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PERPETUAL CALENDAR DUAL TIME ZONE PREMIETE 200MAWPC38 LIMITED EDITION

Harry Winston, named after its founder, is a renowned brand recognized for its exceptional high-end jewelry and gemstones. However, it also ventured into the world of luxury watches. In 1989, the House of Harry Winston introduced its Premier Collection, marking its entry into watchmaking. Since then, the brand has become a leading creator of fine timepieces, offering a diverse portfolio of models. Harry Winston watches are celebrated for their exquisite craftsmanship, elegant designs, and meticulous attention to detail. With a focus on utilizing high-quality materials and drawing upon Swiss watchmaking expertise, the brand creates timepieces that are both visually stunning and mechanically precise. The collection of Harry Winston watches encompasses a wide range of options, catering to both men and women. These timepieces often boast sophisticated complications, such as tourbillons, perpetual calendars, minute repeaters, and retrograde displays. The brand’s designs frequently incorporate a combination of precious metals, diamonds, and other gemstones, elevating their allure and adding to their luxurious appeal.

The Harry Winston wristwatch available today is a remarkable masterpiece crafted in 2003. It belongs to the esteemed “Premier” collection, which is renowned as one of Harry Winston’s most prestigious lines. This particular watch is part of a limited edition, with only 45 pieces ever produced, making it a highly coveted timepiece. The watch showcases several notable features that contribute to its exceptional status. Firstly, it boasts a 44mm case made from precious white gold and is adorned with extravagant articulated lugs, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to its overall design. Additionally, this timepiece incorporates the prestigious perpetual calendar complication along with a dual time zone function. This impressive combination was made possible by utilizing the Girard Perregaux caliber with a platinum rotor, which can be admired through the transparent sapphire caseback. The dial of this extraordinary watch features a polished and brushed metallic finish, further enhancing its luxurious appeal. With only 45 pieces ever manufactured, this timepiece is not only exceptional but also exceedingly rare, making it a highly sought-after addition to any watch collection.

The watch comes without box and papers.

Year 2003 circa, diameter 44mm.

LONGINES CHRONOGRAPH 13ZN YELLOW GOLD GIUDICI MILANO REF.3756

In the mid-1930s, Longines developed the 13zn, which would later become one of the most famous chronograph calibers in the world. According to many connoisseurs of vintage watchmaking, it is one of, if not the most elaborate and valuable in-house caliber of the era. Caliber 13ZN has a diameter of 29.80 mm (13 1/4 lignes) and a height of 6.05 mm. The plate is of the Lepine type with 6 bridges and 18 jewels. The movement has a column wheel, a flyback function and a balance wheel with 18,000 vibrations per hour. Models made after 1938 were also equipped with an anti-shock system. Movement finishes were of two types: with galvanic gold or rhodium plating depending on year of manufacture. The 13ZN was used for a few years and then replaced by the caliber 30ch in the late 40’s. Longines chronographs equipped with the 13zn are undoubtedly marvels of vintage watchmaking art and highly sought after by collectors, if they are in exceptional condition like the present specimen.

The present Longines chronograph 13zn is certainly one of the most attractive specimens currently available on the market. The exclusivity of this watch is further emphasized by the double signature on the dial. Besides Longines, here you can also find the signature “Giudici Milano”, a very famous multi-brand retailer in Milan, which no longer exists. Watches with double signature are very rare, only very few 13zn watches appeared with double signed dials. The dial is not only double signed, but also has the peculiarity of being “Sandwich”. A “Sandwich” dial is made of two layers welded together by feet at 3, 6, 9 and 12, creating a three-dimensional effect. The overall conditions are exceptional, case, dial, movement, caseback are original and with a wonderful uniform patina that give even more charm to this very rare watch. The watch is completely matching in every of his component.

Serial number 5,785, XX, watch accompanied by Longines archive extract confirming the year of production and serial number.

PATEK PHILIPPE “BAT” WRISTWATCH REF. 3629 ONYX DIAL

Over the years, Patek Philippe introduced a series of watches that showcased an extravagant and distinctive design. These timepieces were characterized by their bold and daring aesthetics, pushing the boundaries of traditional watch design. Patek Philippe embraced innovative and unconventional elements, creating timepieces that exuded luxury and sophistication. They featured elaborate shapes, including asymmetrical and geometric designs, departing from the traditional round cases.

This exceptional Patek Philippe wristwatch, often referred to as the “Bat” by collectors due to its resemblance to the nocturnal creature, showcases the brand’s remarkable skill and creativity in crafting iconic timepieces. It boasts a striking design, characterized by an octagonal case with an integrated bracelet adorned with a fluted motif. The watch features an elegant onyx dial, adding to its allure and sophistication. Powering this masterpiece is the refined and ultra-slim caliber 177, a testament to Patek Philippe’s commitment to precision and craftsmanship. With its distinctive design and exceptional craftsmanship, this Patek Philippe watch stands as a testament to the brand’s enduring legacy in the world of haute horology.

This exquisite Patek Philippe timepiece is accompanied by an extract from the archives, attesting to its production in 1976 and confirming the captivating onyx dial as factory original.

Year 1976, diameter 31x38mm.

BULGARI SERPENTI BOX AND PAPERS 2008

The Bulgari Serpenti is a luxurious and iconic collection of jewelry and accessories inspired by the serpent, an animal that has been a symbol of power, eternity, and seduction since ancient times. The collection features a variety of stunning pieces, including watches, bracelets, necklaces, and rings, all designed with exquisite attention to detail and crafted from the finest materials.

The present timepiece is a modern interpretation of the Bulgari Serpenti. In a stainless steel case and with a quartz movement, it’s an excellent watch for a special occasion. The overall condition is very good, the watch shows only some very light signs of wear.
This Bulgari Serpenti is accompanied by the original box and papers.

Year 2008.

PATEK PHILIPPE CALATRAVA REF. 2552 YELLOW GOLD

Undoubtedly one of the most sought-after Calatrava models among collectors is the Patek Philippe reference Ref. 2552. Its design is exceptionally modern, with a water-resistant stepped case measuring 36mm, and a wide dial that, together with the small curved lugs, gives the watch an imposing presence on the wrist. This watch is affectionately called “Disco Volante” by collectors because of its unique and unusual shapes, further adding to its appeal. The reference 2552 was produced for a brief period of five years, from 1955 to 1960, making exceptionally preserved examples like the one at hand incredibly rare and highly coveted by collectors. It is powered by the in-house automatic caliber 12-600, which boasts the Geneva Seal and is regarded by many as one of the best automatic calibers ever developed.

This particular Patek Philippe reference 2552 is an exceptional timepiece, made even rarer by its overall spectacular condition. The watch has been preserved incredibly well, and the case is still in its original factory shape, retaining sharp lugs and well-defined gold hallmarks, further adding to its value and desirability. The flawless dial shows no signs of aging, still showing the accent on Genève script. In addition to its rarity and pristine condition, this Patek Philippe reference 2552 is powered by one of the best automatic calibers ever developed, the in-house 12-600 caliber with Geneva Seal. This further emphasizes the watch’s exceptional quality and ensures that it is a valuable addition to any watch collection. Accompanying the watch is a Patek Philippe extract from the archives, which confirms its production in 1954 and delivery in 1955.

Serial Number 686,XXX , Movement Number 761,XXX , Year 1954, Diameter 36mm.