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Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie Watch
Details are scarce around this beast right now, but this is the top dog in Audemars Piguet's new Code 11.59 collection. It may look simple but it actually costs more than double the next most expensive watch in the collection. Why? Because this deceptively simple-looking watch is the Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie.SpecificationsBrand: Audermars PiguetModel: Code 11.59 Minute Repeater SupersonnieDimensions: 41mmWater Resistance: 20 metersCase Material: White goldCrystal/Lens: SapphireMovement: Caliber 2953Frequency: 3 HzPower Reserve: 42 hoursStrap/Bracelet: Blue alligator leather strapPrice & Availability: 295,000 Swiss francs
Christie's Tests Online-Only Watch Auctions
Major auctioneer Christie’s is currently running their first ever “online-only auction,” “The Essential Watch Collection” These days, we’re all accustomed to researching watches online, and then, very likely also buying them online. Major auctioneers have for a long time been trying to get a piece of the “eBay pie,” and the plan is to approach the sale of vintage watches online by offering a curated, safe environment where watches are vetted by professionals and available through a trusted source.Christie’s isn’t outright saying it, but “The Essential Watch Collection,” populated with 22 watch lots is a test. For the most part, Christie’s wants to determine whether there is a market to sell desirable vintage watches from popular brands such as Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe and more, online. If so, this would create a lucrative corollary business to their live auction events. This particular auction is running