As a rare and limited edition model, the Patek Philippe 1518 is uncommon at auction events. It takes about five years for a high-end model like this to re-appear due to its desirability. The last ...

Patek PhilippeTwenty~4 watch in 18-k rose gold with diamonds, $47,610 at London Jewelers, 1988 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, LI Photo by Jeffrey Westbrook; Prop Stylist Miako Katoh A quarter century ...