Antiquorum’s March auction of "Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces", held at the Mandarin Oriental in Geneva on Sunday, March 27, closed with the outstanding result of CHF 6,457,937. Of the 564 timepieces offered, a remarkable 83 % was sold, representing 138.5% by value. The auction enjoyed strong Internet bidding in addition to the many telephone and commission bidders. International participation came from Japan, the Netherlands, China, Hong Kong, Turkey and the Russian Federation.
LOT 527 - Rolex Ref. 6284 Two Americas Cloisonne Dial by Marguerite Koch Rolex, "Oyster Perpetual", Ref. 6284. Made in only six examples circa 1950. Exceptionally rare and fine, self-winding, water-resistant, 14K yellow gold wristwatch with cloisonné enamel map of the two Americas. Sold including buyer’s premium: 662,500 CHF
LOT 564 - Patek Philippe Platinum & Enamel Dial Minute Repeater & Tourbillon, Ref. 3939HP. Sold on February 10, 2003. Extremely fine and rare, minute-repeating, platinum wristwatch with one-minute tourbillon regulator, enamel Breguet dial. Sold including buyer’s premium: 428,500 CHF
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Source: Antiquorum
