Rolex: Investing In Wristwatches

Rolex: Investing in Wristwatches is a Must-Have Reference for Rolex Lovers and Collectors

Written by experts 'Svaldo Patrizzi and Mara Cappelletti, and introduced by Daryn F. Schnipper, Chairman of Sotheby’s International Watch Division, this comprehensive guide is an essential resource for all Rolex enthusiasts.

Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex covers 385 key models, offering detailed analysis of each, along with auction results and insights into the history of luxury wristwatch auctions. This book is perfect for collectors looking to make informed investments in the watch market.

This publication is the first in a series, with Investing in Wristwatches: Patek Philippe to follow.

Why do we collect? For some, it’s the passion for the artistry and mechanics of wristwatches—the intricacy of their design and the craftsmanship behind them. For others, collecting is a serious investment, with the value of a timepiece just as important as its aesthetics. Every collector, whether amateur or expert, needs a guide to models and market value.

Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex offers detailed insights into authenticating and pricing high-value wristwatches, making it invaluable to collectors at every level. This guide features the majority of key Rolex models, alongside their auction results. The timepieces included were carefully selected by Senior Horological Expert 'Svaldo Patrizzi for their technical excellence, auction records, design, and history.

Each watch is described with its image, reference, and sales values (rights included). A comparative analysis of auction results, developed through close collaboration with Sotheby’s, tracks price trends from the 1980s to today. Additionally, a system to calculate currency exchange rates at the time of auction sales will be included, making this work a vital reference for collectors.

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