Jay-Z is not only famous for his musical talent but also for his immense wealth. This information about his wealth has actually gained notoriety for three years now. In 2019, he was recognized by Forbes as a “billionaire,” surpassing many competitors like Dr. Dre, Diddy, and Kanye West. To become a billionaire, besides the industries he owns, Jay-Z’s aesthetic taste is undoubtedly an important asset that helps him build a unique personal brand. When it comes to his impressive aesthetic taste, one cannot overlook his renowned watch collection. Today, ZTYLEZ MAN will introduce five stunning pieces from Jay-Z’s watch collection.
1. Jacob & Co.: Five Time Zone
The first watch in the Jay-Z watch collection is the Jacob & Co. Five Time Zone. In the 1980s, after Jay-Z returned to New York to start his career following a time in London, he experienced a significant loss when his close friend, The Notorious BIG, was murdered. This became the motivation for him to create the classic album “In My Lifetime Vol. 1.” Jacob Arabo, the founder of Jacob & Co., became an integral part of Jay-Z’s musical journey, providing him with unique timepieces, including the Five Time Zone.
2. Audemars Piguet: 10th Anniversary Edition
Jay-Z was the first artist to collaborate with Audemars Piguet (abbreviated as AP). To commemorate his 10-year career, Jay-Z and AP designed an iconic limited edition Royal-Oak Offshore watch together. This watch took two years to produce and was released in only 100 pieces, including 50 made of steel and 20 made of platinum. Each piece features Jay-Z’s signature on the back and comes with an iPod Classic containing his albums.
3. Patek Philippe: Grandmaster Chime 6300G
The Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300G that Jay-Z owns is valued at $2,250,000. This is the most complicated watch ever made by Patek Philippe, featuring 20 different functions. Jay-Z has been seen wearing this watch in the music video “Sorry Not Sorry” by DJ Khaled and at Diddy’s 50th birthday party.
4. Richard Mille: The Blueprint
Richard Mille is a brand that is essential to Jay-Z’s watch collection. The RM 056, made entirely of emeralds, is one of the most unique tourbillon watches in the world, specially designed for him. Jay-Z had to wait many years to acquire this watch, with a total production time of about 3,000 hours.
5. Richard Mille: RM 56-01
The second watch Richard Mille created for Jay-Z is the RM 56-01, a tourbillon wristwatch made of blue emerald, valued at $3,000,000. The RM 56-01 stands out with its shock resistance and exquisite design, making it one of the most expensive watches in the Jay-Z watch collection.
Jay-Z’s watch collection not only represents wealth but also reflects his unique aesthetic taste, serving as a testament to what an artist can achieve in the luxurious world of high-end timepieces.
