Christie’s New York’s June 11 auction of Important Watches earned in excess of $7.9 million, highlighted by a Stephen S. Palmer Patek Philippe Grand Complication selling for more than $2.25 million.

The sum represents a world record for a Patek Phillipe Grand Complication, as well as the highest amount ever garnered for a watch at Christie’s New York and the highest achieved for a watch to date in 2013. The 18k pink gold watch features grande and petite sonnerie and moon phases.

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Another highlight of the auction was the Rolex, Reference 5036, a rare triple calendar chronograph wristwatch in 18k pink gold with a two-toned silvered dial, which sold for $171,750.

“Today’s auction marked an unparalleled event at Christie’s New York flagship saleroom in Rockefeller Center,” said Aurel Bacs, international head of watches, in a statement. “The sale of Stephen S. Palmer Patek Philippe Grand Complication, No. 97912 cements Christie’s leadership in the category of the world’s most exceptional and rare timepieces.”

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