The Spring 2012 Important Watches Auction will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. It will feature more than 500 high-end, highly collectible watches. This includes masterpieces by every major watchmaker. This sale, estimated at US$16 million, will be held by Christie's in Hong Kong on May 30, and it will feature important private collections including Harry Winston Opus Collections, high jewellery timepieces and a range of highly complex wristwatches.
Christie's is presenting two private collections that are exceptional in terms of contemporary haute horology. They show the collectors' passion and knowledge for these horological masterpieces.www.rolexperhot.com The first collection consists of twenty high-end wristwatches. These include the work of world-renowned watchmakers such as Breguet and Audemars. Piguet; innovative timepieces created by Franck. Muller, Richard Mille, A. Lange & Sohne, as well as highly sought after pieces made by HD3, Maitres du Temps, and HD3.
The most complex timepiece ever created and the most important wristwatch in history is the absolute highlight of this collection. The auction will feature a Replica Richard Mille Aetertnitas Mega 4 timepiece. This is the first time that this watch has been sold since it was produced. This piece of art,Breitling Avenger Replica which has 1,483 parts and 36 functions, was never sold before. The price of this dream watch for any collector ranges from US$600,000.- to US$1,200,000.
The unique model of Christophe Claret from 2010 is another highly valued timepiece in the collection. The DualTow NightEagle, a stunning watch commemorating the 20th anniversary of the brand, is also being auctioned at the same time. Its estimated value ranges from US$ 120,000.0-$ 180.000. The HD3 watch is another leader in the collection, and it was inspired by Jules Verne's fantasy world. Fabrice Gonet's second HD3 watch, the Vulcania Bi-Axial Tourbillon Limited Titanium Edition from 2008 is priced between $ 100,000 and $150,000.