Well, the fact that its yellow gold case has acquired this remarkable dark patina, for starters… Horologist Dr. Andrew Hildreth and specialist Rebecca Ross tell us more
We believe Eleanor Roosevelt gave this watch — offered in New York on 6 December — to her husband, Franklin D. Roosevelt, on their wedding day
Watch collector Mishal Kanoo explains why he felt compelled to buy this unique Patek Philippe wristwatch, which depicts King Saud of Saudi Arabia on its face
As Germany’s strength in the horology market continues to grow, why this 10-year-old brand is becoming increasingly sought after
International Head of Watches John Reardon on why devotees of Patek Philippe never settle for less than the best
Collectors of vintage Rolex know it's about more than just that famous crown logo — as these 5 watches show
The stories behind the names given to a selection of iconic Rolex wristwatches
The Italian entrepreneur discusses his collection of more than 2,000 superb watches, and his new book, My Time
Century-old Madeira, Californian cult wine, mature Bordeaux, a selection of rare Richard Mille RM011 watches, and more
Horological writer and watch collector Dr. Andrew Hildreth has the answers on a watch that sold for almost $3.3 million in Geneva
As an iconic 1972 model is offered online, we explain why this pioneering steel sports watch is so prized by collectors
Technical innovation, artistry and the culture of fine watchmaking have made Richard Mille a dominant player
Discover the very best of art and luxury with an array of works to be offered during Hong Kong Autumn Auctions
An introduction to one of the key names in German watchmaking — illustrated with lots offered online at Christie’s in September
Dubai Watch Week and Christie’s to host leading watch experts, collectors, brands and industry professionals in London
Great works of art, magnificent jewels, exquisite watches, rare wines and more that have thrilled us in the half-century since Christie’s opened its doors in Geneva
10 expert tips for keeping your timepiece in top condition
On 13 June a selection of watches from The Collection of Mel Blanc, the man who voiced hundreds of cartoon characters, will be offered in New York
An encounter with a rare 1930 minute repeater — offered in New York on 13 June — which our specialist describes as ‘like unearthing the Patek Philippe DNA’
Which watch will win the 13 June showdown between two extremely rare and highly desirable Rolexes in New York?
Christie’s specialist Patrick Hofstetter on the essential attributes that ensure the Daytona’s enduring popularity with collectors
Watch specialist Patrick Hofstetter casts his eye over a selection of highly desirable timepieces offered in our Rare Watches auction on 14 May
The watch that flew to the moon with NASA’s astronauts — a rare commemorative version of which is offered online, 24 April to 8 May
This ‘great-great-grandfather’ of Patek Philippe’s perpetual chronograph series — one of only 281 ever crafted — is being offered in Dubai on 23 March
A striking example in the storied Calatrava line, the ref. 2526 was the first Patek Philippe wristwatch with an automatic movement
John Reardon, Head of Christie’s watch department, recounts the sale of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s Cartier watch
Meredith Etherington-Smith on the joys of a rococo pagoda made in London in 1760 for the elite Chinese market
A Patek Philippe Reference 130 owned by the baseball legend for 50 years — offered in New York on 7 December
Watches owned by Billie Holiday, Amelia Earhart and Florence Preston Graves are offered on 7 December in New York
A spectacular auction series ends at Christie’s in Hong Kong, with a total of HK$3.43 billion achieved across 18 sales