In collaboration with Berry Harleman - Watch Expert
Catawiki’s watch experts have selected their favourite lots this week and want to share them with you. From unique limited editions, to trusted iconic brands, every watch is available in our weekly Watches auctions. Keep reading to discover what our experts are excited about and why.
Girard-Perregaux
To mark Gibraltar's tercentenary between 1704 - 2004 Girard Perregaux released an exclusive 10-piece limited edition, based on its 1945 vintage collection which pays homage to the Art Deco period’s golden era. The symmetrical dial is beautifully presented in an ivory finish with raised gold Arabic numerals, subsidiary second hand, chronograph function, sapphire crystal and a subtly placed rock of Gibraltar above number six. The square case diameter generously sized at 30 mm x 31mm is dramatically curved to fit nicely on your wrist. Case back is engraved with the rocks silhouette and '300' emblazoned across followed by an inscription detailing the anniversary and marking this model as number 5 of 10 of this collection.
Breguet Classique Tourbillon Grande Complication
From the Grand Complication Collection by Breguet, this yellow gold automatic wind tourbillon from 2006 features a beautifully balanced dial with centred minute & hour hands. A tourbillon is located at 6 o’clock with integrated seconds hand, and a power reserve sub-dial indicator is located at the top of the dial. This watch boasts an impressive 5-day power reserve and is in mint condition.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time Power Reserve
This well maintained, rose gold automatic Audemars Piguet watch comes with the original box and papers. It features sapphire glass, a rose gold case, black dial, and a black crocodile skin band. In addition to its striking appearance, the watch functions include date, GMT, luminescent hands, power reserve display and screw-down crown.
Rolex Datejust
This Rolex Datejust from 1955, is a product of the first design era (1945-1957), is a true collector's piece. A testament to this watch being one of the last of its kind is that it is lacking the now famous cyclops magnifying glass for the date window which was introduced in 1954 for a few select models and soon became the new standard for every Rolex with a date. This makes the few remaining non-cyclops Rolexes with a date largely desirable. Both the ‘Datejust’ and the water rating are written in red, a small detail of great importance to collectors, and which is highly coveted throughout the Rolex lineup. To match the red lettering we also have a red date, all in all creating a very well balanced dial, a key feature of any vintage Rolex. The case is engraved ‘Brevet’ which is French for ‘patented’. This was later exchanged for alternative options, and yet again demonstrates the collectibility of the watch. All this is rounded off with raised plexiglass and the world famous fluted bezel of the Datejust line, which makes for an iconic silhouette that any watch fan could recognise.
Vacheron Constantin
This rare and unique 1970s Vacheron Constantin wristwatch is in fully working order. The case made from 18 kt solid gold, measuring approximately 33.5 mm across excluding the crown and 38mm from lug to lug. The beautiful original champagne colour dial is signed "Vacheron Constantin Geneve" and the original black leather band signed "Vacheron et Constantin." This watch is in excellent condition and even the 18 kt solid gold buckle is original.
See something you like? You can be the next owner of one of our expert's favourites, or another beautiful watch if yours is the highest bid at Catawiki's Watch auctions. Keep checking back for more exceptional watches because new auctions begin every Friday!