F1 News: Insane Michael Schumacher Watch Collection Hits Auction For Staggering Sum

The Christie's auction in Geneva will feature Michael Schumacher's personal watch collection, potentially raising around $4 million.

June 19, 2005; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Rubens Barrichello (left) of Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro, / Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

A collection of luxurious watches owned by F1 legend Michael Schumacher is set to be auctioned off in Geneva. The event, organized by Christie’s Auction House, could fetch a total of around $4 million.

Key Takeaways:

• Christie's Auction House in Geneva is set to auction eight watches from Michael Schumacher's personal collection on May 13, coinciding with the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix week, with the total collection estimated to fetch around $4 million.
• The auction highlights include the Platinum Vagabondage 1, uniquely featuring Schumacher's F1 world titles and the Ferrari emblem, and the personalized Audemars Piguet, reflecting his racing achievements, alongside a classic Rolex Daytona Paul Newman.
• This event celebrates Schumacher's legacy as one of F1's most successful drivers, offering collectors a rare opportunity to own pieces of sporting history.

Eight exquisite timepieces from the personal collection of Formula One icon Michael Schumacher will be up for bids via Christie’s Auction House in Geneva on 13 May.

Among the highlights of the collection is the Platinum Vagabondage 1, a watch steeped in exclusivity and personal history. Custom-made for Schumacher by Jean Todt, his former Ferrari boss, the watch features intricate designs including symbols of Schumacher’s seven world titles, his iconic helmet, and the Ferrari Prancing Horse. This particular piece, which also carries a heartfelt engraved dedication from Todt dated Christmas 2004, is expected to draw bids between $1.2 million and $2.2 million.

Another significant piece from the collection is the personalized Audemars Piguet, also a gift from Todt, celebrating Schumacher's six world titles at the time. The estimated value of this timepiece ranges from £170,000 to £280,000.

“Christie’s expresses sincere thanks to the Schumacher family for their trust in us and their wish to share these masterpieces of horology with other passionate collectors around the globe," said Rémi Guillemin, Head of Watches for Europe and US at Christie's, as quoted by Motorsport.

“We are proud to present these iconic and unique timepieces belonging to one of the most celebrated Formula 1 legends. An exceptional moment, for watch and F1 enthusiasts alike. We are looking forward to meeting with passionate collectors during our international exhibitions and the auction on 13 May in Geneva.”