable “inverted 6” dial, such as the present lot. The most probably unpolished case has developed a rosy patina from lack of wear and use, and the monochromatic gold livery offers a warmth and flamboyance highly desired by collectors.

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Ref. 16528 Cosmograph Daytona

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An exquisite and extremely rare pink gold triple calendar chronograph wristwatch with two-tone dial

Reference 6036 launched in 1951 and remained in production until the mid-1950s. It is the third iteration of one of the most complicated line of vintage Rolex timepieces, which is now known as the “Dato-Compax” or, more famously, the “JeanClaude Killy.” The model is preceded by two other iterations— reference 5036 (launched in 1948) and reference 4767 (launched in 1947)—and succeeded by reference 6236, all four of them sporting similar aesthetics while incorporating technical updates. The reference 6036 was cased mostly in stainless steel, with some examples made in yellow gold, and very few made in pink gold for their most exclusive clientele, of which this piece is an exceptional representative.

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Ref. 6036 Jean-Claude Killy

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An exquisite and extremely rare pink gold triple calendar chronograph wristwatch with two-tone dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1950

Reference No. 6036; inside caseback additionally stamped 6036 Case No. 685’536 Model Name Oyster Chronograph Dato-Compax “Jean-Claude Killy” Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 72C, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Plated gold Rolex pin buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $200,000–400,000 €189,000–378,000

Oftentimes, the delicate characteristics of these Killy dials become victims to age and humidity; this is not the case for the present reference 6036. The warmth of the case almost seems to have influenced the aging of the dial. A stunning, two-tone “no-lume” dial, it displays alternating grené ivory and silvery finishes. The case is very well preserved still exhibiting deeply punched hallmarks to the reverse of the lugs, with an attractive layer of oxidation present indicating the watch remained unworn for an extended period of time. Coming from an important American collector of vintage watches, it is a superb specimen of an already rare reference, even fitted with its original Rolex buckle.

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Ref. 6036 Jean-Claude Killy

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A rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with tri-color Paul Newman “Musketeer” dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1970

Reference No. 6262; inside caseback stamped 6262 Case No. 2’737’249 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman Musketeer” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by two blank Rolex guarantees and later Rolex presentation box and outer box. Further accompanied by service estimate, invoice, and secondary retail guarantee dated April 5, 2003.

In 1970, Rolex premiered two updated Cosmograph Daytona references—the 6262 with a metal bezel, and the 6264 with an acrylic bezel. Very similar to the previous generation, these two references were fitted with caliber 727. Both references were produced for a few years only and were the last Daytona references to be fitted with pump pushers, as their screw-pusher counterparts soon overtook them in popularity.

Displaying a very rare variant of the “Paul Newman” dial, this tri-color reference 6262 is fitted with the so-called “Musketeer” variation. Usually, Paul Newman dials have a concentric circle pattern (known as azurage) on the flat sub-dials, reaching the outer edges of the dial. However, on “Musketeer” dials, the azurage texture covers only two-third of the surface; the remaining outer sector is not only smooth but also sloped, a completely different sub-dial design than the standard one. The result is a wonderful three-dimensional effect that sets this dial apart from all other Paul Newman-type dials.

With a well-preserved matte black dial and vibrant outer track, the present reference 6262 offers an excellent opportunity for those collectors who ascribe to the theory “details make perfection, and perfection is not a detail.”

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Ref. 6262 Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman Musketeer”

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An exceptionally rare, extremely attractive, and important yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with “Paul Newman Lemon” dial and bracelet

While any vintage Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with a “Paul Newman” dial can be considered a trophy watch for a collector, when one is found bearing a “Paul Newman Lemon” dial, it becomes an ultimate trophy due to its utmost rarity and attractiveness.

What differentiates a “Lemon” Paul Newman Daytona from the more commonly found champagne-dial Paul Newman Daytona? The devil is in the details, and the details are in the dial.

To be considered a “Lemon” Paul Newman, the main dial must have a matte-finished, grené texture with an almost powdery effect with a more cream yellow color than a metallic gold or champagne. Compared with the dial on the champagne Paul Newman Daytonas, the “Lemon” dials feature an intense and creamy shade of yellow that sets them apart.

The most distinctive feature can be found on the sub-dials of the “Lemon.” Instead of matching the gilt printing found on the black outer track, they have vivid, white-printed Art Deco numerals—a coveted characteristic immediately spotted by those who know.

Overall, the combination of the creamy yellow dial and stark, white sub-dial numerals is quite striking—especially when paired with a black outer track.

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Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 6264 “Paul Newman Lemon”

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An exceptionally rare, extremely attractive, and important yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with “Paul Newman Lemon” dial and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1970

Reference No. 6264; inside caseback stamped 6241 Case No. 2’357’442 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman Lemon” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet, end links stamped 71 Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp, reference 7205, stamped “H” Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $600,000–1,200,000 €568,000–1,140,000

Complemented with a luxurious yellow gold Oyster bracelet, the serial number matches closely with several other Paul Newman “Lemon” reference 6264s in 18 karat yellow gold, beginning with 2’357’XXX; the current example is within 37 digits of “El Limoncito,” sold by Phillips New York, in June 2022, for over USD $2,000,000.

Having aged beautifully over the past half-century, and consigned by an important American collector, the present reference 6264 is at the pinnacle of desirability for collectors of highly important time pieces.

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Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 6264 “Paul Newman Lemon”

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A rare and attractive stainless steel annual calendar chronograph wristwatch with day/night indication, olive green dial, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2022

Reference No. 5905/1A-001 Movement No. 7’366’647 Case No. 6’413’754 Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 28-520 QA 24H, 37 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, reference B614AAA, max overall length 220mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated January 12, 2022, product literature, leather wallet, numbered hang tag, setting pin, fitted presentation box, fitted slip cloth, and outer box.

The first stainless steel example of the Annual Calendar Flyback Chronograph ref. 5905 introduced by Patek Philippe, the olive-green ref. 5905/1A-001 officially joined the brand’s catalog in fall 2021.

The 5905 series was originally born in 2015 as a nextgeneration evolution of Patek’s popular ref. 5960, with slight updates in the shape of a larger case (40.5mm to 42mm) and a more streamlined dial layout. The movement and overall functionality of the two references remains the same. The 5905 and 5960 overlapped in production for a few short years in the late 2010s, but the elder 5960 has now been completely usurped in favor of the 5905.

The olive-green dial of the steel 5905 is stunning and best appreciated in person. Interestingly, the specific green shade of the dial is remarkably similar—if not identical—to the cult-favorite Nautilus ref. 5711/1A-014, a highly sought-after model with an olive-green dial that represented the conclusion of the 5711 series as a whole and was released a few months prior to the steel 5905’s debut.

The present example is in close-to-new condition, comes from the collection of the original owner, and is complete with its Certificate of Origin, presentation box, and other accessories.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5905/1A

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A rare and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with date, Certificate of Origin and presentation box, retailed by Tiffany & Co

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2011

Reference No. 5167A Movement No. 5’586’857 Case No. 4’745’235 Model Name Aquanaut Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 324 S C, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Tropical Patek Philippe rubber strap, max overall length 195mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel double deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed; dial signed by retailer.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated June 21, 2011, and stamped Tiffany & Co. Honolulu HI, fitted wooden presentation box, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

Patek Philippe’s Aquanaut was the brand’s first model produced and sold with a rubber strap. Released in 1997, the reference 5065A “Jumbo” was a limited edition watch of 1,000 timepieces, sold in both stainless steel and 18K yellow gold. The timepiece drew some design cues from the Nautilus, released 20 years earlier, however even for a casual, sporty wristwatch, significant planning and attention to detail went into its design. The embossed guilloché dial was carried forward in the brick design of both the steel bracelet and the rubber strap. Significantly more luminous material is used on the dial of the Aquanaut in comparison to the Nautilus, and the hands and indexes are consequently thicker. Both models share the vertically brushed flat bezel, though the Aquanaut has more angular corners, rather than the rounded, porthole-style corners of the Nautilus. The reference 5065 was produced from 1998 until 2006, when it was replaced by the reference 5167A. Released for the Aquanaut’s 10th anniversary, the reference 5167A featured several upgrades to the original model, including a more pronounced pattern on the dial base, a less crowded dial, a date that supplants the three o’clock hour marker, a new strap with improved texture, as well as a more sophisticated double deployant clasp.

The present example retailed by Tiffany & Co further heightens its rarity and appeal with the retailer’s signature positioned at six o’clock. Presented in like new overall condition and accompanied by the full set of accessories, the present example is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a highly soughtafter, Tiffany-signed timepiece.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5167A-001 Aquanaut “Tiffany & Co.”

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A well-preserved and highly coveted white gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, 24-hour indicator, leap year indicator, Certificate of Origin, additional caseback, setting pin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2009

Reference No. 5970G-001 Movement No. 3’048’190 Case No. 4’348’851 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 27-70 Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $100,000–200,000 Σ €94,600–189,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated September 5, 2009, product literature, leather folio, additional solid caseback, setting pin, fitted presentation box, slip cloth, and outer packaging.

A proud heir to Patek Philippe’s prestigious perpetual calendar chronographs, starting with reference 1518, 2499, and 3970, the reference 5970 was the first model developed and designed by Thierry Stern upon his accession as president of the company. It was first introduced in white gold, like the present watch, and then in pink gold, with later variations in yellow gold and platinum. In production from 2004 until 2011, it was the last perpetual calendar chronograph model to use the Lemania 2310 based movement.

The design of the 5970 takes cues from the past but interprets them in a thoroughly modern way. Forty millimeters in diameter with faceted lugs, it was a notable increase in size from its immediate predecessor, the reference 3970. The larger case does not jeopardize the symmetry and comfort of the watch at all; on the contrary, the watch is extremely wearable and retains a very balanced symmetry.

Preserved in excellent overall condition with its full set of accessories such as the certificate of origin, additional caseback and setting pin, this is a rare opportunity to obtain one of Patek Philippe’s last classical perpetual calendar chronograph models in resplendent 18K white gold livery.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5970G-001

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A rare and highly attractive platinum and diamond-set wristwatch with date and bracelet, with Certificate of Origin and original cork presentation box, limited edition of 700 pieces; made for the 40th Anniversary of the Nautilus

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2016

Reference No.

5711/1P-001

Movement No. 7’027’949 Case No. 6’161’828 Model Name Nautilus Material

Platinum and diamonds

Calibre Automatic, cal. 324 SC, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Platinum Patek Philippe bracelet, stamped A384HBP, max overall length 200mm Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe double deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $250,000–500,000 €237,000–473,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, Patek Philippe Attestation confirming the watch is one of 700 pieces, original Patek Philippe cork presentation box, hang tag, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

Patek Philippe’s Nautilus wristwatch was released in 1976, quickly becoming an instant success that has been a mainstay of the brand’s product line ever since. The Gérald Genta-designed luxury sports watch took its inspiration from Captain Nemo’s Nautilus submarine from Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Over the ensuing years, the Nautilus continued to evolve, with many different variants such as the brand’s first Nautilus with a complication, the reference 3710 with power reserve, released in 1998.

The present Nautilus reference 5711P/1P was released in 2016 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Nautilus and pays tribute to the first Nautilus “Jumbo” reference 3700/1A with date. For this special occasion, the watch is cased in luxurious platinum and features elegant and tasteful diamond-set hour markers.

Released alongside another special edition Nautilus, the reference 5976/1G chronograph in white gold, they were offered in a limited edition of 700 examples for the platinum 5711P/1P and 1300 examples for the white gold 5796/1G. Both watches feature a blue dial with baguette diamond hour markers, and “1976-40-2016” embossed on the dial at six o’clock.

Offered by the original owner, the timepiece is complete with its certificate of origin and cork presentation box. This is a rare opportunity to own an important milestone Nautilus model.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5711/1P-001 Nautilus “40th Anniversary”

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An important, exceptional, and rare yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phase

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 2499/100

Patek Philippe is renowned for its iconic line of perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatches. From the very first serialized model, the reference 1518 released in 1941, the manufacturer has continued to delight collectors with these remarkable and important complicated timepieces. In production for 34 years, the reference 2499 succeeded the reference 1518 beginning in 1951 and was made in only 349 pieces (approximately 10 units per year). Early examples featured cases made by Vichet, soon to be replaced by Wenger, like the present watch, whose production is most notable for its modern 37.5mm diameter case and other subtle differences. The beauty of the reference 2499 combined with its rarity have made it a “grail model” since the very beginning of wristwatch collecting, and now having developed a truly mythical aura, it is rightfully considered an “endgame” watch for many experienced collectors.

The reference 2499 can be divided into four series: • First series watches feature square chronograph pushers, applied Arabic numerals, and display a tachymeter scale on the dial.

• Second series watches feature round chronograph pushers, either applied baton or applied Arabic numerals, and a tachymeter scale on the dial.

• Third series feature round chronograph pushers, applied baton numerals, and outer seconds divisions without tachymeter scale.

• Fourth series, like the present watch, feature round chronograph pushers, applied baton numerals, outer seconds divisions, and a sapphire crystal.

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An important, exceptional, and rare yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phase

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1980

Reference No. 2499/100 Movement No. 869’404 Case No. 2’779’165 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 13’’’CH Q, 23 jewels, stamped twice with the Geneva Seal Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $400,000–800,000 €378,000–757,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1980 and its subsequent sale on October 31, 1980.

The reference 2499/100, known as the fourth series and the last generation, was in production from 1980 to 1985, before the launch of the replacement reference 3970, in 1986. The present watch was last seen in public in 2012 and has since remained treasured by an important international collector. It is one of the earliest made in the series and remains in superbly preserved, original condition. The Wenger case, most probably unpolished, features well-defined lines and strong definition with the recognizable compact stepped lugs and domed caseback.

The hallmark at nine o’clock remains crisp and the gold has taken on a warm hue indicative of hardly being worn, while the dial remains well-preserved. Remarkably the case was meant for the American market as seen by the crisp 18K hallmark found on the center of the case back.

Originally from the collection of famed American voice actor and radio personality, Mel Blanc, this lovely 2499/100 is a testament to the enduring legacy of Patek Philippe’s historic line of perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatches. The 2499 is a horological icon and the incredible condition of this example make it a highly sought after trophy watch for the most discerning connoisseur.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 2499/100

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A sporty and influential limited edition PVD-coated stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with date and certificate of origin, numbered 454 of 500 pieces

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

2000

Reference No. 25770SN Movement No. 482’703 Case No. No. 454/500; E26005 Model Name Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph “End of Days” Material

PVD-coated stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2226/2840, 54 jewels Bracelet/Strap Woven nylon and leather Audemars Piguet strap Clasp/Buckle PVD-coated stainless steel Audemars Piguet buckle Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by an original Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin and Warranty dated May 13th, 2000 and a re-issued Certificate of Origin, instruction booklet, and Audemars Piguet service invoice dated October 10th, 2019.

James Bond in Live and Let Die wore a Rolex Submariner 5513 enhanced by Q with a magnetic force to deflect bullets and a buzzsaw used to cut rope as a means to escape. In Apollo 13, Omega’s Speedmaster Professional chronograph played an integral role, as it did in 1970 during the real-life mission to rescue a team stranded in space. By the 1990s, awareness of wristwatches in movies was more commonplace, and in 1999, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character Jericho Cane in End of Days wore a PVD-coated stainless steel Audemars Piguet Royal Oak chronograph wristwatch with date.

The “End of Days” Royal Oak was important, both for the brand and the history of horology, as it was the first time a leading actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, worked closely with a brand to design a watch made specifically for a film. The close relationship between Schwarzenegger and Audemars Piguet, allowed for the production of the first-ever limited edition Royal Oak Offshore model following the movie, creating new opportunities for the brand to work with other celebrities such as Shaquille O’Neal, Jay-Z, and LeBron James.

The “End of Days” Royal Oak Offshore chronograph was launched as a limited edition of 500 pieces in 1999, marking the beginning of a new millennium. With a PVD-coated stainless steel case, the watch is fitted with a black dial featuring zesty yellow luminous numerals and hands. This End of Days Offshore was serviced by Audemars Piguet in 2019, and it comes with its original certificate of origin dated May 13, 2000.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph “End of Days”

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An attractive and sought after stainless steel wristwatch with khaki green dial, date, bracelet, certificate of origin and presentation box, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

2022

Reference No. 15510ST.00.1320ST.04 Movement No. BJ5927 Case No. LW9972P Model Name Royal Oak “Self-winding 50th Anniversary” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 4302, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max overall length 205mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Audemars Piguet double deployant clasp Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin dated 2022, warranty card, fitted presentation box,

Launched in 1972, the Royal Oak reference 5402 was the world’s first stainless steel luxury sports watch with a fully integrated bracelet. Designed overnight in response to an urgent request for an “unprecedented steel watch,” it was at the same time the most expensive stainless steel watch ever made. Today the Royal Oak is a legend, accounting for over 70 percent of the brand’s sales. Audemars Piguet worked with famed designer Gerald Genta, who developed a brilliantly engineered, monobloc case, with a distinctively maritime feel, featuring an octagonal bezel secured by eight hexagonal, white gold screws, and a dial with a tapisserie motif.

The present example is a modern representative of this landmark wristwatch in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the model.

The reference 15510ST “Self-Winding 50th Anniversary” was released in 2022 featuring a 41mm diameter case and houses the brand’s automatic caliber 4302. The caliber 4302 was released in 2019 as the upgraded successor of the caliber 3120—Audemars Piguet’s first in-house automatic movement, originally introduced in 2005. The line includes a variety of Grande Tapisserie dial types from blue (01), black (02), silver (03), gray (05) and like the present wristwatch, a very attractive khaki green (04). The special rotor is engraved “50 Years”, in production for one year only in 2022.

The present watch is in nearly new overall condition and has likely been worn less than a handful of times. The watch is accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, warranty card, and presentation box.

Offered by the original owner, this is an opportunity to own one of the most iconic and sought after timepieces in the market.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 15510ST Royal Oak “50th Anniversary”

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A fine and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with date, power reserve, moon phase and bracelet, with Certificate of Origin, presentation boxes, and product literature

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2013

Reference No. 5712/1A Movement No. 5’753’951 Case No. 4’885’580 Model Name Nautilus Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240 PS IRM C LU, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 185mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel double deployant clasp Dimensions 42.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated December 16, 2013, fitted wooden presentation box, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

First launched in 1976, the Nautilus is one of Patek Philippe’s most iconic watch references ever produced. Inspired by the proportions of maritime portholes, the original reference 3700 merged Patek Philippe’s elegant design philosophy with durability to create the ultimate luxury sports watch to withstand the elements. Today, the model has become a true collector’s timepiece and ultimately changed the way we perceive sports watches.

Displaying the date, power reserve, and moon phase complications, the reference 5712 was the successor of reference 3712, which was the first complicated Nautilus model.

The new version featured a larger case at 42.5mm in diameter, and the dial had narrower grooves. Made to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Nautilus in 2006, the reference 5712 was a commercial success. Its classic appeal, combined with a hefty presence makes it one of the most desirable modern sports watches available on the market today. In fact, it is incredibly difficult to obtain one at a Patek Philippe retailer and requires years of waiting to be allocated one.

Offered in overall appealing condition and complete with its accessories, the present 5712 exudes classic elegance and is a must have for the collector of rare modern timepieces.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5712/1A Nautilus

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An early, striking, and ingenious platinum perpetual calendar wristwatch with bracelet, oversized date, moon phase, 24-hour and leap year indictors, zero-reset function, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

A. Lange & Söhne

Year

2002

Reference No. 310.025F Movement No. 28’029 Case No. 138’182 Model Name Langematik Perpetual Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. L922.1, 43 jewels Bracelet/Strap Platinum A. Lange & Söhne bracelet, approximate max overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle Platinum A. Lange & Söhne deployant clasp Dimensions 38.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–50,000 €28,400–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne International Guarantee dated December 24, 2020, guarantee booklet, instruction manual, watch winder instruction manual, polishing cloth, one additional link, leather booklet and A. Lange & Söhne automatic winding box.

Additionally accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne service receipt dated August 3, 2020.

A Lange & Söhne introduced their first automatic movement with the Langematik Sax-O-Mat in 1997 featuring an exquisite, gold and platinum-rimmed winding rotor. It is from these early beginnings that the Langematik Perpetual was born—originally launched at the turn of the new millennium, in 2001.

The reference 310.025 has classic Lange aesthetics capturing the unrivalled skill and craftmanship of the brand, as well as their focus on utility and legibility. The perpetual calendar is a favorite complication among collectors, and, if running continuously, the Langematik Perpetual would not need adjusting until February 28, 2100. Additionally, for precision timing, the mechanism has a “zero-reset” feature, which, when the crown is pulled out, the constant seconds hand automatically resets to zero. Early Langematik Perpetual models featured a rectangular case pusher at the 10 o’clock, along with three recessed calendar correctors, which were eventually replaced in 2005 or 2006.

The present platinum model with rare German calendar is in excellent overall condition and comes complete with its guarantee and winding presentation box. Most strikingly, it is fitted with a superbly constructed Wellendorf bracelet that adds a completely new dimension to an already attractive watch. Very few of these Langematik Perpetuals have surfaced on this bracelet, making this a rare opportunity for the Lange enthusiasts among us.

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

Langematik Perpetual Calendar

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A rare and attractive limited edition white gold world-time wristwatch with moon phase, Certificate of Origin, Attestation, commemorative coin, and presentation box, made for the 175th anniversary of Patek Philippe

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2014

Reference No. 5575G-001 Movement No. 5’921’538 Case No. 6’083’424 Model Name World Time Moon 175th Anniversary Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240 HU LU, 35 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $75,000–150,000 Σ €71,000–142,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, commemorative medallion, attestation, product literature, leather folio, cardboard travel box, numbered envelope, setting pin, hangtag, commemorative 175th anniversary presentation box, slip cloth, and fitted presentation box.

Launched as a commemorative piece for the firm’s 175th anniversary in 2014, the Patek Philippe ref. 5575G was part of a limited-edition of 1,300 timepieces. It was released alongside the reference 5975, a multi-scale chronograph executed in white, yellow, pink gold, and platinum; the 5275P, an exquisite platinum chiming wristwatch with digital jump hour; and the reference 5175R, the Grandmaster Chime. The collection was the summation of the brand’s long and prestigious history, reflecting on complicated movements and aesthetic refinement.

The reference 5575G was no exception. It was the first Patek Philippe timepiece that combined a world time complication with a moon phase following the lunar cycle. The brand engineered an entirely new caliber for this watch (and the corresponding ladies’ version, the reference 7175 in rose gold), the caliber 240 HU LU (heures universelle lune), an ultra-thin automatic movement with a 22 karat gold micro rotor. The moon display is immensely realistic, yet retains an elegance against a nocturnal starry sky, with the skyscape made possible by two sophisticated and highly complex moon phase discs rotating according to the actual orbit of the moon.

The present example is offered for the first time by its original owner. The watch is in excellent condition and accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, presentation box, and commemorative coin. Patek Philippe’s 175th anniversary watches were extremely well-received both for their designs and innovative mechanisms, and the reference 5575 perfectly encapsulates the essence of this historic collection.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5575-001 World Time 175th Anniversary

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An extremely well preserved, very rare, and important minute repeating perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase

Manufacturer

Vacheron Constantin

Year

2000

Reference No. 30020 Movement No. 877’947 Case No. 660’700 Model Name Patrimony Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1755, 30 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 2000.

First introduced in 1992 with the caliber 1755, measuring a mere 3.28mm in depth, this batch of references were the thinnest minute repeaters made by Vacheron Constantin and were limited to just 200 watches. The majority were cased in the reference 30010 with traditional dial, and the reference 30030 with skeletonized dial; however, 77 examples were upgraded with a perpetual calendar and moon phase module. Remarkably, this was the very first time Vacheron Constantin produced a minute-repeating wristwatch with perpetual calendar and moon phase. Two repeating vintage pieces with calendar and moon phases are known, but they feature a simple triple calendar.

The reference 30020 is considered by many to be one of the most important models ever produced by Vacheron Constantin.

The importance of this reference is fully understood when examining its case and movement construction. In fact, both are directly inspired by a vintage minute repeating reference made in the first half of the past century, the reference 4261, now one of the most coveted vintage Vacheron Constantin references.

The case is a direct descendant of the 4261 case, defined by its iconic teardrop lugs and the thin, highly elegant overall construction. Its slimness, however, is just one of the fascinating aspects of its movement. It was inspired by the movement construction of reference 4261, and realized following “old school” construction techniques, the ébauches themselves being vintage stock.

The present watch, from 2000, is well-preserved and has an incredible chime. The reference 30020 is a reflection on Vacheron Constantin’s commitment to timepieces that are both technically impressive and aesthetically pleasing.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN

Ref. 30020 Minute Repeating Perpetual Calendar

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A very rare and attractive stainless steel perpetual calendar wristwatch with sapphire blue dial, and bracelet, with certificate of origin and authenticity, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

2000

Reference No. 25820ST Movement No. 424’961 Case No. E33597.131 Model Name Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Yves Klein” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, caliber 2120/2802, 38 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $120,000–240,000 €114,000–227,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin dated May 21, 2000 and stamped Bartorelli, Certificate of Authenticity confirming the sapphire blue dial dated August 16, 2023, presentation box, product literature and outer packaging.

Introducing a leap year indicator to Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar, the reference 25820 was launched in 1996 and remained in production until 2013. The complete production count numbers 628 pieces in steel, 107 pieces in yellow gold, 74 pieces in platinum, 11 in pink gold, 378 in steel/platinum, 15 in tantalum/yellow gold, nine in tantalum/platinum, and 13 in tantalum/pink gold, for a grand total of 1,235 examples. Arguably the best known dial color found on Royal Oak timepieces, the present watch features a “sapphire blue” dial according to the official Audemars Piguet nomenclature. However, even the greenest watch enthusiast knows the community calls it a different, very appropriate nickname: the “Yves Klein”.

Active during the mid-twentieth century, Yves Klein was a member of the Nouveau-Réalisme movement. He is best known for his bright blue monochrome paintings and sculptures.

Amusingly, at his first public exhibition, he featured canvases of different colors (orange, red, yellow, pink, and blue) but the reaction of the public—who insisted on finding a nonexistent connection between his works—prompted him from then on to focus on just one color: the now-famous Yves Klein blue, of which this dial color is—serendipitously—a near-perfect replica.

The present lot was recently serviced by Audemars Piguet and is preserved in excellent overall condition. It is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin as well as a recently issued Certificate of Authenticity confirming the sapphire blue dial.

The present watch will without any doubt satisfy the horological needs of even the most demanding Royal Oak collectors.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 25820ST Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Yves Klein”

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An exceptional and very rare limited edition titanium minute repeating “Supersonnerie” wristwatch with blue grande tapisserie dial, additional salmon grand tapisserie dial, bracelet, warranty, and presentation box

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Royal Oak Supersonnerie

Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak “Minute Repeater Supersonnerie” is the ultimate in luxury wristwatches with the sporty Royal Oak case and the refined complication of a minute repeater, all housed in lightweight and robust titanium. The watch can be considered a true gem of Audemars Piguet’s technical proficiency as well as the ultimate paragon of their definition of sport luxury.

The original “Concept Supersonnerie” was released in 2014 and displayed Audemars Piguet’s exceptional mastery of complications. The timepiece was a new take on a historic design, the ability to create a loud and sonorous tone from a minute repeater. Repeating timepieces have a long tradition in horology, from the earliest town clocks to 19th century gentlemen’s pocket watches, to the 21st-century as a display of excellence in craftsmanship. The “Concept Supersonnerie” set a new standard in the ability of the timepiece to chime. Designed as a musical instrument, three patents were granted, one for the gongs, one for a refined regulator, and the third for a caseback with apertures, which do not obstruct the tone as is typically seen in most repeaters. This allows for the watch to have a louder chime when worn on the wrist than off.

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An exceptional and very rare limited edition titanium minute repeating “Supersonnerie” wristwatch with blue grande tapisserie dial, additional salmon grand tapisserie dial, bracelet, warranty, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

Circa 2019

Reference No. 26591Ti.OO.1252TI.01 Case No. K56114 Model Name Royal Oak “Minute Repeater Supersonnerie” Material

Titanium

Calibre Manual, cal. 2959, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap Titanium Audemars Piguet bracelet, stamped 1252, max overall length 205mm Clasp/Buckle Titanium Audemars Piguet double deployant clasp Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $200,000–400,000 Σ €189,000–378,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Audemars Piguet warranty card, fitted presentation box, additional salmon Grand Tappisserie dial, additional blue alligator strap with AP buckle, product literature and outer packaging.

The Royal Oak “Minute Repeater Supersonnerie” was released in 2019 in a limited edition of twenty examples in titanium, like the present watch, with this example being the only one known accompanied with a second salmon dial. Housed in the traditional Royal Oak 42mm diameter case with minute repeater slide at nine o’clock, the dial layout is simple yet elegant, with a subsidiary seconds dial at six o’clock and the AP logo at 12 o’clock. The caseback is engraved with sound waves and “Supersonnerie” as well as “Royal Oak Limited Edition of 20 Pieces”. The present watch is in near new condition, having just returned from a factory servicing at Audemars Piguet in Le Brassus. It is offered complete with its warranty card and presentation box.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Royal Oak Supersonnerie

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PATEK PHILIPPE — A well-preserved and highly attractive pink gold wristwatch with subsidiary seconds

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1956

Reference No. 96 Movement No. 727’236 Case No. 309’075 Model Name Calatrava Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 12-400, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Alligator Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 31mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $6,000–8,000 Σ €5,700–7,600 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the present watch was manufactured in 1956 and subsequently sold on July 16, 1957. Further accompanied by Patek Philippe service invoice and receipt.

The reference 96 is a cornerstone of vintage Patek Philippe.

It was the first example of what is today possibly the most elegant and distinguished line of time-only dress watches ever: the Calatrava collection.

Launched in 1932, it was not only the first Calatrava, but also one of the very first Patek Philippe models to feature a reference number. In keeping with its Bauhaus design origins, it has no additional or unnecessary decorations; rather, the case and dial design achieves much with clean and elegant lines. One could consider the refeence 96 as the benchmark for all future dress watches. The birth of the reference 96 also coincides with the year the Stern family acquired Patek Philippe and of course, instituted the reference number system.

Throughout its lengthy production cycle, from 1932 until 1973, a wide array of variations were made, with a diverse range of dials in combination with case metals—most often in yellow gold, but also in stainless steel, pink gold, white gold, and platinum as well as two-tone iterations. The present model in 18K pink gold is fitted with a beautifully preserved silvered dial with pink gold baton indexes and subsidiary seconds. Crisp hallmarks and lightly oxidized baton indexes indicate very careful treatment with regards to the condition of this watch, and a recent service from Patek Philippe ensures this 96 is wrist ready.

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PATEK PHILIPPE — A fine and attractive pink gold rectangular wristwatch with faceted crystal

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1957

Reference No. 1593 Movement No. 977’076 Case No. 696’234 Model Name “The Hour Glass” Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 9’’’90, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 40mm length x 21mm width Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 Σ €11,400–22,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1957 and its subsequent sale on May 29, 1957.

Patek Philippe’s reference 1593, launched in 1944 and in production for over 20 years, is considered by collectors to be one of the brand’s most beautiful rectangular-shaped wristwatch designs. When looking front-on, it is evident where the nickname “the Hour Glass” comes from. The case sides feature a gentle curvature that taper inwardly toward the center from both ends—resembling the outline of an hourglass.

The creatively angled crystal enhances these curves with its facet positioned perfectly at the central line of the case.

The reference was produced mainly in yellow and pink gold with rare models executed in platinum; to date there are no known examples in white gold. The design is a monument to a new mid-20th century aesthetic and was accompanied by two other popular references: the 2441, known as the “Eiffel Tower,” and the 2442, nicknamed “Marilyn Monroe.” All three cases were

by Markowsky, casemaker number 8, the Geneva-based maker specializing in shaped cases.

The reference 1593 has a bold modern appeal and the present wristwatch is a fine example, coveted for its generous proportions and elegant refinement.

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A very fine, rare, and attractive skeletonized twenty-dollar coin watch with certificate of origin

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

1991

Reference No. 35677BA.OO.0000XX.99 Movement No. 275’298 Case No. D2044 Model Name Classique Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 2003-SQ Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case and movement signed.

Estimate $5,000–10,000 €4,700–9,500 Accessories Accompanied by Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin, green leather watch pouch, small black coin pouch, hang tag, AP stationary and outer packaging. Further accompanied by photocopy Audemars Piaget Extract from the Archives confirming registration of the watch on May 13, 1991.

Coin watches provide a fascinating insight into the history of horology. These ultra slim timepieces were constructed from legal tender, requiring two coins to be split to form their outer case, and an impressively small watch to be completely hidden inside, via a separate, hinged case. Audemars Piguet is among many Swiss brands who created these lovely creations, and as the AP Extract from the Archives for the present lot confirms, production of them continued into the early 1990s. Typically, the manufacturer used historic United States $20 coins for watches meant for the American market.

Audemars Piguet created a fine selection of rare coin watches, and the present model with skeletonized movement was their most prestigious. The 1891 Liberty Head coin has a bas-relief “Lady Liberty” on the front cover, while the reverse features the Great Seal of the United States along with “United States of America Twenty Dollars.” To open the watch, one must find the nearly invisible push button in the milled coin-edge side.

The hidden case houses a spectacular, skeletonized, and hand-engraved movement with solid 14 karat gold bridges.

This inner case is hinged and lifts up from within the coin to display the time.

The present watch is in exceptional condition, complete with its rarely ever seen certificate of origin and full accessories.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 35677BA “Skeletonized Twenty Dollar Coin Watch”

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A fine and attractive yellow gold hunter case perpetual calendar pocket watch with Breguet numerals, moon phase, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1891

Movement No. 80’528 Case No. 402’690 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 19’’’ Dimensions 54mm Diameter Signed Case, cuvette, dial, and movement signed and numbered.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 €11,400–22,700 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin, fitted wooden presentation box, additional mainspring, and service invoices dated July 7, 2016, and October 23, 2018. Further accompanied by Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Breguet numerals in 1891, and its subsequent sale on June 17, 1930.

Patek Philippe was at the forefront of quality workmanship and timeless elegance, with pocket watches as their main selling product until the rise of wristwatches in the early 20th-century.

The present hunter-cased watch with Breguet numerals, perpetual calendar, and moon phase is an extraordinary example of Patek Philippe at their best. The accompanying Extract from the Archives indicates the movement dates to 1891, while the case and enamel dial were produced in the early 1900s, and the watch was finally assembled and sold in 1930. Similar to other important Patek Philippe timepieces, the heavy hunter case has a five joint hinge on both the front and back covers, workmanship only used on their most important watches given the additional time necessary by the case maker.

This perpetual calendar pocket watch is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin and presentation box, and Extract from the Archives confirming the Breguet numerals.

A similar watch with black dial and movement number 80’527 is now housed at the Patek Philippe Museum. The watch is for collectors who appreciate the history of the brand, their technical prowess, and quality.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Perpetual Calendar Pocket Watch

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A very attractive and extremely well-preserved yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with two-tone dial, and tachymeter scale, with yellow gold Gay Frères bracelet

Manufacturer

Vacheron Constantin

Year

1944

Reference No. 4072 Movement No. 437’564 Case No. 285’553 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 434, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold link Gay Frères bracelet, max overall length 165mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold clasp Dimensions 34.4mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed; clasp further signed “GF”.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin brown leather presentation box. Further accompanied by a Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1944.

Chronograph wristwatches are one of the most cherished complications found today, and while originally meant as a tool for timing purposes, modern collectors appreciate the function for its utilitarian purpose and classic design that is sporty and luxurious. Vacheron Constantin’s reference 4072 is a wonderful example of the golden age of mid-20th century horology.

The model was in production from 1938 until the late 1960s. It was a diverse chronograph series most often cased in yellow gold like the present watch but also in pink gold, stainless steel, or steel-and-gold combinations. Over the years, three different 13’’ ligne chronograph calibers were featured, the V295 with 45-minute counter, and the V492 and V434, like the present watch, with 30 minute register.

Fresh-to-the-market and consigned by the family of the original owner, the present watch dates to 1944 and with its elongated lugs, and impressive two-tone dial, the watch has an impressive presence on the wrist. The case is in a remarkable state of preservation, with all its factory edges and finishing intact. Its crisp hallmark is another clear indication of it most likely never being polished and hardly ever worn. The watch is enhanced by the beautiful Gay Frères bracelet from the period.

