Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. realized CA$177,767 in total sales during its Historic & Luxury Watches auction on June 5, showcasing 67 lots of pocket watches and wristwatches—most of them Swiss-made. The standout sale was a Patek Philippe Ref. 5146G 18k white gold annual calendar wristwatch, which achieved CA$27,140, topping the auction as its highest-selling lot.
The auction featured elite watchmakers including Rolex, Heuer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Blancpain, Longines, Breitling, and Tudor, along with classic American brands such as Hamilton, Waltham, and Elgin. All prices reported include an 18% buyer’s premium.
Headlining Timepieces
Patek Philippe Ref. 5146G: Introduced in the early 2000s as a successor to the 5035, this white gold annual calendar watch came equipped with a self-winding Caliber 324 S, housed in a 39mm case with a hand-stitched leather strap. It met expectations and led the sale at CA$27,140.
Rolex Submariner “Red Sub” (Ref. 1680, 1971): A coveted dive watch featuring the signature red Submariner text on a matte black dial, fetched CA$18,880. This model was the first Submariner to include a date function and included an engraved caseback and original bracelet.
Heuer Camaro “Champion Dial” (Ref. 73443, 1970s): This rare chronograph, with a bold “Exotic Panda” dial and Champion Spark Plugs logo, surpassed its high estimate to realize CA$16,520. Named after the Chevrolet Camaro, the cushion-case design epitomizes vintage motorsport heritage.
Other Highlights
Patek Philippe 18k Gold Pocket Watch, ca. 1914–16: A minute repeater with a 31-jewel movement and white enamel dial surged past its CA$12,000 estimate to bring CA$16,520.
Rolex GMT-Master II (Ref. 16710, Y-Serial, ca. 2002): A stainless steel travel watch with a black bezel insert and Caliber 3185 movement beat its high estimate to sell for CA$14,160.
Tag Heuer Ladies’ Wristwatch (Ref. WP1443, ca. 2002): Crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold and featuring a mother-of-pearl dial with diamond markers, this one-owner watch finished at CA$9,440, well above estimate.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Geographic (Ref. 169.6.92, 1990s): A platinum model from the Master Control series with dual time zone and power reserve indicators sold within estimate at CA$8,260.
Tudor “Big Block” Chronograph (Ref. 79170, 1994): This panda-dial chronograph from the Rolex-affiliated brand sold as expected at CA$6,490, retaining original box and Rolex hallmarks.
The auction attracted 120 registered bidders, generating 1,138 total bids, underscoring the strong market demand for vintage and luxury timepieces.
Upcoming Auctions
Miller & Miller’s upcoming events include:
June 14: Automobiles, Motorbikes & Advertising – Featuring the Fairbairn Collection
June 22: Pre-1980 Sports Cards & Memorabilia
As a leading Canadian auction house specializing in high-value collections, Miller & Miller continues to accept consignments across watches, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles. The firm remains committed to offering a trusted marketplace for serious collectors.
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