Breitling MI5 ‘spy’ watch among recent sellers at Chiswick

A Breitling Superocean Steelfish with an MI5 Security Service crest on the dial, one of a limited edition of 900 produced in 2009 to mark the centenary of the secret service, sold for £4,750, or around $5,800, at auction in London on March 22. Image courtesy of Chiswick Auctions
A Breitling Superocean Steelfish with an MI5 Security Service crest on the dial, one of a limited edition of 900 produced in 2009 to mark the centenary of the secret service, sold for £4,750, or around $5,800, at auction in London on March 22. Image courtesy of Chiswick Auctions
A Breitling Superocean Steelfish with an MI5 Security Service crest on the dial, one of a limited edition of 900 produced in 2009 to mark the centenary of the secret service, sold for £4,750, or around $5,800, at auction in London on March 22. Image courtesy of Chiswick Auctions

LONDON – The Watches sale at Chiswick Auctions on March 22 included a number of special modern issues – including a diver’s watch made for an MI5 employee.

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Harry Winston diamond ring could claim top-lot status at Hindman, Sept. 13

Harry Winston 7.40-carat diamond and platinum ring, est. $225,000-$325,000
Harry Winston 7.40-carat diamond and platinum ring, est. $225,000-$325,000

CHICAGO – A timeless selection of sophisticated jewelry will highlight Hindman’s September 13 Important Jewelry auction, offering designs for every level of collector. A Harry Winston diamond ring featuring a 7.40-carat pear shape diamond is the top lot, carrying an estimate of $225,000-$325,000. The sale has pieces made in pre-Victorian times to present day, including jewelry by top designers such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Jean Mahi, Evelyn Clothier and Sabbadini. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Piaget proves a watch can never be too thin or too rich

An unusual 18K gold chain link-style Piaget wristwatch made $23,105 plus the buyer’s premium in December 2020 at Henry’s Auktionshaus AG. Image courtesy of Henry’s Auktionshaus AG and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — Piaget transformed the art of watchmaking with its ultra-slim luxury wristwatches. Starting with the hand-wound 9P Calibre in 1957 that was only 2mm (about 0.07 inches) thick, and followed three years later by the self-winding 12P, Piaget’s designs reduce the watch’s overall volume to expand the surface area of the dial, making it possible to read the time without the aid of a magnifying glass.

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GWS presents luxe timepieces in Oct. 16 auction

Rolex 18K yellow gold Daytona with factory Tahitian mother of pearl dial and diamond markers, est. $58,000-$60,000
Rolex 18K yellow gold Daytona with factory Tahitian mother of pearl dial and diamond markers, est. $58,000-$60,000
Rolex 18K yellow gold Daytona with factory Tahitian mother of pearl dial and diamond markers, est. $58,000-$60,000

LOS ANGELES – Kruse GWS Auctions, the world record breaking auction house specializing in master timepieces, entertainment memorabilia, fine jewelry, royal artifacts and haute couture fashion, will offer an extraordinary collection of investment-quality significant timepieces. They are from a billionaire’s private collection and were housed in his personal vault. The auction will take place online Saturday, October 16, beginning at 10 am Pacific time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Oct. 5 Hindman Timepieces sale showcases designer brands

Left to Right: Patek Philippe 18K white gold Ref. 2598 'Calatrava' wristwatch, est. $10,000-$15,000; Patek Philippe, 18K pink gold Ref. 5053 'Officer's’ wristwatch, est. $7,000-$9,000; Patek Philippe, 18K yellow gold Ref. 3919 'Calatrava' wristwatch, est. $4,000-$6,000
Left to Right: Patek Philippe 18K white gold Ref. 2598 'Calatrava' wristwatch, est. $10,000-$15,000; Patek Philippe, 18K pink gold Ref. 5053 'Officer's’ wristwatch, est. $7,000-$9,000; Patek Philippe, 18K yellow gold Ref. 3919 'Calatrava' wristwatch, est. $4,000-$6,000
Left to Right: Patek Philippe 18K white gold Ref. 2598 ‘Calatrava’ wristwatch, est. $10,000-$15,000; Patek Philippe, 18K pink gold Ref. 5053 ‘Officer’s’ wristwatch, est. $7,000-$9,000; Patek Philippe, 18K yellow gold Ref. 3919 ‘Calatrava’ wristwatch, est. $4,000-$6,000

CHICAGO – On October 5, Hindman Auctions will present a Timepieces sale that will offer 80 watches ranging from classic to modern styles by esteemed designers including Patek Philippe, Ulysse Nardin, Cartier, Piaget and Rolex. The sale will also present pocket watches from the Halim Time & Glass Museum in Evanston, Illinois, and also property of the Hirschfield estate of Santa Barbara, California. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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