Feeling blue: discover colourful treasures from Phillips Perpetual

Boost your watch collection with these rare and covetable blue designs available from Phillips Perpetual

Watches & Jewellery 10 Nov 2021

As an auction house Phillips is renowned for bringing together coveted horological treasures, carefully curated by its world-leading team. With Phillips Perpetual, presented in association with Bacs & Russo, it has opened up a new avenue to explore some of the finest pre-owned and vintage finds, available for immediate purchase. The brainchild of James Marks, Phillips’ international specialist and director, watches, it offers the boutique experience in-store and online, while benefiting from Phillips’ considerable expertise in sourcing and evaluating timepieces. Here, we take a look at some of the rare and collectable pieces currently available.

Rolex GMT-Master II (​​Ref. 126710BLNR)

Launched in 1955, Rolex’s GMT-Master tapped into the growing international travel scene, equipped with a functional second time zone indication. Followed by the GMT-Master II in the 1980s, it remains a sought-after piece in the watchmaker’s rich roster of collectable timepieces. Its rugged, instantly recognisable look is bolstered by the two-tone bezel, here presented in a ‘batman’ design in sleek blue and black on a sporty-yet-sophisticated Jubilee metal bracelet. Meanwhile this model from 2019 also benefits from Rolex’s 3285 calibre, bringing enhanced precision and reliability, along with a power reserve of 70 hours. This particularly fine example comes unworn, accompanied by the full set, original certificate and Rolex presentation box. 

£15,450; phillips.com 

Patek Philippe Ref. 5930G-001

Debuted in 2016, the Ref 5930G continues in a long and esteemed lineage of refined Patek Philippe world time watches. It is especially notable for being the first serially produced world time wristwatch incorporating a chronograph complication, powered by the self-winding calibre CH 28-520 HU. Its elegant design takes inspiration from a unique piece from the 1940s, given a contemporary edge with the innovative display of its technically advanced functions. The modern feel continues with the blue dial, which draws the eye with its geometric circular guilloché decoration at the centre. This example from the year of launch is presented in superb condition, complete with full accessories, including an international guarantee and box. 

£47,500; phillips.com

H Moser & Cie Ref. 2327-0205

H Moser transforms complex haute horlogerie into works of art, with contemporary designs that make a statement with their clean lines and striking silhouettes. The Ventura Smoky Sapphire is one of its most impressive creations, featuring a stunning full pavé dial paired with a luxe white-gold, 39mm-diameter case. It sees 375 colour-graduated sapphires and 313 brilliant-white diamonds expertly and intricately set, resulting in an effect that beautifully plays with the light. One of only 20 such pieces made, it comes in brand new condition with original box and certificate. 

£35,000, phillips.com