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A cigarette case with a lighter and diamond watch lit up the auction room at today’s Important Watches live sale. Designed by Cartier Paris in 1929, it represents the French maison’s unparalleled ability to turn everyday objects into cherished works of art. If you’re looking to consign, get started with your valuation >> bit.ly/4xw4O4a Watch as Sotheby’s Sam Hines hammers it at #SothebysNewYork for a total of $256,000, nearly 13X its low estimate.

Diamonds take center stage today on the fifth floor of #SothebysNewYork. With only 24 hours remaining before the live High Jewelry sale, don’t miss the chance to bid on these exceptional creations from the likes of Van Cleef & Arpels, Graff, Louis Vuitton and more. Bid now >> bit.ly/4vU1n5R Jewels shown here: Lot 67 Diamond Bracelet Lot 73 Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bracelet Lot 20 Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Necklace-Bracelet Combination Lot 78 Louis Vuitton Gold and Diamond Cuff-Bracelet Lot 79 Louis Vuitton Gold, Onyx and Diamond Cuff-Bracelet Lot 23 Graff Pair of Diamond Pendant-Earclips Lot 113 Van Cleef & Arpels Pair of Diamond Pendant-Earclips Lot 112 Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ring

With a low estimate of $8,000, this rare ‘bamboo-style’ 1968 Cartier Paris lady’s wristwatch unexpectedly soared at today’s Important Watches auction at #SothebysNewYork. Part of the third tranche of our ‘Shapes of Cartier’ collection, the unusual timepiece sold for a final price of $140,800 after a bidding war. If you’re looking to consign, get started with your valuation >> bit.ly/4ecDRLn Watch as auctioneer Phyllis Kao brings the hammer down on this avant-garde creation for nearly 18X its low estimate.

The #SothebysNewYork Important Watches live sale officially kicks off at 10AM ET. Taking place at our Madison Ave HQ, don’t miss the chance to bid on an array of incredible timepieces from the world’s leading watchmakers. Place your bids now, and tune in live >> bit.ly/4ejxkx3 Ahead of this morning’s auction, we’re spotlighting four distinct iterations from the likes of Rolex, Patek Philippe, F.P. Journe and more. Swipe through for a final look.

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The reference 788/1 ‘Ricochet’ captures Gilbert Albert’s most daring vision for Patek Philippe, and it can soon be yours. Bid now >> bit.ly/4fLUG0Q Conceived in the early 1960s, its asymmetrical, pebble-like form—hammered and hand-finished in 18k yellow gold—blurs the line between timepiece and objet d’art. Its richly textured dial with crosshair motif plays with light in a manner evocative of its name. Powered by the refined caliber 23‑300, the Ricochet unites technical rigor with radical design, produced in an exceedingly small series of approximately 20 examples and preserved here in remarkable condition.

From Versailles to #SothebysNewYork, this 18th-century trunk is linked to none other than Marie Antoinette, Queen of France. Making its first public appearance in the United States, it bears the inscription ‘Garderobe de la Reine N° 19’—the Queen’s Wardrobe No. 19. Bid now >> bit.ly/4uwPYI5 Only a handful of comparable royal wardrobe trunks from this period are known today, with the majority preserved in palace collections and museums. Learn about its incredible provenance and why the Queen herself was its most likely owner.

The #SothebysNewYork High Jewelry sale showcases an exceptional array of jewels from the world’s leading houses, and now you can try them on in person at our Madison Ave HQ. Bid now >> bit.ly/4xaMEEY From a striking David Webb double-leopard bracelet to Cartier sapphire and diamond clips, the exhibition showcases remarkable craftsmanship and design at every turn. Swipe through for a look at some of our favorites. Visit the exhibition on the fifth floor of the Breuer Building.

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Less than 24 hours remain until our Important Watches live sale at #SothebysNewYork. Ahead of the auction, we're spotlighting F.P. Journe's Chronomètre à Résonance—a timepiece that quite literally listens to itself. Bid now >> bit.ly/43wspUL The Chronomètre à Résonance stands among François‑Paul Journe’s most profound achievements, translating a centuries‑old scientific phenomenon into a wristwatch of remarkable precision. By placing two balance wheels in close proximity, the watch harnesses resonance–allowing each oscillator to influence the other and stabilize rate through natural synchronization. Introduced after more than a decade of research and refinement, this platinum example belongs to the celebrated ‘Résonance Nouveau’ generation, powered by the rose‑gold caliber 1499.3. Visit us in person today at the Important Watches exhibition at our Madison Ave HQ.

