The Record Ledger · updated October 2026 · 7 documented results
The 7 Most Expensive Patek Philippe Nautilus Watches Ever Sold
The most expensive Patek Philippe Nautilus ever documented by MostExpensiveWatches is the Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Tiffany Blue' ref. 5711/1A-018, which realized $6,503,500 at Phillips New York in 2021 — the top of 7 documented results totaling $12,452,500.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Tiffany Blue'
$6,503,500 · 2021 · Phillips New York
Made in 170 examples for Tiffany & Co's 5th Avenue boutique, celebrating Patek-Tiffany's 170-year partnership. Lot 1 sold for charity at Phillips on the same day the model was released — 124x retail.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Tiffany Blue'
$3,220,000 · 2022 · Christie's Geneva
The second example of the limited-edition Tiffany Blue Nautilus to appear at public auction, confirming the model's extreme market desirability.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus "Tiffany & Co. 170th Anniversary" Ref. 5711/1A-018
$1,600,000 · 2026 · Christie's Geneva
Verified result from Rare Watches (Christie's Geneva), concluded 2026-05-12. Reported by the MostExpensiveWatches auction desk with primary sources on file.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus Olive Green
$490,000 · 2021 · Antiquorum Monaco
The first 'Olive Green' dial Nautilus to appear at auction, sold while still factory-sealed, sparking significant industry debate regarding the 'flipping' of high-demand modern releases.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus White Gold (Original 2010)
$290,000 · 2022 · Phillips Hong Kong
First white-gold 5711 (2010 introduction). Earlier production than the 2019 reissue. White-gold Nautilus auction comp.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Jumbo' Original
$252,000 · 2024 · Phillips Geneva
1976 original Nautilus designed by Gérald Genta — the watch that started the luxury-steel-sports category. Predecessor to the 5711.
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Patek Philippe Nautilus
$97,000 · 2023 · Bonhams London
A modern stainless steel Nautilus featuring a moon phase and power reserve indicator, representing the enduring popularity of Gerald Genta's iconic porthole design.
How the record was set
Every documented result that beat all before it.
| Year | New record | Watch |
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| 2021 | $490,000 | Patek Philippe Nautilus Olive Green · Antiquorum Monaco |
| 2021 | $6,503,500 | Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Tiffany Blue' · Phillips New York |
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“The most expensive Patek Philippe Nautilus ever documented by MostExpensiveWatches is the Patek Philippe Nautilus 'Tiffany Blue' ref. 5711/1A-018, which realized $6,503,500 at Phillips New York in 2021 — the top of 7 documented results totaling $12,452,500.” — MostExpensiveWatches, October 2026. https://mostexpensivewatches.net/most-expensive/model/patek-philippe-nautilus
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