Sotheby’s Important Watches sale was a New York auction that ran from 25 November through 6 December 2024. It is marked closed, and Sotheby’s results page reports 209 results. Its listing includes watches from Audemars Piguet and Rolex, among other catalogue entries.
Sale details and how to read the results
Sotheby’s identifies the event as its Important Watches auction in New York, running 25 November–6 December 2024. The sale page marks it closed and reports 209 results. View Sotheby’s sale and results page.
The displayed results are not a complete measure of what a buyer paid: Sotheby’s says they include Sotheby’s Premiums and exclude applicable taxes and costs, unless otherwise noted. The page does not establish a total sale value or sale-wide average price, so the number of results should not be read as a financial summary.
Examples of watches in the catalogue
The official listing shows a selection of collectible wristwatches. These examples illustrate the range, rather than exhaustively summarizing all 209 results.
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#1 Best Overall
- STYLE: This Michael Kors Slim Runway mens watch features a black sunray dial, three-hand movement and black stainless steel bracelet
- CASE & DIAL: This watch for men has a round 44mm stainless steel case with a black dial; mineral crystal face resists scratches
- WATCH BAND: A mens wrist watch with a black gray stainless steel bracelet band; 22mm band width; links can be removed for a customized fit
- PRECISION TIMEKEEPING: A men's watch with Quartz movement and three-hand analog display; imported
- SWIM-READY Water Resistant: This wrist watch for men is wearable while swimming in shallow water up to 50m (165ft); 5 ATM
| Brand | Reference | Description in the listing | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audemars Piguet | Royal Oak Offshore 25721TI.OO.1000TI.01 | “Titanium Beast,” a titanium chronograph with date and bracelet, circa 2002 | See the lot listing |
| Rolex | GMT-Master II 116710LN | Rolex GMT-Master II | See the lot listing |
| Rolex | GMT-Master II 16710 | Rolex GMT-Master II | See the lot listing |
| Rolex | Daytona 16523 | Rolex Daytona | See the lot listing |
Sotheby’s lists individual lot descriptions and estimates on the sale page; the cited page extract does not provide the estimates for these examples. Catalogue estimates describe the auction listing, not present-day market value. The available information also does not support a broader comparison of current prices or condition beyond an individual lot’s own description.
Quick Recap
Rank #4
- Features a classic big dial and quartz movement with stable quality. High hardness coated glass mirror is wear-resistant, scratch-proof, Butterfly double buckle ensures comfortable weara
- Mirror diameter is 1.6 inches (41 mm), case thickness is 0.43 inches (11 mm), and band length is 7 inches (180 mm). The length of the watch can be adjusted, and it weighs 132 g(4.65 ounces). Maximum applicable to about an 8-9" wrist
- Luminous function can be activated by illuminating the watch under strong light for 30-40 seconds, providing a new visual experience at night. Manual includes detailed instructions for adjusting time and calendar
- Fashionable and elegant design for any man who appreciates quality and style. Versatile and stylish men's watches are suitable for any occasion, including parties, work, daily life and dating
- Water resistance for daily life, waterproof to 100 feet (30 m), generally resistant to splashing or brief submersion, but not suitable for swimming or bathing
Rank #3
- STYLISH: This Armani Exchange watch features a gold sunray dial, gold-tone stainess steel bracelet, and chronograph movement
- CASE & MOVEMENT: A men's watch with a 44mm case, 22mm band width, scratch resistant mineral crystal, accurate quartz movement with chronograph analog display, imported
- DIAL: These men's watches feature a stainless steel case with a gold dial
- WATCH BAND: Wrist watches for men with a gold-tone stainless steel bracelet; links can be removed for a customized fit
- WATER RESISTANT MENS WATCH: Up to 50m (165ft); Wearable while swimming in shallow water; 5 ATM
Rank #2
- Mens Wrist Watch: Features a classic big dial and quartz movement with stable quality. High hardness coated glass mirror is wear-resistant, scratch-proof, Butterfly double buckle ensures comfortable wear
- OLEVS Mens Watches: Unique Classic Design Analog Date Calendar Display Watch Window. Easy to Read, Classic Business Style, Stylish Casual Dress Watch, Stylish Gold Indexes and Round Case, finely designed, stand the test of time, handsome and outstanding
- Business Pointer Quartz Watch: Dial diameter is 1.6 inches (41 mm). Case thickness is 0.43 inches (11 mm), steel band width is 0.79 inches (20 mm), length is 8.66 inches (22 cm). The weight of the men's watch is 4.16 ounces (118 g)
- Fashion Gold Green Man Watch: Luminous Hands/Markers and Enlarged Date Window at Three o'clock, Stylish Watch with Roman Scale Bezel, Water Resistance Up to 30M: Usually, Suitable for Swimming, But not Suitable for Deep Diving
- Night-light Function：When Using the Luminous Pointer Function for the First Time, Please illuminate The Watch Under The Light for 30 Seconds to Activate the Luminous Function. Watch Chain Can Be Adjusted in Size
What the sale page can—and cannot—tell you
- It can tell you: the sale’s location and dates, that it closed, its reported count of 209 results, and selected catalogue details such as brand, reference, description, and estimates where shown.
- It cannot establish from the available listing information: a total sale value, an average result, current resale values, or a consistent condition comparison across the watches.
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