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The very first Calatrava in stainless steel with Breguet numerals. Bid now >> bit.ly/4vMREOs Introduced in 1932, Patek Philippe’s reference 96 Calatrava embodies timeless proportions. This 1943 stainless steel example elevates that legacy with its rare Breguet numerals and luminous dial, an uncommon, highly desirable pairing. Visit us in person at the Important Watches exhibition at the Breuer building until 14 June.

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There’s no better place to be this weekend than at #SothebysNewYork. Now on view at our Madison Ave HQ, marvel at this season’s Luxury Week jewels on the fifth floor—featuring an incredible selection of magnificent pieces from around the world. Try these on in person ahead of the live auction on 16 June.

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There’s no better destination for collectors this weekend than #SothebysNewYork. Bid now >> bit.ly/3Q0YPnf Now on view at our Madison Avenue HQ, discover this season’s Luxury Week handbags and trunks on the fifth floor—including an extraordinary 18th-century trunk associated with none other than Marie Antoinette. View these in person ahead of the online sale on 23 June.

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Three distinct expressions of Audemars Piguet’s watchmaking are now on display at #SothebysNewYork. Bid now >> bit.ly/4oKYodH Spanning generations of design and craftsmanship, the selection ranges from the iconic Royal Oak Jumbo in yellow gold to the contemporary Royal Oak Offshore in blue ceramic, culminating in the rare and highly important Jules Audemars Cabinet Series Grand Complication. Offered with its original Audemars Piguet wooden cabinet, this timepiece exemplifies the pinnacle of the house’s traditional watchmaking–combining the most demanding complications within a singular form. Visit us in person at the Important Watches exhibition at the Breuer building until 14 June.

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Now on view at #SothebysNewYork, the Octa Automatique Réserve Sport in titanium is F.P. Journe at its most contemporary. Bid now >> bit.ly/3QcLlEV Combining the maison’s signature automatic Octa architecture with a lightweight, sport-oriented titanium case and bracelet, this model merges technical sophistication with everyday practicality. Notably, its long power reserve and asymmetrical display further showcase Journe’s precision and originality.

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Doesn’t everybody want a 10-carat diamond? There are only four color grades for colored diamonds, and now #SothebysNewYork has one of the rarest examples. The question is: what will it become? Bid now >> bit.ly/4eEpL5s Join Sotheby’s Frank Everett and Phyllis Kao as they discuss how they would transform this fancy intense blue stone into a signature jewelry piece of their own.

This extraordinary set of three Lange 1 Time Zone watches represents A. Lange & Söhne’s experimentation and rarity. The trio combines mechanical ingenuity with extreme scarcity–underscoring the growing appeal of Lange’s limited-edition sets among collectors seeking depth, narrative, and true exclusivity. Bid now >> bit.ly/4vbDrLg

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A piece of Rolex history. This is the Reference 5512 Submariner owned by the one and only Steve McQueen. Bid now >> bit.ly/4g1lESn Now on view at #SothebysNewYork, hear from Sotheby’s Rich Fordon as he takes you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic Rolex Submariners in the world.

Which watch is Sotheby’s Geoff Hess wearing this Luxury Week at #SothebysNewYork? It’s a Rolex Reference 5508 ‘Small Crown’ Submariner with an extraordinary story. Bid now >> bit.ly/4eExzUP Watch as our Global Head of Watches gives an exclusive look at this exceptional timepiece before it goes under the hammer on 15 June. Visit our Madison Avenue HQ to experience it in person until 14 June.

A diamond necklace that transforms into a tiara? Sotheby’s Phyllis Kao knows that’s exactly what every girl wants. Bid now on this and more ahead of the High Jewelry live sale on 16 June >> bit.ly/4xaMEEY Starring in the latest edition of Frank’s Files are three extraordinary vintage statement necklaces by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Harry Winston. Now on view at Sotheby’s New York, each creation represents the pinnacle of design from its house, and you can now try them on in person at our Madison Ave HQ.

For the first time in 15 years, Steve McQueen’s personal Rolex Submariner can now be yours. Bid now >> bit.ly/4ehPbVf Few watches capture the spirit of their owner quite like this Rolex Submariner reference 5512, which the ‘King of Cool’ originally gifted to his long-time friend, Jimmy Brucker. A devoted Submariner enthusiast, McQueen wore a reference 5512 while competing in the 12 Hours of Sebring in 1970 and again later that year on the film set of ‘Le Mans.’ Visit us in person at our Madison Ave HQ until 14 June.

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The #SothebysNewYork Handbags & Trunks sale is officially open for bidding. Bid now >> bit.ly/4ek5Wzd Now on view at the Breuer, the auction brings together a standout selection of rare trunks, desirable handbags and highly sought-after collector’s pieces. Swipe through for a first look at these distinguished iterations set to go under the hammer on 26 June.

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