The Treasure Hunt of an Antique Dealer

There are dozens of boxes of format clocks, watches, and pocket watches in the mine, right next to the sculptures. When carrying the sculptures and hoisting them directly by helicopter, Zhang Nan could only take a look at the things inside.

This is still because the boxes are not sealed, otherwise there is no intention to open them one by one: no effort, no energy!

At that time, those two big guys weighing almost half a ton made everyone choppy enough, so they didn't put their minds on the dozens of boxes of clocks. Of course Hitler was not a watch collector. Those clocks were basically from concentration camps!

Like those rings and gold teeth, there are relatively few watches, but more pocket watches: because all the clocks in the box are made of precious metal.

In the manufacture of watches, it is obvious that the probability of using precious metal materials in the case of pocket watches is much greater than that of watches. Besides, before World War II, the usage rate of pocket watches was also very high.

But now, even if Zhang Nan wants to be high-profile, he is unlikely to use a pocket watch to force it. In addition, the pre-World War II watch styles are generally a bit inconsistent with his own aesthetics, so he didn't pay much attention.

I didn't think there were Hitler and Napoleon watches here, but fortunately Jenny noticed, otherwise God knows when they will be selected.

Suddenly a question came to mind: "Will Napoleon have a watch?"

Jenny smiled and said: "Of course, this is a Breguet watch specially designed for the emperor of France. Napoleon's family are loyal customers of Breguet watches. It is said that before Napoleon's expedition to Egypt in 1798, he specially went to the Breguet watch shop to spend seven. Thousand francs bought a clock and two pocket watches, and those clocks are very reliable in the desert environment.

When Napoleon wooed his wife, the most important token was a Breguet gold enamel pocket watch. There is also the famous ‘Queen of Naples’ series in Breguet watches, named after Napoleon’s sister Caroline, this lady’s watch is still in production today.

Moreover, Ellen, the first watch Breguet customized for the Queen of Naples is the first watch in the world! …"

It turned out that in Napoleon’s family, his youngest sister, Caroline Murat, was Breguet’s most loyal supporter: she bought the first Breguet watch at the age of 23 in 1805, and continued to collect it in 1814. There are at least 34 Breguet works.

My younger sister loves trendy and even unique watches, so it’s normal for my brother to customize a few pieces.

The world's top premium watch is Patek Philippe, while Breguet seems to be fifth, a bit behind in the rankings. But it also depends on which one you have in the end-Napoleon's custom Breguet watch, there is no need to emphasize anything.

The Breguet brand has a long history and was founded in 1775. Since the 18th century, Breguet has been committed to providing works and services to members of the royal family and outstanding figures in various fields: Breguet invented more than 70% of the technology in the watch industry, the most The three representative inventions with three complicated functions are tourbillon, perpetual calendar and minute repeater gong.

In this world, any brand of mechanical watch, whether it is manually wound or automatically wound, has at least two technologies, inventions, patents, and devices from Breguet.

If the part that belongs to Breguet is taken away, no mechanical watch can function normally!

And it’s an exaggeration: this watch belonging to Napoleon also has a "three-question function"-it was in the early 19th century!

After listening to Jenny's introduction, Zhang Nan said: "I always thought that wristwatches were only available in the early 20th century, and the pocket watches that I have been using before this time should be pocket watches."

Jenny smiled and said: "It is generally believed that wristwatches began to appear around 1880. The original wristwatches were designed for women. It was around 1910 that wristwatches suitable for men began to appear.

The main customers of the earliest male watches were basically bicycle riders, horseback riders, or pilots and car drivers full of adventure. In this case, watches are much more convenient than pocket watches.

However, Breguet kept a detailed record of Caroline's custom watch. At that time, it cost 100 louis, which should have been paid with the gold coins issued before, and even the several maintenance records of the watch in the following decades.

Allen, you may have the world’s first male watch. According to Breguet’s records, there are 19 Breguet watches customized under the name of Napoleon Bonaparte, but can you wear them on your wrist... Hey, just one piece! "

The popularity of men's watches is late, and there are always fewer people like cyclists and racers who are desperate, and the watches seem to be not "gentleman" enough at the beginning-it is because of war to promote the popularity of watches!

The first time the world broke out, the senior military leaders of the participating countries quickly discovered that in modern combat, a timing tool that can be seen by raising your hand is not much more convenient than a pocket watch!

Then... the watch finally has its early days.

...

While Zhang Nan was still wondering when and whether to wear Hitler and Napoleon watches, Jenny opened the last two boxes.

"If you really want to keep a low profile, then these two pieces can be worn now, which is better than the popular version of yours."

The piece on the left hand is nearly square, white, and you can see that it is a platinum case and a brown leather strap.

"Designed in 1928, Patek Philippe’s only platinum single-button chronograph watch meets your simple aesthetics. It is also fully automatic and can be lazy."

After listening to Jenny’s words, Zhang Nan agrees most with this point: I hate those "super-complex watches with complex functions and five or six buttons~www.wuxiaspot.com~~ even if they can afford it, they don’t understand how to use them for a long time!"

Fully automatic is also very important, and Zhang Nan is often a lazy person too!

For the top brands, it is not easy to find a watch with the simplest function.

This white gold watch is simpler than your original Patek Philippe, but don't think it is cheap: it is expensive! Very expensive!

"If this watch is auctioned now, it will be at least $3 million or more."

Unremarkable!

Low-key luxury is the first choice of the top rich.

"What about that piece?"

Jenny directly handed it to her man, "This piece is cheaper, Breguet launched the 18K white gold retro style 3282 in 35 years, which will cost about 500,000 US dollars."

It's cheap: 500,000 cheaper!

I carefully looked at the back of the two watches. Fortunately, there is no special statement on the personal customization moment, otherwise I will have to struggle again.

At this moment, there was a knock on the door outside, and when it opened, it was a waiter on the ship.

"Mr. Allen, the captain informs you that the yacht will turn around in 5 minutes."

Nod and let the waiter leave.

"What else is in the study?"

"They are all premium watches, and some have engravings, but they are basically words that I don't know, so I put them away, and there are many pocket watches."

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