Most Expensive Watches Sold at Auction (All Time)

About This Dataset

Wristwatches and pocket watches ranked by hammer price at public auction in millions of USD. Patek Philippe dominates the upper echelon of watch auction records — its reputation for extraordinary craftsmanship, microscopic production volumes, and the prestige of its collector community drives prices to levels that rival major artworks, with the brand's unique stainless steel complications being especially prized.

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Patek Philippe's overwhelming presence in the luxury watch market is evident, with three of the top four auction prices attributed to the brand. The Grandmaster Chime's record price of $31.2 million is nearly $7 million higher than the second-place Henry Graves Supercomplication, indicating a significant gap between the elite and the rest. The Rolex Daytona (Paul Newman) at $17.8 million, while impressive, pales in comparison to Patek's top offerings. This trend suggests a growing collector interest in unique complications and limited editions, which not only enhance the brand's prestige but also drive prices to unprecedented heights. The auction results reflect a broader trend in luxury goods, where rarity and craftsmanship command premium values.

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Key Findings

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Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300A-010 leads with 31 in 2022.

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Average value in 2022: 3 · median: 3.

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2019 recorded the highest combined total across all categories.

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Gap in 2022: Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300A-010 is 11.1× larger than A. Lange & Sohne Cabaret Tourbillon.

Most Expensive Watches Sold at Auction (All Time)

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8 categories · 6 years

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Top Value

31.20

Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300A-010

Auction Price (Million USD) · 2019

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2014 – 2022

6 years of data

Rankings & Full Data

8 records · Auction Price (Million USD) · ranked by 2022

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#	Category	2014	2017	2019	2020	2021	2022	Change
🥇	Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300A-010	—	—	31.20	—	—	—	—
🥈	Patek Philippe Henry Graves Supercomplication	24	—	—	—	—	—	—
🥉	Rolex Daytona (Paul Newman)	—	17.80	—	—	—	—	—
4	Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 1A-018	—	—	—	—	6.50	—	—
5	Paul Newman Rolex Daytona Ref. 6265	—	—	—	—	5.50	—	—
6	Patek Philippe Ref. 2523 (World Time)	—	—	—	4.90	—	—	—
7	Audemars Piguet Royal Oak (Ref. 5402)	—	—	—	—	—	3.80	—
8	A. Lange & Sohne Cabaret Tourbillon	—	—	—	—	—	2.80	—