NEW YORK, NY.- Christie’s New York Watches announced two rare highlights to be sold in the New York evening sale of Exceptional Watches on Thursday, December 7 2017: The Joe DiMaggio Patek Philippe Reference 130 and The Amelia Earhart Tiffany & Co. Travel Watch.

Joe DiMaggio is regarded as one of the most legendary baseball players to ever put on the famous Yankees pinstripes, famously known for his 56-game hitting streak from 1941. As one of the most respected sportsmen in American history, Christie’s is honored to present the opportunity to own this iconic timepiece. (Estimate: $150,000 – 300,000).

Made in 1947, DiMaggio’s Patek Philippe Reference 130 offers the functional elegance of a Chronograph with desirable gold Breguet numerals beautifully set against the silvered dial. With a well-preserved case and manufacturer’s signature, this represents a very rare opportunity for both Joe DiMaggio fans and Patek Philippe collectors alike.

Amelia Earhart was personally gifted the aforementioned travel watch from her friend and iconic British aviator, Amy Johnson. The back of its silver case is engraved To Amelia, In Sincere Admiration, Amy. The watch was presented to Amelia in 1932, the year that she had gained the title of the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Christie’s is proud to offer this watch which belonged to an iconic woman who broke boundaries and represents amazing perseverance and heroic triumph to this day.