CONSIGNED BY FAMILY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

VACHERON CONSTANTIN

Ref. 4072 “Two-Tone Dial Original Family”

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An extremely attractive and uncommon yellow gold wristwatch with “sector” dial and indirect center seconds

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 1935

Reference No. 96 Movement No. 171’333 Case No. 294’333 Model Name Calatrava Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 12’’, 18 jewels Dimensions 31mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800

Introduced to the market in 1932, the Patek Philippe ref. 96 was the first serially produced, referenced timepiece by the firm.

Considered as the very first Calatrava model, the reference features a three-piece 30.5mm diameter round-shaped case made by Geneva-based master casemaker Antoine Gerlach (identifiable via key no. 4) for yellow gold examples. With a production spanning over 40 years, a total of four series of the reference were produced. Examples of the reference 96 featured small seconds, with more desirable examples featuring center seconds, known as the reference 96 SC—of which the present lot is a superb example.

The present reference 96 SC (“secondes centre”) is part of the first of the four series of the reference 96 SC, bearing the caliber 12’’. It was famed Brazilian retailer Gondolo & Labouriau which requested these movements in 1910, intending them to feature a cam wheel regulator, allowing for precise and practical adjustments to the watch, a moustache-shaped lever, wolf’s tooth winding gears, and gold wheels for the wheel train. Based on a LeCoultre ébauche, the indirect seconds mechanism is cleverly hidden under the dial.

Not just rarity within, but rarity without. The combination of long signature and an incredibly attractive, champlevé enamel sector dial preserved in stunning condition, renders the present watch as one of the rarest in existence. Fresh-to-the-market, with a charming monogram on the caseback and elegant proportions, it is a wonderful example of the earliest iteration Calatrava.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 96 “Sector Dial”

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A fine and attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with spider lugs and tachymeter scale

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1947

Reference No. 1579 Movement No. 867’140 Case No. 645’000 Model Name “Anse a Ragno” / “Spider Lugs” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 13’’’, 130, 23 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pink buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–30,000 Σ €18,900–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1947 and its subsequent sale on February 25, 1948.

Collectors of vintage Patek Philippe chronographs are most familiar with the firm’s landmark references: 130, 533, 591, 1463, 530, and 1579. The latter takes a somewhat unique position in this family, as it is the only model featuring fanciful lugs in the shape of briolette diamonds. Thanks to these unusual, faceted lugs, the reference 1579 is also referred to as the “spider” lug chronograph and features one of the most impressive case designs from the mid-20th century.

Released in 1943 at Basel and in production until 1964, the 36mm-diameter Wenger case with faceted downturned lugs and rectangular chronograph buttons has an unconventional look that remains sophisticated with an elegant appeal. The Valjoux ébauche was finished to the highest standards at Patek Philippe’s workshop and today is known as the caliber 13’’’, one of the finest manual-wind chronograph movements of its era.

Reference 1579 was made in two different series: • 1st series, from 1943 to 1949; Arabic and baton numerals, baton or feuille hands (present watch) • 2nd series, from 1950 to 1964; Arabic and square numerals, feuille hands The present timepiece is fresh to the market and well preserved.

The model’s 36 millimeter case diameter is particularly large for the period, lending the watch an incredibly modern appearance today, while retaining its vintage dial and lug configuration.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1579 “Anse a Ragno”

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A “new-old-stock” pink gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, leap year, 24-hour indicator, additional solid caseback, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1997

Reference No. 3940 Movement No. 775’754 Case No. 2’981’630 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240Q, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 Σ €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated April 8 1997, product literature, leather folio, numbered envelope, Patek Philippe winding box with instructions, additional solid caseback, setting pin, suede pouch, and outer box. Additionally accompanied by original hangtag still affixed to the deployant clasp.

The production of the reference 3940 can be categorized as follows: • Pre-Series (1985): 25 pieces produced exclusively for Beyer Chronometrie and numbered 1 through 25 on the dial.

• First Series (1985–1987/1988): Sunken sub-dials, hallmarks to the left-hand side of the case, accent grave on Genève. Solid caseback only.

• Second Series (1988–1990): Beveled sub-dials with hallmarks to the left-hand side of the case with a transition to the underside of the lugs, no accent on Genève. Solid caseback, a sapphire caseback was offered halfway through production.

• Third Series (1989–1996): Beveled sub-dials, hallmarks under the lugs. No accent on Genève and Sigma-Swiss-Sigma in line with the beaded outer track. Produced in yellow gold, white gold, pink gold, and platinum. Sapphire caseback with additional solid caseback. (The present example.)

• Fourth Series (1995–2007): Beveled sub-dials, hallmarks under the lugs. No accent on Genève and Sigma-Swiss-Sigma in line with the beaded outer track. Sapphire caseback with additional solid caseback. More modern font and new serial number range.

The present reference 3940 in 18K pink gold comes to market in like new-old-stock condition, showing barely any traces of wear.

Interestingly, it bears the transitional hallmarks to both the underside and the sides of the case—all of which are impeccably preserved.

The full suite of accessories accompanies this impressively preserved perpetual calendar reference from Patek Philippe, including the original hang tag attached to the clasp, solid caseback, and setting pin, an attractive proposition for the discerning collector.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3940R “NOS Full Set”

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A very rare and well-preserved yellow gold wristwatch with black date wheel, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, original sales invoice, and presentation box, retailed by Gübelin

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1985

Reference No. 3800/1 Movement No. 1’423’377 Case No. 2’819’599 Model Name Nautilus Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 335 SC, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Nautilus clasp Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated February 2, 1988 and stamped Gübelin, St. Moritz, grey suede fitted presentation box, original bill of sale dated February 16, 1988, Henri Stern Watch Agency receipt dated March 28, 1988, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging. Further accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with black dial 1985 and its subsequent sale on April 7, 1987.

In 1981, Patek Philippe expanded the Nautilus line with the reference 3800. Smaller in size at 37.5mm diameter, the reference 3800 was an alternative to the larger 3700 model. The reference was in production from 1981 until 2006 and was manufactured in four series with movement upgrades over its 25 year history.

Differing from the reference 3700, the 3800 featured an additional sweep center seconds. Examples from the first series produced until 1987 were powered by cal. 335 SC (without quickset date), second series examples featured the same caliber, however with an upgraded quick-set date function, and were produced until 1992. Examples from the third series featured yet another upgrade, the cal. 330-134, and were produced until 1997.

The fourth and final series featured the cal. 330-194.

Consigned by the original owner, the present timepiece is most notably cased in yellow gold. Preserved in excellent condition, the case displays very deep and sharp hallmarks, with bevels and crisp edges throughout. The timepiece is an early specimen which displays a black date wheel—a detail that many collectors prefer, and is noted on the Certificate of Origin. Additionally, the watch was retailed by Gübelin, which is stamped on the Certificate of Origin as well as accompanied by the original Gübelin sales invoice. Patek Philippe’s Nautilus wristwatch is an icon, and this example will be sure to please even the most discerning of collectors.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3800 Nautilus Mid-Sized “Gübelin”

53.

An extremely rare, oversized, and important yellow gold oval-shaped wristwatch

Manufacturer

Cartier and Audemars Piguet

Year

Circa 1970s

Case No. 61’549 Model Name Maxi Oval Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. K2050, 20 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Case, dial, and buckle signed Cartier, movement signed Audemars Piguet.

Dimensions 28mm width x 56mm length Signed Case, dial, movement, and deployant buckle signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700

Cartier’s rich history holds immense importance in the realm of vintage wristwatch design, representing a profound legacy of innovation, elegance, and sophistication. From pioneering the use of platinum in jewelry-making to introducing the first mens’ wristwatch, the “Santos,” in 1904, Cartier has continuously reshaped the landscape of horology. Their trailblazing spirit is epitomized by their iconic Tank, Baignoire, and Tortue collections, which revolutionized wristwatch design with their unique shapes, bold lines, and timeless elegance.

The present watch is an extremely rare and impressive example of the “Maxi Oval” sold by Cartier New York during the early 1970s. While similar in appearance to the ‘Maxi Oval’ series by Cartier London, the present watch is distinguished by its larger case and elongated Roman numerals, often attracting greater interest from collectors. The daring styling, with a highly curved, convex case, and bold Roman numerals captured the spirit of the late 1960s and early 1970s, when brands were experimenting with bold designs to make their mechanical watches stand out against the threat of low-cost quartz watches.

Inside is a superb, manually wound movement made and signed

by Audemars Piguet. Some scholars believe that Audemars Piguet may have made the watch in its entirety as a private label for Cartier due to the challenging financial climate at the time brought on by the Quartz crisis. Preserved in outstanding, original condition with a pristine dial and the original Cartier deployant buckle, the present watch is a “best of both worlds” timepiece, combining the best of Cartier’s emblematic designs with the exquisite watchmaking of Audemars Piguet.

CARTIER AND AUDEMARS PIGUET

Maxi Oval

54.

A very rare and attractive pink gold cushion-shaped perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with Breguet numerals

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2002

Reference No. 5020R Movement No. 3’046’609 Case No. 2’994’192 Model Name “TV Screen” Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CH27-70Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Wide Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $110,000–170,000 €104,000–161,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Breguet numerals in 2002 and its subsequent sale on October 9, 2002.

The reference 5020 was launched in 1994 and remained in production for a short eight years, making it one of the most sought-after modern Patek Philippe watches. The model, affectionately known by collectors as the “TV Screen” due to its cushion-shape, was an alternative to the popular reference 3970, featuring the same complication, and mechanically identical: perpetual calendar with leap year, 24 hour indicator, and chronograph. The avant-garde design and tasteful proportions set it apart from other perpetual calendar wristwatches offered by the brand at the time.

While today’s collectors seek out this model due to its unusual case design, originally it was not well received by Patek Philippe clients, and research indicates that only approximately 200 examples were produced in yellow, pink, white gold, and platinum. The reference 5020 is highly appreciated by discerning collectors for its use of the Lemania-based caliber CH 27-70Q—the first non-Valjoux chronograph movement used

by Patek Philippe. Heavily modified and meticulously hand finished by Patek Philippe, it was one of the finest movements available at the time.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5020R “TV Screen”

55.

A very rare and highly attractive pink gold chronograph wristwatch with two-tone pink dial and tachymeter scale, retailed by Serpico y Laino

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1463 “Serpico Y Laino”

Patek Philippe is known for some of the most iconic timepieces of all time, from the famed 96, the first referenced wristwatch released in 1932, to its historic mid-20th century references 1518 and 2499 perpetual calendar chronograph watches with moon phases, and even then the legendary reference 1463, the classic chronograph wristwatch with waterproof case and round pushers. Launched in 1940 and remaining in production until 1965, the 1463 was mainly offered in yellow gold, with fewer examples in stainless steel, and even fewer in pink gold.

The rarity and importance of the present watch is elevated by its extremely desirable pink on pink, or “PoP”, configuration with pink gold case and pink dial. Taking it a step further, it features a superb two-tone finish, and with a “Serpico Y Laino” signature at six o’clock, it is one of only four known Serpico-retailed ref. 1463 examples in pink gold with two-tone “PoP” dial.

In fact, long-time collectors might remember this piece from the last time it appeared at auction more than 20 years ago, in 2002.

It is an honor for Phillips to offer the present timepiece at auction once again, two decades later.

The concept of a “sports watch” is well-known today, but 80 years ago, it was a novel idea with elegant and gentlemanly timepieces worn by businessmen and captains of industry displaying their social status. There was a growing appreciation in late 1930s’ polite society for sports and outdoor adventures, and watch manufacturers sought to fulfill a demand for more durable timepieces that could withstand rigorous use.

The reference 1463 was designed for such active clientele as the sportier alternative to the less robust reference 130 chronograph. The legendary model is one of the most sought after and collectible vintage chronograph wristwatches due to its modern case proportions and prominent chronograph pushers. The model has grown in desirability as a vintage horological icon that was ahead of its time.

55.

A very rare and highly attractive pink gold chronograph wristwatch with two-tone pink dial and tachymeter scale, retailed by Serpico y Laino

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1948

Reference No. 1463 Movement No. 867’411 Case No. 653’488 Model Name “Tasti Tondi” Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 13’’’, 23 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $200,000–400,000 Σ €189,000–378,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with tachymeter scale in 1948, and its subsequent sale on July 8, 1949. Further accompanied by Patek Philippe presentation box.

Serpico y Laino was a renowned jeweler and watch retailer located in Caracas, Venezuela. Founded by goldsmith Vincente Laino and Leopoldo Serpico, owner of “Joyeria Serpico,” the store was located at Mercaderes 21 Stock Exchange from 1925 until 1966, where it sold luxury watches from Swiss makers like Patek Philippe. The presence of their signature on the dial of a watch demonstrates the close relationship between the brand and retailer. The present reference 1463 is preserved in stunning overall condition. It’s one of the rarest and most important examples of the reference and is sure to delight discerning collectors of vintage chronograph wristwatches.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1463 “Serpico Y Laino”

56.

A fine and attractive limited edition yellow gold wristwatch with jumping center seconds, with guarantee and presentation box, number 5 of 27

Manufacturer

A. Lange & Söhne

Year

Circa 2018

Reference No. 297.022 Movement No. 136’121 Case No. 239’040 Model Name Homage to Walter Lange Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. L.1924, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle Dimensions 40.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee dated November 30, 2018, and stamped A. Lange & Söhne Hong Kong, fitted wooden presentation box, leather envelope, polish cloth, product literature and outer packaging.

The passing of Walter Lange in early 2017 was not only a huge loss for the industry and the company, but even more so for the men and women who knew him personally. Colleagues and staff decided to pay homage to this great man by creating a timepiece that he had been thinking about for quite some time, a watch that was originally conceived by his great-grandfather who was granted one of Germany’s first patents in 1877. It was a timepiece with independently stoppable jumping center seconds and separate seconds sub dial.

In less than one year, the watchmakers and engineers from Glashütte achieved the feat of creating a brand new movement with jumping seconds, and the “1815 Homage to Walter Lange” was born. The newly developed movement had a special caliber designation: L1924, referring to Walter’s birth year, while the first three digits of the reference number 297.XXX memorialized his birth date of July 29, 1924.

Presented at Geneva’s Salon International de Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in January 2018, the new model was offered in a limited edition of 145 pieces in white gold, 90 pieces in pink gold, 27 pieces in yellow gold, and a unique piece in stainless steel with black grand feu enamel dial.

The present watch, number 5 of only 27 examples in yellow gold, is fresh to the market, consigned by its original owner. The wristwatch is alluring and seductive for both its classic design perspective and wonderfully complex movement. This presents a rare opportunity to own one of these very rare, limited edition timepieces.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

1815 Homage to Walter Lange

57.

A rare and very fine yellow gold wristwatch with retrograde hours and minutes with polychrome cloisonné enamel “Portugal” dial, with certificate of origin and presentation box

Manufacturer

Vacheron Constantin

Year

2004

Reference No. 43050-000J-9070 Movement No. 862’103 Case No. No. 4, 684’282 Model Name Mercator Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1102/2, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold double deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 Σ €23,700–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Certificate of Origin dated October 11, 2004, retailer Certificate of Origin dated January 3, 2006, Canton of Geneva Certificate of Origin dated March 1, 2001 with hang tag, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

Vacheron Constantin’s Mercator wristwatch pays homage to Gerard Mercator, the 16th-century German-Flemish cartographer, geographer, and cosmographer. He was born in Antwerp in 1592 and became the most well-known cartographer of his time. He developed the Mercator projection, a method still used today, which rendered the configuration of the terrestrial globe on to a flat surface, becoming the standard for nautical purposes. He created a new world map in 1569 using this method, and it was a marvel of contemporary geography.

Vacheron Constantin’s uniquely designed Mercator wristwatch was released in 1994 for the 400th anniversary of the scholar’s death and pays homage to him through its unique design. The retrograde hour and minute indicators resemble the legs of a handheld compass, while the stunning cloisonné enamel dial of “Portugal” is rendered based on his map and configuration.

The dial is the work of master enamellers Lucie and Jean Genbrugge, and signed with their signature. This enamel work of art is in exceptionally well-preserved, original condition and offered complete with original certificate of origin, as well as presentation box. The Mercator is a uniquely designed watch and offers collectors something beyond the ordinary.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN

Mercator Cloisonné “Map of Portugal”

58.

An extremely rare limited edition pink gold world time “Bogota” wristwatch with Certificate of Origin and presentation box, one of five made to commemorate the 120th anniversary of Bauer & Co., factory double sealed

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2013

Reference No. 5130R-021 Movement No. 5’769’475 Case No. 4’647’594 Model Name World time Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Automatic Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 39.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 Σ €23,700–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated November 23, 2013 and stamped Bauer, fitted wooden presentation box, leather folio with Patek Philippe Attestation and photograph, product literature and outer packaging.

World-time watches were invented, as is the case with most innovations, out of necessity. With the advent of the industrial age came global trade and travel and, as a direct result, there was a need for timekeeping devices capable of tracking time in multiple locations. The world-time complication, other than being a utilitarian invention, is also a window into our history.

With the rise and fall of nations, one capital replaces another as the reference city for a specific time zone. Patek Philippe was one of the first brands to embrace this new complication in the early 1930s.

Released in 2006, the Patek Philippe reference 5130 World Time is the second modern iteration of the famous timepiece.

Being the successor of the reference 5110, the new model featured essentially the same caliber but in a larger case size at 39.5mm in diameter, compared to the original 37mm option.

The World Time was initially developed by Louis Cottier in 1935, who engineered a system of inner rotating discs indicating 24 cities covering all major time zones. Fast forward to modern times, the mechanism remains largely unchanged due to its simple practicality and ease of use. Produced in all four precious metals including yellow gold, pink gold, white gold, and platinum, the model was sold with numerous dial variants including the present -021 model featuring “Bogota” in red, the capital of Colombia.

The present extremely rare 5130R-021 is one of only five produced, making it among the rarest of all variants of the reference. The watch is offered for the first time by the original owner and was a commemorative wristwatch celebrating the 120th anniversary of Bauer & Co. This example is new-old-stock and remains factory double sealed. The watch is accompanied by its Certificate of Origin dated November 23, 2013, and is stamped Bauer and Co. The included Attestation confirms the watch is one of only five made for this special occasion. The sapphire caseback reads “Limited Edition Joyeria Bauer Bogota 1893 120th Anniversary 1892-2013.” The model was also offered in a limited-edition run of 25 white gold examples.

All variations of the reference were discontinued in 2016 to make way for the new reference 5230. This special world time wristwatch is a rare opportunity to own this modern synthesis of Patek Philippe’s past and present.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5130R Limited Edition for Bogota “Double Sealed”

59.

A highly attractive, oversized, and desirable yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with Certificate of Origin and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2001

Reference No. 5070J-001 Movement No. 3’146’787 Case No. 4’090’654 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 27-70 CHR, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 Σ €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by undated Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin stamped

by Spanish retailer Perodri Joyeros, product literature, leather folio, inner presentation box, and outer box. Further accompanied by Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 2001 and its subsequent sale on February 26, 2001.

The Patek Philippe reference 5070 was the first chronographonly wristwatch released by the firm since the 1960s when production of the iconic water-resistant reference 1463 ceased.

Introduced in 1998 at Basel, it was something of a shock to collectors that Patek would choose to reintroduce their chronograph-only line in such bold fashion—particularly the oversized 42mm case diameter and the dramatically thick, stepped bezel. First released in 18K yellow gold with a black dial, such as the present example, the manufacture drew inspiration for the design of the 5070 from a unique, split-seconds chronograph wristwatch from the early 1950s, the reference 2512.

Later produced in white gold, rose gold, and platinum, the yellow gold reference 5070 was discontinued soon after its launch, yet is the most faithful to the original design inspiration, as it features the same yellow gold case material and black dial color. Even the applied yellow gold Arabic numerals echo the mirrored numerals on the reference 2512. The movement powering the 5070, the caliber 27-70, is based on the Lemania 2310—significantly modified by Patek Philippe. It’s an ébauche that was famously used by Omega through the 1950s and ‘60s as the base for the caliber 321 inside the Speedmaster. In its current form as the caliber 27-70, it features a heavily modified escapement and exceptional finishing by Patek Philippe in their typical style and is stamped with the prestigious Geneva Seal.

Accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin with visible hallmarks on the outer side of the lugs, this neo-vintage Patek Philippe chronograph retains an impressive aesthetic on the wrist, with watchmaking excellence within to back it up.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5070J

60.

An elegant and rare white gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with day and night indication, moonphase, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2011

Reference No. 5270G-001 Movement No. 5’532’613 Case No. 4’541’725 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CH 29-535 PS Q, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $70,000–140,000 Σ €66,200–132,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated December 10, 2011, additional solid caseback, two setting pins, product literature, leather wallet, fitted presentation box, slipcloth, and outer box.

The serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph is one of Patek Philippe’s most historic and iconic timepieces. Its roots date back to 1941 with the creation of the reference 1518.

The reference 5270 is the latest version of this complication

by Patek Philippe, following the 1518 (1941-1951), the 2499 (1951–1987), the 3970 (1987–2004), and finally, the 5970 (2004–2011) that officially marked the end of Patek Philippe’s use of outsourced—and superbly modified—movements for their base chronograph calibers.

The reference 5270 was a truly groundbreaking successor to the brand’s storied perpetual calendar line. With its launch in 2011, it was Patek Philippe’s very first perpetual calendar chronograph with a fully in-house movement.

Versatile and wearable, the present, early example retains its original accessories and is the perfect entry into contemporary high complications from Patek Philippe.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5270G

61.

A very rare and attractive platinum wristwatch with diamond-set dial

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1947

Reference No. 96 Movement No. 960’580 Case No. 300’959 Model Name Calatrava Material

Platinum, diamond

Calibre Manual, cal. 12-120, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Later platinum rope bracelet, max overall length 160mm Clasp/Buckle Platinum clasp Dimensions 31mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed, case back engraved “A mi amigo Jorge de Paco Pico”.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with diamond hour markers in 1947 and its subsequent sale on September 29 of that year.

Patek Philippe’s reference 96 is the archetypal “Calatrava” wristwatch. The model, manufactured from 1932 until 1973, was inspired by the Bauhaus aesthetic canon of “form follows function,” resulting in a timeless purity and harmony of case lines, still echoed today in the firm’s designs. Its success prompted numerous variations, featuring different dial and hand types, as well as caliber modifications with different seconds indication including center seconds, seconds hand at six o’clock, and very rare “no-second” variants, which adds to the model’s design purity. Sophisticated and elegant, the Antoine Gerlach-designed case with long downturned lugs and a large flat bezel has remained relevant for the last 90 years. The reference 96 was most often cased in yellow gold, as well as in stainless steel, pink gold, white gold, and more rarely, in platinum. The present model in platinum with diamond-set indices is one of the most exclusive versions of this iconic reference.

This classic 96 is offered at auction for the first time by the family of the original owner. A long time collector and watch enthusiast, the owner’s collection included many important and lovely timepieces. His appreciation for Patek Philippe included several custom-made wristwatches, which are still cherished by the family today. This lovely example is preserved in wonderful original condition. The watch showcases crisp lugs and full proportions with the platinum marks on the case crisp and visible even without the aid of a loupe. The case back inscription is crisp, while the dial is well-preserved with the long “Patek Philippe & Co.” signature found on pre-1948 wristwatches. The watch is accompanied by a later unsigned platinum bracelet that adds an extra layer of luxury, perfectly complementing the diamond-set dial.

Patek Philippe is cherished by collectors for their technical prowess and timeless design. The reference 96 is an icon in the horological world for its modern design. The present example in platinum with diamond-set dial is a tribute to both its original owner’s exquisite taste and the timelessness of Patek Philippe.

CONSIGNED BY FAMILY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 96 “Platinum”

62.

A very rare and highly attractive pink gold chronograph wristwatch with two tone dial and tachymeter scale

Manufacturer

Vacheron Constantin

Year

1943

Reference No. 4178 Movement No. 431’271 Case No. 270’663 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 434, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Vacheron Constantin pin buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by Vacheron Constantin leather presentation box.

Further accompanied by Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1943.

Collectors consider Vacheron Constantin’s reference 4178 to be one of the most beautiful and perfectly balanced vintage chronographs ever produced by the brand. Launched in 1940 and in production until 1964, the reference is immediately recognizable thanks to its gorgeous and inimitable teardrop lugs with balanced proportions and near-perfect symmetry.

During its production, the timepiece housed two different chronograph calibers: V492 and V434. Research indicates the reference 4178 housing caliber 434 was made in approximately 280 examples in pink gold, and examples with the champagne dial are extraordinarily rare. While many collectors associate Vacheron Constantin with their iconic 1970s 222 sports watch, they should also be remembered for their stunning chronographs of the mid-20th century. Along with the reference 6078 “Cornes des Vache,” the reference 4178 is a monument to memorable case design with a classic look that stands the test of time.

The present watch is highlighted by a vibrant and harmonious two-tone champagne dial with aging and patina creating a warm appeal. The case is well proportioned with faceted lugs and sensual curves that collectors find so attractive.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN

Ref. 4178 “Two-tone Dial”

63.

A fine and attractive limited edition pink gold skeletonized asymmetrical wristwatch with certificate and presentation box, numbered 82 of 100

Manufacturer

Cartier

Year

2021

Reference No. WHTA0011 Case No. 082/100 Model Name Tank Asymétrique Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Mechanical, 9623 MC, 22 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Cartier pin buckle Dimensions 47mm Length and 26mm Width Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $35,000–70,000 Σ €33,100–66,200 Accessories Accompanied by Cartier presentation box, Certificate of Origin, warranty/guarantee card, manual, and service booklet.

Having made its debut in 1936, the Cartier Asymétrique, originally known as the Parallélogramme, was born during an incredibly innovative period when the firm was experimenting with creative designs and form. A twist on the classic Tank model, the Parallélogramme shifted both the case and the dial 30 degrees, laying flat on the wrist. The Parallélogramme perfectly encapsulates Cartier’s design ethos of the 20th century and illustrates how the brand constantly pushed boundaries of form and design. It joins mythical models such as the Cintrée, Crash, and Baignoire Allongée, all of which are cornerstones of Cartier’s brilliant history.

The Tank Asymétrique has been reborn in different forms throughout the 1990s and 2000s, always released as a limited-edition series, underscoring its importance within Cartier’s history.

In 2020, Cartier brought back the Tank Asymétrique and offered the model in platinum, pink gold, and yellow gold.

The present watch is one of just 100 made in rose gold with a completely skeletonized dial and movement. Combining haute horlogerie details with innovative yet classical design, the present timepiece will be a delight for the most passionate Cartier collectors.

CARTIER

Asymmetrique “Squelette”

64.

A strikingly attractive and well-preserved stainless steel wristwatch with bracelet, day, date, moon phase indicators, and “sapphire blue” dial, with guarantee and presentation box

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

1997

Reference No. 25594ST Movement No. 440’689 Case No. D-87626; No. 1913 Model Name Royal Oak Day-Date Moon Phase “Yves Klein” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2224/2825, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max approximate overall length 170mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin dated November 7, 1997, instruction manual, octagonal presentation box, and outer box.

Having already launched the Royal Oak in 1972 as the first luxury stainless steel sports watch with an integrated bracelet, Audemars Piguet sought to develop the Royal Oak into a diverse range of timepieces offering collectors a variety of complications. In 1985, the firm released the ref.

25594, featuring a sleek 36mm diameter case with calendar functions indicating the day, date, and moon phase.

The present example of the reference 25594 is cased in stainless steel and fitted with a striking electric blue dial, nicknamed “Yves Klein,” for its precise resemblance to the Nouveau-Realisme artist’s signature color. The Extract from the Archives confirms that this reference 25594 was indeed born with the “Yves Klein” blue dial. The petite tapisserie dial treated with this vibrant blue color gives a highly lacquered effect, glistening in contrast to the steel case and white printing. Very few steel reference 25594s have appeared fitted with such a distinct coloration, as standard versions were offered with cream, silver, or black dials. Moreover, “Yves Klein” dials were fitted to very few Royal Oaks across all references, subsequently becoming some of the most coveted variations. Its collectability is augmented by its wearable 36mm case, offered here in superb overall condition and complete with its original suite of accessories.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 25594ST Royal Oak Day-Date Moonphase “Yves Klein”

65.

A rare and unusual pink gold wristwatch with small seconds, oversized date, power reserve indication, black mother-of-pearl dial and diamond-set bezel, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

A. Lange & Söhne

Year

2010

Reference No. 813.043 Movement No. 68’682 Case No. 177’051 Model Name The Little 1 Soirée Material

18K pink gold, mother-of-pearl and diamond

Calibre Manual, cal. L901.4, 53 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle Dimensions 36.1mm diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne presentation box, certificate, guarantee booklet,and small leather binder.

As the signature model for the firm, the Lange 1 was launched in 1994 as one of the first four watches to be serially produced after the revitalization of the brand by Walter Lange. With its classical and timeless golden ratio dial design and simple yet handsome movement, the Lange 1 immediately captivated the attention of connoisseurs.

In 1997, the firm released a downsized version of the Lange 1 via the introduction of the Little Lange 1, with a reduced case diameter of 36.1mm.

Throughout the years, the Little Lange 1 continued to flourish with various case metals and dial materials, often paired with a diamond-set bezel. While various dial designs were featured, those featuring guilloché and mother-of-pearl dials have become especially coveted in recent years.

The present Little Lange 1 Soirée in pink gold is a rarely offered configuration, as it features a beautiful black Tahitian motherof-pearl dial with stunning iridescence. Offered in hardly worn condition and complete with its box and guarantee, it is an ideal companion with a mesmerizing dial and harmonious case profile.

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

Little Lange 1 “Black Mother-of-Pearl”

66.

An elegant and attractive white gold and diamond-set wristwatch with polished titanium dial, three-dimensional moonphase, certificate of origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

De Bethune

Year

Circa 2015

Reference No. DB25sJWS1 Movement No. DB.E.004.038 Case No. No. 15 Model Name DB25SJ Starry Night Material

18K white gold, diamonds

Calibre Manual, cal. DB 2105, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold and diamond-set De Bethune pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by De Bethune undated Certificate of Origin, instruction manual, travel case, fitted presentation box, and slipcloth.

The inclusion of diamonds and smaller case sizes in contemporary horology is often seen as an indication of a brand appeasing women collectors without truly engaging with what they want. The DB25 “Starry Night” is the exception that proves the rule. Such a well-designed tribute to haute joaillerie and horlogerie combined cannot be better represented than the present example.

The dark gleam of the mirror-polished blued titanium dial sets the stage of the cosmic Geneva sky. Illuminating the sky are delicate white gold and diamond stars that twinkle among the ever-wild night sky. Most impressive is the signature spherical moon phase of the brand, star-studded and casted in platinum and steel. The moon phase rotates on its own axis with exceptionally accurate precision that will diverge from astronomical reality by a mere one-day difference every 122 years. This exceptional creation was personalized by request; the starry sky can mimic a specific geographical place and date.

With a sinuous case of 40mm in diameter with De Bethune’s signature hollow lugs, the firm goes further on bejeweling the center caseband with beautiful baguette-cut diamonds that resonate harmoniously with the star-lit dial. Powered by the hand-crafted DB2024 movement sporting a mirror-polished finish on the annular balance and triple pare-chute shockabsorbing system, the mechanism can be admired on the reverse of the timepiece. It is believed that, since 2012, only 12 examples of this reference have been made, with this one being assigned number 15. Drawing the bridge between innovation and elegance, the present example would be a superb addition to the collection of any enthusiast of independent watchmaking.

DE BETHUNE

DB25 “Starry Night”

67.

An absolutely sublime and extremely rare white gold wristwatch with day, date, bracelet, and jasper hard stone dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1984

Reference No. 18039 Movement No. 0’055’332 Case No. 8031768, inside caseback stamped 18000 Model Name Day-Date Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 3055, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K white gold Rolex President bracelet, endlinks stamped “55”, max length 180mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Rolex concealed folding clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000

Commonly referred to as the “President’s watch,” the Rolex Day-Date has garnered iconic status since its initial release in 1956. Predominantly encased in precious metals, the Day-Date is one of the most diverse range of wristwatches that Rolex has to offer, with examples in varying sizes, case and dial materials, dial configurations, and with dazzling gem-setting.

The present Day-Date from circa 1984 falls into one of the rarest categories of the model. The reference 18039, was first introduced by Rolex in 1978, upgraded from the famed and much-loved ref. 1803, most notably with a sapphire crystal. Encased in white gold, the present example features an extremely rare “jasper” dial. Further enhancing its importance is the fact that the dial’s color is a deep and vibrant monochrome green shade, reminiscent of the color the brand itself is associated with.

With most “jasper” dials found in yellow gold cases, and many of them being red jasper dials (commonly referred to as “bloodstone”), this white gold case with green jasper dial is considered to be one of the rarest configurations for this reference. Presented in outstanding overall condition and most probably unpolished, it is an exceptional example for the connoisseur.

ROLEX

Ref. 18038 Day-Date “Jasper”

68.

A rare and impressive diamond-set white gold wristwatch with date, warranty, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Richard Mille

Year

2007

Reference No. RM007 AF Movement No. N. 0074 Case No. 042 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. RM 007 mechanical, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold with diamonds Richard Mille clasp Dimensions 31mm x 45.5mm Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $80,000–120,000 Σ €75,700–114,000 Accessories Accompanied by original Richard Mille certificate, box, travel case, and two additional rubber straps.

Founded in 2001 by Richard Mille himself, the company has rapidly become synonymous with cutting-edge technology, avant-garde design, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Its importance in the Swiss watchmaking industry lies in its relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries by utilizing exotic materials, such as carbon composites and sapphire crystal, and creating exceptionally lightweight, shock-resistant, and complex timepieces.

A particularly attractive example of an RM 007, it features a beautiful white gold case set with 650 diamonds, weighing over 4.845 carats. The beautifully diamond-set semi-skeletonized dial is also inlayed with a piece of black onyx stone, further extending this watch’s attractiveness. Inside ticks an innovative, self-winding movement with rotor in grade 5 titanium, and a tungsten carbide rotor system containing 18K gold micro-beads.

The present watch, consigned by the original owner, is complete with its full set of accessories and preserved in excellent condition.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

RICHARD MILLE RM007

69.

A very fine and highly attractive platinum perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with moon phase, leap year, day and night indications, Certificate of Origin and additional solid back

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2017

Reference No. 5204P Movement No. 5’252’991 Case No. 6’135’121 Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 29-535 PS Q Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $120,000–240,000 Σ €114,000–227,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated June 13, 2017, additional solid back, setting pin, hang tag, leather folio and product literature.

Launched in 2012, the reference 5204 featured the manufacturer’s first in-house split-seconds perpetual chronograph, caliber CHR 29-535 PS Q, replacing the former Lemania-based caliber CHR 27-70Q. The watch was updated with a 40mm diameter case, featuring a day and night indication in place of the 24-hour indicator, baton numerals replacing the former applied gold Arabic numerals and a slight tweak in the layout of the dial with a noticeable “upside down” moon-phase display resembling a “smile.” The reference was released first in platinum with an opaline silver dial and, two years later, a black dial version was launched, with pink gold variants subsequently released. The addition of a split-second chronograph complication propels the watch into the ultimate echelon of watchmaking; the split-second chronograph being one of the most daunting complications to execute, together with the minute repeater. Such mechanical prowess coupled with the generous proportions of the watch and the quintessentially Patek Philippe design of the piece made the reference 5204 an instant classic, highly coveted by collectors.

Consigned by the original owner, the present watch is accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, presentation box, additional hard case back, hang tag, and setting pin. The watch is preserved in outstanding overall condition and was probably only worn a handful of times. The reference 5204 is a milestone timepiece, featuring Patek Philippe’s innovative in-house movement and representing a new beginning in Patek Philippe’s long, traditional history.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5204P “Black Dial”

70.

A very rare and attractive limited edition platinum tourbillon wristwatch with small seconds, date, power reserve indication, and box; numbered 122 of a limited edition of 150 pieces

Manufacturer

A. Lange & Söhne

Year

2000

Reference No. 704.025 Movement No. 16’150 Case No. 129372; 122/150 Model Name Lange 1 Tourbillon Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. L961.1, 49 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Platinum A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle Dimensions 38.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne associated presentation box.

Further delivered with A. Lange & Söhne Proof of Origin certificate dated 17 August 2020.

Though the original Lange 1 was first released in 1994, it was only in 2000 that A. Lange & Söhne decided to build on this seminal timepiece with a tourbillon version. Previously, the only tourbillon in the catalogue was the Pour le Mérite. Alongside 250 pieces in 18K pink gold, only 150 pieces of the Lange 1 Tourbillon in platinum were ever produced, and very few have appeared at public auction.

