9-Breguet Grande Complication Marie Antoinette: $30 million
For history and watch enthusiasts alike, this timepiece is a dream come true. Legend has it that Marie Antoinette requested the timepiece from one of her lovers which ultimately took 40 years to be crafted – only leading to the heartbreaking discovery that it was not completed until after she was executed. Crafted with gold and featuring every complication at the time, the watch left its mark on society for many centuries until it was stolen in the late 1900s. While it is now safely tucked away in the L.A Mayer Museum, those who are willing to part with $30 million will be able to add this historic piece of art to their collections and bring home a true treasure.
| Manufacturing date: | 1827 |
| Case size: | 63 mm |
| Material: | gold |
| Movement: | automatic |
| Sale details: | www.breguet.com |
8-Jaeger-LeCoultre Joaillerie 101 Manchette: $26 million
Since 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre has been known for its refined and stylish timepieces, renowned for their perfect balance between traditional watchmaking excellence and modern chic. This level of craftsmanship is best seen in their limited edition watch created as a special gift for Queen Elizabeth II when she marked 60 years of her reign. The intricate design was crafted from white gold and featured a series of diamond-encrusted links, each joined with the skillful mastery that reflects the brilliance of the brand’s many years of watchmaking experience. Plus, with a miniature caliber 101 movement – one of the smallest in the world – it offers a majestic elegance befitting official state functions and palatial chambers that mark true royalty. From this special timepiece to everyday watches, Jaeger-LeCoultre offers quality pieces that prove why they are so favored among those who seek out timeless refinement.
| Manufacturing date: | 2012 |
| Material: | white gold |
| Movement: | manual |
| Sale details: | www.jaeger-lecoultre.com |
7-Chopard 201-Carat: $25 million:
Fashioning a lavish wristwatch, Chopard just created an absolute dream. The blinged-out 25 million dollar piece is bedazzled with 874 diamonds in all kinds of hues—15 carats pink, 12 carats blue and 11 carats white—totaling up to 201 carats. A favorite of celebrities and royalty alike, the masterpiece has been making bold statements around the world. Who wouldn’t love wearing this eye-catching piece on year wrist? Yet if you prefer something modest and subtle, do not despair! There are also other luxury watches for women which balance sophistication and elegance without completely stunning your budget.
