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20 of the World’s Most Expensive and Iconic Watches: Princess Diana’s Cartier Ticker, John F....
WWD via Yahoo News· 3 weeks agoFrom diamond-encrusted watches to classically constructed timepieces, the practical accessory that...
A Rare Patek Philippe Owned by the Last Emperor of China Could Fetch Millions at Auction
Robb Report via Yahoo News· 1 year agoA vintage watch usually comes with a good backstory, but the provenance of this particular Patek...
This Ultra-Rare Patek Philippe Belonged to China’s Final Emperor. It Just Sold for $6.2 Million.
Robb Report via Yahoo News· 1 year agoAn ultra-rare Patek Philippe Ref. 96 Quantieme Lune just sold for a price befitting its imperial...
Last emperor of China's watch sells for record $6.2 million in Hong Kong auction
Reuters via Yahoo Canada News· 1 year agoA watch that was once owned by the last emperor of China's Qing Dynasty, whose life formed the basis...
China’s Last Emperor-owned Patek Philippe Sells for $6.2 Million in Hong Kong
WWD via Yahoo News· 1 year agoSHANGHAI — A Patek Philippe watch once owned by Puyi, the last emperor of China‘s Qing Dynasty, sold...
Phillips Plans to ‘Shake Up the Sale Calendar’ With More Auctions in Hong Kong
Robb Report via Yahoo News· 1 year agoThis year’s Art Basel Hong Kong, the first to welcome international visitors without strict travel...
Inside Puyi Optical’s Success in China
WWD via Yahoo News· 2 years agoThe eyewear retailer from Hong Kong has become an important ally to brands who are serious about their eyewear business in the world's biggest luxury...
On This Day, Feb. 12: Plane crashes into Buffalo, N.Y.-area home, killing 50
United Press International via Yahoo Canada News· 5 months agoOn Feb. 12, 2009, a Continental airlines turboprop commuter plane crashed into a house near Buffalo,...
Today in History: October 17, Albert Einstein arrives in the U.S. as a refugee from Nazi Germany
Associated Press via Yahoo Canada News· 9 months agoToday in History Today is Tuesday, Oct. 17, the 290th day of 2023. There are 75 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Oct. 17, 1933, Albert Einstein arrived in the United States ...
Ryuichi Sakamoto Dies: Oscar-Winning Composer Was 71
Deadline via Yahoo Canada News· 1 year agoJapanese composer and producer Ryuichi Sakamoto, a pioneer in electronic music and winner of an Oscar, Grammy and BAFTA awards, has died at 71. He died...