Patek Philippe tourbillon watch sets record price at Hong Kong auction
Published April 11th, 2008
A platinum Patek Philippe tourbillon watch became the most expensive modern wristwatch to be sold at auction when it fetched HK$11.75 million ($1.49 million) in Hong Kong.
The wristwatch with a double dial is one of the most complicated wristwatch ever produced by the renowned Swiss watchmaker. Two watches are made every year, one in platinum and one in rose gold.
The watch, was bought by an Asian private buyer at a Sotheby’s auction.
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