Rolex Lapis Day-Date in White Gold - The Quiet Power of Rarity
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Rolex Lapis Day-Date in White Gold - The Quiet Power of Rarity

Take a moment to read that again — Lapis Day-Date in white gold. It’s the kind of phrase that makes any collector stop and think. You’ve seen lapis dials before, usually in yellow gold, but almost ...
Sculptural Rarity: The 1947 Rolex “Skater” Ref. 4731
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Sculptural Rarity: The 1947 Rolex “Skater” Ref. 4731

Some watches feel like sculptures you strap to your wrist. This 1947 Rolex “Skater” Ref. 4731 is exactly that — a rare expression of form, geometry, and art wrapped in 18K gold. What makes it so sp...
Guilloché Beauty: 1970 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1005
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Guilloché Beauty: 1970 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1005

Every so often, a watch appears that makes us question if we’re really seeing it. Its beauty isn’t loud — it’s in the details, where the real magic lies. This 1970 Rolex Oyster Perpetual with a gui...
Diamond Set Watches: Six Gems From Our Catalog
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Diamond Set Watches: Six Gems From Our Catalog

Some say that watches are first and foremost tools; others argue that they are also jewels in full respect. The debate is still open, and a final answer might never come: there are too many factors...
Beyond Watches: Unexpected Accessories from Famous Brands
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Beyond Watches: Unexpected Accessories from Famous Brands

There once was a time when brands and companies took advertising and gadgets very seriously. Restaurants offered you custom matches to light up a smoke, Airlines had personalised luggage and bags, ...
A Spotlight on Desk Clocks
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A Spotlight on Desk Clocks

Collecting is a thrilling adventure. What usually starts as a casual interest, maybe sparked by an intriguing object shown by a friend or discovered by chance, often unwinds in a long journey fuele...
The Rolex King Midas: A Myth Made of Gold
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The Rolex King Midas: A Myth Made of Gold

In the world of vintage watches, few timepieces command the same reverence and intrigue as the Rolex King Midas. Born from Rolex and the mind of the visionary watch designer Gerald Genta, the King ...
Beyond the Tag: Five Iconic Watches Under $10,000
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Beyond the Tag: Five Iconic Watches Under $10,000

Hey there, fellow watch enthusiast! You’ve done your research, read all the articles you could find and now you’re ready to begin the hunt to get your watch collection started. Starting a watch col...
Rolex Quartz Reference 5100 aka "Texano" -  A Casual Journey Through Rolex's Quartz Revolution
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Rolex Quartz Reference 5100 aka "Texano" - A Casual Journey Through Rolex's Quartz Revolution

In a world where the word "quartz" often attracts a few crooked looks, envision a moment in history when this term was the most coveted one could only dream about. Let's dive into the intriguing st...