7 of the Most Expensive Watches on the Market

Watches With Class

It's fun to take a look at some pictures of the most expensive watches available, whether you are in the market to purchase one, or simply want to see what the upper class is wearing these days.

There are any number of styles from which to choose -- watches for men, watches for ladies and even a few unique watches you might not have seen or heard of before.

Use this slideshow as a starting point for gift giving ideas or as your very own personalized watch wish list.

Franck Muller

The Franck Muller Cintree Curvex Vegas 18 karat white gold and diamond watch for men retails for an incredible $54,500.00. Needless to say, this isn't a watch with a price tag for the faint of heart.

However, if you are in the market for a highly efficient and ultra-gorgeous time keeping device, this Franck Muller consistently gets five stars.

Concord Men's Saratoga

With a list price of $4990.00, this watch is affordable for many people, but still rather expensive. A watch of this caliber is the perfect gift for your bridegroom.

This Swiss watch falls into the sports luxury watch category.

IWC Schaffhausen

This watch is 18 karat gold and is known as a vintage strap watch. At just over $1000.00, this is the perfect gift for that special man in your life.

This particular watch is actually an antique, so it's great for the old-fashioned guy.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

This amazing Tourbillon watch sells for a massive $117,900.00!

Made of rose gold, it is water resistant to 1000 feet.

Concord Saratoga Sl

This gorgeous blue and silver watch looks elegant on any woman's wrist. Price varies based upon availability. Made of 18 karat white gold.

Blancpain Women's Leman Tourbill

Another high end watch, priced at $130,600.00. This model offers a perpetual calendar and water resistance to 300 feet. A piece is cut out, so you can watch the inner workings of the Swiss gear.

Ebel Beluga Round

This women's watch has a delicate look with gold studded with diamonds.

Expensive Watches Through Ages

Most expensive watches become timeless collector's pieces. This slideshow offers just a few ideas for some of the popular pieces and brands available, but antique dealers and unique designers can offer many more options.

Good Gift Ideas

Expensive watches can be perfect for any gift giving occasion. Need more ideas? A slideshow of women's watch gift ideas may be just the ticket!