The Lange 1 Tourbillon marries technical mastery, classic Teutonic design, and rarity in a 38.5mm package. Similar to the Lange 1 “Stealth,” its tonal silver dial and white gold hands perfectly complement the icy platinum case, with the aperture for the tourbillon the only indication there is something more within. The manual-wind caliber L961.1 is masterfully and exquisitely finished, with a hand-engraved balance cock that’s unique to the craftsperson who worked on it. The present Lange 1 Tourbillon is numbered 122 of 150; it’s preserved in exemplary condition.

A. LANGE & SÖHNE

Lange 1 Tourbillon

71.

A large and impressive white gold and Zalium tourbillon wristwatch with skeletonized dial, warranty, and presentation box; numbered 14 of a limited edition of 20

Manufacturer

Harry Winston

Year

Circa 2009

Reference No. HCOMDT48WZ001 Case No. 036’824; No. 14 of 20 Model Name Histoire de Tourbillon No. 1 Material

18K white gold and Zalium

Calibre Manual, cal. HW1007, 48 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Harry Winston buckle Dimensions 48mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 Σ €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by Harry Winston blank international warranty, instruction booklet, polishing cloth, gloves, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

Well-known for showcasing innovative complications from independent watchmakers with their Opus series,Harry Winston decided to write a love letter in 2009 to one specific aspect of watchmaking: the tourbillon.

Launched in only 20 examples, which eventually spawned 10 subsequent models, the Histoire De Tourbillon family is dedicated to the most contemporary executions of Breguet’s original “whirlwind” escapement. Partnering with Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey’s CompliTime workshop, Harry Winston presented this magnificent timepiece in a combination of 18 karat white gold and their proprietary Zalium alloy. Mysteriously suspended at 12 o’clock are two fast rotating inclined tourbillons, each taking only 36 seconds per revolution and angled so that they are never found in a single plane, ensuring that the effects of gravity are always countered. There is a control panel on the other side (perhaps inspired by Harry Winston’s Opus V collaboration) for precision time setting, while the manual-wind movement provides 48 hours of running autonomy.

This example is offered in excellent condition by the original owner, with minimal signs of wear, and comes complete with its full complement of box, warranty, booklets, polishing cloth, and gloves.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

HARRY WINSTON

Histoire de Tourbillion No. 1

72.

An innovative and attractive limited edition stainless steel flying tourbillon wristwatch with setting and winding indicator, power reserve, warranty card, and presentation box; number 9 of 12 pieces

Manufacturer

Grönefeld

Year

Circa 2014

Movement No. 319 Case No. 9 Model Name Parallax Tourbillon 1912 Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal.G-03, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Grönefeld pin buckle Dimensions 43mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 Σ €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Grönefeld Warranty Card, fitted presentation box, product literature, and outer packaging.

Grönefeld introduced the Parallax Tourbillon 1912 in 2014 with the aim of improving the overall functionality of the tourbillon in a wristwatch. Parallax refers to the observed displacement of an object caused by the change of the viewer’s point of view.

In the case of the wristwatch, the readability of the central seconds hand against the seconds chapter ring is affected by the wearer’s wrist position, which can lead to timing errors. The raised seconds chapter ring on the three-dimensional dial sits just below the seconds hand, designed to eliminate the chance of error, allowing for a more accurate reading.

Additionally, the in-house caliber G-03 was made with a unique hacking and resetting mechanism. With a main plate comprised of rhodium-plated nickel silver and hand-polished stainless steel bridges, the movement is exceptionally well-finished. The crown is pushed in for winding and setting, as indicated by the sector on the dial at four o’clock. When the setting position is selected, the flying tourbillon and seconds hand will reset to the 12 o’clock position and then stop. This mechanism allows the wearer to precisely set and synchronize the wristwatch to the reference time.

The model was produced in both pink gold and stainless steel examples, both of which are long sold out. It was awarded the prestigious Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève award for the Best Tourbillon watch. Consigned by the original owner, the present watch, number nine of only 12 produced, is in near new condition and is accompanied by the Grönefeld warranty card and presentation box. Today the brand is highly sought after for its innovative watchmaking, outstanding finishing, and aesthetically pleasing designs. Grönefeld watches sell out quickly, making this is a very rare opportunity for a collector.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

GRÖNEFELD

Parallax Tourbillon

73.

A very rare and exceptional pink gold tourbillon wristwatch with constant force remontoire, power reserve, dead beat second, pink gold bracelet, certificate of authenticity and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2004

Case No. 069-04TN Model Name Tourbillon Souverain Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 1403, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K pink gold F.P. Journe bracelet Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold double deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $120,000–240,000 Σ €114,000–227,000 Accessories Accompanied by a F.P. Journe Certificate of Authenticity dated November 15, 2022, fitted wooden presentation box, additional crocodile strap with 18K pink gold Journe pin buckle, polish cloth, product literature and outer packaging.

François-Paul Journe is a modern master who brings technical skill and innovation to wristwatches that are classically designed with a contemporary vibe. His company was established in 1999 and follows the motto “Invenit et Fecit” ([He] invented it and made it), an indication the brands’ watches are both designed and produced in-house. His first Tourbillon Souverain Remointoir d’Egalité was designated as the “T”, and in 2003, Journe pushed the boundaries of his timekeeping masterpiece further, upgrading the “T” to the “TN” model (“Tourbillon Nouveau”)—the Tourbillon Souverain Remontoire d’Egalité avec Seconde Morte.

“Seconde Morte,” the art of making time stand still, is the French term for “dead beat seconds.” This complication requires the utmost precision to reliably stop and restart the seconds hand as the escapement continues to beat—not moving until one second has elapsed, then jumping forward to the next second.

The combination of a tourbillon with a constant force mechanism created a timepiece designed for precision timekeeping. With an 18 karat pink gold movement, and cased predominantly in platinum as well as pink gold, the 40mm Tourbillon Souverain was discontinued in 2018.

Offered for the first time at auction by the original owner, the present tourbillon is powered by the in-house, manually wound 18 karat pink gold caliber 1304, featuring a central twin barrel for 56 hours of power reserve. It also features the coveted and extremely elegant pink gold bracelet. The present pink gold example was freshly serviced by F.P. Journe, and is offered with its authentication certificate and original presentation box.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

F.P. JOURNE

Tourbillon Souverain

74.

PATEK PHILIPPE — A very rare and exceptional oversized white gold cushioned shaped quartz wristwatch with date, integrated bracelet, and Certificate of Origin

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1971

Reference No. 3587/2 Movement No. 5’766 Case No. 2’699’728 Model Name Beta-21 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Quartz, cal. CEH Beta-21, 13 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K white gold integral Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 205mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe buckle Dimensions 43mm Width Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin confirming the blue dial and white gold case and bracelet. Further accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture of the present watch in 1971 and its subsequent sale on July 5th, 1971.

The Quartz Revolution of the late 1960s and early ‘70s brought profound change to the Swiss watchmaking industry, as brands were forced to compete against low-cost, battery-powered watches produced in mass by Japanese companies. It’s well-known that Swiss watchmakers worked to reinvent their offerings and marketing efforts at the time. However, in the formative years of quartz technology, Patek Philippe, along with other makers including Rolex, Omega, and Piaget, began to research quartz movements, coming together to form the Centre Electronique Horloger (CEH), in 1962. Seeking to develop alternatives to mechanical watchmaking with greater precision, the CEH first released the Beta-1 movement in 1966, with the ground-breaking Beta-21 movement following in 1969, delivering unprecedented accuracy of just five seconds deviation per month. The cooperating brands agreed to produce 6,000 Beta21 movements that would be shared among the group.

Patek Philippe’s reference 3587 was introduced in 1969 at Basel as their first quartz wristwatch. It was the largest-diameter, serially produced wristwatch ever made by Patek Philippe at the time, measuring an impressive 43mm in diameter. The watch is the synthesis of 1970s modernity with an oversized cushion-shaped case and screw-down caseback that is opulent and glamorous. The present example with integrated bracelet, weighing almost 200 grams, is in excellent overall condition with a shimmering blue dial and luminous hour markers and hands that have all aged nicely over time. Accompanied with its original Certificate of Origin, the 3587/2 is a watch that has a unique place in history, introduced at a time of great change in the world, from politics to fashion, setting out to counter threats to the world of traditional European haute horlogerie.

75.

PATEK PHILIPPE — An elegant limited edition white gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases, leap year indicator, Roman numerals, hobnail bezel, Certificate of Origin and presentation box, one of a limited edition of 500 pieces

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1997

Reference No. 5038G Movement No. 776’302 Case No. 4’008’451 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240 Q, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 Σ €23,700–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin confirming black dial with Roman numerals, setting pin, numbered envelope, product literature, leather folio, and Patek Philippe automatic winding box.

Released as a limited edition of 500 pieces, the Patek Philippe reference 5038 was released exclusively in white gold, a perpetual calendar wristwatch powered by the firm’s innovative self-winding caliber 240 Q with a micro-rotor.

With its launch in 1996, over a decade after the introduction of the reference 3940, the 5038 mirrors its sister reference closely, sharing a movement and case shape. However, the reference 5038 adds a bit of flair with its hobnail decorated bezel and a black lacquered dial with white painted Roman numerals.

The present example is offered with its full set of accessories and preserved in excellent overall condition. For collectors looking to acquire a handsome and rare perpetual calendar by Patek Philippe, this is the perfect option.

76.

A rare and well-preserved platinum perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, additional solid caseback, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1996

Reference No. 3970E Movement No. 3’045’441 Case No. 2’994’037 Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 27-70 Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 Σ €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe presentation box, additional solid caseback, white gold setting pin, and later Patek Philippe hang tag. Further accompanied by Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1996, and its subsequent sale on July 23rd, 1996.

Launched in 1986 as the replacement for the reference 2499, the 3970 featured a heavily modified Lemania-based movement over the Valjoux-based calibers used in the earlier 1518 and 2499 references. The 36mm diameter case had a decidedly modern appeal with the dial including both leap year and 24-hour indication for the first time. It is estimated that throughout its course of production over 4,000 examples of the reference were produced in yellow gold, pink gold, white gold, and platinum chronographs across a total of four series with production spanning over 19 years. The model was modified during its production and today can be classified in one of four series: • First series (1986–1988)—Features a snap back case, feuille hands and rectangular indexes. Only produced in yellow gold.

• Second series (1987–1990)—Features a solid screw-back case “E – Etanche,” feuille hands and baton indexes.

• Third series (1989–1995)—Features a solid screw back case “E – Etanche” with an extra sapphire caseback, baton hands, and lapidated indexes.

• Fourth series (1994–2004)—Same configuration as the third series however there is a change in serial number ranges for the movement and case numbers, and from 1997 onwards sold with a deployant clasp.

The present third series example is fresh to the market and is presented with its additional hard caseback, presentation box and setting pin. The reference 3970E has become highly sought-after, and this lovely example will impress collectors seeking one of Patek Philippe’s iconic perpetual calendar chronograph models.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3970E

77.

An extremely rare and desirable perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with black dial, Certificate of Authenticity, moon phase, additional solid caseback and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2010

Reference No. 5004G-015 Movement No. 3’275’271 Case No. 4’499’029 Material

4’499’029

Calibre Manual, cal. CH 27-70Q, 28 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 Σ €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Authenticity dated September 3, 2010, wooden presentation box, additional solid case back, hang tag, setting pin, leather portfolio with images, product literature and outer packaging.

One of the great classics of modern Patek Philippe history, the reference 5004 was produced between 1994 and 2010. It is the first Patek Philippe serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with split-seconds. Together with the reference 5070 and 5970, it is the last Patek Philippe model to employ the “Nouvelle Lemania”-based caliber. The aesthetics of the watch are based on the reference 3970, with subtle differences: the vast majority of dials feature large Arabic numerals instead of baton markers most often found on the ref. 3970; the case is thicker and 0.8 mm wider as a result of the split-seconds complication, granting it a more substantial wrist presence.

The intricacy of the split-seconds module added to the already complex perpetual calendar chronograph and the extremely high finishing standard of the company commanded an incredibly slow production rate. Out of the five serially produced materials used for the 5004 – being yellow gold, white gold, pink gold, platinum, and stainless steel – white gold is believed to be the rarest with only 26 examples known to-date.

The present fresh-to-market reference 5004 in white gold is offered by the original owner and accompanied with all its original accessories as delivered by the factory. Further enhancing the present lot’s desirability, this ref. 5004G-015 is only the ninth example fitted with the black baton dial configuration to appear on the public market. Widely thought of as one of the most desirable contemporary references by Patek Philippe, the combination of the subtle luster of white gold, rarity, and completeness make this an exceptional acquisition for the discerning collector.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5004/G

78.

An exceptionally rare, important, and extremely well preserved white gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3700 Nautilus “Jumbo White Gold”

Patek Philippe, with the introduction of the Nautilus in 1976, created one of the most iconic and classic wristwatches of the late 20th century. It was a new era of luxury and glamour.

Gérald Genta’s design, inspired by the portholes of transatlantic ocean liners, was named after Captain Nemo’s Nautilus submarine from Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. The “Jumbo” case with wide flat bezel, integrated link bracelet, and ultra-thin automatic movement was strikingly different than the small, round, yellow gold hand-wound watches that dominated the era.

Previously purchased at auction in 2016 by the consignor, this exceptionally rare white gold Nautilus is fitted with its original dial with luminous baton hour markers, confirmed by the Extract from the Archives. The case is in remarkable condition with its original factory polished and brushed finishing present, while the dial has developed an almost fumé blue-black effect, with traces of pleasing tropicalization beginning to appear. Its bracelet is in a similar, well-preserved state of preservation, remaining taut, with crisp finishing throughout, clearly indicating it was hardly worn throughout its nearly 50-year life.

78.

An exceptionally rare, important, and extremely well preserved white gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1978

Reference No. 3700/1 Movement No. 1’306’573 Case No. 540’638 Model Name Nautilus “Jumbo” Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 28-255 C, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K white gold Patek Philippe Nautilus bracelet, overall approx. max length 210mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Nautilus folding clasp, additionally stamped Gay Frères Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $400,000–800,000 €378,000–757,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1978 and its subsequent sale on January 14, 1980.

Only 11 examples of the white gold Nautilus reference 3700 are known, and only nine with the present dial, and recently, Patek Philippe saw fit to pay tribute to these few early examples by releasing the reference 5811/1G. The condition and ultimate rarity of this white gold Nautilus make it a must-have trophy watch for the discerning collector.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3700 Nautilus “Jumbo White Gold”

THE NEW YORK WATCH AUCTION: NINE SESSION 2 10 DECEMBER 2023, 10AM LOTS 79–156

79.

A unique yellow gold, shock-resistant, solar-powered multifunction wristwatch with analog display and radio-controlled precision timekeeping, sold to benefit charity

G-SHOCK is widely recognized as a leader in producing function-first timepieces that can stand up to anything. In recent years, the brand has grown from its strictly utilitarian roots with an emphasis on developing G-SHOCK’s more premium segment. These watches build on the toughas-nails G-SHOCK platform with the use of higher quality materials, finishing techniques that often evoke traditional Japanese craftsmanship, as well as the brand’s full suite of top-notch technical specifications.

The high-water mark of this segment came five years ago, when G-SHOCK introduced the “Dream Project,” a small run of 35 solid-gold G-Shock watches that carried an MSRP of approximately USD $70,000. However, this year, for G-SHOCK’s 40th anniversary, they’ve pushed the limit even further.

The new G-Shock “Dream Project #2” G-D001 is a one-of-akind G-Shock crafted from 18k yellow gold with an exterior case designed with the assistance of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Forty years of G-SHOCK data was provided to a custom AI system that generated a three-dimensional model optimized for factors including structural strength, material characteristics, and processing methods.

Through a back-and-forth process with human G-SHOCK designers, the result is the original, organic structure seen here. The unique design offers weight reduction and enhanced shock absorption abilities. The unusual precisionmolded construction of the bezel and strap were crafted using a lost-wax casting process most often found in the world of jewelry. The components – all crafted from 18k yellow gold with zero resin buffering – were then handpolished to achieve a gorgeous luster.

The dial is effectively transparent, revealing a first-of-its-kind movement construction for G-SHOCK. Silicon gears and ruby bearings are visible within the brushed metal mainplate.

High-efficiency solar cells are placed on the periphery of the dial to power the timekeeping. Need an extra light source?

G-SHOCK even built a glowing red ring that can be activated at the press of a button to enable a perpetual internal power source.

CASIO

G-Shock 40th Anniversary Dream Project #2

79.

A unique yellow gold, shock-resistant, solar-powered multifunction wristwatch with analog display and radio-controlled precision timekeeping, sold to benefit charity

While the internal movement modules of these watches may still be quartz, it’s quartz that uses the brand’s Multi-Band 6 timekeeping to receive signals from atomic radio towers around the world for to-the-second precision. The watch also says goodbye to G-SHOCK’s conventional digital displays for a fully analog one using multiple independent handsets for the various complications (including dual time and elapsed time), resulting in an impressive amount of continuous kinetic action on the wrist.

The “Dream Project #2” unique piece is delivered inside a special display box in the shape of a tower with a front cover that can be removed to best highlight the one-of-a-kind wristwatch. The partially openworked box is further decorated with the model numbers of past and present G-SHOCK timepieces. An LED light is housed inside the box, offering indirect lighting to showcase the G-D001 in all its golden glory.

CASIO

G-Shock 40th Anniversary Dream Project #2

79.

A unique yellow gold, shock-resistant, solar-powered multifunction wristwatch with analog display and radio-controlled precision timekeeping, sold to benefit charity

Manufacturer

Casio

Year

2023

Reference No. G-D001 Model Name G-SHOCK 40th Anniversary Dream Project #2 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Solar powered, radio-controlled quartz Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold bracelet, max overall length 205mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold G-SHOCK deployant clasp Dimensions 45.1mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement and clasp signed.

Estimate $70,000–140,000 • ∞ €66,400–133,000 Accessories Accompanied by unique, openworked presentation box.

Subject to local laws, the buyer of this Lot may be entitled to claim a charitable contribution deduction. Under IRS regulations, a deduction will be limited to the excess of the lot’s hammer price paid over its fair market value. Phillips good faith estimate of the Lot’s fair market value is USD $105,000.

Bidders are strongly advised to consult their own tax advisors to determine the application of their local tax laws to their specific circumstances and whether a charitable contribution deduction is available to them.

The present watch, photographed and presented to the public, is a functional prototype. The final version of the G-D001, customized for the buyer’s location will be delivered to the winning bidder during the first quarter of 2024.

The present watch, photographed and presented to the public, is a functional prototype. Bidders acknowledge and agree that the Lot received by the buyer will be a new watch that may differ from the prototype available for inspection prior to the Auction.

The final version of the G-D001, customized for the buyer’s location, is expected to be delivered to the buyer during the first quarter of 2024. Bidders agree that Casio is solely responsible for creating the watch and the schedule for completion. If bidders have any questions, they should contact Casio directly.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

CASIO

G-Shock 40th Anniversary Dream Project #2

80.

IWC — A rare and attractive limited edition stainless steel world-time wristwatch with date, GMT, warranty, and presentation box; number 20 of 20 pieces

Manufacturer

IWC

Year

Circa 2014

Reference No. IW326201 Case No. No. 20/20, 3’838’778 Model Name Pilot Worldtimer “Tïesto 24/7” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 30750, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel IWC deployant clasp Dimensions 45mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $3,500–7,000 • €3,300–6,600 Accessories Accompanied by an IWC International Warranty dated December 2014, Tïesto card confirming limited edition watch 20 of 20, presentation box, additional leather strap, product literature, and polish cloth.

Founded in 1868, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen’s first pilot’s watch was introduced in 1936, designed for civilian aviation and known today as the “Mark IX.” The model was the beginning of a long line of exceptional tool watches, which over the decades were upgraded with better movements like the chronometer grade caliber 89, and with novel case materials like ceramic. In 2012, IWC added a new and distinctive complication, the world time function found on the reference 3262-01.

The new model, in a 45mm diameter stainless steel case, had the appearance of the famed Pilot’s watch, but the dial featured a counter rotating 24-hour chapter ring with outer rehaut with 24 world cities to indicate each time zone. Unlike other brands’ world time wristwatches, IWC’s complication featured a fixed world city ring with London at the 12 o’clock position with the user changing the time indication at the center through the crown.

The present limited edition Pilot Worldtimer, number 20, honors the famed Dutch DJ and record producer Tïesto (Tijs Michiel Verwest, born 1969), named “Greatest DJ of All Time” by Mix Magazine in 2011, and in 2013, “the best DJ of the last twenty years.” The wristwatch is highlighted by the engraved caseback reading “20 Years Tïesto 24/7.” Featuring the automatic caliber 30750, a modified ETA 2892, the wristwatch is the classic Pilot’s Worldtimer with white legible Arabic numerals except for the 12, three, six, and nine o’clock markers, the day and night indication, the date, and the world-time function. The watch is in excellent condition with almost no visible wear. Offered by the original owner, it is accompanied by its original warranty card dated December 2014, the information card confirming the limited production number of 20 timepieces, and the box.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

81.

IWC — A fine and attractive yellow gold split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with day and date, certificate of authenticity, and presentation box

Manufacturer

IWC

Year

1993

Reference No. 3711 Case No. 2’552’053 Model Name Pilot’s Watch Double Chronograph Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 79030, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold IWC pin buckle Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $6,000–8,000 Σ €5,700–7,600 Accessories Accompanied by IWC Certificate of Authenticity confirming date of delivery on December 6, 1993, fitted wooden presentation box, additional date wheel and day wheel in Italian, repair warranty card dated August 27, 2014, additional crocodile strap and 18K gold IWC pin buckle, product literature and outer packaging.

At IWC, Günther Blümlein, the legendary technical director, in the early 1990s asked Richard Habring to think outside the box to create a caliber for the brand that could withstand the tolerance required by a split-seconds mechanism. Starting with the robust ETA 7750 chronograph movement, with its automatic winding system removed, the resulting base movement was thinner. A split seconds mechanism needed to be developed that would fit onto this modified caliber 7750, and Habring studied a Heuer pocket watch with split seconds housing a Valjoux 9 caliber. Doing away with the column wheel, he created a split seconds module thin enough to fit on top of the caliber 7750.

IWC’s new split seconds chronograph was named the Pilot Doppel Chronograph, the reference 3711, and was launched in 1992 with the caliber 79030 as the brand’s first serially produced split-seconds chronograph watch. It was the progenitor of a long line of distinguished tool watches that followed. The model was produced from 1993–1995 in stainless steel, yellow gold, and platinum. The watches were offered with black, white, and brown matte dials, along with calendars in English, German, Italian, and French. The present model is a rarely seen reference 3711-03 in yellow gold with black matte dial and English calendar. Preserved in excellent condition with sharp hallmarks, it is offered complete with an additional Italian calendar ring, as well as the original IWC Certificate of Authenticity dated December 6, 1993.

82.

A. LANGE & SÖHNE — An attractive limited edition honey gold wristwatch with moonphase, guarantee, and presentation box, made to commemorate the 165th anniversary of A. Lange & Söhne

Manufacturer

A. Lange & Söhne

Year

CIRCA 2011

Reference No. 212.050 Movement No. 84’207 Case No. No. 248/265, 194’206 Model Name Homage to F. A. Lange “1815 Moonphase” Material

18K honey gold

Calibre Manual, cal. L948.2, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K honey gold pin buckle Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories A. Lange & Söhne International Guarantee dated July 20, 2011, fitted presentation box, setting pin, polish cloth, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

Launched in 2010, Walter Lange introduced the F. A. Lange 1815 Moonphase as a tribute to both his great-grandfather Ferdinand Adolph Lange and as a celebration of the brand’s 165th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the firm produced three commemorative timepieces each using their proprietary 18 karat honey gold alloy. In addition to the 1815 Moonphase, which was produced in 265 pieces, A. Lange & Söhne also released a Tourbograph Pour le Mérite and a Lange 1 Tourbillon. The proprietary honey gold alloy is harder (over 300 on the Vickers hardness scale) and more durable, making it more resistant to scratching, while adding a warm hue to the timepiece. On the movement, the typical Glashütte stripes are replaced with a radial finish extending out from the center, matching the guilloché pattern on the dial side.

In addition to the unusual gold alloy, A. Lange & Söhne engineers developed a highly precise moon-phase gear train, which requires no correction to the moon-phase display for 1,000 years as long as the watch is kept wound. The present example, number 248, is preserved in excellent condition and is complete with its guarantee, setting pin, product literature, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

83.

PATEK PHILIPPE — A fine and attractive white gold chronograph wristwatch with pulsometer scale, Certificate of Origin and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2017

Reference No. 5170G Movement No. 5’751’872 Case No. 4’633’187 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CH29-535 PA AIG.1, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 39.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract Certificate of Origin dated March 31, 2017 and stamped Cortina Watch Co., Ltd, fitted wooden presentation box, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging

The reference 5170, cased in yellow gold, was introduced in 2010 housing the first in-house “simple” chronograph movement by Patek Philippe. It replaced the 12-year run of the reference 5070, the first Patek chronograph to be produced since the discontinuation of the iconic vintage reference 1463 in the late 1960s. The reference 5070 was significantly larger than the 5170, at 42mm in diameter, and housed a Lemaniabased chronograph movement modified and finished by Patek Philippe.

The white gold version of the reference 5170 was introduced in 2013, with the distinction of having a dial with applied Breguet hour markers and pulsometer scale. With a slim yet sizable case profile, the 5170 is highly discreet and wearable—a perfect watch for the office, a board meeting, or for weekend wear.

Stamped with the Patek Philippe seal, the caliber CH 29-535 PS winds smoothly and beautifully, and the chronograph pushers have extremely satisfying haptics. The present example is offered by the original owner, complete with its original accessories.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

84.

An unusual and rare white gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with Roman numerals, moon phase, Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, setting pin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2006

Reference No. 3940G-025 Movement No. 3’127’478 Case No. 4’260’804 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240 Q, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 Σ €23,700–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated February 28, 2006, confirming white dial, Roman numerals, and English language indications, product literature, leather folio, additional solid caseback, setting pin, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

The reference 3940 is part of Patek Philippe’s extraordinary history producing complicated timepieces reaching back to the first serially produced perpetual calendar wristwatch, the reference 1526 in 1941. First launched in 1985, the reference 3940 replaced Patek Philippe’s existing perpetual calendar wristwatch, the reference 3450. Featuring a circular-shaped case, the new model presented a decidedly more “modern” aesthetic with a less angular design than its predecessor.

Until its discontinuation, it was one of Patek Philippe’s longest running references ever.

Though white gold examples are rare, the present lot’s rarity and aesthetic appeal is enhanced by the highly interesting lacquered white dial with applied black Roman numerals and blackened handset. Visually quite striking, examples with this dial configuration appear rarely across the different case metals. Further, this 3940—from the very end of the production period—is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin confirming the Roman dial, as well as its additional solid caseback and setting pin.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3940G "Romans"

85.

An early stainless steel wristwatch with center seconds, date, bracelet, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2008

Reference No. 5711/1A-001 Movement No. 3’643’905 Case No. 4’945’015 Model Name Nautilus Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, 324 SC with Poinçon de Genève, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, max length 200mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, bracelet, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated November 17, 2008, leather folio, product literature, hang tag, outer packaging and fitted presentation box.

During its 15-year production run, the 5711 Nautilus became more than “just a watch,” building a reputation that surpassed the once niche community of watch collecting and extending an invitation out to the wider universe, drawing many more passionate and curious people into the world of watches.

Despite this all-encompassing success, many collectors are only now starting to familiarize themselves with the details of how the model evolved over its lifetime.

Among the earlier examples produced, a small number of these watches are adorned with the Poinçon de Genève, also known as the Geneva seal, making this example one of those transitional iterations before the brand started adorning their watches with the Patek Philippe seal.

Fresh-to-the-market and from the original owner, the present Patek Philippe Nautilus has been worn no more than a handful of times; further, it’s complete with its full set of accessories.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Reference 5711/1A Nautilus

86.

An appealing and attractive pink gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moonphase, leap year and day/night indication with Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2016

Reference No. 5270R Movement No. 5’902’903 Case No. 6’080’494 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CH29-535 PS Q, 33 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 41mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $70,000–140,000 Σ €66,200–132,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated April 22, 2016, fitted wooden presentation box, additional solid caseback, 18K pink gold setting pin, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging.

Patek Philippe’s reference 5270 perpetual calendar chronograph was introduced in 2011 at Baselworld as the replacement for the reference 5970 that was first released in 2004. Both models evolved from a highly successful line of perpetual calendar chronographs, starting in 1941 with the famed reference 1518—the world’s first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch, followed by the iconic 2499 released in 1951, and modernized with the reference 3970 from 1987 to 2004. The reference 5270 broke ground from its historical past and was Patek Philippe’s first perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with a fully in-house movement.

Four years after its launch, in 2015, the model was updated with an 18 karat rose gold case, like the present example, following a platinum-cased example released the year prior. Fitted with a very wearable 41mm diameter case, its symmetric dial has a layout reminiscent of vintage models that’s been modernized with night and day indication. Applied rose gold hour markers and rose gold feuille hands perfectly match the case. The hands and numerals on the 5270R match the case and offer a wonderful juxtaposition Fresh to market and consigned by the original owner, this rare pink gold perpetual calendar chronograph is preserved in excellent condition and is complete with its original certificate and presentation box. It represents an opportunity to own one of the most striking and iconic timepieces in Patek Philippe’s collection.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5270R-001

87.

A very fine, elegant, and attractive pink gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon-phase, Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, hang tag, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2007

Reference No. 5970R-001 Movement No. 3’048’492 Case No. 4’396’393 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 27-70 Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $100,000–200,000 €94,800–190,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated February 3, 2007, product literature, leather folio, additional solid caseback, setting pin, hang tag, fitted presentation box, Patek Philippe travel box, and outer box.

Introduced in 2004, the Patek Philippe ref. 5970 had one of the shortest production runs of any flagship reference for the brand, lasting only until the start of 2011, approximately seven short years. The reference 5970 was the final Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph to utilize a Lemania 2310-based ébauche.

As the first Patek Philippe watch to be developed and designed by current Patek Philippe president Thierry Stern, the 5970 in 18 karat pink gold, like the present example, was introduced alongside an 18 karat white gold edition as the inaugural variants in 2004, remaining in production until 2009.

The 5970 has a similar design and dial configuration compared to its famous predecessors, with day and month indicated via apertures, and the date and moon-phase display both positioned at six o’clock. The 5970 was eventually discontinued in favor of the current-generation ref. 5270, which uses Patek Philippe’s first in-house chronograph movement. Since its discontinuation, the popularity and collectability of the 5970 has only increased.

Offered in overall excellent condition, and complete with its Certificate of Origin and additional solid caseback, the present 18k-pink gold 5970 represents an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic Patek Philippe watches of the 21st century.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5970R

88.

An exceptional, extremely rare, and one of only two known white gold minute repeating perpetual calendar keyless lever watch with “in line display”, moon phase, and chain

Patek Philippe has long been associated with superbly crafted timepieces fitted with watchmaking’s most prestigious complications. This family-owned brand has earned a reputation for excellence around the world with complicated vintage watches holding the highest number of world records for results achieved at auction compared with any other brand. Along with other Swiss manufacturers, Patek Philippe’s early history begins with the production of pocket watches, which during the 19th and early 20th centuries, were fashionable. Their production included time-only watches, minute repeaters, watches with petite and grand sonnerie function, along with chronographs and perpetual calendars. Over the decades, many different complications and styles were tackled by the company, which have become nearly synonymous with the brand including their line of perpetual calendar chronographs with moon phase, minute repeating timepieces, and world- time watches. The present reference 844 white gold minute repeating perpetual calendar pocket watch is an elegant reminder of the superb, complicated timepieces that Patek Philippe manufactured for their very best clientele.

Reference 844 in one of the cleanest and most elegant Patek Philippe pocket watch designs of the past century. It was introduced in 1965 and indeed the design is typical of that period, featuring a minimalist dial, devoid of any graphics save for the watchmaker’s signature and minimal division. The key feature of the reference, the linear calendar displaying the day, date, and month on a central window at 12 o’clock, further amplifies the overall feeling of purity and balance of the watch.

Most perpetual calendar watches are constructed with the calendar functions in subsidiary dials around the dial of the watch. The in-line design was far ahead of its time, serving as the inspiration to Patek Philippe’s latest perpetual calendar wristwatch, the reference 5236P, introduced in 2021.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 844 "Straight Line American Perpetual Calendar, White Gold"

88.

An exceptional, extremely rare, and one of only two known white gold minute repeating perpetual calendar keyless lever watch with “in line display”, moon phase, and chain

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1973

Reference No. 844 Movement No. 861’085 Case No. 316’550 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 17’’’, 29 jewels Dimensions 51mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Provenance FROM THE COLLECTION OF MR. JEAN-CLAUDE BIVER Estimate $200,000–400,000 €189,000–378,000 Accessories Accompanied by original Certificate of Origin and 18K white gold watch chain. Further accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with in-line display in 1972 and its subsequent sale on December 20, 1989.

The Antoine Gerlach case, identified by the number four in a key stamped to the inside of the caseback, is a wonderful example of the spirit of that era. It features a complex construction— obvious in the triple stepped bezel and caseback, further defined by the contrast of the satin and mirror finish and by its perfect symmetry.

According to research, this important pocket watch is one of only two white gold examples known with a linear perpetual calendar.

Hailing from the collection of a famed European collector, Mr. Jean-Claude Biver, the present Patek Philippe ref. 844 is offered in pristine condition, having, in our view, never been polished. Its minute- repeating mechanism has a lovely tone and quality—sonorous and impressively loud. The watch is further accompanied by a platinum watch chain, adding to the overall elegance of the timepiece. A watch connoisseur’s dream, it is an ultimate representation of the best of 20th-century horology.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 844 "Straight Line American Perpetual Calendar, White Gold"

89.

An extremely well-preserved, important, and highly attractive pink gold perpetual chronograph wristwatch with tachymeter scale and moon phase

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1518 "Pink"

89.

An extremely well-preserved, important, and highly attractive pink gold perpetual chronograph wristwatch with tachymeter scale and moon phase

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1518 "Pink"

Phillips is honored to offer this incredible pink gold perpetual calendar wristwatch that is, without a doubt, amongst the finest and best-preserved examples of a reference 1518 known to the public. Last seen in public in 2000, the watch has remained in one of the most important private American collections since that time, and is offered here once again in extraordinary condition.

In 1941, during the turmoil of World War II, a small but momentous event took place in Basel, Switzerland, which forever changed Swiss watch manufacturing. It was at the Basel Watch Fair that Patek Philippe introduced what was a revolutionary wristwatch—the reference 1518. It was the first perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch ever produced by any brand, and in those uncertain times, demonstrated the brand’s remarkable courage. Now considered an important milestone wristwatch in horological history, the reference 1518 set the course for Patek Philippe’s dominance in the world of high- end Swiss watchmaking. So ahead of its time was its design, Patek Philippe continues to use its timeless aesthetic as the foundation for a long line of successful and highly sought- after complicated wristwatches, including the references 2499, 3970, 5970, and even today’s 5270. This revolutionary model is a must-have for any serious collector of vintage Patek Philippe watches, and ticks all the boxes that collectors seek in a legendary vintage watch. With only four known in stainless steel, the majority of 1518s were encased in yellow gold, and only a small number cased in pink gold, making the present watch exceedingly rare.

89.

An extremely well-preserved, important, and highly attractive pink gold perpetual chronograph wristwatch with tachymeter scale and moon phase

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1950

Reference No. 1518 Movement No. 867’908 Case No. 663’692 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 13’’’, 23 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Provenance Sotheby’s Important Watches, Wristwatches and Clocks, New York,Tuesday June 20, 2000, lot 353 Estimate $1,200,000–2,400,000 Σ €1,140,000–2,270,000

According to research, only 281 examples of the reference were manufactured until the reference ceased production in 1954—a remarkably small output for such an extended period of time, mandated by the complexity of the timepiece. Already back then, such a limited production meant that these watches were reserved for the very best clients of the firm.

When introduced during the turmoil of World War II, the reference 1518’s design aesthetic was a new and modern look with clean lines, elegant proportions, and extended, curved lugs.

The case, manufactured by Emile Vichet S. A. for Patek Philippe with Poinçon de Maître key 9, evolved over the course of its 14 year history. Patek’s exquisitely finished, manually wound caliber 13’’’130 Q is housed inside.

