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 Ref. Diamonds 4920R-010 in 18k Rose Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Ref. 4920R-010 25 × 30 mm quartz wristwatch in 18k rose gold, with a total weight of 60 g. Includes the large box and papers for the bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Ladies 18k Rose Gold & Diamond Watch 4910/11R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Ladies 18k Rose Gold & Diamond Watch 4910/11R - Quartz. Twenty-4. 18k rose gold case set with 34 diamonds (25mm x 30mm). Silver white dial with diamond marker...
Patek Philippe "Twenty 4" with Diamonds-Set Bezel in 18K Rose Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Lucerne, CH
A timeless expression of elegance and romance, the Patek Philippe "Twenty 4" Reference PPC 7300/1200R-010 RG750 is crafted entirely in luxurious 18K rose gold. Its beautifully rounde...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1990s Patek Philippe Dress 3963/1J 18K YG Pave Dial Manual 32mm
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A Study In 1990s High Jewelry The reference 3963/1J represents a specific era of Patek Philippe design where high watchmaking and haute joaillerie converged. This is not a standard ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Watch with Diamonds in 18k yellow gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
18k Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Ellipse Watch with Diamonds Case: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Manual Winding Diamonds: 28 × Brilliant Cut Color: D Clarity: LR Carat: 0.10 ct each ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,499
H 11.82 in W 9.85 in Dm 2.37 in
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chocolate Dial Ladies Watch 4920R
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Case size 25x30mm. No original box and papers. Comes with chonostore box.
Rose Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant Patek Philippe reference 4181/1 features a rounded-square 23 mm case in 18K yellow gold, framing a deep blue dial with applied baton indexes and matching hands. A diamond-set bezel adds refined brilliance, while the manual-wind movement reflects the maison’s dedication to traditional craftsmanship. Completed by an integrated textured 18K gold bracelet, this mid-century jewel-watch balances precision and haute joaillerie appeal. Brand / Maker: Patek Philippe Model / Reference: 4181/1 Case No.: 2729615 Case: Rounded-Square, approx. 23 × 23 mm Material: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Blue Markers: Applied Baton Indexes Hands: Matching Baton Hands Bezel: Diamond-Set Movement: Manual Wind Bracelet: Integrated Textured 18K Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 38.15 dwt (≈ 59.33 grams) Signatures / Marks: Inner Case Back: “PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE 18K...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$29,334
H 1.19 in W 0.99 in
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 4920R-001 18k Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Chocolate Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 4920R-001 18k Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Chocolate Dial Ladies Watch This beautiful Patek Philippe Twenty4/4920R/001 Watch is in excellent condition and is read...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Diamond Bezel Gondolo Square Quartz Watch 4868R
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in very good condition. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. It shows light signs of wear. ...
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Rose Gold Brown Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Patek Philippe MODEL: Twenty-4 CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Brown BAND: 18k Rose Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. " 6.5 MOVEMENT: Quartz No box or papers Accommodated with an up to date ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Model: Calatrava Movement: Manual-Winding Patek Philippe Caliber 30-255 PS Case: 39mm Case Material: 18K rose gold Dial Color: Silvered Complications: Running seconds dial Delivery C...
Rose Gold
Cartier Baignoire Gold and Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Model: Baignoire Movement: Cartier Manual-Winding Movement Circa: 1980 Case: 22 mm Case Material: 18K yellow gold Dial Color: Gold This exceptional Baignoire Joaillerie wristwatch i...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond and Sapphire Quadrato Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This eye-catching Quadrato wristwatch was crafted by the high-end Italian jeweler Bulgari. An array of pavé-set white diamonds totaling approximately ...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Model: Tank Louis Movement: Manual-Winding Cartier Caliber 78-1 Circa: 1980 Case: 28 mm Case Material: 18K yellow gold Dial Color: Cream Elevating one of the maison’s most iconic de...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. and Oscar Heyman Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
A dazzling example of Art Deco elegance, this exquisite wristwatch by Oscar Heyman for Tiffany & Co. is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. The cream dial is adorned with stri...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Belle Époque Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare Tiffany & Co. wristwatch exemplifies the stunning elegance of the Belle Époque era. Its polished 14K yellow gold case is enhanced with a blue guilloché enamel bezel and del...
Diamond, 14k Gold
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.
