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The twelve unique timepieces bearing the album artwork of Depeche Mode’s legendary studio albums were all sold in an online auction which ended last night. All proceeds from the sale will be presented to the Teenage Cancer Trust in Dusseldorf during the penultimate concert of Depeche Mode’s “Sounds of The Universe Tour” on 26 February. Patrizzi & Co and Internet auction host services Liveauctioneers.com donated both their time and energy in providing a secure state of the art, online bidding system coupled with an unparalleled global auction service and expertise.
In support of the Teenage Cancer Trust, Depeche Mode and Hublot joined forces to produce the twelve exclusive boxed sets. Inside each presentation box was a treasure trove of exclusive Depeche Mode materials personally chosen by the band. Each watch presentation case contained:
- A deluxe vinyl version of the album the watch related to
- A USB Key containing a digital edition of the album and documentary about the making of the album
- An original album artwork print and a framed gold CD.
- In addition each box contained a photograph signed by all members of the group who contributed to the album including Vince Clarke and Alan Wilder.
Prices:
Big Bang Speak & Spell
Sold for: CHF 20,000
Big Bang A Broken Frame
Sold for: CHF 27,000
Big Bang Construction Time Again
Sold for: CHF 19,000
Big Bang Some Great Reward
Sold for: CHF 18,500
Big Bang Black Celebration
Sold for: CHF 26,000
Big Bang Music for the Masses
Sold for: CHF 23,000
Big Bang Violator
Sold for: CHF 36,000
Big Bang Songs of Faith and Devotion
Sold for: CHF 30,000
Big Bang Ultra
Sold for: CHF 35,000
Big Bang Exciter
Sold for: CHF 29,000
Big Bang Playing the Angel
Sold for: CHF 25,000
Big Bang Sounds of the Universe
Sold for: CHF 29,000
For more information about the Teenage Cancer Trust, visit their official website www.teenagecancertrust.org
Source: Patrizzi & Co. Auctioneers |
