The most expensive watch at auction in the world: Patek Philippe (100 million Swiss francs)
Top Ten Famous Watches
Patek Philippe, the symbol of nobility
vacheron Constantin, a noble work of art
Audemars Piguet adheres to a century-old tradition
Breguet, the father of modern watchmaking
IWC mechanical manufacturing quality Extraordinary
Piaget's supreme treasure
Cartier, the pet of high society
Jaeger leCoultre sets a "Guinness record"
Rolex is the overlord among watches
GIRARD-PERREGAUX shows nobility
In the traditional concept, the main function of a watch is only one, which is "timekeeping". In foreign countries and in economically developed areas such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, the timekeeping function of watches has long been weakened. It is regarded as a work of art and a symbol of a person's identity, status, and taste.
An important thing for Shanghainese people to do when they get married now is to buy a pair of expensive designer couple watches. At the negotiation table, when the two parties shake hands, the person wearing "Longines" will be considered to be more classy than the person wearing "Tissot". This general trend of internationalization has gradually penetrated into high-income groups.
In the "Top Ten Famous Watches in the World" rankings compiled by Hong Kong, "Cartier" ranked 7th and "Rolex" ranked 9th. "Omega" ranks 4th in the "Top Ten Best Watches" rankings outside the "Top Ten Famous Watches".
From high to low, they are: Cartier - Rolex - Tidus - Omega - Radar - Longines - Tissot.
Number one of the world's famous watches - Patek Philippe: 8 years to produce a watch
The symbol of the world's top richest man is owning a Patek Philippe watch, shaped by noble artistic realm and expensive production materials Patek Philippe’s enduring brand effect. Not long ago, Patek Philippe once again set a new world auction record for antique watches. A watch customized for an American banker in 1933 was sold for US$11 million. This watch has 24 functions. It took 3 years to design and another 5 years to make. One watch was produced for 8 years.
Patek Philippe will never make one indiscriminately just because the market is popular. The factory has a confidential workshop and has maintained a tradition for more than a hundred years, that is, only one product is hand-made every year, and its price is about 30 million yuan. Anyone who wants to get this watch has to wait patiently for at least 8 to 10 years.
Cartier: the pet of high society
The Cartier family was already a well-known French jewelry gold and silver jewelry manufacturer in the mid-19th century. Louis Cartier was a goldsmith who was highly appreciated by royal dignitaries at that time. In 1904, the gold watch he made for his old friend SANTOS became an instant success. Since then, Cartier watches have been the pets of the upper class and have endured for a long time.
In addition to some of the Cartier watches manufactured by the main factory in Paris, a considerable number of Cartier watches are closely related to "Audemars Piguet", "Jaeger-LeCoultre", "Patek Philippe", "Vacheron Constantin" and "European Watch Company". ” and other famous companies signed contracts for special production. Its function, shape, craftsmanship, etc. can be said to be a collection of the best of each family.
Omega: The watch that went to the moon
Omega, a name well-known in both the watch and advertising industries, originates from the Greek letter (omega). It was founded in 1848 and is deeply loved by tasteful people. favorite. Omega serves as the standard timekeeper in world-class events such as sailing, track and field, and swimming, and has been awarded the designated timer for the Olympic Games 31 times. Omega was the first and only watch to be worn on the moon.
Omega pays special attention to inviting celebrities as its image ambassadors, including Swiss top tennis player Sindis, sailing racer Sir Peter Blake, golfer Ernie Ace, Pierce Brosnan, Cindy Crawford, Simon Yam, Qi Qi and other top figures from all walks of life are its image spokespersons.
Centennial watch with ten faces
1. Cartier tank (Cartier tank)
In 1919rh, Cartier drew from the tracks of the victory tank made by the British military in World War I Inspired by this, the tank series was launched, which was once the favorite of celebrities from all walks of life in Europe and the United States.
2. Rolex Oyster
In 1927, Rolex found an excellent way to be waterproof and dustproof--screw-in watch Bundle. With this watch, Rolex has since become "the world's number one watch"
3. Ingersoll Mickey
1933, Chicago Almost a million people wore this watch at the World's Fair. During the Great Depression, it was a treasure coveted by countless children.
4. Universal Geneve Trv-canpax (Universal Geneve Trv-canpax)
In 1944, Universal Geneve Trv-canpax launched a complex function watch that can display the moon phase, day of the week, date and record accuracy to 1/ 5 seconds of time.
5. Movado Museum
In 1959, the Museum of Modern Art in New York listed Helvetia’s design as a permanent collection. Movado watch factory has a keen eye for pearls. , put it into production and became the signature of the factory.
6. Founder of Znith Elprimero
In 1969, when Seiko launched the first generation of electronic quartz watches, The original movement developed by Zenis with a vibration frequency of 36,000 times per hour has become the focus of the industry, and it is still highly respected today.
7. Hamilton Pursa (Harnilton)
In 1970, Hamilton launched a red LCD numeral that can pop out the hours, minutes, and seconds with just a touch of your hand. The price of the LED electronic watch with the gold case is as high as 2,100 US dollars. However, within ten years, this watch went into decline.
8. Swatch
In 1983, a Swiss watch with a price of only $25 was launched. Its bright plastic case and strap immediately won the hearts of watch fans. Heart, marking the rejuvenation of the ancient Swiss watch industry.
9. Citizen Eco-Drive
In 1995, Citizen launched a photometer, which can operate as long as it is exposed to light
10. Seiko kinetie
In 2000, at the Basel Watch Fair in Switzerland, Seiko Capital claimed: "Perhaps, all watches will operate like this in the future." Just shake it Watch, the power of the watch will be continuous. This kind of watch, which combines the convenience of automatic machinery with the accuracy of electronic quartz, has a bright future indeed.