Auction World Records

What is the most expensive watch ever sold?

In MEW's documented auction-comps database, the highest result is Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime ref. 6300A-010, sold for $31.00M at Christie's Geneva (Only Watch) in 2019.

Record price
$31.00M
Brand
Patek Philippe
Reference
6300A-010
Venue
Christie's Geneva (Only Watch)
Sale year
2019

Which specific watch holds the world record for the highest auction price?

The Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime holds the all-time record, selling for $31,000,000 at Christie's Geneva (Only Watch) in 2019.

How many watches have sold for over $1 million in recorded history?

Our Grail Index tracks 182 documented results of $1,000,000 or more, representing a total value of $616,198,133 between 2002 and 2026.