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Ready for the Top 5? While many of us may find satisfaction in a modest watch collection, certain enthusiasts elevate the practice of watch collecting to extraordinary heights, gathering dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of timepieces. Today we look at the peak of this passion - let's delve into the profiles of the remaining noteworthy watch collectors and explore their impressive assemblages.
Don’t miss out on the big names in our prior list: https://aw365.com/blog/post/the-worlds-most-prolific-watch-collectors.html
John Goldberger
Known for his extensive knowledge and authoring numerous books on watches, John Goldberger (real name Auro Montanari) is a prominent figure in the watch-collecting community. His collection features rare vintage Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Cartier timepieces, including a stainless steel Rolex chronograph ref. 4133 and a 1951 18k gold Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph.
Patrick Getreide
French businessman Patrick Getreide, the owner of the OAK (One of A Kind) collection, exhibited over a hundred stunning watches at the Design Museum in London. His collection, estimated at around 600 watches, includes a remarkable selection of Patek Philippe timepieces, sparked by his purchase of an Omega at the age of 10.
Sandro Fratini
Sandro Fratini's remarkable watch collection is the subject of a 688-page coffee table book titled 'My Time.' This Italian businessman owns over 2,000 fine watches from brands like Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, Rolex, Cartier, and Patek Philippe. His passion for watches began with a Longines watch he received for his first communion at the age of nine.
Jasem Al Zeraei
Known as "@patekaholic" on Instagram, Jasem Al Zeraei is a well-known collector of Patek Philippe watches, particularly those with Tiffany-stamped dials. His collection's exact size is a mystery, but his influence in the Patek Philippe market is undeniable, with a preference for the Aquanaut Chronograph ref. 5968.
Alfredo Paramico
An investment banker turned watch collector (pictured left), Alfredo Paramico's collection spans high-end brands like Rolex, Patek, Audemars Piguet, and Longines. He has a special affinity for Longines watches, with notable pieces from the 1950s and 1930s.
