{"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-rt", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "RT", "model": "Chronomètre à Résonance", "case_material": "Platinum and 18k Pink Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-rt", "description": "The F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance RT (Reference RT) was produced between approximately 2010 and 2019. This reference is distinguished by its 40mm or 38mm case construction, often pairing a platinum or 18k pink gold exterior with an 18k rose gold movement, specifically the Calibre 1499.3. Collectors prioritize this model for its use of physical resonance, where two independent balance wheels synchronize to improve chronometric stability. The RT generation introduced a digital 24-hour disc at the 24-hour sub-dial, replacing the analog hands found on earlier versions. On the secondary market, these pieces typically trade in the mid-to-high six-figure range, often between $250,000 and $450,000 depending on metal and dial configuration. A notable production detail is the transition from the 38mm to 40mm case size during this period, with the smaller 38mm variants often commanding a premium due to lower production volumes."}, "lang": "de", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-rt", "reference_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/reference/f-p-journe-rt", "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-rt", "listing_stats": {"count": 8, "median": 251925.0, "low": 65000.0, "high": 479000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "auction_comp_count": 4, "alternatives": [{"reference": {"slug": "fp-journe-resonance", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "Resonance", "model": "Chronomètre à Résonance", "case_material": "Platinum", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/fp-journe-resonance", "description": "The F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance in platinum was first introduced in 2000, with the original 38mm reference featuring a brass movement (Calibre 1499) produced until approximately 2004. Subsequent iterations transitioned to 18k rose gold movements (Calibre 1499.2 and 1499.3) and introduced a 40mm case option before the 2020 redesign (Calibre 1520). Collectors prioritize this reference for its dual-balance movement, which utilizes the physical phenomenon of resonance to synchronize two independent oscillators for improved chronometric stability. Early \"Brass Movement\" examples and \"Pre-Souscription\" dials are particularly sought after due to their rarity and significance in the brand's founding era. On the secondary market, prices typically range from $250,000 to over $500,000 depending on the specific generation and dial configuration. A notable auction result occurred in 2023 when a rare 38mm platinum \"Souscription\" model achieved a hammer price exceeding $1,000,000."}, "score": 20, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: chronometre, journe; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 4, "median": 277250.0, "low": 258850.0, "high": 479000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 1}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7396439818327", "title": "F.P. Journe F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance 'Brass Movement'", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "model": "F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance 'Brass Movement'", "reference": "40992308", "price_usd": 479000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": ["Chronograph"], "merchant_slug": "analog-shift", "merchant_name": "Analog/Shift", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0809/1255/files/AS10484_40992308_F.P.JOURNE_Resonance-5.jpg?v=1745257717", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7396439818327", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7396439818327", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/fp-journe-resonance", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/fp-journe-resonance"}, {"reference": {"slug": "fp-journe-chronometre-souverain", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "CS", "model": "Chronomètre Souverain", "case_material": "Platinum", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/fp-journe-chronometre-souverain", "description": "The F.P. Journe Chronomètre Souverain (CS) in platinum was introduced in 2005 and remains in production, though annual output is limited. Collectors prioritize this reference for the manual-wind Calibre 1304, which is constructed from 18k rose gold and features a double-barrel architecture providing a 56-hour power reserve. The 40mm or 38mm platinum case houses a silver dial with guilloché patterns and a distinct sub-seconds display located between 7 and 8 o’clock. This model is historically significant as it won the Men’s Watch Prize at the 2005 GPHG. On the secondary market, the platinum CS typically trades in the $75,000 to $110,000 range depending on the case size and dial configuration. A notable variant is the early 38mm execution, which commands a premium due to its proximity to the original design specifications and lower production numbers compared to the 40mm version."}, "score": 18, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: chronometre, journe; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 1, "median": 70000.0, "low": 70000.0, "high": 70000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 1}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7300572414039", "title": "F.P. Journe F.P. Journe Chronométre Souverain", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "model": "F.P. Journe Chronométre Souverain", "reference": "40992087", "price_usd": 70000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": ["Chronograph"], "merchant_slug": "analog-shift", "merchant_name": "Analog/Shift", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0809/1255/files/AS09958_40992087_CHRORMETRESOUVERAIN40mmRG-7.jpg?v=1730511255", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7300572414039", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7300572414039", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 2, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/fp-journe-chronometre-souverain", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/fp-journe-chronometre-souverain"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-193", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "193", "model": "Centigraphe Souverain Boutique Edition", "case_material": "18k Pink Gold", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-193", "description": "The F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain Boutique Edition reference 193 in 18k pink gold was introduced around 2008 and remained in production until the caliber 1506 was phased out for the updated 1519 movement. This reference is distinguished by its manual-wind 18k rose gold movement and a specific aesthetic configuration reserved for brand boutiques, featuring a black dial with red accents and a 40mm pink gold case. Collectors value the caliber 1506 for its patented mechanism that isolates the chronograph from the timekeeping gear train, allowing the foudroyante hand to measure 1/100th of a second without affecting amplitude. On the secondary market, this reference typically trades in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable production detail is the rocker-style actuator at 2 o'clock, which replaces traditional pushers to start, stop, and zero the chronograph, a design unique to the Centigraphe line."