Top 35 Most Expensive Watches In The World

No. 22. de Grisogono – Meccanico dG S25D

Price: $590,000

In an era where big–not just big, but giant!–watches have become the norm, this behemoth stands out from the crowd. A 15th birthday present from Geneva-based De Grisogono, the company claims it is the most complicated watch in the world (with a price tag to match). Behold: a watch that gives you both analog and digital time by mechanical means–a world first. Necessary?

Well, no. But astounding, nevertheless. What appears to be the Meccanico dG‘s digital display is actually the super-complex meshing of 651 mechanical components, worked by 23 cams connected to synchronized gears. Just for good measure, this tour de force is also water-resistant up to 100 feet in case you feel like a dip, in whatever time zone you might find yourself. In a limited edition of 177 pieces

No. 21. Girard-Perregaux – Vintage Jackpot Tourbillon

Price: $625,000

What happens when a game of chance and watchmaking precision come together? Out comes the Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Jackpot Tourbillon. A perfect toy for the elite, this watch comes with a slot machine equipped with a striking mechanism. Although the mechanism is quite complex, it does not affect the legibility. A window at 12 o’clock reveals a row of three denotations and when the lever arm, covering the crown, is pulled, the reels start spinning and randomly stop on any of the five symbols. The hammer goes gong making sounds similar to slotting machines in the casino. The jackpot is hit when there are three bells in a row and chances of hitting the jackpot are 1 in 125. At 6 o’clock a cut off allows you to admire the Tourbillon with the golden Bridge. The watch has a four day power reserve and comes with a case made of pink gold.