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Rare diamond rings sparkle in Heritage's $4.2m fine jewellery sale
The event starred an emerald-cut piece, which doubled expectations to for an impressive $388,375
Posted: 31 December 2010
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Collecting tips for success - 'Here are some top collecting tips for the New Year'
2010's markets were filled with passion, pleasure and profit - and here's how you can benefit in 2011
Posted: 29 December 2010
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Tiffany's ground-breaking silver and jewellery sells in New York
Christie's Americana Week 2011 in January continues with a $12m sale of rare Tiffany treasures
Posted: 26 December 2010
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Happy Christmas from all of us here at Paul Fraser Collectibles!
After a very successful 2010, here's looking forward to more passion, pleasure and profit in 2011
Posted: 25 December 2010
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'Collectibles christmas: Christie's, Sotheby's and others make this the best Xmas ever'
The most successful watch sale ever and the 'best wine sale in 40 years' have drawn a close to 2010
Posted: 22 December 2010
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Posted: 22 December 2010
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Christie's watch auctions clock up $91m 'highest ever' sales total in 2010
The auction house can now claim to lead the fine watch markets in Europe, Asia and the Americas
Posted: 21 December 2010
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'Would you like a fine Rolex watch to go with your $224,000 Aston Martin?'
This classic 1964 DB5 sold alongside a number of collectible wristwatches at H&H's Buxton sale
Posted: 20 December 2010
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'Super rich' investors agree diamonds really are a collector's best friend
2010 saw diamond prices boom and World Records get smashed - but what will 2011 have in store?
Posted: 19 December 2010
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Rolex, Patek Philippe and TAG Heuer star in sale of two great collections
The London auction saw fine timepieces owned by Arno Haslinger and George Fisher up for sale
Posted: 16 December 2010
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A timeless timepiece: Audemars Piguet's Concept Watch brings $116,000
Combining a classic style with modern trappings, the rare wristwatch led Sotheby's sale
Posted: 15 December 2010
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Rare diamond rings steal the show in Skinner's $3.1m jewellery auction
Collectors from around the world turned their attention to Boston last week for the sale
Posted: 15 December 2010
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Cartier shines as artful jewels and iconic gems bring $4.2m in London sale
Collectors and investors from across the globe flocked to the latest Bonhams jewellery sale
Posted: 13 December 2010
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Alfred Sisley landscape painting achieves $1.77m ahead of Breguet's personal clock
Bords du Loing à Saint-Mammès was the overall star of Koller's winter auction season
Posted: 10 December 2010
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Bonhams' 'biggest ever watch sale' features the George Fisher Watch Collection
The stunning selection will form part of the sale, alongside another notable single-owner collection
Posted: 8 December 2010
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In the pink: Christie's follows its World Record pink diamond sale with another
Although not quite in the league of the Perfect Pink, this $6.9m diamond ring was still startling...
Posted: 8 December 2010
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The fine timepiece collections of TAG Heuer's greatest fan, Arno Haslinger
A ten year obsession has led to Haslinger owning the best selection of the brand's watches anywhere
Posted: 8 December 2010
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Rare $40,000 Fabergé clock set to light up Artcurial's Paris auction block
The clock is part of the sale of fine watches and jewellery that includes many spectacular items
Posted: 7 December 2010
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Gold and enamel ring by artist Anish Kapoor leads Bonhams' jewellery sale
The Turner Prize winner's Cobalt Water Ring creates an illusion of holding a pool of water
Posted: 6 December 2010
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Patek Philippe and Rolex watches star in John Moran's 'largest' art deco sale
Diamonds were the top price earners at the Pasadena, California auction held on November 30
Posted: 6 December 2010
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Antiqorum sells a Rolex watch for pioneer of the seas Lieutenant Don Walsh
The NY auction will feature a fine timepiece of the Officer-in-Charge of the Navy's Bathyscaph Trieste
Posted: 5 December 2010
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The Portland Collection raises a regal $13.4m at Christie's Jewellery auction
The stunning collection was the highlight of Christie's December sale
Posted: 4 December 2010
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China is world's 'third auction hub' after $409m Hong Kong sale
Christie's massive Chinese sale surpassed its rival Sotheby's, and has helped boost China's status
Posted: 3 December 2010
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Patek Philippe and Greubel Forsey reign supreme in $13m Hong Kong auction
The two master watchmakers dominated the event's top sales, with yet more success for Asia's markets
Posted: 3 December 2010
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Patek Philippe's 'first fully automatic chronograph watch' could bring $60,000
This innovative Ref 5960 is returning home to Geneva... With a significantly larger price attached
Posted: 1 December 2010
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PFC TV: the new online channel collectors have been waiting for
From the $30m Bugatti Type 57 car to Henry VIII... Learn all about them here on our new video channel
Posted: 1 December 2010
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Wallis Simpson’s $12.5m jewellery is ‘the most expensive ever auctioned’
Jewels from Simpson and King Edward VIII’s love affair have broken sales records in London
Posted: 1 December 2010
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'One of the most sought-after Rolexes around': the 'Paul Newman' Cosmograph
Heritage's upcoming timepiece sale in New York boasts a watch made famous by Hollywood
Posted: 30 November 2010
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$93,500 Dianoor diamond ring shines at Watches, Jewellery and Silver sale
Dreweatts' auction will also present a range of fine collectible watches - and an antique silver spoon...