}, "score": 17, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-193", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-193"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-476-ln", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "476-LN", "model": "Lune Black Label", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-476-ln", "description": "The F.P. Journe Octa Lune Black Label reference 476-LN was produced between approximately 2007 and 2014. This reference is restricted to existing F.P. Journe owners and was sold exclusively through the brand’s boutiques. It features a 40mm platinum case paired with a black lacquer dial and white gold hands, a configuration reserved for the Black Label series to maintain low production volumes. The watch is powered by the caliber 1300.3, an automatic movement manufactured from 18k rose gold that provides a 120-hour power reserve. Collectors value this reference for its limited availability and the contrast of the monochrome aesthetic against the gold movement. On the secondary market, this reference typically trades in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable production detail is that Black Label pieces were limited to approximately twelve units per boutique per year across all models, ensuring high scarcity."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-476-ln", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-476-ln"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-320-dn", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "320-DN", "model": "Octa Divine", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-320-dn", "description": "The F.P. Journe Octa Divine 320-DN in platinum was produced between approximately 2003 and 2014. This reference is significant for housing the Calibre 1300, the first automatic movement to offer a 120-hour power reserve from a single mainspring barrel. Collectors prioritize this specific model for its 18k rose gold movement, which replaced the earlier brass movements in 2004, and its symmetrical dial layout featuring a moon phase, power reserve indicator, and a large date. The 36mm or 38mm platinum case houses a dial characterized by polished steel rings screwed to the surface, a hallmark of early Journe design language. On the secondary market, this reference typically commands prices in the low-to-mid six-figure range. A notable production detail is the transition from the \"shiny\" dial finish to a matte texture, with early 36mm examples often fetching premiums at auction due to their limited production numbers."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-320-dn", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-320-dn"}, {"reference": {"slug": "fp-journe-octa-lune-platinum-40mm", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "Octa Lune", "model": "Octa Lune", "case_material": "Platinum", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/fp-journe-octa-lune-platinum-40mm", "description": "The F.P. Journe Octa Lune in platinum was introduced in 2003 as part of the brand’s first automatic collection. Early examples produced between 2003 and 2004 feature brass movements (Calibre 1300), while models from late 2004 onward utilize 18k rose gold movements (Calibre 1300.2 or 1300.3). Collectors prioritize the 38mm case size over the later 40mm and 42mm versions due to its historical proportions. The dial layout includes an off-center time display, a large date, and a moon phase indicator. Secondary market prices typically range from $85,000 to $130,000, depending on the movement material and case diameter. A notable production variant is the \"Ruthenium Series\" from the early 2000s, limited to 99 pieces, which features a dark grey dial and a 40mm platinum case, often commanding prices exceeding $200,000 at auction."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 23, "median": 124900.0, "low": 29500.0, "high": 479000.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 3}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7396439818327", "title": "F.P. Journe F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance 'Brass Movement'", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "model": "F.P. Journe Chronomètre à Résonance 'Brass Movement'", "reference": "40992308", "price_usd": 479000.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": ["Chronograph"], "merchant_slug": "analog-shift", "merchant_name": "Analog/Shift", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0809/1255/files/AS10484_40992308_F.P.JOURNE_Resonance-5.jpg?v=1745257717", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7396439818327", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7396439818327", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 0, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/fp-journe-octa-lune-platinum-40mm", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/fp-journe-octa-lune-platinum-40mm"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-34", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "34", "model": "Octa Réserve de Marche Limited Edition", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-34", "description": "The F.P. Journe Octa Réserve de Marche Limited Edition 34 was produced in 2003 to commemorate the opening of the brand’s Tokyo boutique. Limited to 34 pieces, this reference features a 38mm platinum case and a ruthenium-coated gold dial, a combination reserved for early limited series. It houses the Calibre 1300, an automatic movement made of rhodium-plated brass rather than the 18k rose gold used in later production. Collectors value this specific reference for its historical significance as one of the first boutique editions and for its brass movement, which marks the brand's early era. On the secondary market, these pieces typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable auction result occurred in 2021 when a well-preserved example sold for approximately $590,000, reflecting the high demand for ruthenium-dial brass-movement pieces among Journe specialists."