Whether as a timepiece or an accessory to complement a fashion style, watches are a part of a person's fashion statement. Do you agree with that? Check it out!
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A watch is an accessory that complements a person's dressing style. Some think that the watch someone wears is a measure of how much success they have achieved. It may sound cliche, but there is some truth to it. Adapting from Harpers Bazaar Indonesia (www.harpersbazaar.co.id), the following are the 5 most expensive watches in the world.
1. Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime
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This watch was first introduced in 2014 as a tribute to Patek Philippe's 175th anniversary. The Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime is made from stainless steel. The complexity is impressive because this type of Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime has a total of 20 detailed additional features. Five of them function acoustically. This makes it the only watch with acoustic capabilities. Two features that stand out include an alarm that can hit a pre-programmed alarm time and an elegant date repeater that plays the date sound when requested. The unique design of the Grandmaster Chime is that it has a double-face casing which gives the wearer the option to quickly change the watch face as desired.
2. Jaeger Lecoultre Joaillerie 101 Manchette
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Did you know this watch was designed exclusively for the Queen of England? Yes. This watch is part of Queen Elizabeth II's proud collection. Not only does it have a luxurious design and sparkling diamonds on white gold, but it also has high historical value. With a very high selling price, this watch has become a symbol of elegance and distinction. And equipped with a 101-caliber manual winding movement.
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3. Hallucination by Graff Diamonds
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A brand owned by Laurence Graff, who is also the main shareholder of the South African Diamond Corporation, Hallucination holds the title of the most expensive watch in the world. This masterpiece is perfect for those who appreciate luxury. Introduced in 2014, it quickly gained recognition as the most expensive watch ever created. Designed by John Graff and a team of skilled craftsmen, this watch features an incredible 110 carats of rare colored diamonds. The meticulous construction features a stunning rainbow-style design, with diamonds arranged in shades of pink, blue, green, yellow, and orange surrounding the platinum wristband.
4. Hublot Big Bang
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The most expensive Hublot watch ever created was a 43rd birthday gift to Jay-Z from Beyoncé. This watch is made of 1,282 diamonds that form the dial, which it looks like sunlight and a cross pattern that flows around the entire dial and bracelet decorated with diamonds, making this watch a symbol of luxury and prestige. The white gold case emphasizes the elegance and sustainability of the luxury, while its 14-month creation emphasizes the level of precision and attention to detail. As a work of art in the world of horology, the Hublot Big Bang is not only a practical tool, but also the embodiment of beauty and luxury.
5. Roger Dubuis – Lamborghini
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This time Roger Dubuis presents his interesting designs and work and is in the spotlight through his collaboration with Lamborghini. With this watch, Roger Dubuis depicts the result of a collaboration between a visionary engineer and a master watchmaker. The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 was the inspiration for the design of the Roger Dubuis - Lamborghini watch. By having an aerodynamic shape, it creates a unique and futuristic design. Not only on the exterior, Roger Dubuis also integrated inspiration from the car into the watch movement.
The Excalibur Spider Countach DT/X Dubuis movement is designed for efficiency, similar to a supercar engine, with a mechanical double tourbillon that tilts at a 90° angle to maintain the watch's accuracy in various positions. This collaboration resulted in a combination of engineering expertise and extraordinary design beauty.
The Excalibur Spider Countach DT/X Dubuis movement is designed for efficiency, similar to a supercar engine, with a mechanical double tourbillon that tilts at a 90° angle to maintain the watch's accuracy in various positions. This collaboration resulted in a combination of engineering expertise and extraordinary design beauty.