Press release: NEW YORK – 8 JUNE 2025 – A triumphant conclusion to Phillips’ spring season of watch sales, The New York Watch Auction: XII achieved $25 million, selling 100% by lot and 100% by value. The auction marks four and a half years — nine consecutive auctions — of 100%-sold “white glove” live auctions for Phillips Watches in New York. 

Press release: HONG KONG – 25 MAY 2025 – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo achieved a total of over HK$212 million/ US$27 million for The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX, surpassing the pre-sale high estimate of HK$181,063,000/ US$23,121,745 and marking a 30% year-on-year increase. The auction, held from 23-25 May, attracted enthusiastic participation from 1,800 registered bidders across 70 countries/ regions worldwide. In addition to a packed saleroom and active telephone bidding, the sale saw robust online engagement, with 70% of the lots offered sold to online buyers.

Press release: GENEVA / HONG KONG – 22 MAY 2025 – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is proud to present an exceptional, unique, and museum-quality nephrite clock by Cartier in the 1920s, exemplifying the brand’s artistic brilliance of the Art Deco. It will be offered in the Evening Session of The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX on 23 May.  

Press release: “Big Red” Daytona Ref. 6265 with Engraving "Die To Drive" Commemorates the Champion Driver's Historic French Grand Prix Victory of 1979, With the Timepiece Remaining in the Jabouille Family Collection for Nearly Five Decades.

Press release: NEW YORK – 13 MAY 2025 – Phillips is proud to present the full catalogue for The New York Watch Auction: XII. Defined by extraordinary auction debuts, the two-day sale on 7-8 June will feature 144 lots, many of which are being offered publicly for the very first time, including important examples from both legacy brands and independent makers alike.

Press release: GENEVA – 11 May 2025 – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo achieved a remarkable total of CHF 43.4 million at The Geneva Watch Auction: XXI, underscoring strong market confidence and reaffirming its global leadership position. A tightly curated sale, combined with sustained global demand, drove exceptional results – more than doubling the pre-sale estimate. With participation from 1,820 registered bidders across 71 countries, including 1,580 online, along with a packed saleroom, energetic telephone banks, and dynamic online activity, the auction demonstrated the enduring strength of the market and a robust global appetite for rare and important timepieces.  

Press release: The Geneva Watch Auction: XXI on 10-11 May to Feature a Historically Important and Unique 1924 Cartier Portico Mystery Clock No.3

The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX on 23-25 May to Feature a Unique Mystery Clock with a Beautiful Coral Sculpture Depicting a Chinese Mythological Creature and Dragon.

Press release: Evening Session on 23 May Presents 16 Timeless Made in the 19th Century for the Chinese Market Hailing from a Museum-Quality Collection

Day Sessions on 24-25 May to Feature an Exceptional Selection of Patek Phillippe and Independent Watchmaking Masteroieces

HONG KONG – 16 APRIL 2025 – Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo is delighted to present highlights from the Hong Kong Watch Auction: XX, set to take place from 23-25 May at the company’s Asia headquarters in the West Kowloon Cultural District.

Press release: Geneva, April 14th, 2025 – In a remarkable gesture to celebrate its 25th anniversary and support a critical and contemporary cause, Gerald Charles is proud to announce the donation of the Maestro GC39 Remaster featuring a rare Australian Fire Opal stone to Action Innocence, a foundation devoted to protecting the dignity and integrity of children, teenagers, and individuals with special needs in their use of screens and digital technologies.

Press release: PHILLIPS TO PRESENT F.P.JOURNE’S HISTORIC BREGUET SYMPATHIQUE N°1 AT THE GENEVA WATCH AUCTION: XXI

GENEVA – 7 APRIL 2025 – This May, Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo will present one of the most historically and technically important horological creations of the 20th century: the Breguet Sympathique N°1, designed and built by François-Paul Journe in 1991.

Auction News: The world of horological artistry is about to witness a spectacle as Monaco Legend Group prepares to auction a truly exceptional timepiece - a 1954 Rolex reference 6098 in yellow gold, featuring a breathtaking cloisonné enamel dragon dial. This isn't just a watch; it's a historical treasure, a testament to Rolex's dedication to haute horology, and a rare opportunity for collectors. Read what we know

In the world of horology, certain timepieces transcend mere function and become icons, representing the pinnacle of craftsmanship and historical significance. One such grail is the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ref. 1518 in stainless steel, and Monaco Legend Group has just announced a historic opportunity to acquire one of only four known examples. Read the full story here on the most expensive timepiece to emerge on the market.

Press Release: This November, Sotheby's Geneva will celebrate the 250th anniversary of Breguet, the legendary watchmaker, with a dedicated auction of Breguet timepieces – the largest such event in over 30 years. This landmark sale promises to showcase the genius of Abraham-Louis Breguet, the "Father of Modern Watchmaking," and his enduring influence on horology. Read the full story here.

Spotted: Canadian businessman and Shark Tank star, Kevin O’Leary, has added a one-of-a-kind wristwatch to his impressive collection. O’Leary emerged as the winning bidder for a unique Chanel Boy.Friend wristwatch at the Phillips New York Watch Auction: XI, held this past December. The watch, initially estimated between USD $70,000 and $140,000, saw an intense bidding war before selling for $222,250. Watch the reel here.

Press Release: Phillips Watches Surpasses US$200 Million in Annual Auction Sales for Four Consecutive Years, Reaffirming its Position as the Global Leader in Watch Auctions. Read the Key Highlights.