The state of preservation of the present watch is awe-inspiring, with an impressive case that in our opinion has never been polished and hardly ever worn. Its perfect case proportions, crisp edges, lug definition, and factory brushed and polished surfaces are breathtaking to see—as it left the factory over 70 years ago. Its two strong and crisp hallmarks, one under the lug and one on the side of the case are sharp and well-defined, offering further proof of how well- kept this watch is, and a stunning feat, considering that so many surviving examples have been polished over through years of continuous wear.

The silvered dial is stunning, having developed an attractive aging to the surface lacquer, and the signature, sub-dial printing, and all scales, are in beautiful raised black enamel.

Returning to the market after 23 years in the identical state of preservation as when it first appeared in 2000, the offering of this incredible Patek Philippe reference 1518 presents a rare opportunity for the most demanding and educated connoisseurs of the world’s finest wristwatches.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1518 "Pink"

90.

An extremely elegant and well-preserved yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1977

Reference No. 3700/1J Movement No. 1’306’282 Case No. 540’564 Model Name Nautilus “Jumbo” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 28-255 C, 36 jewel Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe bracelet, approx. max overall length 230mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe ‘Nautilus’ deployant clasp, additionally signed Gay Frères Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $100,000–200,000 €94,600–189,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1977 and its subsequent sale on February 26, 1979. Further accompanied

by Patek Philippe service tag.

The reference 3700 embodied every aspect of Patek Philippe’s avant-garde design philosophy of the 1970s, from the bold yet elegant curves, to the contrasting finish of the case, and even the delicate grooves of the dial culminating in a sublimely robust and elegant wristwatch. First introduced in steel, 18K yellow gold quickly followed as an ultra-luxurious option.

The original reference 3700/1 was in production from its introduction in 1976 until 1981 and featured a straight bracelet, versus the tapered bracelet of the successor reference 3700/11.

One of haute horology’s most iconic and coveted timepieces, the present watch is preserved in exceptional condition, with crisp edges and bevels throughout. The original, Gay Frères-signed flat Nautilus clasp in 18K white gold is correct, and the hallmarks on the reverse of the case are easily visible. From a prominent private collection, this highly rare reference 3700/1 evokes the finer things in life.

Interestingly, the caseback bears the engraving “From the people of Juarez thanking Señor Jose Lopez Portillo, Esq. 3-31-79”. Two previous examples of watches owned by former President of Mexico Jose Lopez Portillo have come to market, both vintage Rolex sports watches in stainless steel. The present yellow gold Nautilus was no doubt a gift from the people of Juarez during his presidency.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3700 Nautilus “Jumbo, Yellow Gold"

91.

ROLEX — A well-preserved and attractive yellow gold wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, and champagne “pie-pan” dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1972

Reference No. 1803 Movement No. DD’467’831 Case No. 3’462’846 Model Name Day-Date Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1556, 26 jewels Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $4,000–8,000 • €3,800–7,600

Originally released in 1956, the Day-Date quickly positioned itself as one of Rolex’s flagship watches. It’s served as a symbol of personal and professional success ever since. Exclusively crafted from precious metals (with a small number of stainlesssteel prototypes), the Day-Date can be found on the wrists of almost everyone, from world leaders to pop culture celebrities.

The present Rolex Day-Date ref. 1803 was manufactured circa 1972, bearing a 3.46 million serial, and featuring the classic combination of an 18k-yellow gold case paired with a fluted bezel and a champagne-colored “pie-pan” dial. Of course, it goes without saying that the model’s signature day-of-week display is right where it should be, at 12 o’clock, complementing the three o’clock date window perfectly.

Preserved in outstanding condition, it’s an extremely versatile and timeless choice for any collection.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

92.

ROLEX — An interesting and sculptural yellow gold wristwatch with flared rectangular case and black dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1933

Reference No. 1490 Movement No. 80’199 Case No. 13’009 Model Name Prince “Brancard” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 350, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex buckle Dimensions 23mm width x 42mm length Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $3,000–6,000 • Σ €2,800–5,700

The Rolex Prince, or “Doctor’s Watch”, was originally released to the market in 1928. The model features an oversized subsidiary seconds dial below the hours and minutes section of the dial, enabling a doctor to time the respiration and pulse rate of their patients. The flared and elongated case sides of certain Prince references led to another nickname, “Brancard,” for the French word for stretcher. Marketing of the era called it “the watch for men of distinction,” and touted its observatory-grade precision, as well as its curved, ergonomic case.

On the inside caseback, a new dimension of this watch’s story is revealed. The British sponsor’s mark “R.W.C. Ltd.” can be seen stamped within, as well as the Glasgow Assay Office hallmark and the date letter “k” for 1933. Thus, one can surmise that the present watch was imported to London and then onward to Scotland, where it was likely sold.

THIS LOT IS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

93.

A well-preserved and attractive yellow gold calendar wristwatch with burgundy “Stella” dial and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1969

Reference No. 1802 Movement No. DD517044 Case No. 2’350’174, inside caseback stamped 1803 Model Name Day-Date Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal 1556, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet, maximum overall length 195mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800

“Stella” dial Day-Dates are regarded by many collectors as some of the rarest and most sought after versions of Rolexs Day-Date model. Translucent yet vibrant, “Stella" dials offer so much exclusivity to the wearer, as no lacquer dials are exactly the same in appearance. Rolex offered “Stella” Day-Dates with a range of dial colors, from yellow to mint green.

The present Day-Date, an uncommon reference 1802 fitted with a coveted smooth bezel, features a rich and glossy burgundy "Stella" dial, which contrasts vibrantly against the slightly patinated yellow gold case. Despite being over fifty years of age, the dial still retains its highly glossy finish, just as if it left the factory yesterday. The dial is preserved in outstanding condition, with all luminous dots still intact. The case is similarly well-preserved, and still retains strong hallmarks on the underside of the lug.

While “Stella” dials are no longer available in modern DayDates, this rare vintage 1802 is an exciting opportunity to own a stunning example of one of Rolex’s most prestigious models.

ROLEX

Ref. 1802 "Oxblood Stella"

94.

A large, very rare, and attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with lacquered multiscale black dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1936

Reference No. 2508 Case No. 37’126 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 14’, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Metal pin buckle Dimensions 37.2mm diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800

The Rolex reference 2508 was first launched in the mid 1930s.

Sporting a large, masculine case with a classic “Calatrava” design, it is among the most attractive chronograph models by any brand from this formative era of wristwatch design.

The model can be categorized into two different generations, the first like the present watch boasts a large 37.2mm case with oval pushers, while the second generation had a slightly smaller diameter measuring 35.2mm and is fitted with rectangular pushers.

The present watch has an ultra-exclusive black multi-scale dial, with only a few examples ever appearing at auction. Scholarship tells us only a small number of these first-generation watches were made, and when paired with a stunning black dial, the rarity is unmatched. It is amazing to see how this vintage chronograph wristwatch can be as timeless and contemporary today as it was when it first launched. Its striking visual impact is achieved thanks to its smooth case lines and highly symmetrical and architectural dial design. The engraving on the caseback, written in Italian, reads: “To my commander, to mark the time of glory and victory,” and is dated “1936-1938.”

The watch is well-preserved in all original condition, retaining its crisply engraved coronet and serial number on the caseback.

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Ref. 2508

95.

A rare, fine, and well-preserved yellow gold dual-time wristwatch with date, bracelet, warranty, and presentation box, retailed by Tiffany & Co.

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1981

Reference No. 16758, case interior stamped 16750 Movement No. 0455995 Case No. 6’530’707 Model Name GMT-Master “Tiffany & Co.” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 3075, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster link bracelet, end links stamped 45B, max overall length 210mm Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp stamped 7206 Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed; dial signed by retailer.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Rolex guarantee stamped Tiffany & Co, Tiffany presentation box, hang tag, product literature, and outer Tiffany blue box.

With the growth of transatlantic flights and the golden age of air travel, Rolex collaborated with world-renowned Pan American Airways to develop a dual-time wristwatch to assist their pilots in combating the effects of jet lag while traveling through different time zones. As the successor to the first GMT-Master reference 6542, released in 1955 with the now iconic yet fragile blue and red Bakelite bezel, the reference 1675 was introduced in 1959 with a far more durable metallic bezel insert. Crown guards were also introduced with the reference 1675, serving the functional role of protecting the winding crown, which was also introduced the same year on the Submariner reference 5512.

The reference 16758 was introduced in 1980 as the yellow gold variant of the newly released 16750 in stainless steel.

Both featured the upgraded caliber 3075 with quick-set date mechanism and a depth rating of 100 meters. The yellow gold variant was a luxury evolution of the line and was the first GMT Master model to be fitted with a sapphire crystal as well as the first Rolex sports watch set with precious stones.

The present example is an exciting and very rare find, enhanced by the signature of the prominent New York jeweler and retailer “Tiffany & Co” on the dial at six o’clock above the model name.

Its bold brown dial and “nipple” luminous hour markers are well preserved, and the case remains in excellent condition with crisp hallmarks. Elevating its desirability, the watch is accompanied by its original Rolex warranty stamped Tiffany & Co. Double-signed dials are a rare find for any Rolex watch, and this stunning GMTMaster is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate collector.

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Ref. 16758 GMT-Master "Tiffany & Co. Full Set"

96.

A beautiful and rare 14K yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with luminous multi-scale dial, from the family of the original owner

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1960

Reference No. 6234; inside caseback stamped 6234 Case No. 576’327 Model Name Oyster Chronograph “Pre-Daytona” Material

14K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. Valjoux 72A, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed. Movement additionally stamped ROW. Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600

Production of gold examples of the reference 6234 were extremely limited. Scholars theorize that, since the reference’s launch in 1955, approximately 2,300 examples were produced in stainless steel, while less than 150 examples were cased in 14K or 18K yellow gold. The reference ceased production after approximately six years, replaced by reference 6238. Yellow gold examples are believed to have been produced mainly for the American market, an assertion given more weight due to the presence of many “ROW”-stamped movements within the 14K yellow gold cases.

The reference 6234 was fitted with a variety of dials, ranging from those with a matte or lacquer finish, to various subsidiary register sizes, and different scales and color combinations.

These variations were used to gauge the market’s tastes for chronograph wristwatches. The present reference 6234 displays a black base-1,000 tachymeter scale, a robin egg blue telemeter scale rated in miles (another indication of the intended market for this watch), and a luminous dial and handset.

Further, this example of the reference 6234 is offered fresh-tothe-market, directly from the family of the original owner with an absolutely charming multi-scale dial.

CONSIGNED BY FAMILY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER

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Ref. 6234 Pre-Daytona

97.

A very rare and unusual stainless steel chronograph wristwatch, bracelet, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

2008

Reference No. 116520 Case No. M444218, M444216, case interior 2100 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 4130, 44 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, end links stamped EO 78490, max overall length Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped PJ1 and 78490 Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Rolex guarantee dated July 24, 2008, and stamped Alfonso Viera E Hijos SL, Las Palmas de Gran C., green leather presentation box, photocopy Rolex España S. A. letter, leather envelope, two suede Rolex pouches, product literature, and outer packaging.

A revolutionary change in the Daytona lineup occurred in 2000 when Rolex updated the automatic Cosmograph Daytona, introducing the reference 116520 with the brand’s first, fully in-house chronograph movement, the caliber 4130.

The present watch is an incredibly rare and unusual example of the reference 116520. Upon close inspection, the watch has two distinct, individual case numbers. The number engraved between the lugs and indicated on the warranty card is M444216, however the case number engraved on the rehaut between the dial and crystal reads M444218. The watch left the Rolex factory as is, due to a quality control oversight, and it is interesting to note that when Rolex first begin to engrave the rehaut in 2005, it also engraved the number between the lugs; however, during 2008, the brand began to engrave only the rehaut with the serial number, the same approximate year as the present watch. Today, this “error” has rendered the present watch incredibly rare and valuable, giving it a possibly unique characteristic. Most importantly, this watch is accompanied by a correspondence between the owner and Rolex Spain offering to change the case to correct the error.

The watch is preserved in excellent condition and is accompanied by its original guarantee. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the most coveted chronographs ever made, and one with what is possibly a unique factory error.

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Ref. 116520 Cosmograph Daytona "Factory Error"

98.

A well-preserved and highly attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1982

Reference No. 6263 Case No. 7’426’098 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, stamped 78350 19, end links stamped 571, overall max length 205mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped 78350 and H Dimensions 37.5 mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600 Accessories Accompanied by Rolex guarantee dated April 4, 1986, and stamped Juwelier Winnebeck, green leather presentation box, product literature, and outer packaging.

Rolex’s reference 6263 is one of the most iconic and soughtafter Daytona Cosmograph watches available. The large case, acrylic bezel, and screw-down pushers give the chronograph a modern and appealing aesthetic that charms both men and women. Introduced in 1969 as the upgraded version of the earlier reference 6240, the new model housed the caliber 727 and featured screw-down pushers for enhanced water resistance. Along with the reference 6265, the stainless steel bezel version of the watch, the two sit proudly in the pantheon of Rolex chronograph history. In fact, Rolex’s modern reference 116500LN was directly inspired by these vintage “Big Red” Daytona models.

The present watch is in lovely original condition and has a sporty appeal with its multi-colored dial with black matte background, off-white subsidiary dials, and red “Daytona” signature at six o’clock. The allure of the watch is enhanced by the correct black acrylic bezel, original pushers, and Oyster bracelet, and its overall completeness, accompanied by its original dated guarantee and presentation box.

Certain Rolex models will standout more than others, and the Daytona is certainly an important watch for collectors today. This fine reference 6263 is an outstanding and extremely well-preserved example that will surely please any savvy connoisseur.

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Ref. 6263 Cosmograph Daytona "Big Red"

99.

An exceptionally rare, interesting, and desirable stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with white “Paul Newman” dial, retailed by Tiffany & Co.

ROLEX

Ref. 6241 Cosmograph Daytona "Paul Newman Tiffany & Co."

Rolex’s Daytona chronograph sits in the pantheon of the greatest timepieces ever produced. First released in 1963 with the reference 6239, the reference 6241 was introduced promptly thereafter with an acrylic bezel. It was produced from approximately 1966 to 1969, with scholarship estimating that no more than 2,300 examples were manufactured in stainless steel, with only a small percentage of that number fitted with the iconic “Paul Newman” dial.

The grené creamy tri-color, multi-leveled “exotic” dial fitted to the present watch displays all the correct features of the vaunted “Paul Newman” dial for the reference 6241. However, it is stamped with an additional layer of exoticism, featuring an extremely coveted “Tiffany & Co.” signature below the Rolex Cosmograph designation. Combined with the black subsidiary dials, the color scheme is highly sought-after, featuring the bright red “Daytona” text at six o’clock and a red outer seconds scale.

The present watch, featuring not only the jeweler’s signature but also a “Paul Newman” dial, is an extremely rare example. The ability to include an additional retailer signature was a privilege given to only Rolex’s most prestigious authorized dealers. For a short period of time, the jeweler proudly emblazoned its logo on a variety of Rolex wristwatches, ranging from the GMT-Master to the Cosmograph Daytona.

99.

An exceptionally rare, interesting, and desirable stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with white “Paul Newman” dial, retailed by Tiffany & Co.

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1968

Reference No. 6241; inside caseback additionally stamped 6241 Case No. 1’991’904 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Tiffany & Co.” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 722-1, 17 jewels Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed. Movement additionally stamped “ROW.” Case with inventory number “7261” under lug.

Estimate $300,000–600,000 €284,000–568,000

Though several permutations of the Tiffany & Co. signature can be found on Rolex Daytonas, the present font and printing style matches those found on other Paul Newman Daytonas of the era. Acquired by the consignor from a private collector who owned it since the mid-1990s, its originality is further confirmed by the American import mark “ROW” stamped on the caliber 722-1 movement, as well as an inventory number scratched under one lug.

For the discerning collector who appreciates extreme rarity, the present Tiffany-signed Paul Newman Daytona is a trophy watch that captures the historic relationship between two of the world’s most important brands.

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Ref. 6241 Cosmograph Daytona "Paul Newman Tiffany & Co."

100.

LANG & HEYNE — A fine and attractive pink gold rectangular-shaped wristwatch with enamel dial, certificate, and presentation box; serial number 1

Manufacturer

Lang & Heyne

Year

2017

Movement No. No. 1 Model Name Georg Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. VIII, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Lang & Heyne pin buckle Dimensions 40mm overall length, 32mm width Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 Σ €11,400–22,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Lang & Heyne Certificate and Rating Report, wooden presentation box, hang tag, maintenance, repair certificate dated July 2018, product literature, and outer packaging.

Lang & Heyne is an independent German brand founded in 2001 by Marco Lang and Mirko Heyne. Lang apprenticed first as a precision mechanic in a Glashütte metal shop, then later trained under Ihno Fleßner as a watchmaker apprentice. Lang met Heyne, a young watchmaking apprentice, in 2001, and they soon realized their shared commitment to quality and the highest standard in manual skills. The pair soon offered their first watch models, the Friedrich August and the Johann. While Heyne left the brand in 2002, and Lang in 2019, the brand Lang & Heyne continues to operate under the leadership of veteran watchmaker Jens Schneider and remains fully committed to craftsmanship, tradition, and precision.

The Georg wristwatch was released in 2017 as the brand’s first rectangular wristwatch. The name refers to Georg, the “Bearded” Duke of Saxony in the 16th century. The watch was offered in platinum, white gold, and, like the present watch, pink gold. The Georg was well received by the public due to its attractive case design with triple lugs, the white enamel dial with an Art Deco flare, and the outstanding caliber VIII housed within. The rectangular-shaped manual movement has a 55hour power reserve and unconventional layout with traditional bridges replaced by single-armed bridges holding the gear train in place, giving the caliber an architectural appearance not often seen in other movements.

The present watch, with the prestigious No. 1 serial number, is well-preserved and offered with its original certificate and presentation box. As Lang & Heyne states, the Georg wristwatch demonstrates the beauty of a square case, and with its beautiful white enamel dial and high-grade movement, it’s an outstanding choice for any collector.

101.

SPEAKE-MARIN — An early, fine, and attractive white gold wristwatch with hand-engraved pink gold dial, certificate of origin, guarantee, and presentation box; serial number 1

Manufacturer

Speake-Marin

Year

2003

Reference No. PWG3G7 Movement No. FW 2012 Case No. No. 1 Model Name The Piccadilly Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. FW2012, 25 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold pin buckle Dimensions 42.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 Σ €11,400–22,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Speake-Marin Certificate of Origin and Guarantee confirming date of manufacture in 2003, and date of sale February 2004, presentation box, Speake-Marin watchmaker fact sheet, Speake-Marin Invoice dated December 10, 2013, and outer packaging.

Peter Neville Speake founded his watch brand Speake-Marin in 2002, specializing in time-only and complicated watches featuring rare and unique dial types that are a mix between traditional English and Swiss watchmaking. Following his graduation from watchmaking school at Hackney Technical College in London in 1985, he went to Switzerland to study horological complications at the WOSTEP school in Neuchâtel. Upon returning to London, he worked as a restorer for Somlo Antiques, and in 1996, began to work for Renaud & Papi, the famed maker of high-end complicated movements. Speake-Marin’s first timepiece was a tourbillon pocket watch called Foundation, which became the template for his future timepieces.

Today, Speake-Marin is an established independent Swiss brand under new ownership since 2012, manufacturing bold, modern timepieces with impeccable craftsmanship. The present early Piccadilly wristwatch from 2003 was the first wristwatch model offered by the brand. The 42.5mm-diameter white gold case is complemented by the handsome, handengraved pink gold dial. As a small atelier in its early years, Speake-Marin offered several series and unique dial types based on the original with white enamel dial. The case name is a tribute to London’s Piccadilly road, where the watchmaker began his career restoring antique watches.

The present watch, with prestigious serial number 1, is wellpreserved and accompanied by its certificate of origin dated 2004 and presentation box. The watch is a tribute to the independent spirit of watchmakers and the quest for technical and design excellence.

102.

A very rare and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with two-tone lacquer dial and guarantee

Manufacturer

Hajime Asaoka

Year

2018

Movement No. No. 007 Model Name Tsunami Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 Σ €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Hajime Asaoka warranty stamped Hajime Asaoka Tokyo Japan, leather envelope, and product literature.

Hajime Asaoka is a relatively new yet revered name in the market, gaining notoriety with his superbly crafted timepieces that are quite difficult to obtain. His early career as a product designer put him in contact with watchmaking enthusiasts.

Inspired, Asaoka purchased a copy of George Daniels’ “Watchmaking,” which lead to the creation of his prototype Tourbillon Number 1, in 2009. This prototype allowed him to be accepted as a member of the Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI), a Swiss-based organization dedicated to preserving the art of fine handmade watchmaking and independent makers. By 2011, Asaoka was manufacturing a small collection of timepieces—all designed, manufactured, and assembled by himself, resulting in an extremely low annual production of no more than a few pieces.

In 2012, Hajime Asaoka released his Tsunami wristwatch with a completely in-house, manual wind movement. The wristwatch was a classic time-only piece in stainless steel with a 37mm diameter case and a highly attractive two-tone dial with a “zen garden” design to the subsidiary dial. The case has a welldefined sleek look with perfect proportions to suit any size wrist.

The extremely well-finished movement is seen through the sapphire caseback and displays incredible attention to detail and masterful technical skills. Designed for maximum timekeeping precision, one can’t help but be impressed with the oversized, 16mm titanium balance wheel and the gold “tako wheel” found beneath the balance.

The present watch, number 7, is offered by the original owner and is complete with its warranty. The watch is in near-new condition and was probably worn less than a handful of times.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

HAJIME ASAOKA

Tsunami

103.

An unusual and avant-garde pink gold and titanium wristwatch with bi-directional jumping hours, trailing minutes, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

MB&F

Year

2017

Reference No. 80.RTL.B Case No. 80R882 Model Name Horological Machine No. 8 “Can-Am” Material

18K pink gold and titanium

Calibre Manual, 30 jewels, developed by MB&F with Girard-Perregaux ébauche Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle MB&F 18K pink gold and titanium deployant clasp Dimensions 49mm width x 51.5mm length Signed Case, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 Σ €23,700–47,300 Accessories Accompanied by MB&F guarantee booklet dated April 12, 2017, instruction manual, leather wallet, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

Another glimpse into the horological madness of Max Büsser— and his friends—the HM8 is an automotive-inspired marvel which pays tribute to the Canadian-American Challenge Cup (Can-Am), a sport car racing series whose lack of rules closely mirrors the ethos of Büsser himself.

Rendered in 18K pink gold and titanium, the case design features striking roll bars in titanium curving over the case, and a “discs and prisms” display for the hours and minutes situated at the southern end of the case. The signature MB&F battle axe-shaped rotor is 22K gold with a distinctive blue coating. According to MB&F’s own description, the HM8 is an amalgamation of the HM3 and the HM5 with an infusion of design aesthetics from Can-Am race cars. The movement uses a Girard-Perregaux ébauche to power the bi-directional jumping hours and minutes.

Offered by the original owner, it retains its original guarantee and presentation box, and is presented in overall excellent condition.

Please note that MB&F generously offers a complementary servicing of the watch to the winning bidder within a period of 6 months after the sale.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

MB&F

Horological Machine No. 8

104.

An extremely well-preserved and attractive limited edition platinum wristwatch with black dial, power reserve, Certificate of Authenticity, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2006

Case No. 235-CS Model Name Chronomètre Souverain “Black Label” Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1304, 22 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 Σ €47,300–94,600 Accessories Accompanied by Certificate of Authenticity dated 2006, instruction manual, polish cloth, invoice, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

Crafted exclusively for previous owners of F.P. Journe timepieces, the Black Label collection is only available for purchase from F.P. Journe brand boutiques. With their distinctive black dials executed in blackened silver decorated with a guilloché pattern, they are a subtle and elegant expression of exclusivity and craftsmanship.

The Chronomètre Souverain is the simplest and purest iteration of Journe’s Black Label watches, with a deceptively restrained dial featuring power reserve and subsidiary seconds that belies the highly advanced chronometer-grade movement inside.

Crafted in 18 karat pink gold and finely finished throughout, the caliber 1304 was built with the precision and technical mastery of marine chronometers in mind, as well as the wearability and comfort of the modern collector. The movement itself is a mere 3.75mm thick, and the overall thickness of the case measures just 8.6mm.

The present Chronomètre Souverain is in pristine condition, having hardly been worn, and comes from a distinguished collection. It also comes with all its original accessories and additional straps, ready for a new wearer to enjoy.

F.P. JOURNE

Chronometre Souverain "Black Label"

105.

A rare and exceptional platinum annual calendar wristwatch with guarantee and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2008

Case No. No. 536-Q Model Name Octa Calendrier Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 37 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 Σ €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by F.P. Journe guarantee card dated August 2008, instruction booklet, polishing cloth, two additional F.P. Journe straps, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

F.P. Journe is a 21st century watchmaker with a noble vision of innovation, mechanical prowess, and fine artisanal craftsmanship. His timepieces are manufactured to the highest level in haute horology with every collection introduced. With an ever-growing demand for these extremely well-executed timepieces in recent times, the production has remained limited as each watch is designed, manufactured, finished, and assembled by hand.

Made between 2005 and 2014, the present Octa Calendrier features a 40mm platinum case with an 18 karat rose gold automatic movement. One of the first models introduced in the Octa series, the Octa Calendrier features an annual calendar complication with retrograde-style date sector, presented in the firm’s iconic asymmetrical dial layout. Fitted with a 22 karat gold off-centered rotor, the feature enables a higher efficiency of selfwinding. The watch has a contemporary look, with unequivocal signs of traditional watchmaking thanks to the iconic blued steel hands and guilloché decoration on the main dial.

The present F.P. Journe Octa Calendrier in platinum from approximately 2008 with an attractive grey dial is offered for the first time at auction with its complete set of accessories.

With a substantial surge in demand for F.P. Journe timepieces today, this is a great opportunity for collectors to acquire a discontinued example of one of the most iconic models manufactured by the firm.

F.P. JOURNE

Octa Calendrier

105A.

A very attractive and rare limited edition time-only wristwatch in stainless steel with meteorite dial, automatic winding, presentation box, warranty, and letter

Manufacturer

Grönefeld

Year

2022

Movement No. “1 of 12” Case No. 20’620 Model Name 1941 Special Principia Edition Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, in-house, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Grönefeld pin buckle Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by Grönefeld warranty card dated April 2022, hang tag, letter from Grönefeld brothers and note about special meteorite dial, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

More than two years later, the Grönefeld siblings have yet to budge on re-opening new orders, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t been busy introducing new watches and variants for their existing base of retailers and collectors. That’s exactly what happened in January 2022, when New York’s Cellini Jewelers—a longtime retail stronghold for independent watchmakers in the United States—announced that they had collaborated with Grönefeld on a small run of 12 watches in the time-only 1941 Principia Automatic collection, exclusively for existing Cellini clientele.

The 1941 Principia Automatic was the simplest Grönefeld watch ever when it was first introduced in October 2018—it has no remontoire, no tourbillon, and no deadbeat seconds.

It’s a simple two-handed watch with small seconds, featuring a highly decorated self-winding movement. It was Grönefeld’s attempt at creating the perfect daily driver for their collectors.

The only difference with 1941 Principia Automatic for Cellini?

Its everyday-wear ability was enhanced by an out-of-thisworld material—a dark-grey slice of Gibeon meteorite with a Widmanstätten pattern.

Gibeon is a massive iron-ore meteorite that fell to Earth in prehistoric times in what is today the Republic of Namibia.

The meteorite deposit is world-famous for its unique crystal structure, which results in the famous Widmanstätten pattern, a series of long interweaving bands that catch the light in all sorts of ways and ensure every dial is completely unique.

Presented in unworn condition from the original owner’s collection, the present Principia Special Edition is the first of its kind to appear at auction.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

GRÖNEFELD Principia

106.

A probably unique and extremely attractive platinum wristwatch with two-tone blue handmade “optical illusion” dial, subsidiary seconds, certificate, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Voutilainen

Year

2020

Movement No. 28-249 Case No. 280’249 Model Name Vingt-8 “Optical Illusion” Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 28, 21 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Voutilainen buckle Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $70,000–140,000 Σ €66,200–132,000 Accessories Accompanied by Kari Voutilainen certificate of origin dated September 2020, guarantee booklet, polishing cloth, leather travel case, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

After spending a decade restoring the finest horological creations of the past three centuries, Kari Voutilainen became a rising star in the watchmaking scene in the early 2000s. His earliest creations were soon followed by the Observatoire and Vingt-8 series, incorporating movement finishing of the highest level.

Voutilainen’s dial treatments and finishing, all created completely by hand, are typically instantly recognized by horological connoisseurs, having become something of a brand signature. The present Vingt-8 is no different, fitted with a hand-guilloché twotone dial in a darker teal-blue and a vibrant ultramarine. It features an optical illusion pattern, which the brain perceives the dial to be almost three-dimensional. While this pattern was featured in a series of Vingt-8s released in 2020, the present watch is unique in that it is cased in platinum, as well as the unique color variations.

Reminiscent of the Op Art works of Victor Vasarely, it uses simple color and texture to achieve a psychedelic effect.

The caliber beating within the Vingt-8, with its extra-large balance wheel and direct impulse escapement, was fully developed inhouse by Voutilainen. While it uses a traditional Breguet overcoil, the interior curve is the little known “Grossman curve.” The Grossman curve is a method of bending the balance spring in such a way that it compensates for any gravitational errors.

Preserved in splendid condition, the present watch is fresh to the market coming from the collection of the original owner.

While Voutilanen has become an auction darling in the past few years, an optical illusion dial has yet to appear at public auction, marking this as an exceptional opportunity to own a unique Voutilainen timepiece—without the seven-year wait.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

VOUTILAINEN

Vingt-8 "Unique Optical Illusion"

107.

A rare and unusual limited edition white gold semi-skeletonized wristwatch with rotating dial, second time zone, and linear power reserve with warranty and presentation box, number 83 of 100 pieces

Manufacturer

Harry Winston

Year

Circa 2010

Reference No. 500/MMJFMW Movement No. 76’081 Case No. No. 83/100, 047’655 Model Name Opus X Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, 46 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Harry Winston Opus pin buckle Dimensions 46mm Diameter Signed Dial and movement marked Opus X; case and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–120,000 Σ €75,700–114,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Harry Winston International Warranty dated October 2011, presentation box, product literature, and outer packaging.

Harry Winston’s Opus collection was a revolutionary collaborative effort between the famed brand and selected renowned independent watchmakers to produce a series of limited edition, unique, and unusual complicated timepieces. The Opus X is a partnership with Jean-François Mojon whose name might not be a familiar one, but whose company, Chronode, is behind the creation of movements for brands ranging from IWC, Czapek, and MB&F to Urban Jürgensen. The same year the model was released, Mojon was awarded the Best Watchmaker prize at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG).

The Opus X is a revolutionary timepiece that changes the conventional way to tell time. The traditional dial with fixed hour markers and hands is replaced by rotating indicators mounted to a revolving platform. Three slightly inclined sub-dials with numerals printed on a surface made of sapphire are mounted on a central revolving frame that makes a complete rotation in 24 hours. Each sub-dial indicates either the hours, minutes, or seconds and rotates within the central frame while the hands within the sub-dial also rotate ensuring orientation remains constant in any position. At the dial’s outer edge, a yellow-tipped hand indicates a second 24-hour time zone. To the reverse is a 72-hour linear power reserve indicator, and the ruthenium plating of the movement’s components adds a highly contemporary flair.

Consigned by the original owner, the present example, number 83, is in excellent overall condition and is complete with its warranty paperwork. Harry Winston’s Opus collection is a visionary endeavor, seeking to combine technical mastery with artistic design in the world of horology. The Opus X is a wonderful representation of this spirt.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

HARRY WINSTON

Opus X

108.

A very rare and fine limited edition platinum tonneau-shaped wristwatch with wandering hours; number 44 of a limited edition of 69 pieces

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2005

Case No. No. 44/69V Model Name Vagabondage 1 Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1504, 19 jewels Bracelet/Strap Alligator Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold F.P. Journe deployant clasp Dimensions 42mm Length, 36mm Width Signed Case, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $125,000–250,000 Σ €118,000–237,000 Accessories Accompanied by two F.P. Journe leather pouches and outer box.

F.P. Journe’s Vagabondage collection is a tribute to the ingenious design and mechanical excellence of this master 21st-century watchmaker. The Vagabondage’s story begins in 1997 as a unique timepiece created for a client who requested a watch from Journe’s imagination, reminiscent of what Abraham Louis Breguet would make during his lifetime, but with a twist—a watch that would tell time by means of vagabond, or wandering, hours.

This “CarpeDiem” model was a yellow gold, round wristwatch with an entirely new movement fabricated by Journe, featuring an impressive wandering jump-hour display centered around an exposed balanced wheel.

In 2003, Journe was approached to provide a unique timepiece for a charity auction to benefit the ICM Foundation, which supports neurological research—needed within six months of the request. Due to the limited time frame, he offered a remarkable solution by returning to his unique wandering hour timepiece.

Choosing for the first time a tonneau-shaped case instead of the CarpeDiem’s round case, the Vagabondage was born. Three examples were created, one each in yellow, rose, and white gold, all with brass movements, and all three sold for triple their estimates. The watches were so admired following the charity auction with many requests from collectors for a similar example, that Journe created the limited-edition Vagabondage series.

The Vagabondage 1 was released in 2004 in a limited edition of just 69 examples and features a digital jumping hour with wandering aperture that circles the dial to indicate the minutes.

The balance wheel and escapement are prominently seen at the center of the watch, and like the charity timepieces from 2003, and all subsequent Vagabondage models, the brand name is not featured on the dial. The Tortue-shaped case has a brushed finish on the bezel, which is offset by the polished, beveled edges and case sides. The present lot is in excellent condition and was one of the first timepieces produced in this prestigious line of watches.

F.P. JOURNE

Vagabondage I No. 44/69

109.

A very rare, early, and attractive white gold tourbillon wristwatch with function selector, power reserve, and torque indication, warranty, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Richard Mille

Year

Circa 2005

Reference No. RM002 AE WG Movement No. 080 Case No. 126 Model Name RM002-V2 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, RM 002-V2, 23 jewels Bracelet/Strap Kevlar Velcro strap in camouflage Clasp/Buckle Richard Mille titanium déployant clasp Dimensions 45mm x 38mm Signed Case, dial, movement, and deployant clasp signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by original Richard Mille warranty, presentation box, travel case, two additional Kevlar straps, and one leather strap on titanium deployant clasp.

In 2001, a year after the launch of the first Richard Mille wristwatch, the RM002 was released. Keeping with the tourbillon, power reserve, and torque indicators of the first model, the RM002 incorporated an element inspired by automotive racing with the inclusion of a gear-like function selector. Prominently displayed between the four and five o’clock positions, the function selector is changed through a button in the crown, similar to a gearbox, the watch can be set to H (Hands) for time setting, N (Neutral) for normal timekeeping, and W (Winding) for winding.

The present RM002-V2 is the second evolution of the model.

It incorporates a movement baseplate made of a composite carbon nanofiber with grey-PVD coating, enabling greater structural rigidity for improved shock resistance. Visible through the sapphire crystal dial, the carbon nanofiber baseplate is not only functional but also visually appealing.

Preserved in excellent condition, the white gold case and anthracite movement combine for a fantastic, monochrome look.

Offered complete with its original warranty and box, along with three additional Richard Mille straps, the present early Richard Mille wristwatch presents an outstanding opportunity for the discerning collector.

RICHARD MILLE

RM002-V2

110–111.

F.P. JOURNE

F.P. Journe’s interpretation of Abraham-Louis Breguet’s masterful invention of the tourbillon has catapulted his creations into the most esteemed and venerable collections worldwide.

He completed his first tourbillon wristwatch, Tourbillon No. 1, in 1991, to little if any fanfare from the industry. He revisited his tourbillon wristwatch in 1999 to fund the launch of his own eponymous brand—with a very different outcome. He sought to fund the acquisition of a workspace in the heart of Geneva where he would be able to finally create watches under his own name, after years of working on projects for other brands. Once again taking after Breguet, he implemented a “Souscription” model: the client would pay a portion up front, without seeing the watch, and Journe would complete and deliver the watch at a later date.

At Baselworld in 1999, Journe officially presented his Tourbillon Souverain, the very first wristwatch tourbillon with a remontoire, which would start him on the path to his present success.

Launching the Chronomètre à Resonance in 2000, the Octa collection in 2001, and the superb Grand et Petit Sonnerie in 2006—and in contrast to his first Tourbillon, the intervening six years had seen appetites grow for handmade, high-end watchmaking with true individuality. Collectors, retailers, and enthusiasts were enamored with Journe’s vision, and through a sprawling global network of retailers, Journe was not only able to establish a workshop, but a reputation as one of the greatest living independent watchmakers.

