NEW YORK, NY.- Christie's Important Watches achieved $9.3 million with 96% sold by lot, underscoring strength across all levels of the market. The top lot was the Charles Frodsham Silver Grande & Petite Sonnerie Hump‑Back Tourbillon Carriage Clock from the Edlis | Neeson Collection, which achieved $952,500—nearly five times its low estimate. The auction drew vibrant participation, with bidders active in the room, on the phones, and online. Clients joined globally, with 52% of bids from the Americas, 19% from Asia Pacific, and 29% from EMEA. 42% of bidders and buyers were new to Christie's.

Rebecca Ross, Head of Sale, Christie's New York, comments: “We are delighted with the results of our Important Watches auction. Throughout the sale, it was exciting to witness several lots soaring well above their high estimates—most notably the Charles Frodsham Silver Grande & Petite Sonnerie Hump‑Back Tourbillon Carriage Clock. From start to finish, there was spirited competition online, on the phones, and in the room for rare treasures by Patek Philippe and Cartier. Collectors responded with tremendous enthusiasm, and these results underscore the global appetite for exceptional timepieces.”

Additional sale highlights include a Patek Philippe Serpico Y Laino Black Enamel Calatrava Ref. 2526, which realized $660,400. This world class watch is the only known first series reference 2526 with black enamel dial and luminous indexes, retailed by Serpico Y Laino. Another standout was a Patek Philippe 'The Scout' Piece Unique 18k gold Lepine‑style keyless lever open‑face watch with Breguet numerals, hand‑engraved case, and a miniature enamel painting depicting The Scout by Charles Marion Russell, executed by G. Menni, which sold for $520,700 against a low estimate of $100,000.

An impressive result was also achieved for a Cartier Gold Cushion-Shaped Wristwatch with deco‑style Arabic numerals. This rare vintage timepiece encapsulates the Maison's creativity, featuring a cushion‑shaped case—affectionately referred to by collectors as the “Batman” shape—paired with a dial reminiscent of the iconic Driver's wristwatch. It realized $76,200 against a low estimate of $8,000, nearly ten times its high estimate. Sales continue with Watches Online: The New York Edit, open for bidding through 17 December.