Posted: 29 November 2010
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Watchmaking's 'holy grail': the extremely rare Patek Philippe Ref 5250
One of only 100 examples of this 'game changing' timepiece ever made, it could sell for $140,000
Posted: 28 November 2010
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Auction offers Rolex and Patek Philippe watches as timely investments
Omega's sale next month will give collectors the chance to pick up two rare and valuable timepieces
Posted: 25 November 2010
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Harry Winston and Cartier star with Skinner's 'largest-ever diamonds selection'
Jewellery worn by the likes of Joan Crawford can now be yours, at Skinner's upcoming Boston auction
Posted: 24 November 2010
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'Heirlooms, gathered over generations' including rare US coins go up for sale
The Connecticut auction is selling a treasure trove of collectibles from a family estate
Posted: 24 November 2010
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$220,000 diamond ring will be offered to suitors at Philadelphia auction
Freeman's 'Fine Jewelry and Watch' sale will see some exquisite items go up for auction
Posted: 23 November 2010
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$240,000 ruby and diamond set leads Bloomsbury's Jewellery sale in Rome
The Parure necklace and earring set will be accompanied by a coffee-pot commissioned for Royalty
Posted: 23 November 2010
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Revealing Vacheron Constantin's rare $400,000 'Quarter Millennium' wristwatch
This 'extremely rare and important' Saint Gervais No 55 is a star lot at Antiquorum, next month
Posted: 23 November 2010
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$120,000 ring proves diamonds really are forever at DuMouchelle
The ring is just one of many fine pieces of jewellery featured in this US and online auction, next month
Posted: 22 November 2010
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'Heaviest platinum watch in the world': revealing the $266,732 Blue Sensation
True to form, Grieb & Benzinger have produced yet another truely unique and must-see timepiece...
Posted: 21 November 2010
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'Luxurious' Ottoman Empire nobleman's sword brings $58,500 in San Francisco
With gold, diamonds and rubies, when it came to weapons the Ottomans didn't do things by halves...
Posted: 20 November 2010
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$238,000 Cartier necklace is set to sparkle at Bonhams' jewellery sale
The 1936 art-deco necklace will be one of the stand-out pieces at next month's London auction
Posted: 19 November 2010
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Three-year-old boy unearths gold pendant 'which held pieces of Jesus's crown'
A young boy with a metal detector has had the surprise of his life - and it could be worth a fortune...
Posted: 19 November 2010
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$1m rose gold Patek Philippe timepiece concludes Antiquorum's autumn season
The great range of antique and modern watches also included one worn on Mount Everest
Posted: 18 November 2010
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Hollywood magic blesses $256,000 'Paul Newman' watch in Geneva sale
Alongside the world's new most valuable diamond, Sotheby's also auctioned the world's best Rolexes
Posted: 18 November 2010
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Another World Record in Geneva: the $45.75m 'fancy intense' pink' diamond
This exceptionally rare stone became the most valuable stone ever auctioned in Switzerland
Posted: 17 November 2010
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The extraordinary jewellery collection of Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor
Besides causing a crisis in the British monarchy, the socialite assembled a world-class selection
Posted: 17 November 2010
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To mark William and Kate's engagement: our Top Six Royal collectibles
From secret love letters to stunning ball gowns, Royal romance has always fascinated collectors...