The original owner of the following two lots—and indeed his successor, the present lots’ consignor—was no doubt one of those for whom Journe’s vision resonated. Almost unheard of at the time, he purchased both the Tourbillon and the Resonance within two months of each other, the T in March of 2000 and the R in May of 2000, both from the same Geneva-based retailer.

A set like this is unprecedented in the realm of collecting F.P. Journe. Not only do both watches have matching serial numbers, but they are also both complete with all the original accessories that would have accompanied the watches upon their delivery in 2000. Having seen only two owners in the past 23 years, they have been carefully and sparingly worn and cherished. Even more extraordinary, both watches have never been serviced or experienced any intervention. They are completely and entirely as they were made at the turn of the millennium—it is very likely, even, that the last person to touch the dial and movements of these two watches was François-Paul himself.

Being immaculate in their originality, and bearing all the fascinating, early hallmarks of their respective series, this set of Journe’s pioneering creations are sure to spark arguments as to which is the rarer, the more special, the more significant. But those arguments are the ones that are welcomed, for perhaps which side one falls on is more a barometer of personality than a banal discussion of facts.

Observing, presenting, and sharing these two timepieces of historical value has been a true honor, and Phillips is thrilled to offer both side by side.

110.

Numbered 43/99T, a sublime, extremely well-preserved, and important platinum tourbillon wristwatch with remontoire d’egalité, “shiny” yellow gold dial, guarantee, and presentation box

Emblematic of the third generation of F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain, all with cases ending in /99T, the present Tourbillon No. 43 is a specimen of the highest quality and state of preservation.

F.P. Journe made his dials out of solid gold, and polished and finished them by hand himself. In the early days of production, he was the only watchmaker designing, finishing, and assembling the watches. This individualism is reflected in the watches themselves, which display many idiosyncrasies and quirks that make them all the more desirable. On the earliest Tourbillons—scholars estimate halfway through the third generation—the dial features a much-sought-after shiny texture, with a layer of reflective lacquer on the dial. This allows the text and elements of the dial to appear as if they are floating above the dial itself. At certain angles, a straight line pattern is evidence of the hand-finishing technique of Journe himself, according to collector lore. Apparently, Journe would polish the dial until he felt tired, then he would stop, leading to a variety of different outcomes in dial texture and color. No. 43 is a rich, deep yellow gold with a slightly rosy patina, covered in a highly lacquered finish and displaying multi-dimensional floating graphics.

Significant to distinguishing the third generation T from others is the flat remontoire cock visible on the dial. Journe’s incorporation of a visible remontoire almost anchors the two halves of the dial, one for precision timekeeping and one for precision time telling.

F.P. JOURNE

Tourbillon Souverain Pre-Souscription No. 43/99T

110.

Numbered 43/99T, a sublime, extremely well-preserved, and important platinum tourbillon wristwatch with remontoire d’egalité, “shiny” yellow gold dial, guarantee, and presentation box

Though the present-day Journe produces cases and dials in-house, as well as most of the components, in the early days these parts were outsourced and then finished in-house by François-Paul. One trick to recognizing early cases that have not experienced any intervention is the presence of slotted screws securing the caseback. Journe transitioned to a special tricornstyle screw that only Journe watchmakers—and those who wish to manufacture their own screwdrivers—have access to, so that the unqualified could not enter the case. Early pieces sent back to the manufacture for service had the early iteration, simple slotted screws, replaced by the updated versions.

Another characteristic element of the early T cases are the shallow, handmade engravings to the outer rim of the caseback.

These are perhaps the most well-known identifier of the first generations of T and one that is easily lost with a few polishes of the case. Tourbillon No. 43, in its unpolished state, perfectly displays the eccentricities of the early hand-engraving, which have an almost unfinished nature. Later cases were engraved using laser technology, and thus lost their imperfectly perfect nature. A sapphire caseback reveals the straight Côtes-deGenève finishing to the rhodium-plated brass base plate, covering up much of the intricacies of the movement. Brass movements are the tell-tale indicator of any early Journe, having been replaced by full gold movements beginning in 2004.

F.P. JOURNE

Tourbillon Souverain Pre-Souscription No. 43/99T

110.

Numbered 43/99T, a sublime, extremely well-preserved, and important platinum tourbillon wristwatch with remontoire d’egalité, “shiny” yellow gold dial, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

1999

Case No. No. 43 / 99T Model Name Tourbillon Souverain Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1498, 25 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $500,000–1,000,000 Σ €473,000–946,000 Accessories Accompanied by original F.P. Journe guarantee card dated March 31st, 2000, instruction manual, original fitted wooden presentation box, and original white outer box.

In essence, the present Tourbillon No. 43 displays every conceivable detail a Journe aficionado would look for in an all-original third generation T. According to the consignor, the original owner from whom he purchased the pair, ordered the Tourbillon and the next lot, the Résonance, six months apart from the same Geneva retailer, and according to the guarantees, he received them about two and a half months apart in 2000.

F.P. JOURNE

Tourbillon Souverain Pre-Souscription No. 43/99T

111.

Numbered 43/00R, an extremely important and early “pre-souscription” chronometer wristwatch with double escapement, power reserve indicator, early “shiny” dial, shallow engravings, guarantee, and presentation box

F.P. JOURNE

Chronomètre à Résonance Pre-Souscription No. 43/00R

Though the brand launched in 1999, and with a living watchmaker at the helm, the scholarship on early F.P. Journe has evolved greatly over the last five years. Even then, the focus has remained largely on the Tourbillon. One cannot discount the innovative quality of the Résonance, however, as the world’s first wristwatch to use the resonance phenomenon. The movement is composed of two independent balances, alternatively serving as an “exciter” and “resonator.” This phenomenon was first documented in horology by French royal clockmaker Antide Janvier in the 18th century in his double pendulum clocks, but it was FrançoisPaul Journe who created the world’s first wristwatch using the resonance phenomenon—with his Chronomètre à Résonance wristwatch officially launching in 2000.

For clarification, we can organize the earliest F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance examples into three categories.

After the first two years of case production (99R and 00R), the characteristics of the Résonance become more standardized, until the brass movement series is discontinued in its entirety by 2004.

No. 001–020: The Souscription watches. These were first offered to those twenty clients of Journe who purchased his Tourbillon Souverain, funding his brand. They bear the suffix /00R for their production year of 2000. They were not necessarily delivered in that order, contrary to previous schools of thought, but many of the clients who purchased a Souscription Tourbillon also ordered a matching Résonance. They have the deeper engravings to the caseback, as Journe used laser-etching for this series.

111.

Numbered 43/00R, an extremely important and early “pre-souscription” chronometer wristwatch with double escapement, power reserve indicator, early “shiny” dial, shallow engravings, guarantee, and presentation box

No. 021–03X: The Pre-Production watches, with suffix /99R. These were in fact the first approximately 10 Resonances created by Journe and are numbered after the Souscription watches but produced and sometimes delivered before. About 10 examples. With shallow engravings.

No. 03X–05X: The Pre-Souscription watches, with suffix /00R. The present watch. Estimated 30-40 examples. These were ordered before the Souscription Resonances and bear the shallow engravings and shiny dials typical of the earliest references R and T. According to Journe, in an editorial titled “Mistakes and miracles” shallow engravings only exist until 050/00R. The earliest Pre-Souscription Résonances share all the delightful traits of the very first pieces to be manufactured by Journe, with the exception that their cases were ordered in 2000, rather than

1999. One could conclude that the “pre-production” watches, ordered in 1999, were delivered to those who attended the Basel Fair wherein Journe presented his creations to the public for the first time. The “pre-souscription” watches, one can hypothesize, were purchased by the first members of the public to be won over by Journe’s horological merits.

Number 43 Chronomètre à Résonance displays the classic configuration of a platinum case and yellow gold dial. Matching with the No. 43 Tourbillon, the main gold dial is extremely shiny, with a grainy texture that belies its hand-finished nature, with silvery sub-dials for the two timekeeping dials. Tilted back and forth in natural light, it takes on numerous tones and textures, from a deep gold to a pale textured bronze. The case is in an enviable state of preservation, every imperfection of the shallow hand-engravings crisp and visible as if the burin was just set back down on the bench.

F.P. JOURNE

Chronomètre à Résonance Pre-Souscription No. 43/00R

111.

Numbered 43/00R, an extremely important and early “pre-souscription” chronometer wristwatch with double escapement, power reserve indicator, early “shiny” dial, shallow engravings, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

2000

Case No. No. 043 / 00R Model Name Chonomètre à Résonance “Pre-Souscription” Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1499, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $500,000–1,000,000 Σ €473,000–946,000 Accessories Accompanied by original F.P. Journe guarantee card dated May 12th, 2000, instruction manual, original fitted wooden presentation box, and original white outer box.

Like its predecessor, the previous lot, it comes with its original guarantee and presentation box. Both presentation boxes are of the earliest type used by the brand, seen only in watches delivered in 1999 and 2000. Small gold-toned push buttons adorn the opening mechanism of the box, which is smaller than later iterations, with three separate parts.

The appearance of this set of Number 43 “Pre-Souscription” F.P. Journe timepieces serves as a moment of examination and reflection of the early history of the brand. They provide a window into the first days of F.P. Journe, and the emotions inspired upon their launch. Delivered a mere six weeks from one another, with matching serial numbers, to the same collector, they then passed directly into the hands of a collector, the current consignor, with the same enthusiasm for a laudable and forward-thinking brand.

Appearing at auction for the first time, this two-owner collection is near the apex of F.P. Journe collecting.

F.P. JOURNE

Chronomètre à Résonance Pre-Souscription No. 43/00R

112.

PATEK PHILIPPE — A lady’s white gold officer-style wristwatch with Breguet numerals and white lacquer dial

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2005

Reference No. 4860 Movement No. 3’350’476 Case No. 4’331’711 Material

18K white gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 16-250, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 26mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $6,000–12,000 Σ €5,700–11,400 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture of the present watch in 2005 and its subsequent sale on January 20, 2006. Additionally accompanied by service receipt dated July 10, 2019.

In the 1990s, many brands—forgetting that the very first wristwatches were designed for ladies’ wrists—decided for their women’s watches, they would produce either exclusively in quartz, or take simply an older gentleman’s model and dress it with a few tenths of a carat in diamonds.

The reference 4860 was presented in 1992 as the lady’s counterpart to the reference 3960, which celebrated the 150th anniversary of Patek Philippe, in 1989, but only in yellow gold.

The white and pink gold variations would be introduced later, in 1995, and they remained in production until 2006.

The present lady’s wristwatch intriguingly presents features usually associated with more masculine timepieces, such as the screw lugs, the absence of any kind of gem-setting, and the “old-school” porcelain dial style featuring railway minute divisions, Breguet numerals, and Breguet hands. In fact, this was the lady’s counterpart to the celebrated officier reference 3960. Reference 4860 was originally released in yellow gold in 1992; around 1995, the line was updated with white and pink gold versions, and the models would remain in production until 2006.

113.

PATEK PHILIPPE — A rare, attractive, and thin platinum wristwatch with Breguet numerals and Certificate of Origin

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1999

Reference No. 5022P-012 Movement No. 1’867’605 Case No. 4’050’876 Model Name Calatrava Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 215, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 33mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $8,000–12,000 Σ €7,600–11,400 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated December 24, 1999, product literature, leather wallet, and receipt from the Patek Philippe salon for replacement pin buckle.

The Patek Philippe Calatrava ref. 5022 was in production from 1997 until 2003. It was offered in all of the brand’s traditional precious metals, such as yellow gold, pink gold, white gold, and platinum, with the latter regarded as the rarest. A classic Calatrava case profile measuring a lithe 33.5mm in diameter ensures the watch will sit comfortably on most wrists. And if you must wear a suit at the office, a platinum 5022 like the present example will seamlessly fit under any sleeve or cuff in your closet while still offering an impressive degree of wrist presence.

The present ref. 5022 in platinum is in excellent overall condition. The lugs show off crisp, deep hallmarks, and the black Breguet numerals contrast beautifully against the flawless white dial. The watch is further accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin dated to Christmas Eve, 1999.

114.

IWC — An attractive limited edition 18K pink gold perpetual calendar “Le Petit Prince” wristwatch with moon phase, power reserve, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

IWC

Year

Circa 2013

Reference No. 5028 Movement No. 3’740’008 Case No. 3’044’400 Model Name Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Limited Edition 270 pieces “Le Petit Prince” Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 51613, 62 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold IWC deployant clasp Dimensions 46mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $10,000–20,000 Σ €9,500–18,900 Accessories Accompanied by IWC Guarantee dated December 17, 2013, IWC presentation box, additional year wheel, leather strap, polish cloth, product literature, and outer packaging.

Antoine de Saint Exupéry (1900–1944) was a French aristocrat, aviator, and adventurer who is best known for his novella “Le Petit Prince” (1943), a story following a young prince as he travels to various planets, including Earth. The themes of love, friendship, loss, and loneliness are used to make observations about the human condition, in particular life and human nature.

The partnership between the charity and manufacturer has led to several limited-edition models featuring The Little Prince.

The pink gold Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar “Le Petit Prince” was released at Watches and Wonders in 2013 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the novella. The watch features the classic Big Pilot design with a 46mm diameter case and oversized winding and setting crown. The highlight of the model is the moon-phase sector at 12 o’clock with the Prince standing on the moon looking out at the starry sky, and then seen again on the reverse with a flying scarf as the center piece of the automatic rotor. This is the first Big Pilot’s Watch to feature a traditional moon-phase display.

The present watch is one of 270 examples produced with proceeds from the original sale at the time donated to support the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation’s commitment to end worldwide illiteracy. Consigned by its original owner, the watch is in excellent overall condition and is complete with its IWC guarantee dated 2013.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

115.

PATEK PHILIPPE — An early and attractive yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with Breguet numerals, moon phase, 24-hour indication Certificate of Origin, additional hard caseback, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1992

Reference No. 5040 Movement No. 773’481 Case No. 2’923’326 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 240 Q, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 35.5mm width, 42.6mm overall length Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $15,000–30,000 Σ €14,200–28,400 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated November 20, 1992, fitted wooden presentation box, additional hard caseback, setting pin, Patek Philippe service invoice dated August 4, 2020, and leather envelope with product literature. Further accompanied

by Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with Breguet numerals in 1992 and its subsequent sale on November 20, 1992.

Patek Philippe’s reference 5040 is one of their most uniquely designed models, paying homage to their 1930s time-only tortue watches. They introduced their first serially produced perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon-phase in 1941, with the reference 1526, housed within a classic round Calatravastyle case first introduced with the references 96 and 570 in 1932 and 1938, respectively. The tortue-shape was popularized in the early 20th century with many brands using the design for wristwatches. Elegant and stylish in appeal, it was based on the silhouette of a turtle, named “tortue,” the French word for turtle. It was Patek Philippe’s first perpetual calendar to use this distinctive case design.

First released in 1992, the reference 5040 remained in production until 2007 through two series: the first, with movement numbers beginning with 77X thousand, fitted with caliber 240 114, like the present watch, and the second series, with movement numbers beginning with 3.12X million, fitted with caliber 240 116. The perpetual calendar was produced in yellow, white, and pink gold, as well as platinum, and later replaced by the round-cased references 5140J (2012) and 5140G (2014).

The present early yellow gold example from 1992 is in lovely condition, and is offered with the original Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, and presentation box. This is a wonderful opportunity for connoisseurs of fine timepieces to acquire a rare and undervalued perpetual calendar wristwatch manufactured by Patek Philippe.

116.

An attractive limited edition stainless steel and pink gold flyback chronograph wristwatch with warranty, hang tag, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

2020

Reference No. 26595SR.OO.A032VE.01 Movement No. AY3267 Case No. HA1531W Model Name (Re) Master 01 Self Winding Chronograph Material

18K pink gold and stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 4099, 40 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Audemars Piguet pin buckle Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800 Accessories Accompanied by Audemars Piguet warranty card, fitted presentation box, additional crocodile strap, hang tag, product literature, and outer packaging.

Heritage, vintage re-issue, and tribute watches are common in the 21st century watchmaking landscape, as brands seek to reintroduce and spotlight the designs of their past. But not often are these past inspirations reworked to the extent of the [RE] Master 01, a limited edition of 500 pieces released by Audemars Piguet in 2020. It took the public by surprise when the stainless steel and 18K pink gold vintage reference 1533 was rendered in modern livery.

Phillips has had the great honor of selling two reference 1533s, in 2015 and 2018, respectively, one with a rose dial and one with a green-gold dial. The [RE]Master 01 is a specific reinterpretation of the latter example, purchased by the brand’s Heritage Department at that auction, and though the case and movement have been modernized, the delicate layout of the dial remains distinctly true to the original, with the red “45”-minute indicator on the minute counter, the elongated Art Deco-style Arabic numerals, and the extended brand signature in period font.

While the basic design codes of the original case are upheld in the tear drop lugs and two-tone steel and gold case body, it has been upsized to 40mm in diameter. The addition of a sapphire caseback allows Audemars Piguet’s in-house caliber 4409 automatic chronograph movement to be viewed at one’s leisure—a marked change from the vintage manually wound caliber 13VZAH. This spectacular rendition of the past is offered here by its original owner, preserved in like new condition with its full complement of original paperwork and accessories.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

AUDEMARS PIGUET

(Re) Master 01

117.

An unusual and very rare stainless steel anti-magnetic wristwatch with center seconds, non-luminous “CERN” dial, and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1967

Reference No. 1019; inside caseback stamped 1019 II.67 Movement No. M’210’287 Case No. 1’636’711 Model Name Milgauss Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1580, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex riveted Oyster bracelet Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex USA C&I deployant clasp, numbered 78 Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $20,000–40,000 €18,900–37,800

The Milgauss is the result of a direct collaboration between Rolex and the Geneva-based nuclear-research organization, CERN—Centre Européen de Recherche Nucléaire (European Organization for Nuclear Research). Their aim was to develop a wristwatch that could withstand intense magnetic fields and thus be worn by the CERN engineers and laboratory workers constantly in highly magnetic environments.

Reference 1019 was introduced to the market as the successor of references 6541 and 6543. While the new Milgauss retained its inner Faraday Cage to protect the movement from electromagnetic waves, the model also featured a fresh and modern update to its appearance such as a smooth bezel, modified dial layout, and updated case size. The present example is fitted with a dial variant with black inserts for the hour markers and hands, instead of a luminous material. Also known as a “CERN” dial, this configuration is believed to have been created with CERN and designed without tritium as the latter could affect sensitive radioactivity sensors.

The present “CERN” Milgauss reference 1019 comes to us with a heartwarming story—purchased by the consignor for his father in 1981 at a jewelry store in Mississippi, it was a treasured gift worn faithfully for many years. The consignor’s father was a World War II U.S. Army veteran who came to the United States from Italy in 1913. The clasp is engraved “GRANDPA – 1981.”

ROLEX

Ref. 1019 Milgauss "CERN Dial"

118.

A rare and attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “baby blue” Daytona designation and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1970

Reference No. 6262, case back interior stamped 6241 Case No. 2’413’995 Model Name Daytona Cosmograph Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex riveted Oyster bracelet, max overall length 200mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, stamped I-70 Dimensions 36.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Rolex green leather presentation box, Rolex sticker and outer packaging.

The Rolex Daytona chronograph is a horological wonder and one of the most sought-after wristwatches today. The model has a long history dating back to 1963 with the introduction of the reference 6239, when the tachymeter scale was removed from the dial, as seen on the “pre-Daytona” predecessor chronograph models and relocated to the bezel. Since then, Rolex has proudly produced the Daytona, and over the years and decades, made modifications from caliber types to case diameters, and even incorporating gem-setting. Rolex introduced the reference 6262 with steel bezel and sister reference 6264 with an acrylic bezel in 1969. These two models are considered transitional as they are very similar to the previous generation references 6239 and 6241 but featured the upgraded caliber 727 and slightly larger cases. The references were discontinued in 1972 when Rolex launched the references 6263 and 6265 with screw-down pushers.

The present watch is a striking example with a stunning and extremely well-preserved original dial highlighted by the now blue faded Daytona signature at six o’clock. A defect in the pigment turned the signature from its original white to a subtle light blue hue. The black dial with contrasting silver sub-dials has luminous plots that are perfectly intact and well-preserved.

Offered by the second owner who purchased it directly from the original owner, the watch, dating to 1970, is accompanied by its original riveted Oyster bracelet stamped 1.70. The Rolex Daytona is a sporty wristwatch that will impress, and this example with the rare blue hue Daytona signature is sure to be appreciated by Daytona collectors.

ROLEX

Ref. 6262 Cosmograph Daytona “Baby Blue”

119.

An attractive and versatile stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “Big Red” dial, bracelet, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1986

Reference No. 6265; inside caseback stamped 6263 Case No. 9’324’066 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, reference 78350, end links stamped 571, max overall length 210mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, reference 78350, stamped ‘K2’ for February 1986 Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by Rolex guarantee dated November 13, 1986, chronometer certificate, Daytona product literature, fitted presentation box, and outer box. Further accompanied by Rolex service card dated January 27, 2016, service manual, and service pouch.

Rolex’s Cosmograph Daytona reference 6265 was introduced to the market in approximately 1969 and ceased production in the late 1980s. The model features screw-down pushers and thus carries an “Oyster” designation on the dial. It is powered by caliber 727, a Rolex upgrade of the Valjoux caliber 72 and the final evolution of this movement (following calibers 72A, 72B, 722, and 722-1). From the late 1980s, with reference 16520, Rolex started to employ a self-winding, Zenith El Primero-based movement in the Cosmograph.

This exceptional reference 6265 displays all the features one looks for in a Cosmograph Daytona. Preserved in beautiful condition, it bears the coveted “Big Red” Daytona dial. Adding to its desirability, it comes complete with all its original accessories, including its original guarantee certificate. It is a highly wearable and timeless example for those looking for an iconic Cosmograph Daytona.

ROLEX

Ref. 6265 Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”

120.

An exceptionally rare and unprecedented stainless steel wristwatch with black gloss “waffle” Explorer dial

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1954

Reference No. 6352; inside caseback with 6350 struck out and 6532, additionally stamped 1.54 and 18 Movement No. 46’793 Case No. 29’307 Model Name Explorer Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, A296, 18 jewels Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600

The Rolex references 6350 and 6352 feature both “PreExplorer” and “Explorer” dials, as Rolex used these models as experimental palettes for testing the new branding. “Explorer” dials first appeared in 1953 and are most commonly seen on the reference 6350. The reference 6352, on the other hand, is most often seen with a white honeycomb dial or a smooth black dial. Hardly ever seen is the present combination—the reference 6352 paired with a luminous black waffle “Explorer” dial.

The dial is exceptional, having been preserved in stunning condition, with the tessellated pattern remaining perfectly glossy. It is further preserved with its original luminous material and crowned by its original, rare, and early pencil-shaped hands.

Phillips is excited to offer this specimen of the earliest days of Rolex sports watches, when output was not standardized and subject to changes based on market reception. Clearly, this combination proved to be a winner, as it went on to be adopted and standardized in the reference 1016—the design codes of which live on to this day. With its extremely rare configuration and state of preservation, it is sure to impress even the most discerning of Rolex scholars and enthusiasts.

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Ref. 6352 Explorer “Honeycomb”

121.

A very rare, fine, and highly attractive stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with “Paul Newman” dial, “millerighe” pushers, and bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1967

Reference No. 6240 Case No. 1’658’360 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 722-1, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, end links stamped 571, stamped 78350 19, max overall length 195mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped 78350 03 Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $200,000–400,000 €189,000–378,000

In 1965, Rolex created a new member of the Cosmograph Daytona family by introducing the reference 6240. Manufactured exclusively in stainless steel, the reference featured an acrylic bezel to display the tachymeter and was the first “Daytona” wristwatch equipped with screw-down chronograph pushers to provide enhanced water resistance. A “transitional” watch in all senses, the reference eventually evolved to the beloved references 6263 and 6265.

Production of the model ended in 1969 with estimates that only 1,700 examples of this rare model were produced.

The present “Paul Newman” chronograph dates to 1967 and is remarkably well-preserved and exceptionally original. It is fitted with rare and sought-after first generation, chrome-plated brass pushers, known as “millerighe” pushers, a “Mk 1” acrylic bezel, and an original twin-lock 700-series winding crown, characterized by the large Rolex coronet. The dial is beautifully aged with the outer track and the subsidiary dials having acquired a charming ivory hue, complemented by the tonality of the luminous hour markers that are unspoiled. Interestingly, the step to the outer track is very pronounced; The “T Swiss T” designation is, as expected from this time, “sing-a-song,” with tall center and short extremities, giving it a sort of pyramid-like, or “roof top” look, hence its Italian nickname, “a casetta,” which literally translates to “little house” style.

The ”Paul Newman” Daytona is one of the ultimate chronograph wristwatches, and the reference 6240 is one of the rarest and most sought-after models. This lovely timepiece is a horological treasure and will please even the most discriminating connoisseur.

ROLEX

Ref. 6240 Cosmograph Daytona “Paul Newman”

122.

JAEGER-LECOULTRE — A well-preserved stainless steel anti-magnetic chronometer wristwatch with center seconds

Manufacturer

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Year

1958

Reference No. E168 Movement No. 1’276’174 Case No. 747’727 Model Name Chronomètre Geophysic Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. P478/BWSbr, 17 jewels Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $12,000–24,000 €11,400–22,700

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Chronomètre Geophysic was created in 1958 during the official International Geophysical Year, an international scientific project that lasted from July 1, 1957, to December 31, 1958, when 67 nations participated in scientific exploration of the planet’s most inhospitable and unexplored places.

Designed for explorers and scientists, the Geophysic had a Bauhaus-inspired, no-nonsense dial optimized for legibility.

Its chronometer-grade movement featured a central hacking seconds hand and a Glucydur balance that would not be adversely affected by changes in temperature. The movement was further protected thanks to a soft iron anti-magnetic inner case.

The present watch is preserved in excellent condition. Its luminous hands are complemented by tiny luminous dots positioned on the rehaut, which are typically missing in most examples. The highly legible dial is free of flaws.

123.

OMEGA — A beautiful and early stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with glossy black dial and gilt graphics

Manufacturer

Omega

Year

Circa 1945

Reference No. CK 2077-4 Movement No. 9’600’431 Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 33.3 CHRO, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel deployant clasp Dimensions 38.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800

Omega’s manual-winding caliber 33.3 CHRO is an icon among collectors. It was launched in 1933, originally as a monopusher chronograph, however by the late 1930s, the brand redesigned it, and used the movement in some of its finest two-pusher chronographs. In 1937, the caliber was fitted into Omega’s first water resistant chronograph watch, the reference CK 2077.

Featuring an oversized 38.5mm diameter case with screwdown caseback, this is an early, purpose-driven tool watch with its multi-scale dial and robust, highly water-resistant case construction.

Coming from the collection of an important private collector, the present CK 2077-4 features a stunning and exceptionally well preserved glossy black dial with tri-color gilt printing displaying both telemeter and tachymeter scales. With immense presence on the wrist, it is a beautiful example of the reference sure to please even the most discerning of collectors.

124.

An exceptionally well-preserved and exceedingly rare stainless steel and pink gold chronograph wristwatch with luminous dial, tear drop lugs, tachymeter, and telemeter scale

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1947

Reference No. 4062 Case No. 569’405 Model Name Chronograph “Monete” Material

18K pink gold and stainless steel

Calibre Manual, cal. 23, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $25,000–50,000 €23,700–47,300

The reference 4062, produced between approximately 1942 and 1963, is one of several Rolex chronograph models housed in a non-Oyster case fitted with a diversity of dial iterations and case metals. It is notable for its oversized-for-the-era case and slender, teardrop-style lugs. Some examples, such as the present lot, exhibit a coin-edge caseband, leading to the nickname “monete,” or “coin,” in Italian.

Offered in a virtually unworn, “new-old-stock” state of preservation, with crisp engravings on the caseback, the factory coin-edge finish on the sides of the lugs and the caseband, and most incredibly, the raised luminous numerals on the salmon dial, this is a truly exceptional iteration of an already rare reference.

Hardly ever seen at auction, this reference 4062 dating to circa 1947 is a wonderful example of Rolex’s diverse output in the post-War period.

ROLEX

Ref. 4062 “Luminous Dial”

125.

An early and extremely rare stainless steel wristwatch with white gold bezel, “honeycomb” black dial, date, bracelet, and “red depth” rating

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1955

Reference No. 6305; inside caseback stamped 6305 1, additionally stamped III-55 and 18 Movement No. 83’648 Case No. 110’250 Model Name Datejust “Ovettone” Material

Stainless steel, 18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 745, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp, stamped 1.64 Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $60,000–120,000 €56,800–114,000

Arguably no other reference by Rolex has undergone the levels of experimentation and array of trappings as the classic Datejust.

First introduced to the market in 1945, it remains a mainstay in the Rolex catalogue to the present day. The past eight decades have seen the Datejust change size, caliber, material, crystal, and dial type—but it is always recognizable as one of the most iconic references in all of horology. Early references of the Datejust featured rounded casebacks to accommodate their larger automatic movement, and were therefore given the name “Ovettone,” Italian for “little egg.” Originally released in 1953, the reference 6305 and its sister reference 6304 (with a smooth bezel) replaced the short-lived references 6104 and 6105, which were in production from approximately 1951 to 1953. The stainless steel version of the 6305 was typically fitted with a white gold fluted bezel, as is the present lot.

Few 6305s were fitted with the so-called “honeycomb” dial, and even fewer, such as the present example, with a black honeycomb dial. Upon close inspection, the dial is made of diamond-shaped tessellations that are textured in appearance, rather than the hexagonal comb created by honeybees. Further examination shows another layer of rarity: a vibrant line of red text certifying the depth rating of the watch. While the top layer of text is a golden beige gilt printing, the bottom “OCC” text is silver gilt.

Simultaneously sporty and elegant, exceptionally rare yet instantly recognizable, the present reference 6305 is a classic example of the Datejust elevated by several details that are rare even looking across all vintage Rolex models. This combination of factors renders this example of the Ovettone reference 6305 among the most desirable of vintage Datejusts.

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Ref. 6305 “Black Dial, Red Depth”

126.

An attractive and well-preserved stainless steel “B-Series” wristwatch with date, bracelet, and Certificate of Authenticity

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

1976

Reference No. 5402ST Case No. B1910 Model Name Royal Oak “B Series” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Audemars Piguet bracelet, max overall length 190m Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $45,000–90,000 €42,600–85,200 Accessories Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet Certificate of Authenticity confirming date of sale July 9, 1976.

Launched in 1972, the Royal Oak was the world’s first stainless steel luxury sports watch with a fully integrated bracelet.

Designed overnight in response to an urgent request for an “unprecedented steel watch,” it was at the same time the most expensive stainless steel watch ever made. Today the Royal Oak is a legend, accounting for over 70 percent of the brand’s sales.

The brand sought famed designer Gérald Genta, who developed a brilliantly engineered monobloc case, with a distinctively maritime feel, featuring an octagonal bezel secured by eight hexagonal white gold screws, and a dial with a tapisserie motif.

The watch became known among collectors as the “Jumbo” due to the 39mm diameter case, which at the time was considered large compared to standard gentlemen’s dress watches, most of which measured between 33 and 35 mm in diameter.

The Royal Oak model reference 5402 has been produced in four different batches: A, B, C, and D with small design details that made each subtly different. Presented in excellent condition, the present “B series” Royal Oak is a rare and extremely soughtafter early example. The dial is preserved in excellent condition, with the AP logo at six o’clock as correctly found on any A and B Series.

The present Royal Oak is beautifully preserved and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity confirming the original sale date as July 9, 1976. The Royal Oak is an icon within the world of horology. It’s history as the first modern luxury sports watch, along with its timeless aesthetic, makes it a superb choice for any connoisseur.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 5402ST “B Series”

127.

A very rare and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet, retailed by Gübelin

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1980

Reference No. 3700/1 Movement No. 1’307’732 Case No. 540’937 Model Name Nautilus “Jumbo” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 28-255C, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 195mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed, dial signed by retailer.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1980 and its subsequent sale on April 8, 1981. Later Patek Philippe leather travel pouch. Further accompanied by Gübelin extract confirming the present watch was sold on April 8th, 1981.

The result of a collaboration between Patek Philippe and designer Gérald Genta, the Nautilus’ unique appearance was inspired by maritime portholes and named for Captain Nemo’s submarine, the Nautilus, in Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Much as the fictional nautical vessel was described as “a masterpiece containing masterpieces,” so does the Nautilus wristwatch possess a numerous variety of artistic cues. The reference 3700/1 embodies every aspect of Patek Philippe’s avant-garde design philosophy of the 1970s, from the bold yet elegant curves, to the contrasting finish of the case, and even the delicate grooves of the dial culminating in a sublimely robust and elegant wristwatch.

Patek Philippe produced two versions of the Nautilus ref. 3700 in steel: 3700/1, from 1976 to approximately 1981, featuring a straight bracelet (the present lot), and reference 3700/11, [see lot 129 for a two-tone example], in production from 1981 to 1990, with a tapered steel bracelet.

The present fresh-to-market Nautilus is well-preserved and is a highly coveted timepiece in its own right, but it also features a very rare double-signed dial with both the brand name and retailer Gübelin, the famed Swiss jeweler founded in 1854.

It is one of just a handful of reference 3700/1 examples to appear on the market to include the name of this prestigious retailer on the dial.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3700 Nautilus “Jumbo, Stainless Steel, Gübelin”

128.

A rare and well-preserved stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Vacheron Constantin

Year

1977

Reference No.

44018/411

Movement No. 684’786 Case No. 522’108 Model Name 222 “Jumbo” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. K1121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Vacheron Constantin bracelet, max overall length 185mm Clasp/Buckle Vacheron Constantin deployant clasp Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $30,000–60,000 €28,400–56,800 Accessories Accompanied by a Vacheron Constantin suede pouch. Further accompanied by Vacheron Constantin Extract from the Archives confirming manufacture of the present watch in 1977.

In the early and mid-1970s, Swiss watchmaking underwent a sea of changes in the design and marketing of their wristwatches.

Within a short period of time, several “luxury sports” watches were designed and produced, each manufacturer attempting to outdo the other.

Vacheron Constantin responded in 1977, launching the 222.

Unlike the previous three watches, which had all been designed

by Gérald Genta, Vacheron Constantin turned to young designer Jörg Hysek, who would later work on the Phidias and the Overseas for the brand. He used some of the basic building blocks of the previous three watches—an integrated, flat-link bracelet, ultra-thin tonneau case, and a screw-down bezel increasing water resistance.

Within the 222 lies the ultra-thin, automatic calibre 1121, Vacheron Constantin’s version of the renowned Jaeger-LeCoultre caliber 920 used in the earliest Patek Philippe Nautilus models and the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo”. The scalloped bezel and the hexagonal flat links of the bracelet, as well as the small Maltese cross inset to the case differentiate the design of the 222 from its luxury sports watch brethren. Produced for only seven years, with a total of 500 pieces made in all metal and dial combinations, the 222 commemorated the 222nd anniversary of Vacheron Constantin.

Extremely well preserved in outstanding condition, the desirable dark grey dial on the present example is stunning, with luminous hour markers that have aged to an appealing light brown tone.

It’s an exceptional and uncommon luxury sports wristwatch for the discerning collector.

VACHERON CONSTANTIN

222

129.

A rare and attractive two-tone yellow gold and stainless steel wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1979

Reference No. 3700/011 Movement No. 1’308’436 Case No. 558’766 Model Name Nautilus Material

18K yellow gold and stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 28-255, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold and stainless steel Patek Philippe bracelet, max overall length 180mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Patek Philippe clasp Dimensions 42mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by a photocopy Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1979 with tritium hour markers, and its subsequent sale on June 4, 1982.

Patek Philippe’s Nautilus, released in 1976, became one of the most iconic and classic wristwatches of the late 20th century. It was a new era of luxury, inaugurating the use of stainless steel for high-end watches, which today is the epitome of watches with a versatile appeal and a sporty appearance that can be worn both outdoors or in the boardroom.

Released in 1976, the reference 3700/1 was in production until 1981 and featured a straight bracelet, while its successor, the reference 3700/11, with a tapered bracelet, remained in production until 1990.

The Nautilus was a groundbreaking wristwatch for Patek Philippe, ushering in a new dimension to the luxury world of watchmaking, a welcome alternative for smaller gentlemen’s dress timepieces fitted on leather straps. The Nautilus reference 3700’s 42 mm diameter soon became a major product line for Patek Philippe, and today it is one of the most desirable watches in all of Swiss watchmaking.

