This Tuesday, at 20 Rockefeller Center, Christie's will be holding their last Important Watches sale of the year. Whether you're after that early 2000's Journe or late 50's tropical dial Rolex sports watch, the likelihood of Christie's having whatever you're looking for is quite high.
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I stopped by Manfredi Jewels today to take a look at a classic, cool, and amazingly well-priced column-wheel chronograph by Longines. This wristwatch isn't exactly brand new, as it was released last year, though it is a great representation of Longines' ability to produce superb chronographs....
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Late yesterday evening, I learned from various sources that the extremely sought-after, unique Patek Philippe Reference 2458 had changed hands. Only moments ago was this confirmed NOT TRUE, though the watch has indeed been privately sold.
The story [rumor] goes like this. Until about one year ago, this watch was owned by the prominent Miami-based dealer and collector, Massimo Barracca. Then, after consigning the Patek in a Christie's Geneva sale, it sold to Alfredo Paramico (Manager of the Elite Adviser's "Precious Time Fund") for a record-shattering amount of almost four million dollars. The most recent exchange of this piece was between Mr. Paramico and Angelina Jolie, who then gifted the wristwatch to Brad Pitt.
Read more HERE at Forbes.
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