What was once the world’s most complicated AAA UK replica watches will go under the gavel at Phillips next month.
The timepiece in question is coveted high quality fake Patek Philippe Ref. 3974 watches. Launched in 1989, this self-winding watch features a minute repeater, a perpetual calendar, 24-hour indication and phases of the moon. Ref. 3974 was considered the most technically sophisticated best replica watches of the time. It was one of the rarest, too, with only around 16 made in total.
This particular example, which the auction house has labeled “possibly unique,” was one of the earliest produced and sports a yellow-gold case crafted by legendary casemaker Jean-Pierre Hagmann. In addition, the rarity has been extensively customized by cheap Patek Philippe copy watches. The striking black lacquer dial is embellished with the Calatrava Cross, italicized calendar indications and rare gold Breguet numerals to match the case.
A stellar example of haute horlogerie, the perfect replica watches is expected to fetch between $408,000 and $829,000 at the upcoming Hong Kong auction. It’s not the only standout, either. Presented in association with Bacs & Russo, the sale, which will take place from May 27 to 28 at the JW Marriott in Hong Kong, comprises an array of extravagant wrist candy from Rolex, A. Lange & Söhne, Richard Mille, F.P. Journe, Lang & Heyne, Kari Voutilainen and Christophe Claret.
What’s more, many of the watches on offer have never before appeared at auction. This includes pink-gold Swiss movements fake Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5723 watches with the prestigious double stamp by Tiffany & Co. and 4 carats worth of rubies, which is expected to realize between $300,000 and $497,000.
Also fresh to auction is yellow-gold luxury replica Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 16528 watches with an “R83” serial from circa 1989. Nicknamed “Yin Yang,” this watch is fitted with a concept porcelain dial and features a black “Daytona” inscription above the six rather than the regular red-colored signature. It’s estimated to attract between $199,000 and $398,000.
It’d be remiss not to mention that an array of Patek Philippe’s Metiers d’Art super clone watches for sale will also go under the gavel. Featuring techniques from cloisonné enameling to hand engraving, these rarities are true works of art. One highlight is the Peregrine Falcon open-faced pocket wholesale replica watches Ref. 982/147, which showcases marquetry in its finest form via one elegant bird. It’s expected to pull in between $149,000 and $255,000.
Leading up to the Hong Kong Watch Auction: XIV, highlights from the sale will be appear on a world tour in London (April 21 to 24), Bangkok (April 27 to 28), Singapore (May 3 to 4), Geneva (May 4 to 8) and Taipei (May 13 to 14).