Breguet Sympathique Clock and Wristwatch

About this reference

The Breguet Sympathique Clock and Wristwatch system, specifically the 18k yellow gold reference 1787, was produced in a limited series of approximately 20 units during the 1990s. Collectors value this set for its mechanical complexity, as the marine chronometer-style clock features a docking cradle that automatically winds, sets, and regulates the accompanying wristwatch. The wristwatch utilizes the caliber 589, an automatic movement with an instantaneous calendar and a regulation system controlled by the clock’s mechanism. The case is constructed from solid 18k yellow gold with a hand-guilloché silvered dial. On the secondary market, these sets typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range, often appearing at major auction houses. A notable example sold at Sotheby’s in 2023 for approximately $500,000, reflecting the rarity of complete, functioning sets with their original documentation and accessories.