Cased in two-tone 18K yellow gold and stainless steel, the present watch embodies to perfection the aesthetic cues of the 1980s: statement colors with playfulness. Its gold inner links add flair, sophistication, and a suave cool factor to an already iconic watch. Neither craftmanship nor quality were left to fate. Its blue fumé dial was handmade with utmost precision by Stern Frères with engraved stripes to achieve a uniform ribbed texture. Further, the present watch is one of the rarest iterations of the model, a reference 3700/011, as it is estimated only 300 examples were cased in two-tone 18K yellow gold and stainless steel, while 1500 examples were made in stainless steel.

The present timepiece is fresh-to-the-market, offered for the first time at auction, and is presented in very attractive overall condition.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3700/11 Nautilus “Jumbo, Two-Tone”

130.

A fine and attractive platinum chronometer wristwatch with date, moon phase, and power reserve with Certificate of Authenticity and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2013

Case No. 182-AL Model Name Octa Automatique Lune Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1300.3, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 40 mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $45,000–90,000 Σ €42,600–85,200 Accessories Accompanied by F.P. Journe Certificate of Authenticity dated October 29, 2013, fitted wooden presentation box, product literature with CD ROM, and outer packaging.

François-Paul Journe introduced his first wristwatch, the Tourbillon Souverain, in 1999, and shortly thereafter followed with the revolutionary Chronométre à Résonance and the Octa Automatique. The Octa (2001) model began as one watch but with the mindset that Journe was in fact building the base for an entire collection.

The Octa Lune was launched in 2003 and won the “Best Men’s Watch” award in the same year at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)—the most prestigious award ceremony in the Swiss watch industry. The moon-phase on the left-hand side of the dial offered a balance to the offset sub-dial displaying the hour and minute, with the moon aperture poetically crafted in the shape of a crescent moon when rotated 90 degrees horizontally.

From 2003 to 2005, the first-generation models featured the caliber 1300.3 brass movement, while the second generation, introduced in 2004, was updated with a solid gold movement.

In 2007, Journe released the “Automatique Lune,” featuring a new dial layout with the hour and minute position moved to the traditional horological display format at the outer rim of the dial. The new model offered a classic, clean, easy-to-read display, and while the moon-phase and large date apertures remained the same, the Arabic hour numerals were newly prominent at the periphery of the dial with the railroad minute track between them. The present Octa Automatique Lune is fresh-to-the-market and in excellent overall condition, accompanied by its original presentation box and a Journe Certificate of Authenticity dated to 2013.

The timepiece is contemporary and elegant, perfectly matching the genius of its creator and the elegance of a timeless design.

This lot will appeal to the collector of independent modern horological artisans.

F.P. JOURNE

Octa Automatique Lune

131.

A cutting-edge and impressive pink gold wristwatch with two independent escapements, double flying balance wheels, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

MB&F

Year

2014

Reference No. 02.RL.W Case No. 02’R35’537 Model Name Legacy Machine Two Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, developed by MB&F x Jean-Francois Mojon and Kari Voutilainen, 44 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold MB&F pin buckle Dimensions 44mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 Σ €47,300–94,600 Accessories Accompanied by MB&F international warranty booklet dated March 3, 2014, instruction manual, leather wallet, pod-form fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.

Within a few short years since launching their first model, the Horological Machine 1 (HM1), MB&F had firmly established themselves as a brand at the cutting edge of horological design.

They broke the mold in terms of aesthetics, movement design, and the very concept of what a wristwatch could be. The Legacy Machines are pure retro-futurism in terms of aesthetics but they still push the ingenuity of their watchmakers’ to the limit.

This second member of the Legacy Machine family, the LM2 maintained the vaulted bridges, structural lugs and domed crystal of its predecessor, but now mounts two independent escapements above the dial. Linked by a differential visible at six o’clock that mechanically averages the two which, theoretically, should provide improved chronometry—not to mention a magnificent show.

The manual-wind caliber, created exclusively for this watch, was developed between Jean-Francois Mojon and the MB&F team with finishing duties being carried out by none other than Kari Voutilainen. Housed in an elegant 18 karat pink gold case that hammers home the steampunk aesthetics, we are pleased to present this example in superb condition with its original MB&F box (a work of art in itself!) and certificate.

Please note that MB&F generously offers a complimentary service of the watch to the successful bidder within a period of six months following this auction.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

MB&F

Legacy Machine No. 2

132.

An impressive and rare limited edition pink gold retrograde skeletonized perpetual calendar wristwatch with gyrotourbillon regulator, equation of time, and power reserve with Certificate of Origin, hang tag, and presentation box; number 5 of 28 pieces

Manufacturer

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Year

Circa 2012

Reference No. Q6002420, 149.2.07.S Case No. No. 5/28, 2’533’293 Model Name Gyrotourbillon 1 Material

18K pink gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 177, 117 jewels Bracelet/Strap Alligator Clasp/Buckle 18K pink gold Jaeger-LeCoultre pin buckle Dimensions 42.5mm Diameter Signed Case, movement, dial, and buckle signed.

Estimate $70,000–120,000 Σ €66,200–114,000 Accessories Accompanied by Jaeger-LeCoultre Certificate of Origin, Guarantee Certificate dated June 2012, fitted wooden presentation box, hang tag, magnifying glass, leather envelope, product literature, and outer packaging.

Launched in 2004, the Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Gyrotourbillon 1 wristwatch is a stellar hyper-complicated timepiece developed by master watchmaker Eric Coudray and designer Magali Metrailler. The caliber 177 is composed of 679 individual parts, 117 jewels, and features an array of mechanical displays and complications, including a multi-axis tourbillon, a perpetual calendar with retrograde displays for the date, month, power reserve, and leap year indications. In addition, its movement provides eight days of power reserve and features a “running” equation of time complication that displays the difference between solar time and mean time. Solar time is indicated by the minute hand tipped with a small sun, which sometimes runs ahead or behind the primary minute hand. Both hands are synchronized four times a year.

The pink gold model was launched in 2012 in a limited edition of just 28 timepieces. The present gyrotourbillon, number 5, is offered by the original owner in excellent overall condition and accompanied by its Certificate of Origin, presentation box, and hang tag. When first released, the Gyrotourbillon 1 was the most complicated watch made by Jaeger-LeCoultre. It pushed the boundaries of mechanical watchmaking and opened the door for a new era of complicated timepieces that are not only visually stimulating but also technical marvels that are a joy to contemplate.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

JAEGER-LECOULTRE

Gyrotourbillion

133.

A striking and unusual platinum flyback chronograph wristwatch with white gold dial, date, Certificate of Origin, and presentation box

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2003

Case No. 090-03C Model Name Octa Chronographe Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1300, 32 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum F.P. Journe pin buckle Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $85,000–185,000 Σ €80,400–175,000 Accessories Accompanied by F.P. Journe Certificate of Origin, instruction manual, fitted presentation box, and outer box.

In 2001, F.P. Journe introduced his automatic “Octa” movement, which today, over 20 years later, remains a favorite among collectors. The caliber 1300 of the “Octa” models features a seven-day power reserve but is only presented as 120 hours as a chronometer, since past that duration, the linear energy flow needed for chronometry isn’t mechanically guaranteed. The caliber was introduced with a brass movement, however it was redesigned in 2004 as the 1300.2, using an 18-karat rose gold movement, then changed once again in 2007 to the 1300.3, with a uni-directional winding rotor, opposed to the original’s bi-directional winding.

The Octa Chronograph was the world’s first automatic flyback chronometer chronograph with oversized date window.

The Octa Chronograph was also the first Journe model to be discontinued, when it was replaced by the Centigraphe Souverain chronograph in 2007.

Produced in two series, the first with the caliber 1300 with brass movement like the present watch, and the second 1300.2 with 18K gold movement, it is a wonderful reinterpretation of a chronograph. The asymmetrical dial, with large time indication to the right side of the dial, is offset by the smaller 60-minute dial to the left side.

A very early example dating from 2003 with serial number 090, the present watch bears a shimmery, grainy-textured white gold dial in a 38mm platinum case, making it one of the most desirable configurations for Octa Chronographs cherished by collectors.

Offered in exemplary condition, the visually stunning dial pairs with the ingenious movement to achieve horological excellence.

F.P. JOURNE

Octa Chronographe No. 90

134.

An exciting, innovative, and rare titanium wristwatch with power-reserve indicator, guarantee, and presentation box

Manufacturer

MB&F

Year

2011

Reference No. 40.TSL.B Case No. 40T0020 Model Name Horological Machine No. 4 “Thunderbolt” Material

Titanium

Calibre Manual, 50 jewels; developed with Laurent Besse and Beranger Reynard Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Titanium deployant clasp Dimensions 54mm width x 52mm length Signed Case, movement, and clasp signed. Movement additionally signed by the two watchmakers and a personal engraving.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000 Accessories Accompanied by MB&F international guarantee dated March 15, 2011, instruction manual, leather wallet, fitted presentation box in the form of a thrust lever, and outer packaging.

For the free thinker, the irreverent, and the bold, MB&F’s Horological Machine 4 embraces the unexpected. Introduced in 2010, it has drawn collectors and enthusiasts for over a decade with its powerful and inspired design as well as its technical prowess.

The design of the Horological Machine 4 is directly inspired by the fuselage of the P47-Thunderbolt fighter plane. The movement took three full years to develop and is ingeniously placed on a horizontal plane. Dual mainspring barrels drive two vertical gear trains, transferring power to the dial indicating hours and minutes on the right and power reserve on the left.

Made in only 50 pieces in titanium, the case is quite light for enhanced wearing comfort, and regardless of its unusual ergonomics, the watch sits very well on the wrist and could even be considered the perfect pilots’ watch.

The present HM4 comes directly from the collection of the original owner, an important collector of independent watches, and its movement is personalized with his name. In wellpreserved condition, the watch comes complete with all its original accessories.

Please note that MB&F will remove personalization and generously offers a complementary servicing of the watch to the winning bidder within a period of 6 months after the sale.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

MB&F

Horological Machine No. 4

135.

An extremely well preserved, rare, and important platinum wristwatch with original certificate and presentation box

PHILIPPE DUFOUR

Simplicity “Platinum, 37MM”

Often seen with a pipe in one hand, a loupe on his forehead, and watches strapped to either wrist, Philippe Dufour is, simply and unequivocally, a living legend of horology. Not only has he produced some of the finest hand-finished watches of the modern era, but he does so with no marketing, no self-promotion, each year creating a dozen or so of the tiny masterpieces for which he has become so celebrated.

Following graduation from the Ecole d’Horlogerie in the Vallée de Joux, Dufour mastered his skills working for Jaeger-LeCoultre, Gérald Genta, and Audemars Piguet, specializing in complications.

In 1992, as an independent watchmaker, he introduced the world’s first wristwatch with Grande and Petite Sonnerie.

The Simplicity model was introduced in 2000 as a tribute to traditional Swiss watchmaking, with each timepiece being created and assembled entirely by hand. The model was produced in different variations, with platinum, pink, or white gold cases and two case sizes: a smaller model with 34mm diameter case, and a larger model with 37mm case. Dufour also created two dial types, one in white lacquer and the other with a hand-guilloché dial. Initially, the Simplicity was supposed to be limited to only 100 watches, but due to the incredible demand from clients and collectors, Dufour extended that number to 200. Currently, 205 pieces of the original Simplicity are known to have been produced before its discontinuation.

135.

An extremely well preserved, rare, and important platinum wristwatch with original certificate and presentation box

Manufacturer

Philippe Dufour

Year

2008

Movement No. No. 178 Model Name Simplicity Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 11, 21 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold pin buckle Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $400,000–800,000 €378,000–757,000 Accessories Accompanied by Philippe Dufour Certificate of Origin and International Guarantee dated June 2008, fitted box, and outer box.

In 2020, Dufour announced a last run of 20 Simplicity models in celebration of the model’s 20th anniversary. These anniversary pieces feature a hinged caseback and a different dial to the nonanniversary models. Anniversary piece number 00/20 was sold at Phillips Geneva in November 2020 for CHF 1,361,000.

The combination of a 37mm case in platinum with the handguilloché dial, most similar to the prototype version Monsieur Dufour himself wears, is arguably one of the most desired variants. This particular example is preserved in virtually unworn condition, with its original guarantee and presentation box. With the increase in cult status of the Simplicity and the deep respect for Monsieur Dufour in the horological community, this is an unmissable opportunity to obtain a modern masterpiece.

PHILIPPE DUFOUR

Simplicity “Platinum, 37MM”

136.

ROLEX — A fine and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with date, 24-hour indication and bracelet.

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1980

Reference No. 1655 Case No. 6’339’043 Model Name Explorer II “Freccione” Material

Stainless steel

Calibre Automatic, cal. 1570, 26 jewels Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, stamped 78360, end links stamped 580, max overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped 78360 and Z4 Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement and clasp signed.

Estimate $12,000–18,000 €11,400–17,000

Rolex introduced the Explorer II as a new generation of the famed Explorer family of wristwatches first introduced in 1953. With the successful ascent of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzig Norgay, Rolex sought to offer a robust and wearable tool watch meeting the demands of early mountaineers.

The unique design, with the engraved 24-hour calibrated bezel and oversized, additional 24-hour hand, referred to by collectors as “Freccione” or big arrow, permits the wearer to easily tell time in the darkness of caves. The triangular-shaped hand indicates the time on the non-rotating 24-hour calibrated steel bezel. While reminiscent of the 24-hour rotating bezel of the GMT-Master, this watch is not for dual time purposes, but solely for those who are in darkness for prolonged periods of time to enable the wearer to differentiate night and day.

Displaying a “Mk 4” dial which is correct for the serial number, the present watch is preserved in excellent condition with a beautifully aged dial. The 1655 is an exciting reference for collectors—a prominent yet uncommon model within the Rolex product line since it was first introduced.

137.

ROLEX — A fine and elegant platinum wristwatch with center seconds, day, date, bracelet, and guarantee

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 2000

Reference No. 118206 Case No. P909785, end links stamped 83856 Model Name Day-Date Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 3155, 31 jewels Bracelet/Strap Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed Clasp/Buckle Platinum Rolex folding clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $15,000–25,000 €14,200–23,700 Accessories Accompanied by 2 extra platinum links, guarantee, manual, two green wallets, bezel protector, and factory service booklet.

Since its introduction in 1956, the Day-Date is one of the most varied and diverse flagship models Rolex manufactures, and most notably, has only ever been cased in precious metals, demonstrating its glamour and status. The present Rolex DayDate reference 118206 is cased in platinum, considered to be the most prestigious of metals.

At 36mm, the watch sits comfortably and fashionably on wrist sizes of all types. The beautiful ice-blue dial with mirror-polished roman numerals adds even further appeal and elegance. Distinguished by its platinum case and wellpreserved in excellent condition with the original factory sticker still present on its caseback, this modern Day-Date is certain to delight collectors with its enduring appeal.

138.

A rare and attractive white gold wristwatch with diamond-set indices and bracelet

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

Circa 1978

Reference No. 5402BC Case No. No. 36 Model Name Royal Oak “Jumbo” Material

18K white gold and diamond

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K white gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, max overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Audemars Piguet clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $60,000–120,000 €56,800–114,000

Introduced in 1972, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is, without a doubt, one of the landmark wristwatch designs of the 20th century. Created during the depths of the quartz crisis, the most expensive steel watch ever offered to the public was believed by many that it would bankrupt the company. Over the past four decades, the Royal Oak has instead fuelled the brand’s success to the extent of becoming the key product line of Audemars Piguet.

The present Royal Oak in 18-karat white gold is amongst the rarest variants of the original reference 5402—the affectionately named “Jumbo”. Produced in very small quantities, this specimen is the 36th example of only 150 believed to have been manufactured by the firm in white gold. Crafted out of solid 18-karat gold, its luxurious heft is dramatic, especially when compared to the regular production stainless steel versions. Measuring 39mm in diameter, its iconic octagonal bezel is secured with mirror-polished white gold hexagonal screws that provide attractive, eye-catching contrast to the brushed polished bezel. The surface of the black dial features a guilloché mini-“tapisserie” pattern—a texture resembling small square cobblestones which is found on all early Royal Oak dials. It is adorned with tasteful diamond hour markers whose unobtrusive presence manages to light up the dial without it feeling cumbersome, making it a rare opportunity for collectors of luxury sports watches.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 5402BC

139.

An exceedingly attractive and desirable yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with champagne dial and “tropical” subdials

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

Circa 1987

Reference No. 6263; inside caseback stamped 6263 and CRS Movement No. 7’194 Case No. 9’323’634 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Gold plated Rolex pin buckle Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $80,000–160,000 €75,700–151,000

This reference 6263 most notably features a dial displaying “Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified”. During the early 1970s, Rolex began to submit their yellow gold Daytona Cosmograph models for chronometer certification. While the very first examples displayed an “Oyster Split” designation, later examples, such as this particular configuration displayed the COSC designation directly below “Rolex Oyster”. Coming from one of the last years of production for the manuallywound Daytona, the subsidiary registers have become tropical, adding to its charm and desirability with their beautiful shade of mocha brown.

Possibly unpolished, the present watch displays all factory finishes, from the crisp finishes on the top of the lugs, to the multi-faceted bezel, and even the crisp hallmarks beneath the lugs. The razor-sharp edges, along with contrasting polished and brushed finishes are as impressive as the deep chocolatecolored subdials. Paired with a leather strap, it is a versatile and attractive combination for the vintage Rolex enthusiast.

ROLEX

Ref. 6263 Cosmograph Daytona “Tropical”

140.

An exceptional and exclusive limited edition titanium and platinum wristwatch with “ultramarine blue” dial, polished bezel, date, and bracelet, with warranty card and presentation box, limited edition of 250 pieces

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

2018

Reference No. 15202IP Movement No. AJ2820 Case No. K12621 Model Name Royal Oak Ultra-Thin Material

Titanium and platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap Titanium and Platinum Audemars Piguet bracelet max overall length 200mm Clasp/Buckle Titanium and Platinum deployant clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $70,000–140,000 €66,200–132,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Audemars Piguet international warranty card, wooden fitted presentation box, produce literature and outer packaging.

Reference 15202 has become one of the most coveted watches of the past years. It was first introduced in steel and yellow gold cases in 2000, while retaining the 39mm case of the original “Jumbo” as well as the automatic caliber 2121, modernized with a more modern aesthetic featuring a “Grande Tapisserie” dial and sapphire caseback.

The “IP”—as the present watch is nicknamed by collectors (as reference to the last two letters of its reference number meaning titanium and platinum)—represents the continuation, or according to some collectors the pinnacle, of this path. In its case, the collector finds the mix—as idiosyncratic as it is potent—of two opposing metals: ultra-light and technical titanium for the case and bracelet links and heavy and luxurious platinum for the bezel and central links. It is incredible how these two polar opposite metals manage to perfectly blend together for a supremely attractive final result.

The degradé ultramarine blue dial also represents a new tier of experimentation for the 15202 model, noticeably—but still discreetly—stepping away from the usual monochrome dark dials. Also in this case, the outcome packs an incredibly powerful aesthetic punch.

Offered by the original owner, the timepiece has an unrestrained beauty and desirability, and its 250-piece limited production propelled collectors to the highest level of frustration: only the brand’s most important collectors were able to call one of these watches their own. Such a dedicated crowd obviously very rarely part with their watches—let alone such an exclusive and attractive piece—rendering quite unsurprising the scarcity on the market of this model.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 15202IP Royal Oak

141.

A rare, early, and attractive yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with moonphase

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1947

Reference No. 1526 Movement No. 960’805 Case No. 649’563 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 12-120 Q, 18 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 34mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch with raised hour markers in yellow gold in 1947 and its subsequent sale on February 14th, 1948. Further accompanied by an Extract from the Archives ordered in 1995.

Perpetual calendars hold profound significance in the world of Patek Philippe, representing the pinnacle of technical prowess and precision in watchmaking. These intricate mechanisms, capable of automatically adjusting for months with different numbers of days and leap years, exemplify Patek Philippe’s commitment to combining horological excellence with practical functionality.

Patek Philippe’s reference 1526 was first introduced in 1941 and remained in production until 1952. It is estimated that only 210 examples were produced within this twelve year run. With a sole exception in stainless steel, the majority of the examples are predominantly in yellow gold and a fraction in pink gold.

The simplicity of the “Calatrava” style case and serene silver dial is counterbalanced by the magnificently hand decorated movement that mechanically calculates the length of each month throughout the year, while also accounting for leap years. The present example is preserved in lovely condition considering its age. It has developed an attractive patina on the case while its hallmarks remain intact. As a the world’s first serially-produced perpetual calendar wristwatch, this important reference should certainly be considered by collectors who wish to own a milestone reference of Patek Philippe’s history.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1526

142.

A very rare and highly attractive yellow gold perpetual calendar wristwatch with leap year indication and moon phase

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1984

Reference No. 3450 Movement No. 1’119’716 Case No. 2’805’725 Model Name “Padellone” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 27-460 QB, 37 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 37.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1984 and its subsequent sale on November 21, 1984.

Patek Philippe’s legendary line of perpetual calendar wristwatches is known for their symmetry, harmony, and timeless elegance. The brand introduced their first self-winding perpetual calendar wristwatch, the reference 3448, in 1962.

Launched in 1981, reference 3450 was the successor to reference 3448—Patek Philippe’s very first perpetual calendar wristwatch to indicate leap years. While aesthetically similar to reference 3448, it most notably indicates the leap year via an aperture at 3:30 on the dial.

Technically, the model represents one of the pinnacles of watchmaking. It is powered by the caliber 27-460Q, the perpetual (Q: Quantiême) upgrade of calibre 27-460 which is considered one of the finest automatic movements of all time.

The present watch, manufactured in 1984, is among the very last examples of reference 3450s ever made before the introduction of reference 3940. While the first generation examples were fitted with a “red dot” to indicate the leap year, second generation examples displayed Roman numerals I, II, III and IV, like the present model.

Preserved in excellent condition, its hallmarks are crisp and well preserved. The case has beautifully oxidized overtime, developing a beautiful, pinkish hue. The dial is stunning, flawless and free from any defects. Patek Philippe produced very limited quantities of the reference 3450, and the present example is a rare opportunity for discerning collectors of complicated Patek Philippe watches.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3450

143.

An exceptional and possibly unique platinum perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with Breguet numerals, red hands, moon phase, leap year, day and night indications with Certificate of Origin, additional solid case back and presentation box

Patek Philippe’s collection of modern complicated timepieces was first introduced in 1941 with the reference 1518, the first serially produced perpetual calendar chronograph with moon phase. The model was replaced a decade later with the reference 2499, one of the most iconic and sought after perpetual calendar wristwatches ever produced. In 1996, Patek Philippe released their first ever perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph, the reference 5004. Extremely wellreceived by collectors, the watch marked an important moment for the firm, using the last Lemania-based caliber, cal. CH 27-70 Q. The reference was discontinued in 2010, and two years later Patek Philippe launched the important reference 5204.

The new model featured the manufacturer’s first in-house caliber CHR 29-535 PS Q, replacing the former Lemania based caliber found on the reference 5004. The 5204 featured upgrades such as an enlarged 40mm diameter case, baton numerals, a tweaked dial layout with a noticeable “upside down” moon phase, and the 24 hour hand replaced by a day/night indication. The reference was released in platinum with an opaline silver dial and two years later with a black dial.

The addition of a split-second feature propels the watch into the ultimate echelon of watchmaking, the split-second chronograph being one of the most daunting complications to execute, together with the minute repeater. Such mechanical prowess coupled with the generous proportions of the watch and the quintessentially Patek Philippe design of the piece made the reference 5204 an instant classic that is highly coveted by collectors.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5204P-021 “Possibly Unique”

143.

An exceptional and possibly unique platinum perpetual calendar split-seconds chronograph wristwatch with Breguet numerals, red hands, moon phase, leap year, day and night indications with Certificate of Origin, additional solid case back and presentation box

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2018

Reference No. 5204P-21 Movement No. 5’253’728 Case No. 6’207’913 Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. CHR 29-535 PS Q Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle

Platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp

Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated June 5, 2018, fitted wooden presentation box, additional hard case back, hang tag, setting pin, leather portfolio with photograph and product literature, original Patek Philippe numbered slip box, and outer packaging.

The present example is offered for the first time at auction by the original owner and sports a stunning, and possibly unique 021 black dial type with applied Breguet numerals and red hands for the chronograph seconds, minute counter, and running seconds. Without a doubt offered to one of Patek Philippe’s most important clients, the watch is furthermore preserved in outstanding condition and is accompanied by its full set of accessories. Being the first reference to feature Patek Philippe’s first in-house split-seconds, the present “special-order” reference 5204 is without a doubt one of the most important versions of this milestone reference to appear on the market.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5204P-021 “Possibly Unique”

144.

A possibly unique, incredibly rare, and attractive platinum minute repeating wristwatch with red seconds hand and black lacquer dial, Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, and leather folio

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5078P-011 “Possibly Unique”

Patek Philippe’s reference 5078 is a stunning modern masterpiece featuring one of the most complex and desirable of all high complications—a minute repeater. Launched in 2008, it is the brand’s 21st century iteration of the striking wristwatch, and while it has a contemporary look and feel it’s firmly rooted in horology’s traditional past.

Powered by a self-winding movement with micro-rotor, its caliber R 27 PS is comprised of 342 parts and measures a very slim 5.05 mm in thickness. Winding is accomplished via a beautifully engraved micro-rotor, visible through the sapphire crystal caseback, and superbly integrated into the movement to permit an unobstructed view of the repeater’s hammers and gongs.

Housed within a tastefully-sized 38mm diameter case, the now-discontinued platinum and rose gold versions of the reference were fitted with dials featuring slender and elegant Roman numeral hour markers and feuille hands, noted with a -001 or a -010 extension to the reference number if enamel or black lacquer, respectively.

The present watch is made extraordinary thanks to the special and possibly unique combination it was born with. Likely custom-ordered by an important client, it is the only known version of this reference to feature a “red” seconds hand.

Accordingly, it is designated on the certificate of origin as a reference 5078P-011—the first and only known example of the reference to appear with this reference number.

144.

A possibly unique, incredibly rare, and attractive platinum minute repeating wristwatch with red seconds hand and black lacquer dial, Certificate of Origin, additional solid caseback, and leather folio

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2012

Reference No. 5078P-011 Movement No. 1’904’238 Case No. 4’483’287 Material

Platinum

Calibre Automatic, cal. R 27 PS AIG 2, 39 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle

Platinum Patek Philippe tang buckle

Dimensions 38mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $200,000–400,000 Σ €189,000–378,000 Accessories Accompanied by Certificate of Origin dated June 4th, 2012, leather portfolio with glossy photograph, product literature, additional solid caseback, and hang tag.

Preserved in outstanding condition, the present watch is accompanied with its Certificate of Origin, a leather folio with portrait and model overview, and as well as an additional, solid caseback. The possibly unique red seconds hand is furthermore denoted on the certificate. Consigned by the original owner, the uniqueness of its configuration and its pristine state of preservation make this one of the most important examples of the reference to appear on the market.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5078P-011 “Possibly Unique”

145.

An important, very rare, and impressive yellow gold minute repeating perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, leap year and 24-hour indications, and additional doré dial

Patek Philippe’s reference 3974 epitomizes the brand’s technical and design prowess manifested during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The execution of a perpetual calendar minute repeater is the litmus test for greatness in the field of high horology, and Patek Philippe has proven time and time again they are incomparable in this regard.

Created under the guidance of Philippe Stern, this reference was launched in 1989 to celebrate Patek Philippe’s 150th anniversary.

Featuring an ultra-thin, in-house self-winding movement with minute repeater, perpetual calendar, 24-hour indication and moon phases, it was the world’s most complicated wristwatch at the time. The movement beating in the heart of this masterpiece is Patek Philippe’s caliber 27RQ, an impressively thin movement measuring just 6.8mm, comprised of 467 components.

Another surprising feature is the micro-rotor, which provides an unobtrusive view into the superbly finished movement. The reference additionally stands-out as the first automatic-winding minute repeating watch ever made.

While the case architecture is derived from the famed reference 2499, particularly the gracefully arched lugs when viewed in profile, there are some marked differences to allow for the slide mechanism and lack of chronograph pushers. Patek Philippe turned to Jean-Pierre Hagmann (whose initials are proudly stamped inside the solid caseback and inner lug), a living legend amongst case makers, to create a case that would not only be a beautiful vessel for the watch but could also act as a superb sound carrier for the repeater’s delicate chimes. These minute repeaters are known to be Monsieur Hagmann’s favorite creations for the brand, and the early examples with his initials are coveted by collectors. He began his career creating watch bracelets at Gay Frères and went on to create watch cases for the most illustrious Swiss brands—even creating the 26 cases for Patek Philippe’s Star Calibre 2000 in six weeks. The chimes in the present timepiece are crystal clear, perfectly timed, loud, and extremely pleasant to the ear—thanks to Patek Philippe’s technical expertise and Hagmann’s savoir faire.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3974J

145.

An important, very rare, and impressive yellow gold minute repeating perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phase, leap year and 24-hour indications, and additional doré dial

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1991

Reference No. 3974J Movement No. 1’906’054 Case No. 2’900’794 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. R27Q, 39 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Estimate $250,000–500,000 €237,000–473,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1991 and its subsequent sale on December 10th, 1991.

Dating from 1991, this exceptional yellow gold reference 3974 comes with not only its original silvered dial with gold hour markers as specified on the Extract from the Archives, but also an additional champagne, or “doré” dial that enhances its desirability. The reference 3974 is considered by many to be one of the most important Patek Philippe complicated wristwatches of the modern era, and the present example is a rare opportunity for the connoisseur.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3974J

146.

A rare and highly attractive platinum chronograph wristwatch with baguette diamond indices, “fumé” dial with tachymeter

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2017

Reference No. 5170 Movement No. 7’030’180 Case No. 6’209’599 Material

Platinum and diamond

Calibre Manual, CH29-535 OS Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 39.5mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $60,000–120,000 €56,800–114,000 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe leather envelope with product literature.

Patek Philippe ceased production of their famed chronographs in the 1960s when they discontinued the iconic water resistant reference 1463 two-register chronograph. They would not produce another chronograph wristwatch until 1998, when they launched the reference 5070 in a large 42mm diameter case, housing a Lemania-based movement significantly modified and finished by Patek Philippe. In 2010, Patek Philippe would enter a new chapter in its history, releasing the all new reference 5170 chronograph that housed their first fully in-house simple chronograph movement—the caliber 29-535. Reduced in size compared with the reference 5070, the new chronograph with its 39.5 mm case diameter had more svelte proportions, making it the perfect watch for the office, board meeting, or casual weekend wear. Initially, it was produced in both yellow and white gold, with various dial and case configurations. In 2017, they released a wonderfully sublime platinum-cased variant, like the present example, fitted with a blue “fume” dial set with baguette diamond hour markers.

This rare model was in production from 2017 until 2019, when it was replaced by the reference 5127G. The present watch has a wonderfully modern aesthetic, and the blue degradé dial is expertly done with color gradation and a sunburst texture. The diamond hour markers add a tasteful, luxurious touch to the watch, however when juxtaposed against the blue of the dial, they subtly meld into the dial to create a stunning aesthetic that doesn’t overwhelm the masculine appeal.

Offered by the original owner, this rare model was in production from 2017 until 2019, when the reference was replaced by the reference 5127G. The present watch has a wonderfully modern aesthetic, and the blue degradé dial is expertly done with color gradation and a sunburst texture. The diamond hour markers add a tasteful, luxurious touch to the watch, however when juxtaposed against the blue of the dial, they subtly meld into the dial to create a stunning aesthetic that doesn’t overwhelm the masculine appeal.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5170P-001

147.

A very fine and attractive yellow gold perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, leap year, and 24-hour indication

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 1995

Reference No. 3970E Movement No. 876’062 Case No. 2’900’874 Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. CH27-70 Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 36mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600

In 1986, Patek Philippe replaced the long-lived ref. 2499 perpetual calendar chronograph with the new ref. 3970, featuring the caliber CH27-70Q, based on a heavily modified Lemania 2310, succeeding the Valjoux-based caliber used in the ref. 2499. While adopting a similar dial layout to its predecessor, the reference 3970 features a smaller case dimension at 36mm diameter. The reference was produced in all four metals including yellow gold, pink gold, white gold and platinum across a total of four series spanning over 19 years. It is estimated that throughout its course of production, over 4,000 examples of the reference were produced.

The present example in yellow gold is part of the third series and is offered in attractive condition. It is believed that approximately 1,350 examples of third series 3970s across all metals were produced between 1989 and 1995, featuring a solid screw back case. The hallmarks stamped on the sides of the two lugs remain crisp and deep. The present ref. 3970EJ is considered a fantastic value proposition and will certainly impress collectors seeking a timeless and important Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 3970J

148.

A rare, fine, and attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatch with bracelet

Manufacturer

Rolex

Year

1979

Reference No. 6263 Movement No. 7’218 Case No. 5’997’529 Model Name Cosmograph Daytona Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Rolex riveted Oyster bracelet, end links stamped 57, max overall length Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Rolex deployant clasp Dimensions 37mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $50,000–100,000 €47,300–94,600

Something of an anomaly, a Rolex Daytona encased in precious metal does not seem logical given the watch’s intended sporting nature; coupled with a higher price tag than the steel variants, the gold models originally did not sell well. Research suggests approximately 100 gold reference 6263s were produced annually over its life span, leading to approximately 2,000 examples believed to have been manufactured. Thus with time, the gold variant of the 6263 and its companion piece, the metal bezel reference 6265, have become highly collectible not only for their rarity, but their diverse visual appeal in contrast to the more abundant stainless steel Daytona.

The present watch, with its robust 18 karat yellow gold case and screw-down pushers, combines both utilitarian form with refined style. This motif continues on the dial, featuring the sporty chronograph layout typical of a Rolex Daytona, but accented by shimmering gold sub dials, text, and outer seconds track. Fitted with a modern service dial by Rolex, the dial is an extremely faithful and virtually identical replacement for the vintage original. The matching gold hands and indices along with the applied gold coronet complement the watch. Its appeal is further accentuated by the matching cream-colored luminous plots and hands all set on the eye-catching black dial. Its striking black on gold configuration, as well as its strong case proportions result in a highly attractive and wearable example for the collector.

ROLEX

Ref. 6263 Cosmograph Daytona

149.

An extremely well-preserved and attractive platinum perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch with moon phases, 24-hour indication, leap year indication, and Certificate of Origin

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

2010

Reference No. 5970P-001 Movement No. 3’931’882 Case No. 4’503’621 Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. CH 27-70Q, 24 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle Platinum Patek Philippe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $120,000–180,000 Σ €114,000–170,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated May 18th, 2010, product literature, leather envelope, and outer envelope.

Manufactured from 2004 to 2011, reference 5970 was Patek Philippe’s very last perpetual calendar chronograph wristwatch series to use a Lemania 2310 based movement.

With the introduction of successor reference 5270, Patek Philippe used its own in-house movement. Platinum reference 5970P examples, like the present watch, were only produced from 2008 until approximately early 2011, with, according to scholarship, only approximately 300 to 500 examples estimated to have been made.

Due to its generous and modern case proportions, this reference is a favorite among scholars and the watch community. Since the model stopped production, it has only increased in popularity and collectability. Compared to its predecessor, reference 3970, reference 5970 has a much larger and heftier case size of 40 millimeters.

While the reference has enjoyed variations such as different gem-set bezels and various dial designs, examples cased in platinum like this watch are the true classics. The black dial immediately distinguishes the case metal as platinum, as does the subtle diamond between 6 o’clock. Consigned by an important collector, its case is beautifully preserved, offered in hardly worn, most probably unpolished condition.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5970P-001

150.

A fine and attractive limited edition white gold chronograph wristwatch with multi-scale dial, Certificate of Origin, Attestation and presentation box, made to commemorate the 175th anniversary of Patek Phillipe, one of a limited edition of 400 pieces

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

Circa 2014

Reference No. 5975G Movement No. 5’846’203 Case No. 4’684’858 Model Name Anniversary Multi-Scale Chronograph Material

18K white gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. CH28-520, 29 jewels Bracelet/Strap Crocodile Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold Patek Philippe deployant Anniversary clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 Σ €37,800–75,700 Accessories Accompanied by a Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin dated November 27, 2014, limited edition Patek Philippe Attestation, 175th Anniversary Patek Philippe fitted box, commemorative coin, leather envelope, product literature and outer packaging

As part of their 175th anniversary celebrations in 2014, Patek Philippe issued a line of limited edition watches, and the reference 5975G chronograph wristwatch with multi-scale dial was one of the most distinctive, honouring their chronographs from the 1940s and 1950s.

