Have you ever wondered who the richest people are in the world?
Have you ever been curious about how much are richest people worth?
Have you ever asked yourself what watches rich people wear?
Probably, we all knew that Elon Musk and Bill Gates are two of richest people in the world. Then, you might have a question what kind of watches does Elon Musk wear, or what does Bill Gates' watch collection look like? Is the watch collection of the richest people as insane as the collection of Mark Wahlberg, John Mayer, DJ Khaled,Crown Prince of Johor, Prince Joaan of Qatar, and other celebs.
Worry no more! You have come to the right place. In this article, you will find all the answers.
Let's start by mentioning the top ten richest people as of today, 16 March 2023. The list is from Forbes 'Real-Time Billionaire List.' Please keep in mind that this is a real-time list, so it might change over time.
1. Bernard Arnault (France) - LVMH - Net worth: $205.8 B.
2. Elon Musk (United States) - Tesla, SpaceX - Net worth: $184.9 B.
3. Jeff Bezos (United States) - Amazon - net worth: $119.3 B.
4. Bill Gates (United States) - Microsoft - Net worth: $106.4 B.
5. Larry Ellison (United States) - Oracle - Net worth: $106.4 B.
6. Warren Buffet (United States) - Berkshire Hathaway - Net worth: $103 B.
7. Michael Bloomberg (United States) - Bloomberg LP - Net worth: $94.5 B.
8. Carlos Slim Helu (Mexico) - Telecom - Net worth: $91.3 B.
9. Steve Ballmer (United States) - Microsoft - Net worth: $85 B.
10. Larry Page (United States) - Google - Net worth: $83.5B
In this article, I managed to find watches that was seen on some of the richest people - Bernard Arnault, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Larry Ellison and Bill Gates.
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Bernard Arnault Watch - Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Tiffany 5740/1G
Watches of the World's Richest People: Bernard Arnault Watch - Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Tiffany 5740/1G
Proudly present the new world's richest person: Bernard Arnault. The 73-year-old French is co-founder, chairman and CEO of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, commonly called LVMH, the luxury goods conglomerate known for operating iconic brands like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany and Christian Dior.
The timepiece that we can see on his wrist really represents someone with a lot of money in the bag. It is a unique piece that probably was produced only for him. At first glance, you might think that it was the hype Patek Philippe Nautilus Tiffany 5711/1A-018. BUT if you have a closer look, this one is equipped with the complication perpetual calendar.
The normal Patek Philippe 'Tiffany' retails for $52,000. The first piece was auctioned in December 2021 for $6,500,000. The second auction or the second time to sell this piece in public has changed hands for approximately $3.22 Million at Christie's in Geneva.
Now, I wonder how much would Arnault's Patek 'Tiffany' cost if it was to sell on the market....
By the way, When I was writing this article, I heard the happy news that Pharrell Williams has joined the Louis Vuitton family as their new Men's Creative Director.
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Watches of the Richest People in the World: Elon Musk
Elon Musk Watch - Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M
In the picture, Musk wears Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M Omega Co-Axial 231.10.39.21.03.001. This is also the watch seen on Daniel Craig's wrist in the James Bond 'Skyfall' in 2012.
This timeless but sturdy timepiece pays homage to OMEGA's illustrious maritime heritage.
Elon Musk Watch - Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M
The OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M collection's striking and distinctive dial design is reminiscent of the wooden decks of opulent sailboats.
This particular model has a date window at the 3 o'clock position and a blue dial with the Teak Concept pattern. This special dial is shielded by a sapphire crystal that resists scratches. A 38.5 mm stainless steel case and stainless steel bracelet both support the bezel.
The OMEGA Co-axial caliber 8500, which is visible through the transparent caseback, powers this certified chronometer.
Elon Musk Watch - Richard Mille 029
In this picture, Musk, defeated by Arnault, wears a Richard Mille 029 Automatic with a skeleton dial on a black rubber strap.
No one has perfected cutting-edge technology and world-class design quite like Richard Mille. This is why the RM 029 design with an oversized date comes as no surprise to those who are fans of his genius.
Elon Musk Watch - Richard Mille 029
This modern timepiece has a curved 48 x 39 mm case made of titanium with screw slot steel parts. It has a stem with three places for hand winding, setting the time, and adjusting the date. It features a 55-hour power reserve.
The skeletonized dial has Arabic numerals and the date at the fourth hour. It is put through rigorous testing to ensure maximum strength. It boasts a 50m water resistance and a rubber bracelet with a titanium buckle.
Retail price: $125,000.
Elon Musk Watch - Rolex Datejust 16200
Elon Musk was photographed in front of a rocket in 2004 during the early days of SpaceX wearing a 36mm Rolex Datejust. Although a lot of people have speculated that this Datejust might be a Ref. 16200, this is just conjecture. One of the richest people in the world, displayed a lot of sophistication and simplicity when wearing a blue shirt, in contrast to the possessions he usually wears.
Elon Musk Watch - Rolex Datejust 36 ref. 16200
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Jeff Bezos
Jeff Bezos Watch - Ulysse Nardin Dual Time 3343-126-7/91
It would seem strange for Jeff Bezos, a guy with a net worth of US$181.4 billion, to choose a discontinued Ulysse Nardin Dual Time 3343-126-7/91.
