Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This May, two watches and one necklace from the personal collection of Quincy Jones highlight the Rare Watches sale in Geneva.
Leading the trio is a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 3700/1JA, one of the most iconic designs of the 20th century. Made in 1981 and worn by Quincy Jones for over four decades, it coincides with a defining moment in his career, on the cusp of producing ’Thriller’.
Alongside it, a Girard-Perregaux World Time Control Shadow, presented to Jones by Andrea Bocelli in recognition of his international charitable work, and a gold and diamond pendant gifted by Bono to mark his 80th birthday.
Each piece marks a moment in music, in generosity and in a life of lasting cultural influence.
📅 Rare Watches, Live auction, 11-12 May
📍Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, Geneva
This May, two watches and one necklace from the personal collection of Quincy Jones highlight the Rare Watches sale in Geneva.
Leading the trio is a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 3700/1JA, one of the most iconic designs of the 20th century. Made in 1981 and worn by Quincy Jones for over four decades, it coincides with a defining moment in his career, on the cusp of producing ’Thriller’.
Alongside it, a Girard-Perregaux World Time Control Shadow, presented to Jones by Andrea Bocelli in recognition of his international charitable work, and a gold and diamond pendant gifted by Bono to mark his 80th birthday.
Each piece marks a moment in music, in generosity and in a life of lasting cultural influence.
📅 Rare Watches, Live auction, 11-12 May
📍Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, Geneva
