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Christie's Hong Kong Unveils Two Watch Auctions for 40th Anniversary in Asia

market-auction · 2026-05-30

This November, Christie's celebrates four decades in Asia with two live watch auctions in Hong Kong. The Iconic 40 Watches Evening Sale is scheduled for 25 November, followed by the Important Watches Sale on 26 November, coinciding with Hong Kong Luxury Week. More than 300 timepieces, both vintage and contemporary, from renowned brands like Patek Philippe, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, F.P. Journe, and Richard Mille will be available. The auctions are highlighted by the Kronos: Titans of Time Collection, regarded as one of the most significant single-owner watch collections ever showcased by Christie's. The combined low estimates surpass HK$330 million, marking the highest seasonal estimate for watches in Asia. The sales emphasize exceptional artistry, innovation, rarity, and craftsmanship in horological collecting.

Key facts

  • Christie's celebrates 40 years in Asia with two live watch auctions in Hong Kong.
  • The Iconic 40 Watches Evening Sale is on 25 November; the Important Watches Sale is on 26 November.
  • Both sales occur during Hong Kong Luxury Week.
  • More than 300 vintage and contemporary timepieces will be offered.
  • Brands include Patek Philippe, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, F.P. Journe and Richard Mille.
  • The Kronos: Titans of Time Collection leads the sales as a single-owner collection.
  • Combined low estimate exceeds HK$330 million, the highest seasonal total estimate for watches in Asia.
  • The auctions showcase artistry, innovation, rarity and craftsmanship in horological collecting.

Entities

Institutions

  • Christie's
  • Patek Philippe
  • Rolex
  • Audemars Piguet
  • Cartier
  • F.P. Journe
  • Richard Mille

Locations

  • Hong Kong
  • China
  • Asia

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