The Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 sold for over $11,000,000 at the Phillips Geneva Auction, setting the record for being the most expensive wrist watch in history
The Geneva Auction of Phillips had an extraordinary auction today. The stainless steel Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 (produced in 1945) sold for a jaw dropping $11,002,000, including the buyer’s fee, and setting the record for being the most expensive wrist watch ever. The same record belonged to another Patek Philippe –Ref.5016 previously.
Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer: Patek Philippe
Year: 1943
Reference No: 1518
Movement No: 863’193
Case No: 508’473 and 1
Material: Stainless steel
Calibre: Manual, cal. 13’’’130 Q, 23 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Gay Frères rice beads bracelet, max. length 195mm
Dimensions: 35mm. Diameter