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 1, "median": 159950.0, "low": 159950.0, "high": 159950.0, "brands": 1, "merchants": 1}, "top_listing": {"id": "h_7350816243799", "title": "F.P. Journe F.P. Journe Octa Zodiaque", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "model": "F.P. Journe Octa Zodiaque", "reference": "40992234", "price_usd": 159950.0, "currency": "USD", "condition": "excellent", "box_papers": "full_set", "year": null, "case_material": "Stainless Steel", "case_size_mm": 40.0, "movement": "Automatic", "complications": [], "merchant_slug": "analog-shift", "merchant_name": "Analog/Shift", "image_url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0809/1255/files/AS10295_40992234_F.P.JOURNE_RUTHENIUMZODIAQUE-6.jpg?v=1736272332", "detail_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/listing/h_7350816243799", "buy_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/out/h_7350816243799", "available": false}, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-34", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-34"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-chine", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "CHINE", "model": "Tourbillon Souverain", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-chine", "description": "The F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain CHINE was produced in 2005 as a limited edition of five pieces to commemorate the opening of the brand’s boutique in Beijing. This reference features a 38mm platinum case and a red lacquer dial, a departure from the standard gold or silver dials of the period. It utilizes the Calibre 1504, a manual-wind movement constructed from 18k rose gold, featuring a one-minute tourbillon with a constant force remontoire and a dead-beat seconds complication. Collectors value this reference for its extreme rarity and its status as one of the earliest boutique-specific editions. On the secondary market, these watches occupy the high-six-figure to low-seven-figure price range. A notable auction result occurred in 2021 when a CHINE edition sold for approximately $1.1 million, reflecting its position as one of the most sought-after variants of the 38mm Tourbillon Souverain production era."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-chine", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-chine"}, {"reference": {"slug": "fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "TN", "model": "Tourbillon Souverain Vertical", "case_material": "Platinum", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain", "description": "The F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain Vertical was introduced in 2019 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the original Tourbillon Souverain. This reference remains in current production and features a 42mm platinum case housing the manual-wind caliber 1519. Unlike traditional horizontal tourbillons, this movement utilizes a vertical tourbillon cage that rotates every 30 seconds to maintain constant rate performance regardless of whether the watch is placed flat or on its side. The dial is constructed from 18k rose gold with \"Clous de Paris\" guilloché, featuring a power reserve indicator at 12 o'clock and a small seconds sub-dial. Collectors value this reference for its technical departure from the standard Souverain layout and its high-frequency rotation. On the secondary market, these timepieces typically trade in the mid-to-high six-figure range, often between $450,000 and $600,000 depending on provenance and condition."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 3, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/fp-journe-tourbillon-souverain"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-15", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "15", "model": "Tourbillon Souverain à Remontoire d'Egalité", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-15", "description": "The F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain à Remontoire d'Egalité (Reference TN) was produced between 2004 and 2018, succeeding the original T series. This platinum reference features the Calibre 1404, notable for transitioning from brass to 18k rose gold movement components. Collectors value this model for its combination of a one-minute tourbillon with a remontoire d'égalité constant force mechanism and a dead-beat seconds complication. The dial typically displays a power reserve indicator at 12 o'clock and a visible aperture for the remontoire at 6 o'clock. On the secondary market, these timepieces generally command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range, often between $350,000 and $600,000 depending on the dial configuration. A notable production variant is the \"Black Label\" edition, which was restricted to existing F.P. Journe owners and features a black lacquer dial, frequently achieving higher premiums at international auctions."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-15", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-15"}, {"reference": {"slug": "f-p-journe-vagabondage", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "VAGABONDAGE", "model": "Vagabondage 1", "case_material": "Platinum", "provenance": "extracted_from_auction_comps", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/f-p-journe-vagabondage", "description": "The F.P. Journe Vagabondage 1 was produced in 2004 as a limited edition of 69 pieces in platinum. This reference is significant as the first series in the Vagabondage trilogy and the first time François-Paul Journe utilized a tortue-shaped case instead of his signature round design. It features the manual-wind caliber 1504, which displays time via a wandering hours complication where a digital hour window rotates around a central minutes track. Collectors value this reference for its lack of branding on the dial and its role in transitioning the brand toward experimental complications. On the secondary market, these pieces typically trade in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable production detail is that the design originated from a 1997 project for Cartier that was never realized, eventually leading to this 2004 commercial release under the Journe name."}, "score": 16, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: journe, platinum; similar platinum case profile.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 2, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/f-p-journe-vagabondage", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/f-p-journe-vagabondage"}, {"reference": {"slug": "fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-rose-gold", "brand": "F.P. Journe", "ref": "Centigraphe Souverain", "model": "Centigraphe Souverain", "case_material": "18k Rose Gold", "url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/reference/fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-rose-gold", "description": "The F.P. Journe Centigraphe Souverain in 18k rose gold was introduced in 2008 and remained in the catalog until the line was redesigned in 2017. Collectors prioritize this reference for the Calibre 1506, a manual-wind movement constructed from 18k rose gold that features a patented mechanism capable of measuring elapsed time down to 1/100th of a second. The dial is characterized by three sub-dials with red tachymetric scales, and the case utilizes a unique rocker-actuator at the 2 o’clock position rather than traditional pushers to control the chronograph functions. Early examples often feature \"shiny\" dials that are highly sought after for their specific texture. On the secondary market, this reference typically trades in the $100,000 to $160,000 range. A notable production detail is the \"F\" engraving on the rocker, which was omitted in later iterations of the model."}, "score": 15, "why_compare": "Same f.p. journe collector universe; shared search intent: 18k, gold.", "listing_stats": {"count": 0, "median": 0, "low": 0, "high": 0}, "top_listing": null, "auction_comp_count": 1, "review_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/review/fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-rose-gold", "alternatives_url": "https://mostexpensivewatches.net/de/alternatives/fp-journe-centigraphe-souverain-rose-gold"}]}