It shouldn’t be surprising that a Patek Philippe holds the world auction record for a watch ($31.2 million for a Patek Grandmaster Chime, sold at Christie’s). Known for impeccable craftsmanship and some of the most complicated timepieces ever created, the brand is considered by many to be the height of fine watchmaking. Collectors simply love Patek Philippe watches.
The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
Catering to the glitterati of Europe, the pair counted among their clients Tolstoy, Pope Pius IX and Queen Victoria, as well as Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, for whom they created the first Swiss-made wristwatch in 1868. They also had their eye on the American market and in 1851 entered an arrangement with Tiffany & Co. still in effect today.
During the Great Depression, brothers Jean and Charles Stern, who had previously supplied Patek Philippe with watch dials, bought the company, and it continues to be run by the Stern family today.
Under the Sterns, the house has developed some of its most famous models, including the Calatrava, an elegantly minimal dress watch introduced in 1932 and named for the Calatrava Cross (the company’s logo since 1887), and the Nautilus, the brand’s first sports watch, conceived by legendary designer Gérald Genta in 1976.
Despite the house’s longevity, it’s rumored that it has manufactured fewer than a million Patek watches, making each one all the more coveted. (The brand's pieces are understandably attractive to counterfeiters — make sure you know how to spot a fake Patek Philippe watch.)
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Patek Philippe Twenty 4 Diamond Sapphire White Gold Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and contemporary, this Patek Philippe Twenty~4 ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and showcases the iconic geometric styling inspired by the renowned Twenty~4 collec...
Diamond, White Gold
Piaget Diamond Gold Spinning Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb piece by Swiss makers Piaget. The ring features 1.21 carats of fine round brilliant-cut diamonds set on a spiraling band over the ring that rotates freely around the ring. I...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Designer Mauboussin Paris Gold Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
By Mauboussin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Mauboussin Paris Designer 18K Gold Diamond Cocktail Band Ring, securely Hand set with Diamonds weighing approx. 0.40tcw. Hand crafted...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Composed of Two Rings with 36 Diamonds Each
By Piaget
Located in Paris, FR
PIAGET Ring in 18 Carat yellow Gold composed of two Rings with 36 Diamonds each for a Weight of about 0.7 Carat each separating into two Independent Bands. Signed PIAGET 1994 and num...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fashion Swiss 18 karat Yellow and White Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Fashion Swiss 18kt Yellow and White Gold Ring with Diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry that seamlessly combines luxurious materials with exquisite design elements. Crafted w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
PIAGET Possession Diamond Eternity 18K Gold Band Ring 1990
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Piaget "Possession" Diamond & Gold Eternity Band Ring The possession ring is a spinner ring; the diamond band spins. The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are approximately 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring Size 4.75
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Timeless and refined, this Cartier Diamond Band Ring is a classic expression of the maison’s understated elegance. Expertly crafted in 18k white gold, the sleek band is set with a ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jean-Francois Albert Two-Tone Diamond Squared 'Signature Fit' Band Ring 18K Gold
By Jean-Francois Albert
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 Discover the epitome of luxury and innovation with the Jean-Francois Albert "Signature Fit" diamond band ring. Meticulously crafted from two-tone 18 karat yellow and white gold, this exquisite ring showcases a stunning pave diamond wave design on the front, redefining elegance and style. The distinctive squared band offers a unique and contemporary silhouette, symbolizing the harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Albert's "Signature Fit" design ensures unparalleled comfort, making it effortlessly wearable for any occasion. Glittering with brilliance, a pave diamond wave design sweeps across the front, evoking the fluidity of water in motion. Each diamond is intricately set to create an undulating pattern that captures and reflects light, resulting in an enchanting play of sparkles. The two-tone 18 karat yellow and white gold composition adds depth and dimension to the ring, elevating its visual appeal. Exuding timeless elegance and contemporary sophistication, this remarkable Jean-Francois Albert ring...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
.42 Carat Diamond Yellow White Gold Mens Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's two row diamond band ring. 14 round diamonds set in a 14k yellow and white gold setting. Circa 1980 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, I-J VS2 approx. .42cts Size 12.5 and sizab...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthére White Gold Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Maillon Panthére" white gold diamond band ring Round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.24 carat, 18 karat white gold; marked Cartier, 750, 49, NS5166 Size: 5 US Total weight...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Eternity Band Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring by Cartier. With 22 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weig...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond Wave Yellow Gold Platinum Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Diamond Wave Band Ring by Tiffany & Co. With 58 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond VS1 clarity, G color, Total weight Approximately 1.4ct Details: Ring Siz...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Chopard Chopardissimo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Signature Wide Band Ring
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Chopardissimo Pave Diamond Signature Wide Band Ring by Chopard. This ring comes with Chopard box. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color Details: Ri...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Griffe Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Panthere Griffe Band Ring by Cartier. With 68 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 2.50ctw Details: Ring Size: European 54 U...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Damiani Eden Diamond White Gold Band Ring
By Damiani
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Eden Band Ring by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 0.65ct This ring comes with Box, Certificate and Tag. R...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Étincelle De Cartier Diamond Eternity Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Étincelle De Cartier Eternity Band Ring by Cartier. With 29 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight...
Diamond, Platinum
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
A true icon of the much-coveted category of World Time watches, this rare model represents an important milestone in the history of one of the brand's signature complications.
