Monaco Legend Group has concluded its April 2026 Exclusive Timepieces auction in Monte-Carlo with total sales of €26.47 million and an exceptional 98.3% sell-through rate, reinforcing the continued strength and depth of the international watch market at the highest level.
Held across three sessions on April 25th and 26th at Hôtel Le Méridien Beach Plaza, the sale brought together a carefully curated selection of rare vintage references, historically important complications, and exceptional modern watches. The results reflected sustained global demand, with active participation from collectors both in the room and across international bidding platforms.
Across the various categories offered, the strongest results were achieved by watches combining rarity, originality, and fresh-to-market provenance, qualities that continue to shape the direction of serious collecting.
Davide Parmegiani, Chairman of Monaco Legend Group, commented that “this sale once again demonstrates a clear evolution in the market. Collectors today are highly focused and exceptionally well informed. They are not chasing trends, but rather pursuing watches that make sense historically and aesthetically. When a watch combines rarity, condition, and provenance, the response is immediate. These are the pieces that define collections, and increasingly, they are the only ones that matter.”
This consistency was evident throughout the catalogue. From rare Rolex sports watches and important mid-century references to highly complicated Patek Philippe wristwatches and a strong group of Cartier designs, demand remained broad-based and decisive. Corrado Mattarelli noted that “what is particularly encouraging is the depth of the market today. We are no longer seeing isolated results driven by a handful of headline pieces, but sustained interest”.
The international nature of the sale was equally pronounced, with bidders participating from across Europe, the United States, the Middle East, and Asia. Claude Cohen added that “these results are a reflection of trust. Our clients understand the level of selection and scholarship that goes into each catalogue. It is not about volume, but about presenting watches that deserve to be there. When that trust is established, the market responds with confidence.”
Top 10 Lots
Lot 110 – Patek Philippe, reference 3448 “Padellone” - Sold for €2,106,000
Lot 78 – Rolex, reference 16516 Platinum “Zenith Daytona” - Sold for €1,882,800
Lot 189 – Rolex, reference 6304 Platinum “Ovettone” - Sold for €1,196,000
Lot 288 – Rolex, reference 6241 “John Player Special” Daytona - Sold for €1,007,500
Lot 56 — Patek Philippe, reference 3970EP “Saatchi” - Sold for €910,000
Lot 98 — Patek Philippe, reference 605HU World Time - Sold for €754,000
Lot 109 — F.P Journe Répétition Souveraine - Sold for €546,000
Lot 141 — Rolex, reference 6263 “Paul Newman Mk 1 Panda” – Sold for €546.000
Lot 246 - Patek Philippe, reference 1463 “Tropical Tasti Tondi” – Sold for €546.000
Lot 77 - Patek Philippe, reference 5711/1P-010 Nautilus - Sold for €520,000
Monaco Legend Group will next present its June 4th 2026 Exclusive Timepieces auction. Catalog to be unveiled very soon. Stay tuned…
Monaco Legend Group – making history, one timepiece at a time
About Monaco Legend Group:
Monaco Legend Group (MLG) is a specialist auction house focused on rare and collectible timepieces. MLG was founded in 2015 by entrepreneur and real estate developer Claude Cohen. In 2019, vintage watch expert Davide Parmegiani joined to develop the watch business, followed by Corrado Mattarelli, one of the world’s most respected watch specialists, joining as Deputy Chairman in 2024. Today, MLG is a key fixture on the global auction calendar, hosting two major Exclusive Timepieces auctions each year held in Monaco alongside a boutique Swiss auction held in Lugano, and private sales all year round. MLG is known for its highly curated auctions, exceptional expertise, and its role in shaping the future of the vintage watch market.
