9 Spectacular Watches On Offer in Sotheby's Autumn Sales

Richard Mille, RM 57-02 Falcon
Exceptional and Unique White Gold, Diamond and Sapphire-Set Skeletonised Tourbillon Wristwatch with Power Reserve Indication, circa 2017
Estimate CHF 800,000-1,200,000

A contemporary masterpiece, this stunning skeletonised tourbillon wristwatch dubbed "The Falcon" is a unique piece and offered for the first time at auction. Its impressive complications are matched by the extraordinary craftsmanship of its hand-chased falcon dial and black sapphire-set case.

To be sold in Important Watches
13 November 2018 | Geneva

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Tudor, Black Bay, Reference 79220R
Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 2012
Estimate HK$12,000-30,000

In 2012, Tudor brought back one of their most important heritage timepieces, known as the Heritage Black Bay. With very similar snowflake hands, dial configuration and bezel stylings to the reference 7021 that was introduced in 1967, this watch immediately caught the attention of many vintage watch collectors. Furthermore the present watch added a slight twist by including a matte burgundy finish to the bezel, which gave this classic watch a touch of contemporary flair.

To be sold in Watches Online
26 November – 6 December 2018 | Online

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Patek Philippe, Retailed By Asprey: Ref 2499
Possibly Unique And Highly Important, Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch with Moon Phases, Made in 1952
Estimate CHF 2,000,000-4,000,000

One of the most important vintage wristwatches in the world and also known as simply "The Asprey", this first series reference 2499 will be the star lot of Sotheby's upcoming Important Watches auction in Geneva on 13th November 2018.

To be sold in Important Watches
13 November 2018 | Geneva

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Audemars Piguet, Royal Oak Grande Complication, Reference 25990BC.ZZ.1197BC.01
A Unique White Gold And Diamond-Set Minute Repeating Perpetual Calendar Split-Seconds Chronograph Wristwatch with Leap Year Indication, Moon-Phases, Mother-Of-Pearl Registers and Bracelet, Made in 2002
Estimate $400,000-600,000

Since the firm’s inception in 1881, Audemars Piguet has been considered master of minute repeaters and grande complication watches. Audemars is best known for their Royal Oak line, created by world renowned designer Gerald Genta in 1972. The present grande complication watch is a unique piece, numbered 1/1. It is further adorned with diamonds throughout the case, dial and integrated bracelet.

To be sold in Watches
19 November 2018 | Dubai

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Rolex, Daytona, Reference 116520
Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch With Bracelet, circa 2000
Estimate HK$ 65,000-85,000

The reference 116520 was introduced by Rolex in 2000 at BaselWorld Fair. This reference is highly significant and important to the history and development of Rolex, as it was the first Rolex Daytona to ever case an automatic in-house movement known as the Caliber 4130. With an improved movement and a beautiful appearance, this watch has yielded great popularity in the watch market over the years.

To be sold in Watches Online
26 November – 6 December 2018 | Online

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Panerai, Lab-ID Ref PAMA0700/ OP'7117
A Black Ceramic Subdial Seconds Wristwatch with 3 Day Power Reserve, circa 2018
Estimate £40,000-60,000

This sublime watch is the exclusive prototype for the yet-to-be-released, limited edition Lab-ID, the apex of Panerai’s technical virtuosity. Combining traditional horology with cutting edge technology, the Lab-ID renders the classic Luminor 1950 with the power of carbon: this revolutionary material being utilised across every component.

To be sold in Panerai: the Prototypes
12-19 November 2018 | Online

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Cartier, 'Flower Mystery Clock'
A Rare and Possibly Unique Yellow Gold, Obsidian, Diamond, Mother-Of-Pearl And Crystal-Set Mystery Clock, circa 1990
Estimate $190,000-260,000

The Cartier "Pendule Mystérieuse" or "Mystery Clock" has captured the imagination of Cartier collectors for decades. Inspired by the work of the 1850s, French magician and clockmaker, Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin, Maurice Couet presented the first Mystery Clock in 1913 which was named "Pendule Mysterieuse Model A."

To be sold in Watches
19 November 2018 | Dubai

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Panerai, Radiomir Firenze 3 Days Acciaio Ref PAMA0672
An Engraved Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 2016
Estimate £20,000-30,000

This unique prototype is an exceptional riff on the Radiomir, one of Panerai’s most emblematic models, created in homage to the brand’s Florentine heritage. This prototype is distinguished from the eventual retail model by the rare ‘California’ dial and features a matte brushed-steel case.

To be sold in Panerai: the prototypes
12-19 November 2018 | Online

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Rolex
A stainless steel chronograph Daytona reference 6265, circa 1971

The Rolex Daytona is one of the most sought-after watches in the world. The reference 6265 is, with the reference 6263, the last evolution of the manual winding Daytona. Produced in 1971, this particular example is fitted with a Sigma dial which enhances its desirability.

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Rolex 'Pulsometer' Daytona, REF 6239 STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH PULSATION DIAL CIRCA 1967. Estimate 500,000-1,000,000CHF

Rolex Pulsometer' Daytona, circa 1967. Estimate CHF 500,000-1,000,000.

Made in 1967, this medical Daytona is one of the rarest chronographs ever made. A highly exclusive specimen, that's exceptional in every way, it ticks all the right boxes for a watch to be considered a trophy.

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