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Watches have been a symbol of luxury and status for centuries, and the high-end watch industry continues to thrive in 2023. In-fact luxury watches have become one of the most popular investment vehicles in 2023. From Swiss-made timepieces and limited edition luxury watches to watches covered in diamonds, the market is flooded with exquisite watches for the discerning buyer. In this article, we will take a look at the ten most expensive watches in 2023.
Graff Diamonds Hallucination – $55 million
The Graff Diamonds Hallucination is the most expensive watch in the world. With a price tag of a whopping $55 million. The watch is made up of over 110 carats of rare colored diamonds, including pink, yellow, green, blue, and orange diamonds. The watch took over a year to create, with each diamond carefully selected and placed by hand.
Jacob & Co. Billionaire Watch – $18 million
The Jacob & Co. Billionaire Watch, is a masterpiece of horology, with a price tag of $18 million. The watch is made up of over 260 carats of emerald-cut diamonds, set into an 18k white gold case. The watch also features a tourbillon movement and a power reserve of 72 hours. The watch has been seen on the wrists of celebrities such as Dj Khaled and Floyd Mayweather.
Breguet Grande Complication Marie Antoinette – $10 million
The Breguet Grande Complication Marie Antoinette is a sleek one-of-a-kind pocket watch that was commissioned in 1782 by King Louis XVI for his wife, Marie Antoinette. The watch took 44 years to complete and was not delivered until after Marie Antoinette’s death. The watch features a tourbillon movement, a minute repeater, and a perpetual calendar. The watch is currently owned by a private collector and is valued at $10 million.
Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010 – $7.1 million
The Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010 is a limited edition watch with only 7 pieces produced. The watch features 20 complications, including a perpetual calendar, moon phase display, and a minute repeater. The watch is made from stainless steel, which is rare for Patek Philippe watches, making it highly sought after by collectors.
Rolex Daytona Ref. 6263 Oyster Albino – $4 million
The Rolex Daytona Ref. 6263 Oyster Albino is a rare vintage watch, with only four known to exist. The watch features a white dial with silver chronograph sub-dials, which is unusual for Rolex watches. The watch also features a manual-winding movement and a stainless steel case. The watch is highly sought after by collectors, with one selling at auction in 2022 for $4 million.
Richard Mille RM 56-02 Sapphire – $2 million
The Richard Mille RM 56-02 Sapphire is a stunning watch, with a case made entirely from sapphire crystal. The watch features a manual winding tourbillon movement and a power reserve of 70 hours. The watch is highly durable and scratch-resistant, making it perfect for everyday wear. This mindblowing timepiece was seen worn by prominent figures such as Qatari sheiks, the Sultan of Brunei, and American Football player Odell Beckham Junior.
Greubel Forsey Quadruple Tourbillon – $1.6 million
The Greubel Forsey Quadruple Tourbillon is a highly complicated watch, with four tourbillons working together to ensure accuracy. The watch also features a power reserve indicator and a second reset function. The watch is highly sought after by collectors, with only a limited number produced each year.
Hublot Big Bang Diamond Tourbillon – $1.3 million
The Hublot Big Bang Diamond Tourbillon is a stunning watch, with over 100 carats of diamonds set into an 18k white gold case. The watch features a tourbillon movement and a power reserve of 120 hours. The watch is highly sought after by collectors, with only a limited number produced each year.
Vacheron Constantin Tour de l’Ile – $1.2 million
The Vacheron Constantin Tour de l’Ile is a highly complicated watch, with 16 different functions, including a perpetual calendar, moon phase display, and a minute repeater. The watch is made from 18k rose gold and features a power reserve of 48 hours. The watch is highly sought after by collectors, with only seven pieces produced each year.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Hybris Mechanica Grande Sonnerie – $1.1 million
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Hybris Mechanica Grande Sonnerie is a highly complicated watch, with over 1,300 components working together to ensure accuracy. The watch features a minute repeater and a perpetual calendar, as well as a power reserve of 50 hours. The watch is highly sought after by collectors, with only a limited number produced each year.
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