Breguet Classique Hong Kong Handover

About this reference

The Breguet Classique reference 3999BA was produced in 1997 as a limited edition of 28 pieces to commemorate the handover of Hong Kong. This reference features a 36mm case in 18k yellow gold with the signature coin-edge profile and straight lugs. It utilizes the self-winding Caliber 502, an ultra-thin movement visible through a sapphire caseback. The solid gold dial is silvered and hand-guilloché, featuring a specific power reserve indicator at 11 o’clock and a date window at 6 o’clock. Collectors value this model for its extreme rarity and its status as one of the few modern Breguet limited editions tied to a specific geopolitical event. On the secondary market, these pieces typically trade between $15,000 and $25,000 depending on condition and the presence of original documentation. A notable auction result occurred at Sotheby’s in 2017, where a well-preserved example realized approximately $18,000.