James Bond Rolex and a Rare Patek Philippe Ref. 5016 Set to be Auctioned Off

Antiquorum Auctioneers is set to host its “Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces”, and we’re taking a look at the most highly-anticipated lots. Here are our top picks from the 600-lot auction, which will be held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Geneva, Switzerland on November 10.

Patek Philippe Ref. 5016
This rare pink gold Tourbillon Minute Repeater Perpetual Calendar timepiece features a black dial. According to Antiquorum, this is only the third example in pink gold to appear on the auction market and the first featuring a black dial. This timepiece, which was last on the market in 2007, also features a retrograde perpetual calendar and moon phases. The Patek Philippe Ref. 5016 lot includes the timepiece’s original fitted box, Certificate of Origin, chronometer certificate and booklet.

Rolex Ref. 6538 James Bond
Produced in 1958, this rare stainless steel Rolex Submariner, Ref. 6538, features center-seconds, is self-winding and water-resistant. Made famous after being seen on the wrist of Sean Connery as James Bond in “Dr. No,” the Ref. 6538 is on the market for the first time. With the large case and brevet crown (that were also used on the vintage Rolex/Panerai 6152 models), this piece still boasts its original dial, which features the two lines with the depth in silver.

Jaquet Droz Early Perpetuelle Self- Winding Watch
This rare pocket watch with center seconds was made in Switzerland and retailed via London for the Chinese market circa 1785. The Jaquet Droz Early Perpetuelle Self- Winding Watch features gold, enamel, pearl, and ruby.

Adrienne Faurote

Editor in Chief · Haute Time

As a former New Yorker, now a “Miamian,” Adrienne Faurote joined Haute Living in August of 2021. She currently serves as the Haute Media Group Editor-in-Chief, overseeing all editorial platforms within the Haute Media Group while also maintaining her role as Fashion, Jewelry & Watch Director. Prior to her position at Haute Living, Faurote was the Market Editor at Marie Claire Magazine US, amassing over ten years in the industry, becoming an authoritative voice in all things fashion, jewelry, and watches.