Wrist Watches
Many wristwatches are sold in our silver and jewellery auctions each month and are
of particular interest to collectors. Wristwatches are the most common type of watch
used today and became popular in the 1920s.
Rolex. A Gentleman's 9ct Gold Cased 'Prince Classic' Wristwatch (FS17/269), which
realised £3,800 at auction.
At auction today, you can purchase a wristwatch with the following movements: automatic,
quartz, mechanical and electronic, with either analog
or digital display. Analog being the most traditional.
Rolex and Omega wristwatches are particularly collectable and
are almost always featured at auction. When in good, working condition, these watches
are even more sought after. Breitling, Cartier and Patek Philippe
are also collectable.
A Lady's Platinum and Diamond Mounted Cocktail Wristwatch (FS17/270) fetched £720
in the watches section of the January 2013 Fine Sale.
As well as the make of a wristwatch, the value can be determined by the movement,
import marks, precious metal and/or diamond weight. A lady's cocktail wristwatch
is often set with diamonds and, when in good quality, can sell exceptionally at
auction.
There are a wide range of lady's and men's wristwatch 'styles' to choose from at
auction, appealing to all buyers.
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