Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr to showcase rare watches at Paris Grand Palais Historique

A covetable lineup including the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Zenith Inverted 6'

Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr is set to preview a stunning collection of luxury items, including exceptional timepieces, fine jewelry, haute couture, and exclusive Hermès bags at the iconic Grand Palais Historique in Paris.

The highly anticipated presentation will take place on 4-5 February ahead of their sales and the prestigious Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris automotive auction on February 6.

Among the highlights for the upcoming Paris Fine Watches live sale on February 12 are a carefully curated selection of sought-after timepieces, featuring prestigious brands such as Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, and Piaget.

A standout piece is the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ‘Zenith Inverted 6’, reference 16528, from circa 1988. This extremely rare 18K gold automatic bracelet watch with a white dial is estimated between €80,000-120,000.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Zenith Inverted 6'
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ‘Zenith Inverted 6’

Another highlight is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, reference 26240OR, featuring a rose-gold case, black grid dial, and flyback chronograph function, which is expected to fetch €40,000-60,000.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, reference 26240OR
Stacked from 3 images. Method=B (R=8,S=4)

The Cartier Collection Privée Tortue Réserve de Marche, reference 2689G, Limited Edition No. 044/150, is a rare 18K gold manual-wind calendar wristwatch with an exquisite guilloché engraved sunburst silver dial, estimated at €18,000-25,000.

Additionally, an 18K ‘Everose’ Gold Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, reference 116515LN, with a striking chocolate brown dial, is anticipated to achieve €18,000-22,000.

Bidding is now open for the 12 February Paris Fine Watches auction at bonhams.com/auction/30740/paris-fine-watches/.

For a full list of forthcoming auctions, visit bonhams.com.

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