The reference 5975 was housed in a striking 40mm diameter case, and its dial featured three scales permitting instantaneous measurements: a pulsometer, calibrated to 15 pulsations for heart rate, a telemeter scale to indicate distance based on the speed of light and speed of sound, and a tachymeter, used to measure speed over distance. Housing Patek Philippe’s in-house, automatic chronograph caliber, the CH28-520, the chronograph mechanism is able to operate at all times with no effect on accuracy or additional wear due to the innovative vertical clutch mechanism. The silvered opaline dial is brilliant, with an enamel-like shimmering effect, and its case, with stepped Art Deco-style lugs are another pleasing nod to the past. The model was produced in 400 examples in yellow, white and pink gold, with 100 examples in platinum with black dial.

Offered by the original owner, this fine chronograph is in near new condition, and accompanied with its Certificate of Authenticity, presentation box, attestation and commemorative coin. It is a tribute to the craftsmanship, and artistic design of a brand that has remained a driving force of horology for over 175 years.

CONSIGNED BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 5975G-001

151.

A rare, well-preserved, and attractive yellow gold chronograph wristwatch

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1958

Reference No. 1463 Movement No. 868’936 Case No. 698’841 Model Name “Tasti Tondi” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 13’’, 23 jewels; stamped with the Geneva seal Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle.

Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.

Movement additionally signed HOX. Estimate $80,000–140,000 €75,700–132,000 Accessories Accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming the production of the present watch in 1958 and its subsequent sale on August 30th, 1958. Further accompanied by additional earlier extract, and letter from Patek Philippe archives.

Beginning in the late 1930s, there was a growing appreciation in society for sports and outdoor pursuits. Watch manufacturers sought to fulfill a demand for more durable timepieces, which could withstand the elements. The reference 1463 was designed for such active clientele as the sportier alternative to the less robust reference 130 chronograph. It was produced mainly in yellow gold, with fewer examples in stainless steel and pink gold. How telling, that even in the pursuit of creating a sports watch, Patek Philippe still decided to focus production on precious metals.

In production from 1940 through 1965, the reference 1463 saw a stunning array of dial types. The present is amongst the most refined and legible, with the small dash indexes and Arabic numerals. The significant proportions and gently curved lugs, combined with the whimsically carved round pushers has made the 1463 a perennial favorite amongst collectors. Preserved in outstanding overall condition, in particular, the raised hard enamel present on the dial is completely intact and beautifully preserved, and the original layer of protective varnish, known as zapon, is still evident.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 1463 “Tasti Tondi”

152.

An extremely rare and well-preserved dual-time zone “first series” yellow gold wristwatch with independent hour hand, Certificate of Origin, sales tag, and envelope

Manufacturer

Patek Philippe

Year

1962

Reference No. 2597 Movement No. 729’446 Case No. 311’323 Model Name “Travel Time” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Manual, cal. 12-400 HS, 18 jewels; stamped twice with the Geneva seal Bracelet/Strap Leather Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Patek Philippe pin buckle Dimensions 35mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, and movement signed.

Estimate $80,000–130,000 €75,700–123,000 Accessories Accompanied by original Patek Philippe Certificate of Origin with date code for 1962, envelope, and Patek Philippe hang tag with serial number and reference. Additionally accompanied by Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives confirming production of the present watch in 1962 and its subsequent sale on May 15th, 1964.

Patek Philippe released the reference 2597 in 1958, which was based on a Louis Cottier-designed prototype from 1953 with heures sautantes, or jumping hours. Cottier, an independent watchmaker, was known for his ingenious work on specialized timepieces from jumping digital hour watches, to aviators’ watches, and most notably his “World Time” mechanism from 1931. Over the span of almost 30 years, he delivered to Patek Philippe approximately 380 watch movements leading to some of the most sought-after timepieces of the 20th century, including the reference 1415 “World Time” with engraved bezel with 41 world cities, the reference 2523—a two crown “World Time” watch with rotating world city ring on the dial, and the reference 2597 which came in two series.

The first series, like the present watch, featured one hour hand and two pushers on the left side of the case allowing for the hour hand to be quickly adjusted forward or backward. The second series, launched in 1962 added an additional hour hand. So intelligent and enduring was this design, a version of the same system can be found in Patek Philippe’s World Time Chronograph ref. 5930G launched in 2016. Scholarship tells us that the first version was made in approximately 100 pieces, with the vast majority cased in yellow gold.

With a gorgeous silver sunburst dial and strong case, the present reference 2597 in yellow gold has endured the past half-century with grace. An exquisite and extremely well-preserved example of the reference, it is accompanied by its original Certificate of Origin and hang tag consigned from an important private collection.

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref. 2597 Travel Time

153.

An appealing and rare yellow gold wristwatch with date and bracelet

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

Circa 1978

Reference No. 5402BA Case No. No. 64 Model Name Royal Oak “Jumbo” Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2121, 36 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet bracelet Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $40,000–80,000 €37,800–75,700

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak reference 5402 was originally introduced at Basel Fair in 1972. Revolutionary and disruptive, the Royal Oak redefined the meaning of a luxury timepiece with the use of stainless steel. Featuring a monobloc case with a distinctively maritime feel, an octagonal bezel secured by eight hexagonal, white gold screws, and a dial with tapisserie motif.

Marketing materials at the time would often feature two friends discussing the watch, and one would remark to the other, “a price like that—and they don’t conceal the screws?”

In 1977, the model was made available for the first time in precious materials: yellow gold, white gold, and steel and yellow gold. The reference 5402BA in yellow gold, like the present example, was produced in a total of 736 units, sold between 1977 and 1980. According to Audemars Piguet, the initial production run of yellow gold Royal Oaks was hit or miss depending on the geographical location. The United States, which previously had accounted for 8% of the steel Royal Oak production, ordered a third of all yellow gold examples. Asia was similarly keen, while on the contrary Italy—a previous mainstay in the market for Royal Oaks—only purchased six individual precious metal Royal Oaks.

Cased at 39mm in diameter, the Royal Oak sits extremely comfortably on the wrist with a sumptuous heftiness coming from the yellow gold case and bracelet. Produced only for three years, the present example with the early case serial number of 64, radiates an exquisite sheen from the yellow gold bracelet and contrasting anthracite grey dial.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 5402BA Royal Oak

154.

An exceptional and desirable yellow gold skeletonized perpetual calendar wristwatch with moon phases, bracelet, and guarantee booklet

Manufacturer

Audemars Piguet

Year

1994

Reference No. 25636BA/944 Movement No. 347’125 Case No. No. 148; C94’845 Model Name Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Material

18K yellow gold

Calibre Automatic, cal. 2120/4, 38 jewels Bracelet/Strap 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet bracelet, approximately 195mm overall length Clasp/Buckle 18K yellow gold Audemars Piguet deployant clasp Dimensions 39mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $100,000–200,000 €94,600–189,000 Accessories Accompanied by original Audemars Piguet Certificate of Origin and Guarantee dated February 24th, 1994, setting pin, hang tag, and instruction manual. Further accompanied by Audemars Piguet Extract from the Archives.

In 1984, twelve years after the unprecedented launch of the Royal Oak, Audemars Piguet further railed against the changes brought by the quartz crisis and released the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar. It was no easy feat to fit an automatic caliber with perpetual calendar and moon phases, within a case measuring only 8.8mm in thickness.

The brand would soon introduce a new design aesthetic, offering the Royal Oak perpetual with skeletonized dials and movements, which were virtually non-existent on wristwatches in the 1980s. These fully skeletonized watches allowed for a breathtaking view of the movement from both the front and back. They exemplified the very best of Swiss watchmaking, where non-essential metal from all the movements’ plates and bridges were removed, and all remaining “skeletal” parts were hand-engraved and finished.

According to Audemars Piguet, 156 pieces in yellow gold were produced between 1986 and 1997, with only 10 examples leaving the factory in 1994. In total for the reference, 313 pieces were produced across all materials. It was the first Royal Oak reference to feature a sapphire caseback, displaying for the first time the spectacular hand-engraved movement. The contrasting colors of the movement parts—some steel, some goldplated, some solid gold—allow for a beautiful contrast below the sapphire dial, with the champagne subdial rings floating above. Impressively, the present reference 25636 retains its original guarantee booklet, indicating the watch was sold on February 24th, 1994.

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Ref. 25636BA Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar “Skeleton”

155.

An elegant and extraordinary platinum tourbillon wristwatch with power reserve display, remontoire d’egalité, ruthenium dial, ruthenium-coated movement, and platinum bracelet; numbered 47/99-01T

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2002

Case No. 47/99-01T Model Name Tourbillon Souverain “Ruthenium” Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1498, 25 jewels Bracelet/Strap Platinum F.P. Journe bracelet, max overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle Platinum and 18K white gold F.P. Journe clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $150,000–300,000 €142,000–284,000 Accessories Accompanied by F.P. Journe fitted presentation box, loupe, spring bar tool, polishing cloth, and outer box.

Between 2001 and 2003, Journe created the Ruthenium collection to bookend the brass movement production and move to 18K pink gold movements now in use throughout most of Journe’s current production watches. The Ruthenium collection comprised five models: the Octa Jour/Nuit (Night/Day), the Octa Calandrier, the Octa Chronographe, the Chronomètre à Résonance, and the Tourbillon Souveraine (the present watch). Each model was released in only 99 examples and are some of the most highly coveted, early Journe timepieces. Stylistically, the Ruthenium collection, with their larger 40 mm case diameters (the first instance of this case size being used), close the door on the early brass movement pieces, and ushered in the more modern iterations that have drawn admirers of Journe’s craft year after year.

This Ruthenium Tourbillon Souverain is powered by the brass movement caliber 1498, but it is coated in light-absorbing ruthenium. Similarly, the white gold dial is specially coated with the same ruthenium, yet the remarkable sheen and luster found in Journe’s earliest dials is preserved. Such Journe dials often display beautiful variations of patina, and in this case, the tarnishfree darkness of ruthenium further enhances the glimmer of the underlying gold dial. It is stunning to behold, especially when viewed under different lighting conditions. First identified and isolated in 1844, Ruthenium is a heavy, platinum group metal named after the antiquated Latin word for Russia, Ruthenia.

Adding to the impressive rarity and quality of the present number 47 Tourbillon Ruthenium is the accompaniment of a radiant and substantial platinum bracelet. The overall “tone-ontone” effect adds an additional layer of desirability to an already incredible timepiece.

F.P. JOURNE

Tourbillon Souverain “Ruthenium”

156.

A striking, extremely rare, and innovative platinum chronograph wristwatch with vibrant red dial, bracelet, 100th of a second, 20-second, and 10-minute registers

F.P. JOURNE

Centigraphe Souverain “Ferrari”

In production between 2008 and 2017, the F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain “F” was available as a boutique exclusive and upon special request only. The combination of a striking red dial and yellow accented hands are daring design choices, brought off with the aplomb and confidence inherent in a Journe timepiece. The combination of fifteen years of research and testing by Journe combined with the inspiration of his relationship with Jean Todt, who was at the time the CEO of Ferrari (and later the FIA president) resulted in the creation of this “unprecedented” chronograph. It was an answer to the question—“what is the ideal watch for car racing.” Upon the birth of the Centigraphe in 2008, Jean Todt was named its “godfather.”

Powered by the in-house cal. 1506 composed of 18K gold bridges and plates, the complex movement enables the dial to display an unconventional chronograph with 100th of a second register, 20 seconds register and a 10 minute register. The pusher activates and deactivates the chronograph, with the three registers activated at the same time. Instantaneously bringing one’s attention to the dial, the 100th of a second register is perhaps the point of fascination that most will be mesmerized by.

Paired with a luxurious platinum five-row bracelet, the overall effect of the dial, accents, and platinum livery result in a tremendous effect.

156.

A striking, extremely rare, and innovative platinum chronograph wristwatch with vibrant red dial, bracelet, 100th of a second, 20-second, and 10-minute registers

Manufacturer

F.P. Journe

Year

Circa 2014

Case No. 318-CT Model Name Centigraphe Souverain “F” Material

Platinum

Calibre Manual, cal. 1506, 50 jewels Bracelet/Strap Platinum F.P. Journe bracelet, max approximate overall length 190mm Clasp/Buckle 18K white gold and platinum F.P. Journe deployant clasp Dimensions 40mm Diameter Signed Case, dial, movement, and bracelet signed.

Estimate $250,000–500,000 €237,000–473,000 Accessories Accompanied by F.P. Journe Centigraphe instruction and information booklet.

The dial’s red color is that of Ferrari, the automobile manufacturer, and is known as “rosso corsa”, or racing red.

Jean Todt had sent Journe a paint sample of the color, to which it was matched. Upon closer examination of the dial, it is remarkably a solid gold dial base, treated to be red, with layers of lacquer on top giving an overall three-dimensional effect.

Preserved in excellent overall condition, this Centigraphe “F”, one of only approximately 20 made, is considered the most coveted of all Journe Centigraphes.

F.P. JOURNE

Centigraphe Souverain “Ferrari”

INDEX Lot

Manufacturer

Reference Number

39

A. Lange & Söhne

56

A. Lange & Söhne

65

Model Name

Lot

Manufacturer

310.025F

71

Harry Winston

Histoire de Tourbillon No. 1

297.022

107

Harry Winston

Opus X

A. Lange & Söhne

813.043

18

Heuer

111.603

Autavia

70

A. Lange & Söhne

704.025

80

IWC

IW326201

Worldtimer “Tiesto”

82

A. Lange & Söhne

212.050

81

IWC

3711

Doppelchrono

36

Audemars Piguet

25770SN

114

IWC

5028

Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar

37

Audemars Piguet

15510ST

Royal Oak “50th Anniversary”

Le Petit Prince

42

Audemars Piguet

25820ST

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar

122

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Chronomètre Geophysic

43

Audemars Piguet

26591TI

Royal Oak Supersonnerie

132

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Gyrotourbillon 1

46

Audemars Piguet

35677BA

8

Kari Voutilainen

Observatoire

64

Audemars Piguet

25594ST

Royal Oak Day-Date Moon Phase

100

Lang & Heyne

Georg

116

Audemars Piguet

26595SR

[RE]Master01 Chronograph

6

MB&F

HM7

“Aquapod”

126

Audemars Piguet

5402ST

Royal Oak

103

MB&F

HM8

“Can-Am”

138

Audemars Piguet

5402BC

Royal Oak

131

MB&F

LM2

140

Audemars Piguet

15202IP

Royal Oak “Extra Thin”

134

MB&F

HM4

153

Audemars Piguet

5402BA

Royal Oak

2

Naoya Hida & Co.

Type 1C

154

Audemars Piguet

25636BA/944

Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar

15

Niga

20

Blancpain

Fifty Fathoms

13

Omega

3

Bulgari

Octo Finissimo

Annual Calendar

63

Cartier

Asymétrique Squelette

16

Omega

2582/2583

Constellation “Luxe”

53

Cartier and Audemars Piguet

Maxi Oval

123

Omega

CK 2077-4

79

Casio

G-Shock “Dream Project #2”

31

Patek Philippe

5905/1A-001

4

De Bethune

32

Patek Philippe

5167A

9

De Bethune

Dream Watch 5

33

Patek Philippe

5970G-001

66

De Bethune

DB25SJ Starry Night

34

Patek Philippe

5711P

7

F.P. Journe

Octa Automatique Reserve

35

Patek Philippe

2499/100

10

F.P. Journe

Chronomètre à Resonance

38

Patek Philippe

5712/1A

11

F.P. Journe

Tourbillon Anniversaire

40

Patek Philippe

5575G-001

Historique “T30”

44

Patek Philippe

96

73

F.P. Journe

Tourbillon Souverain

45

Patek Philippe

1593

104

F.P. Journe

WHTA0011

DB25WS3

DB25SJ

Reference Number

E168

Model Name

“Thunderbolt”

Co-Axial Chronometer

“Pink Gold”

Chronomètre Souverain

47

Patek Philippe

Pocket Watch

“Black Label”

49

Patek Philippe

96

“Sector”

105

F.P. Journe

Octa Calandrier

50

Patek Philippe

1579

“Spider Lugs”

108

F.P. Journe

Vagabondage I

51

Patek Philippe

3940R

“Pink Gold NOS”

110

F.P. Journe

Tourbillon Souverain “No. 43”

52

Patek Philippe

3800/1

“Mid Size Nautilus”

111

F.P. Journe

Chonomètre à Résonance

54

Patek Philippe

5020R

“TV Screen”

“Pre-Souscription”

55

Patek Philippe

1463

“Tasti Tondi”

130

F.P. Journe

Octa Automatique Lune

58

Patek Philippe

5130R-021

“World Time Bogota”

133

F.P. Journe

Octa Chronographe

59

Patek Philippe

5070J-001

155

F.P. Journe

Tourbillon Souverain “Ruthenium”

60

Patek Philippe

5270G-001

156

F.P. Journe

Centigraphe Souverain “F”

61

Patek Philippe

96

12

George Daniels

Millennium

69

Patek Philippe

5204P

14

George Daniels

Anniversary

74

Patek Philippe

3587/2

14A

George Daniels

All in Good Time

75

Patek Philippe

5038G

72

Grönefeld

Parallax Tourbillon

76

Patek Philippe

3970E

105A

Grönefeld

Principia Special Edition

77

Patek Philippe

5004G-015

102

Hajime Asaoka

Tsunami

78

Patek Philippe

3700/1

Platinum”

“Beta 21”

Nautilus “Jumbo” White Gold

Lot

Manufacturer

Reference Number

83

Patek Philippe

84

Patek Philippe

85

Patek Philippe

5711/1A-001

86

Patek Philippe

87

Patek Philippe

88

Model Name

Lot

Manufacturer

Reference Number

Model Name

5170G

99

Rolex

6241

Cosmograph Daytona Paul Newman

3940G-025

Nautilus “Transitional”

“Tiffany & Co.”

117

Rolex

1019

5270R

118

Rolex

6262

Cosmograph Daytona

5970R-001

119

Rolex

6265

Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”

Patek Philippe

844

120

Rolex

6352

Explorer

89

Patek Philippe

1518

121

Rolex

6240

Cosmograph Daytona

90

Patek Philippe

3700/1J

112

Patek Philippe

4860

124

Rolex

4062

113

Patek Philippe

5022P-012

125

Rolex

6305

Datejust “Ovettone”

115

Patek Philippe

5040

136

Rolex

1655

Explorer II

127

Patek Philippe

3700/1

Nautilus “Jumbo”

137

Rolex

118206

Day-Date

129

Patek Philippe

3700/011

Nautilus “Jumbo”

139

Rolex

6263

Cosmograph Daytona

141

Patek Philippe

1526

148

Rolex

6263

Cosmograph Daytona

142

Patek Philippe

3450

1

S.U.F. Helsinki

Vetehinen “Blue”

143

Patek Philippe

5204P-21

“Possibly Unique”

101

Speake-Marin

Piccadilly

144

Patek Philippe

5078P-011

“Possibly Unique”

19

Tudor

7016/0

Submariner Marine Nationale

145

Patek Philippe

3974J

17

Universal

890101/01

Aero-Compax

146

Patek Philippe

5170

5

Urwerk

UR-110PT

“Torpedo”

147

Patek Philippe

3970E

41

Vacheron Constantin

30020

149

Patek Philippe

5970P-001

48

Vacheron Constantin

4072

150

Patek Philippe

5975G

57

Vacheron Constantin

43050

151

Patek Philippe

1463

62

Vacheron Constantin

4178

152

Patek Philippe

2597

128

Vacheron Constantin

44018

135

Philippe Dufour

106

Voutilainen

68

Richard Mille

RM007 AF

109

Richard Mille

RM002-V2

22

Rolex

1675

23

Rolex

1016

“Space-Dweller”

24

Rolex

6536/1

Submariner “Red Depth”

25

Rolex

116520

Cosmograph Daytona, “The Winner”

26

Rolex

6263

Cosmograph Daytona

27

Rolex

16528

Cosmograph Daytona

28

Rolex

6036

Jean-Claude Killy

29

Rolex

6262

Cosmograph Daytona

“Pink Gold”

Simplicty

“Paul Newman Musketeer”

30

Cosmograph Daytona

Rolex

6264

“Paul Newman Lemon”

67

Rolex

18039

Day-Date “Jasper”

91

Rolex

1803

Day-Date “Pie-Pan”

92

Rolex

1490

Prince “Brancard”

93

Rolex

1802

Day-Date “Oxblood Stella”

94

Rolex

2508

95

Rolex

16758

GMT-Master “Tiffany”

96

Rolex

6234

Pre-Daytona

97

Rolex

116520

“Factory Error”

98

Rolex

6263

Cosmograph Daytona “Big Red”

“Paul Newman”

Vingt-8

SALE INFORMATION Auction & Viewing Location 432 Park Avenue, New York 10022 Auction Session 1, lots 1–78 Saturday, 9 December at 10am Session 2, lots 79–156 Sunday, 10 December at 10am Viewing 6–8 December Wednesday, 10am–5pm Thursday & Friday, 10am–7pm Sale Designation When sending in written bids or making enquiries please refer to this sale as NY080223 or The New York Watch Auction: NINE. Absentee and Telephone Bids Tel +1 212 940 1228 Fax +1 212 940 1749 bidsnewyork@phillips.com Auction License 2013224 Auctioneers Jeremiah Evarts Sarah Krueger Rebekah Bowling Blake Koh Jaime Israni Isabella Proia Henry Highley Rebecca Tooby-Desmond Susanna Brockman Louise Simpson Aurel Bacs Benoit Repellin Marcello de Marco Clara Kessi Tiffany To Jonathan Crockett Thomas Perazzi Danielle So Gertrude Wong Catalogues catalogues@phillips.com, $50/50 CHF/£35 Client Accounts clientaccountswatches@phillips.com Shipping Aleksandra Jachimowicz Shipping Coordinator, Watches ajachimowicz@phillips.com Photography Benjamin Kramer

Watch Department New York Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Americas International Strategy Advisor Paul Boutros +1 212 940 1293 pboutros@phillips.com Senior International Specialist Doug Escribano +1 212 940 1382 describano@phillips.com

Senior Editorial Manager Logan Baker +1 346 445 0068 lbaker@phillips.com

Senior Administrator Stanley Sit +852 2318 2018 stanleysit@phillips.com

International Business Director Myriam Christinaz +41 22 317 8184 mchristinaz@phillips.com

Senior Administrator Sammie Leung +852 2318 2040 sammieleung@phillips.com

Regional Director, Business Development Director Nathalie Monbaron +41 22 317 8183 nmonbaron@phillips.com

Head of Sale, International Specialist Isabella Proia +1 212 940 1285 iproia@phillips.com

Head of Strategic Partnership & Events, Watches, Europe Diana Ortega +41 22 317 8187 dortega@phillips.com

Consultant Jaclyn Li +1 617 697 5030 jli@phillips.com

Social Media Manager Lucie Delaporte +41 79 537 58 02 ldelaporte@phillips.com

Administrator Erica Downs +1 212 940 1389 edowns@phillips.com

Video Producer Arthur Touchais atouchais@phillips.com

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Administrator Tina Schmitt +41 22 317 96 67 tschmitt@phillips.com

Senior Consultant Aurel Bacs +41 22 317 8188 abacs@phillipsbacsrusso.com Senior Consultant Livia Russo +41 22 317 8188 lrusso@phillipsbacsrusso.com Client Relations Manager at Bacs & Russo Clara Kessi +41 22 317 8188 ckessi@phillipsbacsrusso.com Administrative Assistant at Bacs & Russo Athena Bras +41 22 317 9665 abras@phillipsbacsrusso.com Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Continental Europe and Middle East Alexandre Ghotbi +41 22 317 8189 aghotbi@phillips.com Head of Sale, Senior International Specialist Tiffany To +41 22 317 96 63 tto@phillips.com Specialist Virginie Liatard-Roessli +41 22 317 8182 vliatard@phillips.com Specialist & Business Development Associate Marcello de Marco +41 22 317 81 81 mdemarco@phillips.com

Shipping & Office Coordinator Charles-Henri Gounod +41 79 532 0395 chgounod@phillips.com Finance & Office Administration Alexia Rinalducci +41 22 317 96 71 arinalducci@phillips.com Watchmaker, Technical Support Nicolas Commergnat info@alliance-geneve.com Photographer Jess Hoffman contact@jesshoffman.ch Hong Kong Deputy Chairman, Watches, Head of Watches, Asia Thomas Perazzi +852 2318 2030 thomasperazzi@phillips.com Head of Watches, Hong Kong Jill Chen +852 2318 2033 jillchen@phillips.com Co-Head of Sale, International Specialist Zi Yong Ho +852 2318 2032 ziyongho@phillips.com Co-Head of Sale, Specialist Gertrude Wong +852 2318 2045 gertrudewong@phillips.com

Associate Specialist Edoardo Bolla +41 79 552 73 68 ebolla@phillips.com

Specialist Alvin Lau +852 2318 2035 alvinlau@phillips.com

Specialist/Perpetual Gstaad Clement Finet +41 79 173 03 45 cfinet@phillips.com

Cataloguer Yunyi Xu +852 2318 2074 yunyixu@phillips.com

International Head of Digital Strategy Arthur Touchot +41 22 317 96 62 atouchot@phillips.com

Cataloguer Lydia Ip +852 2318 2015 lydiaip@phillips.com

London Deputy Chairman, Watches, International Head of Perpetual James Marks +44 7760 848 881 jmarks@phillips.com Specialist Chris Youé +44 777 814 3563 cyoue@phillips.com Paris International Business Development Director Pansy Ku +33 1 53 71 77 89 pku@phillips.com China Consultant Daniel Sum +852 6887 5110 danielsum@phillips.com Tokyo Senior Specialist Consultant Genki Sakamoto +81 3 6273 4818 gsakamoto@phillips.com Senior Consultant Kaz Fujimoto +81 3 6273 4818 kfujimoto@phillips.com Taiwan General Manager, Taiwan Cindy Yen +886 963 135 449 cyen@phillips.com Thailand Senior Consultant Rika Dila +66 818 186 878 rikadila@phillips.com Advisory Board Jean-Claude Biver Henry Chan Helmut Crott Ike Honigstock Stephen Charles Li David Lou TK Mak Auro Montanari Jason Singer Kenneth Wong

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GUIDE FOR PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OF JEWELRY AND WATCHES Buying at Auction The following pages are designed to offer you information on how to buy at auction at Phillips. Our staff will be happy to assist you.

Pre-Auction Viewing Pre-auction viewings are open to the public and free of charge. Our specialists are available to give advice and condition reports at viewings or by appointment.

Conditions of Sale The Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty which appear later in this catalogue govern the auction. Bidders are strongly encouraged to read them as they outline the legal relationship among Phillips, the seller and the buyer and describe the terms upon which property is bought at auction. Please be advised that Phillips generally acts as agent for the seller.

Electrical and Mechanical Lots All lots with electrical and/or mechanical features are sold on the basis of their decorative value only and should not be assumed to be operative. It is essential that, prior to any intended use, the electrical system is verified and approved by a qualified electrician.

Buyer’s Premium Phillips charges the successful bidder a commission, or buyer’s premium, on the hammer price of each lot sold. The buyer’s premium is payable by the buyer as part of the total purchase price at the following rates: 27% of the hammer price up to and including $1.000,000, 21% of the portion of the hammer price above $1,000,000 up to and including $6,000,000 and 14.5% of the portion of the hammer price above $6,000,000.

1 Prior to Auction Catalogue Subscriptions If you would like to purchase a catalogue for this auction or any other Phillips sale, please contact us at +1 212 940 1240 or +44 20 7318 4010.

Pre-Sale Estimates Pre-sale estimates are intended as a guide for prospective buyers. Any bid within the high and low estimate range should, in our opinion, offer a chance of success.

However, many lots achieve prices below or above the pre-sale estimates. Where “Estimate on Request” appears, please contact the specialist department for further information. It is advisable to contact us closer to the time of the auction as estimates can be subject to revision. Pre-sale estimates do not include the buyer’s premium or any applicable taxes.

Pre-Sale Estimates in Pounds Sterling and Euros Although the sale is conducted in US dollars, the pre-sale estimates in the auction catalogues may also be printed in pounds sterling and/or euros. Since the exchange rate is that at the time of catalogue production and not at the date of auction, you should treat estimates in pounds sterling or euros as a guide only.

Catalogue Entries Phillips may print in the catalogue entry the history of ownership of a work of art, as well as the exhibition history of the property and references to the work in art publications. While we are careful in the cataloguing process, provenance, exhibition and literature references may not be exhaustive and in some cases we may intentionally refrain from disclosing the identity of previous owners. Please note that all dimensions of the property set forth in the catalogue entry are approximate.

Condition of Lots Our catalogues include references to condition only in the descriptions of multiple works (e.g., prints). Such references, though, do not amount to a full description of condition. The absence of reference to the condition of a lot in the catalogue entry does not imply that the lot is free from faults or imperfections. Solely as a convenience to clients, Phillips may provide condition reports. In preparing such reports, our specialists assess the condition in a manner appropriate to the estimated value of the property and the nature of the auction in which it is included. While condition reports are prepared honestly and carefully, our staff are not professional restorers or trained conservators. We therefore encourage all prospective buyers to inspect the property at the pre-sale exhibitions and recommend, particularly in the case of any lot of significant value, that you retain your own restorer or professional advisor to report to you on the property’s condition prior to bidding. Any prospective buyer of photographs or prints should always request a condition report because all such property is sold unframed, unless otherwise indicated in the condition report. If a lot is sold framed, Phillips accepts no liability for the condition of the frame. If we sell any lot unframed, we will be pleased to refer the purchaser to a professional framer.

Symbol Key The following key explains the symbols you may see inside this catalogue.

O Guaranteed Property Lots designated with the symbol [O] are the subject of a minimum price guarantee. In such cases Phillips has guaranteed to the seller of the lot that regardless of the outcome of the sale the seller shall receive no less than a minimum sum. This guarantee may be provided solely by Phillips or jointly with a third party. ♦ Third Party Guarantee Where Phillips has agreed to a minimum price guarantee it assumes the financial risk of a lot failing to sell or selling for less than the minimum price guarantee. Because the sums involved can be significant Phillips may choose to share the burden of that financial risk with a third party. The third party shares the risk by committing in advance of the sale, usually by way of a written bid, to buy the lot for an agreed amount whether or not there are competing bidders for the lot. If there are competing bidders third party guarantors may also bid above any written bid. In this way the third party guarantor assumes the risk of the bidding not reaching the amount of the minimum price guarantee.

In return for underwriting or sharing this risk Phillips will usually compensate the third party. The compensation may be in the form of a fixed fee or an amount calculated by reference to the hammer price of the lot. If the third party guarantor is the successful bidder they will be required to pay the full hammer price and buyer’s premium and will not be otherwise compensated.

Disclosure of financial interest by third parties Phillips requires third party guarantors to disclose their financial interest in the lot to anyone whom they are advising. If you are contemplating bidding on a lot which is the subject of a third party guarantee and you are being advised by someone or if you have asked someone to bid on your behalf you should always ask them to confirm whether or not they have a financial interest in the lot. Δ Property in Which Phillips Has an Ownership Interest Lots with this symbol indicate that Phillips owns the lot in whole or in part or has an economic interest in the lot equivalent to an ownership interest.

• No Reserve Unless indicated by a •, all lots in this catalogue are offered subject to a reserve.

A reserve is the confidential value established between Phillips and the seller and below which a lot may not be sold. The reserve for each lot is generally set at a percentage of the low estimate and will not exceed the low pre-sale estimate. Σ Regulated Species Lots with this symbol have been identified at the time of cataloguing as containing endangered or other protected species of wildlife which may be subject to restrictions regarding export or import and which may require permits for export as well as import. Please refer to Paragraph 4 of the Guide for Prospective Buyers and Paragraph 11 of the Conditions of Sale.

∞ Charitable Contribution Deduction Buyers of lots indicated with a ∞ symbol may be entitled to claim a charitable contribution deduction for the hammer price, but such deduction will be limited to the excess of the hammer price paid for the lot over its fair market value. In accordance with applicable IRS regulations, Phillips has provided a good faith estimate of the fair market value for each lot which is the mean of the pre-sale estimates relating to that lot.

Colored Gemstones Clients are advised that many colored gemstones are treated to enhance their properties. For example, heating is commonly used to improve the color or transparency of rubies and sapphires; oiling is commonly used to enhance the clarity of emeralds. Such enhancement procedures are widely accepted by the international jewelry profession.

While heat enhancement of color is generally believed to be permanent, the process may impact the durability of the gemstone and special care of the stone may be required over time. Gemstones which have been oiled may need to be re-oiled after a period of years to retain their maximum clarity.

Gemological Reports As a matter of policy, Phillips will obtain gemological reports from officially recognized laboratories for certain gemstones offered for sale. A summary of these reports is included in the catalogue description for a lot, and a copy of the report is available upon request. Reports from American gemological laboratories used by Phillips will generally disclose heat enhancement or treatment of colored gemstones. European gemological laboratory reports will disclose heat enhancement only if specifically requested but will generally confirm when no heat enhancement or treatment has been made. Variations in approach and technology used by different gemological laboratories may result in a lack of consensus among reports as to whether any particular gemstone has been treated, the extent of treatment and whether treatment is permanent.

It is not feasible for Phillips to obtain such reports for all gemstones offered at auction.

Prospective buyers should, therefore, bear in mind that colored gemstones offered for sale without a gemological report or a specific statement in the catalogue entry may have been treated to enhance color, transparency or clarity. Enhancement of colored gemstones may affect market value, and our pre-sale estimates reflect the assumption that any colored gemstone not described in the catalogue entry as natural may have been treated.

Country of Origin While Phillips attempts to obtain accurate information on the country of origin of gemstones, we do not guarantee the correctness of the catalogue or other descriptions of gemstones including country of origin.

Watches Phillips makes no representation or warranty that any watch is in working order, and no catalogue description of any lot should be construed as so stating. Prospective buyers are advised to have watches checked by a competent watchmaker before use.

As a service to prospective buyers, we may provide a description of the condition of watches in the catalogue entry, including references to defects and repairs, and furnish a condition report, but such information is not necessarily complete and may not specify all mechanical replacements, restorations or defects. Please note that Phillips does not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since prior repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Nor does Phillips warrant that watches in water-resistant cases are currently water-resistant.

Prospective buyers should inspect all watches prior to the auction to evaluate the condition of property offered for sale. ▼ Importation of Watches Into the United States Prospecting buyers should be aware that the importation of luxury watches such as Rolex into the United States is highly restricted. These watches (not limited to Rolex) may not be shipped into the US and may only be imported personally. US customs regulations generally limit the importation of luxury watches to one per buyer. Lots marked with ▼ are subject to these restrictions. A purchaser’s inability to import a luxury watch into the United States or Phillips’s failure to mark a lot with ▼ shall not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale. ✦ Exportation of Watch Bands Incorporating Material from Regulated Species Some of the watches offered for sale in this catalogue may have bands made of regulated or protected animal materials such as alligator or crocodile and may not lawfully be exported from the auction site without a CITES export permit. As explained above, these lots are marked with ✦ in the catalogue. Accordingly, for purchased watches that are to be shipped out of the sale site for delivery, Phillips may need to remove and retain the band before shipping the watch and buckle.

2 Bidding in the Sale Bidding at Auction Bids may be executed during the auction in person by paddle, by telephone, online or prior to the sale in writing by absentee bid. Proof of identity in the form of government issued identification will be required, as will an original signature. We may also require that you furnish us with a bank reference.

Bidding in Person To bid in person, you will need to register for and collect a paddle before the auction begins. New clients are encouraged to register at least 48 hours in advance of a sale to allow sufficient time for us to process your information. All lots sold will be invoiced to the name and address to which the paddle has been registered and invoices cannot be transferred to other names and addresses. Please do not misplace your paddle. In the event you lose it, inform a Phillips staff member immediately. At the end of the auction, please return your paddle to the registration desk.

Bidding by Telephone If you cannot attend the auction, you may bid live on the telephone with one of our multi-lingual staff members. This service must be arranged at least 24 hours in advance of the sale and is available for lots whose low pre-sale estimate is at least $1,000. Telephone bids may be recorded. By bidding on the telephone, you consent to the recording of your conversation. We suggest that you leave a maximum bid, excluding the buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes, which we can execute on your behalf in the event we are unable to reach you by telephone.

