Auctionata Presents First U.S. Chrono24: Modern & Vintage Timepieces Auction

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Auctionata is proud to announce its first U.S. watch auction, Chrono24: Modern & Vintage Timepieces, representing the finest in horology from the 18^th century to present day. The 103 lots include selections from top watchmakers such as Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre, and Patek Philippe. The auction will stream live online on Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at 7PM EST at www.auctionata.com.

From an antique 18^th century Val'ere Fusee Pocket Watch with a detailed enamel portrait (starting price: $4,000) to a modern and rare Audemars Piguet Minute Repeater in titanium (starting price: $75,000), the timepieces featured in this sale exhibit the unparalleled craftsmanship, design and precision of master watchmakers.

Other anticipated highlights include:

• Patek Philippe Ref. 130 Chronograph in Rose Gold, c. 1944. Starting Price: $30,000
• Vacheron Constantin Ladies Diamond Pave and White Gold Backwind Cocktail Watch, 1976. Starting Price: $24,000
• Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso with Lapis Bracelet, c. 2000. Starting Price: $4,500
• Chopard Diamond Ladies Backwind Watch, c. 1960. Starting Price: $30,000

"After years of experience handling some of the finest timepieces, I am thrilled to be able to curate our first watch auction in the U.S.," says Robert Velasquez, Auctionata's Watch Expert. "I have gathered a collection of timepieces that span three centuries in this Modern & Vintage Timepieces auction, including horological wonders such as the Val'ere Fusee Pocket Watch with a detailed enamel portrait painted by a single hair brush and an extremely rare Audemars Piguet Minute Repeater in titanium."

"Auctionata's watch auctions are among our most popular and successful, rich with stories, whether it is a watch prototype made of a rare material or personal engraving on the back of a watch," says Joseph Stasko, Auctionata's Chief Operations Officer. "The lots in this watch auction extend beyond any one brand or price point. This auction is an opportunity to own a bit of history."

For the entire catalogue and more information about this auction, visit:
http://auctionata.com/s/178/chrono24-modern-vintage-timepieces

About Auctionata:
Auctionata provides the world access to live auctions anywhere and is the global leader in online sales of fine art, antiques and luxury collectibles. Through its patented technology, Auctionata has transferred the classical backdrop of the auction room to the internet, providing bidders with live stream auctions, real-time information on the bidding activities of the participants and the ability to place bids globally. With over 250 specialists around the world, Auctionata has the largest network of renowned experts who value, authenticate, and curate art objects for customers. Since its founding in 2012, Auctionata has processed more than 70,000 valuation requests. Auctionata also offers an online shop curated by experts, ranging from paintings, jewelry, Asian art, porcelain, design and antiques. The fast-growing shop offers more than 15,000 items with prices ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars, making Auctionata the online destination to share the love for unique objects.

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About Chrono24:
Chrono24 (www.chrono24.com) is the world's most popular market platform for high-end luxury timepieces, featuring more than 150,000 offered items from 70 countries. More than 1,000 commercial dealers, plus several thousand private sellers, offer luxury timepieces of all famous brands as well as rare objects from all historical epochs. Together with the Auctionata auction portal, Chrono24 will be launching the "Chrono24 Auctions," which will offer some of the most exquisite creations of master watchmakers for online bidding. Already, the Chrono24 website boasts more than four million website visits per month. The palette on offer ranges from used vintage watches and NOS (New Old Stock) models to new watches and never-worn investment watches. A premium is placed on safety, in that dealers are carefully vetted before being allowed to trade on the platform. Watch buyers can also draw on a number of support services (e.g. a personal buying agent) throughout all phases of the acquisition process.

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