The Dual Time, which retails for only US$8,000, has a polished stainless-steel case and a crisp silver metallic dial.
Jeff Bezos Watch - Ulysse Nardin Dual Time 3343-126-7/91
Additionally, it features the UN-334 movement, which was produced internally by Ulysse Nardin.It is a classic design that lasts a very long time. For this reason, a classic is a way to go even when money has no limits.
Jeff Bezos Watch - Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph 311.30.42.30.01.006
Here, he wears a $6,350 classic 42mm Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph in stainless steel. It features a black dial covered by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and graced by a small seconds sub-dial, 30-minute recorder and 12-hour recorder, and a central chronograph hand.
Jeff Bezos Watch - Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph 311.30.42.30.01.006
With its tachymetric scale, the black bezel is mounted on a 42 mm stainless steel case and presented on a matching bracelet.
Jeff Bezos Watch - Omega Speedmaster Professional 'Blue Origin'
Bezos took an Omega Speedmaster for a 10 minute journey to space, starting the era of space tourism. The watch manufacturer for this historic achievement, donated to the passengers a custom-made Speedmaster in stainless steel featuring their name, flight number and “Blue Origin” logo engraved on the case back.
Jeff Bezos Watch - Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph 311.30.42.30.01.006
Omega also created a special velcro strap featuring the Blue Origin logo, the aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company of Jeff Bezos.
Retail price is not available as it is not for sale.
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Larry Ellison - Richard Mille RM005
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Larry Ellison - Richard Mille RM005
Larry Ellison is the founder and CEO of Oracle as well as being the sixth wealthiest man in the world with a net worth of $111.1 Billion.
The Richard Mille RM005 is one of the high-end Swiss watches that the tech mogul favors and frequently wears.
Retail price: $57.000.
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Bill Gates Watch - Casio Duro Analog MDV106-1AV
Watches of the Richest People in the World: Bill Gates Watch - Casio Duro Analog MDV106-1AV
During his visit to Harvard, Bill Gates, one of the richest people on the entire planet was spotted wearing the ~$70 Casio Duro Analog MDV106-1AV in stainless steel with a quartz movement and a black dial.
It is mindblowing, considering that Gates became a billionaire who has a net worth of $120 billion dollars and, in principle, could afford any watch regardless of the price.
Well, he is probably not really a watch person, so he would invest his money in other stuff. Or he might have other luxury watches, but he just doesn't want to show them off. Who knows?
Some celebrities also have affordable Casio watches such as Kanye West and John Mayer.
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Greetings, enthusiasts! Delving into the opulent world of timepieces worn by the world's richest individuals is not just a fascination for me; it's an area where my expertise shines. Allow me to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the watches adorning the wrists of Bernard Arnault, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Larry Ellison, and Bill Gates.
Bernard Arnault's Watch: Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Tiffany 5740/1G Bernard Arnault, the co-founder, chairman, and CEO of LVMH, exhibits a Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Tiffany 5740/1G. This unique piece, potentially crafted exclusively for Arnault, boasts a perpetual calendar complication. While the standard Patek Philippe 'Tiffany' retails for $52,000, an auctioned piece reached an astonishing $6,500,000. Arnault's custom version would undoubtedly command an astronomical price.
Elon Musk's Watches: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M, Richard Mille 029, Rolex Datejust 16200 Elon Musk, the tech mogul with endeavors like Tesla and SpaceX, adorns his wrist with a variety of timepieces. Noteworthy among them is the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M, a homage to maritime heritage. Musk also sports a Richard Mille 029, a modern marvel priced at $125,000, and a classic Rolex Datejust 16200, exuding sophistication during the early days of SpaceX.
Jeff Bezos's Watches: Ulysse Nardin Dual Time 3343-126-7/91, Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph Jeff Bezos, with a net worth of $181.4 billion, chooses a Ulysse Nardin Dual Time 3343-126-7/91, a classic design retailing for $8,000. His collection also features an Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” Chronograph, a $6,350 classic known for its durability and classic design. Bezos even took an Omega Speedmaster to space during a historic 10-minute journey.
Larry Ellison's Watch: Richard Mille RM005 Larry Ellison, the Oracle founder and CEO, favors the Richard Mille RM005, a high-end Swiss watch retailing at $57,000. This timepiece reflects Ellison's penchant for luxury and quality, aligning with his status as the sixth wealthiest individual globally.
Bill Gates's Watch: Casio Duro Analog MDV106-1AV Surprisingly, Bill Gates, despite his immense wealth, opts for the affordable Casio Duro Analog MDV106-1AV, priced at around $70. Spotted wearing it during a visit to Harvard, Gates showcases a practical approach to timekeeping, emphasizing functionality over extravagance.
In unraveling the horological choices of these influential figures, we witness a fascinating blend of luxury, functionality, and individual taste. These watches not only adorn wrists but also serve as reflections of personal style and, in some cases, a testament to a pragmatic approach to wealth.