Online Bidding If you cannot attend the auction in person, you may bid online on our online live bidding platform available on our website at www.phillips.com. The digital saleroom is optimized to run on Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Internet Explorer browsers. Clients who wish to run the platform on Safari will need to install Adobe FlashPlayer. Follow the links to ‘Auctions’ and ‘Digital Saleroom’ and then pre-register by clicking on ‘Register to Bid Live.’ The first time you register you will be required to create an account; thereafter you will only need to register for each sale. You must pre-register at least 24 hours before the start of the auction in order to be approved by our bid department. Please note that corporate firewalls may cause difficulties for online bidders.

Absentee Bids If you are unable to attend the auction and cannot participate by telephone, Phillips will be happy to execute written bids on your behalf. A bidding form can be found at the back of this catalogue. This service is free and confidential. Bids must be placed in the currency of the sale. Our staff will attempt to execute an absentee bid at the lowest possible price taking into account the reserve and other bidders. Always indicate a maximum bid, excluding the buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes.

Unlimited bids will not be accepted. Any absentee bid must be received at least 24 hours in advance of the sale. In the event of identical bids, the earliest bid received will take precedence.

Employee Bidding Employees of Phillips and our affiliated companies, including the auctioneer, may bid at the auction by placing absentee bids so long as they do not know the reserve when submitting their absentee bids and otherwise comply with our employee bidding procedures.

Bidding Increments Bidding generally opens below the low estimate and advances in increments of up to 10%, subject to the auctioneer’s discretion. Absentee bids that do not conform to the increments set below may be lowered to the next bidding increment. $50 to $1,000 $1,000 to $2,000 $2,000 to $3,000 $3,000 to $5,000 $5,000 to $10,000 $10,000 to $20,000 $20,000 to $30,000 $30,000 to $50,000 $50,000 to $100,000 $100,000 to $200,000 above $200,000

by $50s by $100s by $200s by $200s, 500, 800 (i.e., $4,200, 4,500, 4,800) by $500s by $1,000s by $2,000s by $2,000s, 5,000, 8,000 by $5,000s by $10,000s auctioneer’s discretion

The auctioneer may vary the increments during the course of the auction at his or her own discretion.

3 The Auction Conditions of Sale As noted above, the auction is governed by the Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty. All prospective bidders should read them carefully. They may be amended by saleroom addendum or auctioneer’s announcement.

Interested Parties Announcement In situations where a person allowed to bid on a lot has a direct or indirect interest in such lot, such as the beneficiary or executor of an estate selling the lot, a joint owner of the lot or a party providing or participating in a guarantee on the lot, Phillips will make an announcement in the saleroom that interested parties may bid on the lot.

Consecutive and Responsive Bidding; No Reserve Lots The auctioneer may open the bidding on any lot by placing a bid on behalf of the seller. The auctioneer may further bid on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve by placing consecutive bids or bids in response to other bidders. If a lot is offered without reserve, unless there are already competing absentee bids, the auctioneer will generally open the bidding at 50% of the lot’s low presale estimate.

In the absence of a bid at that level, the auctioneer will proceed backwards at his or her discretion until a bid is recognized and will then advance the bidding from that amount. Absentee bids on no reserve lots will, in the absence of a higher bid, be executed at approximately 50% of the low pre-sale estimate or at the amount of the bid if it is less than 50% of the low pre-sale estimate. If there is no bid whatsoever on a no reserve lot, the auctioneer may deem such lot unsold.

4 After the Auction Payment Buyers are required to pay for purchases immediately following the auction unless other arrangements are agreed with Phillips in writing in advance of the sale.

Payment must be made in US dollars either by cash or wire transfer, as noted in Paragraph 6 of the Conditions of Sale. It is our corporate policy not to make or accept single or multiple payments in cash or cash equivalents in excess of US$2,000.

Credit Cards As a courtesy to clients, Phillips will accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard to pay for invoices of $30,000 or less.

Collection It is our policy to request proof of identity on collection of a lot. A lot will be released to the buyer or the buyer’s authorized representative when Phillips has received full and cleared payment and we are not owed any other amount by the buyer. Promptly after the auction, we will transfer all lots to our warehouse located at 29-09 37th Avenue in Long Island City, Queens, New York. All purchased lots should be collected at this location during our regular weekday business hours. As a courtesy to clients, we will upon request transfer purchased lots suitable for hand carry back to our premises at 450 Park Avenue, New York, New York for collection within 30 days following the date of the auction. We will levy removal, interest, storage and handling charges on uncollected lots.

Loss or Damage Buyers are reminded that Phillips accepts liability for loss or damage to lots for a maximum of seven days following the auction.

Transport and Shipping As a free service for buyers, Phillips will wrap purchased lots for hand carry only.

Alternatively, we will either provide packing, handling and shipping services or coordinate with shipping agents in order to facilitate such services for property purchased at Phillips. In the event that the property is collected in New York by the buyer or the buyer’s designee (including any private carrier) for subsequent transport out of state, Phillips may be required by law to collect New York sales tax, regardless of the lot’s ultimate destination. Please refer to Paragraph 17 of the Conditions of Sale for more information.

Export and Import Licenses Before bidding for any property, prospective bidders are advised to make independent inquiries as to whether a license is required to export the property from the United States or to import it into another country. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to comply with all import and export laws and to obtain any necessary licenses or permits. The denial of any required license or permit or any delay in obtaining such documentation will not justify the cancellation of the sale or any delay in making full payment for the lot.

Regulated Species Items made of or incorporating plant or animal material, such as coral, crocodile, ivory, whalebone, Brazilian rosewood, rhinoceros horn or tortoiseshell, irrespective of age, percentage or value, may require a license or certificate prior to exportation and additional licenses or certificates upon importation to any foreign country.

Please note that the ability to obtain an export license or certificate does not ensure the ability to obtain an import license or certificate in another country, and vice versa.

We suggest that prospective bidders check with their own government regarding wildlife import requirements prior to placing a bid. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any necessary export or import licenses or certificates as well as any other required documentation. Please note that lots containing potentially regulated plant or animal material are marked as a convenience to our clients, but Phillips does not accept liability for errors or for failing to mark lots containing protected or regulated species.

Privacy Our Privacy Policy is available at www.phillips.com or by emailing dataprotection@ phillips.com and sets out: (i) the types of personal data we will or may collect and process; (ii) the purposes for which we will or may process your personal data; (iii) the lawful bases we rely on when processing your personal data; (iv) your rights in respect of our processing of your personal data; and (v) various other information as required by applicable laws.

Phillips premises, sale, and exhibition venues are subject to CCTV video surveillance and recording for security, client service and bid monitoring purposes. Phillips’ auctions will be filmed for simultaneous live broadcast on Phillips’ and third party websites and applications.

Your communications with Phillips, including by phone and online (e.g. phone and on-line bidding) may be recorded for security, client service and bid monitoring purposes. Where we record such information we will process it in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

CONDITIONS OF SALE The Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty set forth below govern the relationship between bidders and buyers, on the one hand, and Phillips and sellers, on the other hand. All prospective buyers should read these Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty carefully before bidding.

4 Bidding at Auction (a) Phillips has absolute discretion to refuse admission to the auction or participation in the sale. All bidders must register prior to bidding, supplying such information and references as required by Phillips.

1 Introduction Each lot in this catalogue is offered for sale and sold subject to: (a) the Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty; (b) additional notices and terms printed in other places in this catalogue, including the Guide for Prospective Buyers and (c) supplements to this catalogue or other written material posted by Phillips in the saleroom, in each case as amended by any addendum or announcement by the auctioneer prior to the auction.

(b) As a convenience to bidders who cannot attend the auction in person, Phillips may, if so instructed by the bidder, execute written absentee bids on a bidder’s behalf.

Absentee bidders are required to submit bids on the “Absentee Bid Form,” a copy of which is printed in this catalogue or otherwise available from Phillips. Bids must be placed in the currency of the sale. The bidder must clearly indicate the maximum amount he or she intends to bid, excluding the buyer’s premium and any applicable sales or use taxes. The auctioneer will not accept an instruction to execute an absentee bid which does not indicate such maximum bid. Our staff will attempt to execute an absentee bid at the lowest possible price taking into account the reserve and other bidders. Any absentee bid must be received at least 24 hours in advance of the sale. In the event of identical bids, the earliest bid received will take precedence.

By bidding at the auction, whether in person, through an agent, by written bid, by telephone, online or other means, bidders and buyers agree to be bound by these Conditions of Sale, as so changed or supplemented, and Authorship Warranty.

These Conditions of Sale, as so changed or supplemented, and Authorship Warranty contain all the terms on which Phillips and the seller contract with the buyer.

2 Phillips as Agent Phillips acts as an agent for the seller, unless otherwise indicated in this catalogue or at the time of auction. On occasion, Phillips may own a lot directly, in which case we will act in a principal capacity as a consignor, or a company affiliated with Phillips may own a lot, in which case we will act as agent for that company, or Phillips or an affiliated company may have a legal, beneficial or financial interest in a lot as a secured creditor or otherwise.

3 Catalogue Descriptions and Condition of Property Lots are sold subject to the Authorship Warranty, as described in the catalogue (unless such description is changed or supplemented, as provided in Paragraph 1 above) and in the condition that they are in at the time of the sale on the following basis: (a) The knowledge of Phillips in relation to each lot is partially dependent on information provided to us by the seller, and Phillips is not able to and does not carry out exhaustive due diligence on each lot. Prospective buyers acknowledge this fact and accept responsibility for carrying out inspections and investigations to satisfy themselves as to the lots in which they may be interested. Notwithstanding the foregoing, we shall exercise such reasonable care when making express statements in catalogue descriptions or condition reports as is consistent with our role as auctioneer of lots in this sale and in light of (i) the information provided to us by the seller; (ii) scholarship and technical knowledge and (iii) the generally accepted opinions of relevant experts, in each case at the time any such express statement is made. (b) Each lot offered for sale at Phillips is available for inspection by prospective buyers prior to the auction. Phillips accepts bids on lots on the basis that bidders (and independent experts on their behalf, to the extent appropriate given the nature and value of the lot and the bidder’s own expertise) have fully inspected the lot prior to bidding and have satisfied themselves as to both the condition of the lot and the accuracy of its description. (c) Prospective buyers acknowledge that many lots are of an age and type which means that they are not in perfect condition. As a courtesy to clients, Phillips may prepare and provide condition reports to assist prospective buyers when they are inspecting lots. Catalogue descriptions and condition reports may make reference to particular imperfections of a lot, but bidders should note that lots may have other faults not expressly referred to in the catalogue or condition report. All dimensions are approximate. Illustrations are for identification purposes only and cannot be used as precise indications of size or to convey full information as to the actual condition of lots. (d) Information provided to prospective buyers in respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by Phillips. Any pre-sale estimate may not be relied on as a prediction of the selling price or value of the lot and may be revised from time to time by Phillips in our absolute discretion. Neither Phillips nor any of our affiliated companies shall be liable for any difference between the pre-sale estimates for any lot and the actual price achieved at auction or upon resale.

(c) Telephone bidders are required to submit bids on the “Telephone Bid Form,” a copy of which is printed in this catalogue or otherwise available from Phillips.

Telephone bidding is available for lots whose low pre-sale estimate is at least $1000.

Phillips reserves the right to require written confirmation of a successful bid from a telephone bidder by fax or otherwise immediately after such bid is accepted by the auctioneer. Telephone bids may be recorded and, by bidding on the telephone, a bidder consents to the recording of the conversation. (d) Bidders may participate in an auction by bidding online through Phillips’s online live bidding platform available on our website at www.phillips.com. To bid online, bidders must register online at least 24 hours before the start of the auction. Online bidding is subject to approval by Phillips’s bid department in our sole discretion.

As noted in Paragraph 3 above, Phillips encourages online bidders to inspect prior to the auction any lot(s) on which they may bid, and condition reports are available upon request. Bidding in a live auction can progress quickly. To ensure that online bidders are not placed at a disadvantage when bidding against bidders in the room or on the telephone, the procedure for placing bids through Phillips’s online bidding platform is a one-step process. By clicking the bid button on the computer screen, a bidder submits a bid. Online bidders acknowledge and agree that bids so submitted are final and may not under any circumstances be amended or retracted. During a live auction, when bids other than online bids are placed, they will be displayed on the online bidder’s computer screen as ‘floor,’ ‘phone’ or ‘paddle no’ bids. ‘Floor’ bids include bids made by the auctioneer to protect the reserve. In the event that an online bid and a ‘floor’ or ‘phone’ bid are identical, the ‘floor’ or ‘phone’ bid will take precedence. The next bidding increment is shown for the convenience of online bidders under the bid button. The bidding increment available to online bidders may vary from the next bid actually taken by the auctioneer, as the auctioneer may deviate from Phillips’s standard increments at any time at his or her discretion, but an online bidder may only place a bid in a whole bidding increment. Phillips’s bidding increments are published in the Guide for Prospective Buyers. (e) When making a bid, whether in person, by absentee bid, on the telephone or online, a bidder accepts personal liability to pay the purchase price, as described more fully in Paragraph 6 (a) below, plus all other applicable charges unless it has been explicitly agreed in writing with Phillips before the commencement of the auction that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party acceptable to Phillips and that we will only look to the principal for such payment. If you are being advised by anyone to bid, you should confirm with them that they do not have a financial interest in the Lot. (f) By registering and participating in the auction, whether in person, by absentee bid, on the telephone or online, bidders represent, warrant and confirm that (i) unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing with Phillips prior to the auction, they are bidding on their own behalf and not on behalf of anyone else (ii) they will be paying the Purchase Price from their own funds (iii) that their participation in the auction and payment of the Purchase Price is lawful and shall not breach any applicable sanctions laws, and (iv) any bids placed by them, or on their behalf, are not the product of any collusive or other anti-competitive agreement and are otherwise consistent with federal and state antitrust law, and are not in breach of any applicable law, Government sanctions and other regulatory measures in force from time to time.

(g) Arranging absentee, telephone and online bids is a free service provided by Phillips to prospective buyers. While we undertake to exercise reasonable care in undertaking such activity, we cannot accept liability for failure to execute such bids except where such failure is caused by our willful misconduct. (h) Employees of Phillips and our affiliated companies, including the auctioneer, may bid at the auction by placing absentee bids so long as they do not know the reserve when submitting their absentee bids and otherwise comply with our employee bidding procedures.

5 Conduct of the Auction (a) Unless otherwise indicated by the symbol • each lot is offered subject to a reserve, which is the confidential minimum selling price agreed by Phillips with the seller. The reserve will not exceed the low pre-sale estimate at the time of the auction. (b)The auctioneer has discretion at any time to refuse any bid, withdraw any lot, reoffer a lot for sale (including after the fall of the hammer) if he or she believes there may be error or dispute and take such other action as he or she deems reasonably appropriate. Phillips shall have no liability whatsoever for any such action taken by the auctioneer. If any dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive. The auctioneer may accept bids made by a company affiliated with Phillips provided that the bidder does not know the reserve placed on the lot. (c) The auctioneer will commence and advance the bidding at levels and in increments he or she considers appropriate. In order to protect the reserve on any lot, the auctioneer may place one or more bids on behalf of the seller up to the reserve without indicating he or she is doing so, either by placing consecutive bids or bids in response to other bidders. If a lot is offered without reserve, unless there are already competing absentee bids, the auctioneer will generally open the bidding at 50% of the lot’s low pre-sale estimate. In the absence of a bid at that level, the auctioneer will proceed backwards at his or her discretion until a bid is recognized and will then advance the bidding from that amount. Absentee bids on no reserve lots will, in the absence of a higher bid, be executed at approximately 50% of the low pre-sale estimate or at the amount of the bid if it is less than 50% of the low pre-sale estimate. If there is no bid whatsoever on a no reserve lot, the auctioneer may deem such lot unsold. (d) The sale will be conducted in US dollars and payment is due in US dollars. For the benefit of international clients, pre-sale estimates in the auction catalogue may be shown in pounds sterling and/or euros and, if so, will reflect approximate exchange rates. Accordingly, estimates in pounds sterling or euros should be treated only as a guide. If a currency converter is operated during the sale, it is done so as a courtesy to bidders, and Phillips accepts no responsibility for any errors in currency conversion calculation. (e) Subject to the auctioneer’s reasonable discretion, the highest bidder accepted by the auctioneer will be the buyer and the striking of the hammer marks the acceptance of the highest bid and the conclusion of a contract for sale between the seller and the buyer. Risk and responsibility for the lot passes to the buyer as set forth in Paragraph 7 below. (f) If a lot is not sold, the auctioneer will announce that it has been “passed,” “withdrawn,” “returned to owner” or “bought-in.” (g) Any post-auction sale of lots offered at auction shall incorporate these Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty as if sold in the auction.

6 Purchase Price and Payment (a) The buyer agrees to pay us, in addition to the hammer price of the lot, the buyer’s premium and any applicable sales tax (the ‘Purchase Price’). The buyer’s premium is 27% of the hammer price up to and including $1,000,000, 21% of the portion of the hammer price above $1,000,000 up to and including $6,000,000 and 14.5% of the portion of the hammer price above $6,000,000. Phillips reserves the right to pay from our compensation an introductory commission to one or more third parties for assisting in the sale of property offered and sold at auction. (b) Sales tax, use tax and excise and other taxes are payable in accordance with applicable law. All prices, fees, charges and expenses set out in these Conditions of Sale are quoted exclusive of applicable taxes. Phillips will only accept valid resale certificates from US dealers as proof of exemption from sales tax. All foreign buyers should contact the Client Accounting Department about tax matters.

(c) Unless otherwise agreed, a buyer is required to pay for a purchased lot immediately following the auction regardless of any intention to obtain an export or import license or other permit for such lot. Payments must be made by the invoiced party in US dollars either by cash or wire transfer, as follows: (i) Phillips will accept payment in cash provided that the total amount paid in cash or cash equivalents does not exceed US$2,000. Buyers paying in cash should do so in person at our Client Accounting Desk at 432 Park Avenue during regular weekday business hours. (ii) Payment by wire transfer may be sent directly to Phillips. Bank transfer details: Bank of America, N. A. One Bryant Park, New York, NY 10036 SWIFT Code: BOFAUS3N ABA Routing: 026009593 For the account of: Phillips Auctioneers LLC Account no.: 483084171064 Please reference the relevant sale and lot number. (d) As a courtesy to clients, Phillips will accept American Express, Visa and MasterCard to pay for invoices of $30,000 or less. (e) Title in a purchased lot will not pass until Phillips has received the Purchase Price for that lot in cleared funds. Phillips is not obliged to release a lot to the buyer until title in the lot has passed and appropriate identification has been provided, and any earlier release does not affect the passing of title or the buyer’s unconditional obligation to pay the Purchase Price.

7 Collection of Property (a) Phillips will not release a lot to the buyer until we have received payment of its Purchase Price in full in cleared funds, the buyer has paid all outstanding amounts due to Phillips or any of our affiliated companies, including any charges payable pursuant to Paragraph 8 (a) below, and the buyer has satisfied such other terms as we in our sole discretion shall require, including completing any anti-money laundering or anti-terrorism financing checks. As soon as a buyer has satisfied all of the foregoing conditions, he or she should contact our Shipping Department at +1 212 940 1372 or +1 212 940 1373 to arrange for collection of purchased property. (b) The buyer must arrange for collection of a purchased lot within seven days of the date of the auction. Promptly after the auction, we will transfer all lots to our warehouse located at 29-09 37th Avenue in Long Island City, Queens, New York.

All purchased lots should be collected at this location during our regular weekday business hours. As a courtesy to clients, Phillips will upon request transfer on a bi-weekly basis purchased lots suitable for hand carry back to our premises at 432 Park Avenue, New York, New York for collection within 30 days following the date of the auction. Purchased lots are at the buyer’s risk, including the responsibility for insurance, from the earlier to occur of (i) the date of collection or (ii) seven days after the auction. Until risk passes, Phillips will compensate the buyer for any loss or damage to a purchased lot up to a maximum of the Purchase Price paid, subject to our usual exclusions for loss or damage to property. (c) As a courtesy to clients, Phillips will, without charge, wrap purchased lots for hand carry only. We will, at the buyer’s expense, either provide packing, handling, insurance and shipping services or coordinate with shipping agents instructed by the buyer in order to facilitate such services for property bought at Phillips. Any such instruction, whether or not made at our recommendation, is entirely at the buyer’s risk and responsibility, and we will not be liable for acts or omissions of third party packers or shippers. Third party shippers should contact us by telephone at +1 212 940 1376 or by fax at +1 212 924 6477 at least 24 hours in advance of collection in order to schedule pickup. (d) Phillips will require presentation of government issued identification prior to release of a lot to the buyer or the buyer’s authorized representative.

8 Failure to Collect Purchases (a) If the buyer pays the Purchase Price but fails to collect a purchased lot within 30 days of the auction, the buyer will incur a late collection fee of $10 per day for each uncollected lot. Additional charges may apply to oversized lots. We will not release purchased lots to the buyer until all such charges have been paid in full. (b) If a purchased lot is paid for but not collected within six months of the auction, the buyer authorizes Phillips, upon notice, to arrange a resale of the item by auction

or private sale, with estimates and a reserve set at Phillips’s reasonable discretion.

The proceeds of such sale will be applied to pay for storage charges and any other outstanding costs and expenses owed by the buyer to Phillips or our affiliated companies and the remainder will be forfeited unless collected by the buyer within two years of the original auction.

9 Remedies for Non-Payment (a) Without prejudice to any rights the seller may have, if the buyer without prior agreement fails to make payment of the Purchase Price for a lot in cleared funds within seven days of the auction, Phillips may in our sole discretion exercise one or more of the following remedies: (i) store the lot at Phillips’s premises or elsewhere at the buyer’s sole risk and expense at the same rates as set forth in Paragraph 8 (a) above; (ii) cancel the sale of the lot, retaining any partial payment of the Purchase Price as liquidated damages; (iii) reject future bids from the buyer or render such bids subject to payment of a deposit; (iv) charge interest at 12% per annum from the date payment became due until the date the Purchase Price is received in cleared funds; (v) subject to notification of the buyer, exercise a lien over any of the buyer’s property which is in the possession of Phillips and instruct our affiliated companies to exercise a lien over any of the buyer’s property which is in their possession and, in each case, no earlier than 30 days from the date of such notice, arrange the sale of such property and apply the proceeds to the amount owed to Phillips or any of our affiliated companies after the deduction from sale proceeds of our standard vendor’s commission and all sale-related expenses; (vi) resell the lot by auction or private sale, with estimates and a reserve set at Phillips reasonable discretion, it being understood that in the event such resale is for less than the original hammer price and buyer’s premium for that lot, the buyer will remain liable for the shortfall together with all costs incurred in such resale; (vii) commence legal proceedings to recover the hammer price and buyer’s premium for that lot, together with interest and the costs of such proceedings; (viii) set off the outstanding amount remaining unpaid by the buyer against any amounts which we or any of our affiliated companies may owe the buyer in any other transactions; (ix) release the name and address of the buyer to the seller to enable the seller to commence legal proceedings to recover the amounts due and legal costs or (x) take such other action as we deem necessary or appropriate. (b) As security to us for full payment by the buyer of all outstanding amounts due to Phillips and our affiliated companies, Phillips retains, and the buyer grants to us, a security interest in each lot purchased at auction by the buyer and in any other property or money of the buyer in, or coming into, our possession or the possession of one of our affiliated companies. We may apply such money or deal with such property as the Uniform Commercial Code or other applicable law permits a secured creditor to do. In the event that we exercise a lien over property in our possession because the buyer is in default to one of our affiliated companies, we will so notify the buyer. Our security interest in any individual lot will terminate upon actual delivery of the lot to the buyer or the buyer’s agent. (c) In the event the buyer is in default of payment to any of our affiliated companies, the buyer also irrevocably authorizes Phillips to pledge the buyer’s property in our possession by actual or constructive delivery to our affiliated company as security for the payment of any outstanding amount due. Phillips will notify the buyer if the buyer’s property has been delivered to an affiliated company by way of pledge.

10 Rescission By Phillips Phillips shall have the right, but not the obligation, to rescind a sale without notice to the buyer if we reasonably believe that there is a material breach of the seller’s representations and warranties or the Authorship Warranty or an adverse claim is made by a third party. Upon notice of Phillips’s election to rescind the sale, the buyer will promptly return the lot to Phillips, and we will then refund the Purchase Price paid to us. As described more fully in Paragraph 13 below, the refund shall constitute the sole remedy and recourse of the buyer against Phillips and the seller with respect to such rescinded sale.

11 Export, Import and Endangered Species Licenses and Permits Before bidding for any property, prospective buyers are advised to make their own inquiries as to whether a license is required to export a lot from the US or to import it into another country. Prospective buyers are advised that some countries prohibit the import of property made of or incorporating plant or animal material, such as coral, crocodile, ivory, whalebone, Brazilian rosewood, rhinoceros horn or tortoiseshell, irrespective of age, percentage or value. Accordingly, prior to bidding, prospective buyers considering export of purchased lots should familiarize themselves with relevant export and import regulations of the countries concerned.

It is solely the buyer’s responsibility to comply with these laws and to obtain any necessary export, import and endangered species licenses or permits. Failure to obtain a license or permit or delay in so doing will not justify the cancellation of the sale or any delay in making full payment for the lot. As a courtesy to clients, Phillips has marked in the catalogue lots containing potentially regulated plant or animal material, but we do not accept liability for errors or for failing to mark lots containing protected or regulated species.

Export and Import Bans and Restrictions Buyers should note that the export of items offered for sale in the Auction to certain countries (including Russia and Belarus) may be prohibited pursuant to Government sanctions and other regulatory measures in force from time to time. Please contact the department organizing the Auction for further details.

12 Privacy (a) You acknowledge and understand that we may process your personal data (including potentially special category data) in accordance with our privacy policy from time to time as published at www.phillips.com or available by emailing dataprotection@phillips.com. (b) Our privacy policy sets out: (i) the types of personal data we will or may collect and process; (ii) the purposes for which we will or may process your personal data (including for example the provision of auction, private sale and related services; the performance and enforcement of these terms and conditions; the carrying out of identity and credit checks; keeping you informed about upcoming auctions, exhibitions and special events; and generally where reasonably necessary in the management and operation of our business); (iii) the lawful bases on which we rely in undertaking our processing of your personal data; (iv) your rights in respect of our processing of your personal data; and (v) various other information as required by applicable laws. (c) Phillips premises and sale and exhibition venues are subject to CCTV video surveillance and recording for security, client service and bid monitoring purposes and will be filmed during the auction for simultaneous live broadcast on our and third party websites and applications. By remaining in these areas, you acknowledge that you may be photographed, filmed and recorded and grant your permission for your likeness and voice to be included in such recordings. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed or appear in such recordings, please speak to a member of Phillips staff.

Your communications with Phillips, including by telephone and online (e.g. telephone and on-line bidding) may also be recorded for security, client service and bid monitoring purposes. Where we record such information we will process it in accordance with our Privacy Policy available at www.phillips.com.

13 Limitation of Liability (a) Subject to subparagraph (e) below, the total liability of Phillips, our affiliated companies and the seller to the buyer in connection with the sale of a lot shall be limited to the Purchase Price actually paid by the buyer for the lot. (b) Except as otherwise provided in this Paragraph 13, none of Phillips, any of our affiliated companies or the seller (i) is liable for any errors or omissions, whether orally or in writing, in information provided to prospective buyers by Phillips or any of our affiliated companies or (ii) accepts responsibility to any bidder in respect of acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, by Phillips or any of our affiliated companies in connection with the conduct of the auction or for any other matter relating to the sale of any lot. (c) All warranties other than the Authorship Warranty, express or implied, including any warranty of satisfactory quality and fitness for purpose, are specifically excluded by Phillips, our affiliated companies and the seller to the fullest extent permitted by law. (d) Subject to subparagraph (e) below, none of Phillips, any of our affiliated companies or the seller shall be liable to the buyer for any loss or damage beyond the refund of the Purchase Price referred to in subparagraph (a) above, whether such loss or damage is characterized as direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, or for the payment of interest on the Purchase Price to the fullest extent permitted by law.

AUTHORSHIP WARRANTY (e) No provision in these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to exclude or limit the liability of Phillips or any of our affiliated companies to the buyer in respect of any fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation made by any of us or in respect of death or personal injury caused by our negligent acts or omissions.

14 Copyright The copyright in all images, illustrations and written materials produced by or for Phillips relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalogue, is and shall remain at all times the property of Phillips and such images and materials may not be used by the buyer or any other party without our prior written consent. Phillips and the seller make no representations or warranties that the buyer of a lot will acquire any copyright or other reproduction rights in it.

15 General (a) These Conditions of Sale, as changed or supplemented as provided in Paragraph 1 above, and Authorship Warranty set out the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the transactions contemplated herein and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written, oral or implied understandings, representations and agreements. (b) Notices to Phillips shall be in writing and addressed to the department in charge of the sale, quoting the reference number specified at the beginning of the sale catalogue. Notices to clients shall be addressed to the last address notified by them in writing to Phillips. (c) These Conditions of Sale are not assignable by any buyer without our prior written consent but are binding on the buyer’s successors, assigns and representatives. (d) Should any provision of these Conditions of Sale be held void, invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. No failure by any party to exercise, nor any delay in exercising, any right or remedy under these Conditions of Sale shall act as a waiver or release thereof in whole or in part.

16 Law and Jurisdiction (a) The rights and obligations of the parties with respect to these Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty, the conduct of the auction and any matters related to any of the foregoing shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with laws of the State of New York, excluding its conflicts of law rules. (b) Phillips, all bidders and all sellers agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the (i) state courts of the State of New York located in New York City and (ii) the federal courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York to settle all disputes arising in connection with all aspects of all matters or transactions to which these Conditions of Sale and Authorship Warranty relate or apply. (c) All bidders and sellers irrevocably consent to service of process or any other documents in connection with proceedings in any court by facsimile transmission, personal service, delivery by mail or in any other manner permitted by New York law or the law of the place of service, at the last address of the bidder or seller known to Phillips.

17 Sales Tax (a) Unless the buyer has delivered a valid certificate evidencing exemption from tax, the buyer shall pay applicable sales tax on any lot picked up or delivered anywhere in the states of New York, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Washington DC or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (b) If the point of delivery or transfer of possession for any purchased lot to the buyer or the buyer’s designee (including any private carrier) occurs in New York, then the sale is subject to New York sales tax at the existing rate of 8.875%. (c) If the buyer arranges shipping for any purchased lot in New York by a common carrier (such as the United States Postal Service, United Parcel Service, or FedEx) that does not operate under a private agreement or contract with negotiated terms to be delivered to an out of state destination, then the sale is not subject to New York sales tax.

Phillips warrants the authorship of property in this auction catalogue described in headings in BOLD or CAPITALIZED type for a period of five years from date of sale

by Phillips, subject to the exclusions and limitations set forth below. (a) Phillips gives this Authorship Warranty only to the original buyer of record (i.e., the registered successful bidder) of any lot. This Authorship Warranty does not extend to (i) subsequent owners of the property, including purchasers or recipients by way of gift from the original buyer, heirs, successors, beneficiaries and assigns; (ii) property where the description in the catalogue states that there is a conflict of opinion on the authorship of the property; (iii) property where our attribution of authorship was on the date of sale consistent with the generally accepted opinions of specialists, scholars or other experts; (iv) property whose description or dating is proved inaccurate by means of scientific methods or tests not generally accepted for use at the time of the publication of the catalogue or which were at such time deemed unreasonably expensive or impractical to use or likely in our reasonable opinion to have caused damage or loss in value to the lot or (v) property where there has been no material loss in value from the value of the lot had it been as described in the heading of the catalogue entry. (b) In any claim for breach of the Authorship Warranty, Phillips reserves the right, as a condition to rescinding any sale under this warranty, to require the buyer to provide to us at the buyer’s expense the written opinions of two recognized experts approved in advance by Phillips. We shall not be bound by any expert report produced by the buyer and reserve the right to consult our own experts at our expense. If Phillips agrees to rescind a sale under the Authorship Warranty, we shall refund to the buyer the reasonable costs charged by the experts commissioned by the buyer and approved in advance by us. (c) Subject to the exclusions set forth in subparagraph (a) above, the buyer may bring a claim for breach of the Authorship Warranty provided that (i) he or she has notified Phillips in writing within three months of receiving any information which causes the buyer to question the authorship of the lot, specifying the auction in which the property was included, the lot number in the auction catalogue and the reasons why the authorship of the lot is being questioned and (ii) the buyer returns the lot to Phillips to the saleroom in which it was purchased in the same condition as at the time of its auction and is able to transfer good and marketable title in the lot free from any third party claim arising after the date of the auction. Phillips has discretion to waive any of the foregoing requirements set forth in this subparagraph (c) or subparagraph (b) above. (d) The buyer understands and agrees that the exclusive remedy for any breach of the Authorship Warranty shall be rescission of the sale and refund of the original Purchase Price paid. This remedy shall constitute the sole remedy and recourse of the buyer against Phillips, any of our affiliated companies and the seller and is in lieu of any other remedy available as a matter of law or equity. This means that none of Phillips, any of our affiliated companies or the seller shall be liable for loss or damage beyond the remedy expressly provided in this Authorship Warranty, whether such loss or damage is characterized as direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, or for the payment of interest on the original Purchase Price.

432 Park Avenue New York 10022 phillips.com +1 212 940 1200 bidsnewyork@phillips.com Please return this form by email to bidsnewyork@phillips.com at least 24 hours before the sale.

Please read carefully the information in the right column and note that it is important that you indicate whether you are applying as an individual or on behalf of a company.

• Private purchases: Proof of identity in the form of

government-issued identification and proof of address will be required.

• Company purchases: If you are buying under a business

Please select the type of bid you wish to make with this form (please select one): Paddle Number

In-person Absentee Bidding Telephone Bidding

entity, we require a copy of government-issued identification (such as the certificate of incorporation) as well as proof of owners and directors to verify the status of the company.

• Conditions of Sale: All bids are placed and executed, and

all lots are sold and purchased, subject to the Conditions of Sale printed in the catalogue. Please read them carefully before placing a bid. Your attention is drawn to Paragraph 4 of the Conditions of Sale.

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• If you cannot attend the sale, we can execute bids

confidentially on your behalf.

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• Phillips charges the successful bidder a commission, or

buyer’s premium, on the hammer price of each lot sold. The buyer’s premium is payable by the buyer as part of the total purchase price at the following rates: 27% of the hammer price up to and including $1,000,000, 21% of the portion of the hammer price above $1,000,000 up to and including $6,000,000 and 14.5% of the portion of the hammer price above $6,000,000..

• “Buy” or unlimited bids will not be accepted. Alternative bids

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can be placed by using the word “OR” between lot numbers.

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• For absentee bids, indicate your maximum limit for each lot,

excluding the buyer’s premium and any applicable sales or use tax. Your bid will be executed at the lowest price taking into account the reserve and other bidders. On no reserve lots, in the absence of other bids, your bid will be executed at approximately 50% of the low pre-sale estimate or at the amount specified, if less than 50% of the low estimate.

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• Your bid must be submitted in the currency of the sale and

may be rounded down to the nearest amount consistent with the auctioneer’s bidding increments.

Phone number to call at the time of sale (for Phone Bidding only) 1.

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• If we receive identical bids, the first bid received will

take precedence.

• Arranging absentee and telephone bids is a free service

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provided by us to prospective buyers. While we will exercise reasonable care in undertaking such activity, we cannot accept liability for errors relating to execution of your bids except in cases of willful misconduct. Agreement to bid by telephone must be confirmed by you promptly in writing or by fax. Telephone bid lines may be recorded.

• Please submit your bids to the Bid Department by email to

bidsnewyork@phillips.com or by fax at +1 212 924 1749 at least 24 hours before the sale. You will receive confirmation by email within one business day. To reach the Bid Department by phone please call +1 212 940 1228.

• Absent prior payment arrangements, please provide a bank

reference. Payment can be made by cash (up to $2,000, per calendar year), credit card (up to $30,000) or wire transfer.

• Lots cannot be collected until payment has cleared and all

charges have been paid.

• By signing this Bid Form, you acknowledge and understand

that we may process your personal data (including potentially special category data) in accordance with Phillips’s Privacy Policy as published at www.phillips.com or available by emailing dataprotection@phillips.com.

• Phillips’s premises may be subject to video surveillance and

recording. Telephone calls (e.g., telephone bidding) may also be recorded. We may process that information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. * Excluding Buyer’s Premium and sales or use taxes

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