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Schumi's watches sold for 3.4 million euros at auction.

Michael Schumacher's watch auction faced a rough beginning: Initially, the event was set for Monday at Christie's auction house in Geneva, Switzerland. However, a cyber-attack caused the postponement to Tuesday. Despite bringing in a high sum, the final total was slightly less than anticipated...

SymClub
May 14, 2024
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The highlight of the auction: the F.P. Journe Vagabondage. It fetched 1.2 million euros
The highlight of the auction: the F.P. Journe Vagabondage. It fetched 1.2 million euros

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Valuables up for auction - Schumi's watches sold for 3.4 million euros at auction.

A grand total of eight watches that belonged to the legendary Formula 1 racer were up for grabs in an auction.

The crown jewel is one-of-a-kind

Christmas present 2004 from Ferrari team boss Jean Todt to Schumi

"The standout item is a F.P. Journe Vagabondage featuring a Ferrari red dial. This priceless piece was anticipated to fetch between 1 and 2 million euros. However, the final bid came in at a mind-boggling 1.2 million euros.

Unique piece in 18-carat white gold: Schumi received this Audemars Piguet from Jean Todt at Christmas 2003

Way back in 2003, Jean Todt presented Schumi with an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak as a Christmas gift. Yet another unique piece, cast in 18-carat gold, and adorned with Schumi's helmet on the dial. The hammer eventually fell at 330,000 euros for this rare timepiece.

The Rolex Daytona

A few other exquisite Rolex watches were also put on sale

Schumi received the Rolex Daytona from his manager Willi Weber

A Rolex Daytona "Paul Newman", made in 1971, proved quite desirable, snatching 250,000 euros when it hit the auction block.

A Rolex Daytona, crafted in 14-carat gold - a highly sought-after watch according to Christie's catalog - was a splendid gift from Michael Schumacher's manager, the venerable Willi Weber (82). Despite a projected price range of 250,000 to 500,000 euros, it was sold for just 220,000 euros.

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