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Schumacher F1 watch collection could top $4 million in auction
In the week leading up to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Christie’s Auction House will auction off a selection of watches from the personal collection of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher in Geneva. The star piece is a unique Platinum Vagabondage 1 watch commissioned by Jean Todt, featuring symbols representing Schumacher’s world titles and Ferrari connection, with an estimated value of $1.2 to $2.2 million. Another notable watch is a personalised Audemars Piguet from Todt to Schumacher for Christmas 2003, estimated at £170,000 to £280,000. A Rolex Daytona Paul Newman owned by Schumacher is also up for auction, with an estimated value of $230,000 to $440,000. Remi Guillemin from Christie’s expressed gratitude to the Schumacher family for entrusting these iconic timepieces to be shared with passionate collectors worldwide. Schumacher, a Formula 1 legend with seven world titles, retired in 2012 and remains a revered figure in F1 history.