Posted: 17 November 2010
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Watch your step... Sir Edmund Hilary's wristwatch sale is blocked
A set of highly collectible wristwatches belonging to the conqueror of Everest are hanging in limbo
Posted: 17 November 2010
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Paul Fraser Reuters interview: 'Wealthy investors want an alternative to stocks'
This report on Paul Fraser Collectibles by Reuters examines why the future is very bright for collectors
Posted: 16 November 2010
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$550,000 for fraudster Madoff's diamond ring, while his slippers walk to $6,000
Fascination with the convicted stockbroker Bernie Madoff shows no sign of abating, judging by this sale
Posted: 15 November 2010
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In 1868, this $500,000 clock kept Standard Time in New England...
And now collectors will have an opportunity to own it at Skinner's clocks auction, this month in the US
Posted: 12 November 2010
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Bonhams calls for 'rare and stylish' lots for its next Art of Jewels auction
The London sale, to be held next month, is likely to hold some weird and wonderful surprises...
Posted: 11 November 2010
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Fit for a princess? Florida auction offers a 'stunning' $65,000 diamond ring
Rare jewellery and coins will auction to collectors and alternative investors at this US sale on Saturday
Posted: 9 November 2010
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Better than any butterfly... The $465,000 caterpillar at Sotheby's fine watches sale
The jewel-encrusted automaton can't tell the time, but it could perhaps very slowly escape a burglar...
Posted: 8 November 2010
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A festival of fine timepieces: Salon QP returns with the best in luxury watches
Jaeger-LeCoultre, A Lange & Söhne and TAG Heuer are amongst the brands descending on London
Posted: 5 November 2010
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Auction market values are up and ‘buyers want tangible assets’ says RICS
Collectible assets are on the rise says new research by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
Posted: 4 November 2010
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$110,500 IWC Grande Complication watch leads Christie's $12.8m Dubai sale
The exceptionally rare watch triumphed over offerings from Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet
Posted: 3 November 2010
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The Story of... How Christie's conquered the markets in Dubai
Here's how the global auctioneer challenged preconceptions and pioneered collecting in the UEA...
Posted: 3 November 2010
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Watch case 'influenced by art' appears at Antiquorum's Geneva auction
This 18th century Swiss pocket watch made for the Oriental markets is a unique highlight at the sale
Posted: 1 November 2010
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This rare Melo pearl was a star lot as Christie's continues its Arab region success
Sold for $722,500, the 224 carats treasure sold for four times its estimate to a Chinese private buyer
Posted: 29 October 2010
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Paris sale offers €25,000 'important' 1960s diamond and emerald necklace
Round diamonds and white gold are the order of the day at Pierre Bergé & Associés upcoming auction
Posted: 28 October 2010
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Jewellery collectors spark an 'international bidding frenzy' in New York
Treasures by the British Royal jeweller Andrew Grima starred at the sale, with a special gift for Elizabeth II
Posted: 24 October 2010
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Not feeling the blues... The BVLGARI Blue diamond sets a World Record price
Christie's New York Jewels auction exceeded $52m, including fine Harry Winston pieces
Posted: 21 October 2010
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The Story of... Hollywood's favourite King of Diamonds
For jewellery impresario Harry Winston, collecting and entrepreneurship always went hand-in-hand...
Posted: 20 October 2010
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The star wears Piaget: A watch engraved with Anne Hathaway's autograph sells today
The actress's fine timepiece is auctioning for charity, as is a wristwatch offered by Ralph Lauren
Posted: 19 October 2010
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Boasting 174 diamonds, here’s Piaget's ‘World Record thin' wristwatch
Limited to 235 copies with a 2.35mm movement, the new Altiplano has to be seen to be believed...
Posted: 18 October 2010
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Patek Philippe smashes estimate at ‘highest-ever total’ Hong Kong watches sale
Dated to 2009, this Ref 5971P watch showed that new timepieces can also bring value at auction
Posted: 14 October 2010
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'The stars' jeweller,' Fred Leighton, leads India's largest-ever watches auction
Collectors can join his list of clients, including Meryl Streep, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Sarah Jessica Parker
Posted: 12 October 2010
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Harry Winston's $2m diamond ring leads dazzling New York jewellery sale
Christie's auction will offer pieces by Winston, aka 'the King of Diamonds', and Joel Rosenthal
Posted: 11 October 2010
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The Tiger of Mysore pounces on £434,400 at Indian & Islamic art auction
A gem-studded gold tiger from the throne of India's tenacious leader Tipu Sultan sold at Bonhams
Posted: 10 October 2010
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Sotheby's prepares to auction a $38m 'fancy intense pink' diamond
Last sold in New York 60 years ago, the stone is being expo'd in Hong Kong and sells next month
Posted: 6 October 2010
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The Top Five... Fine timepiece complications
From sidereal time to mechanical memory, we look at some of the wonders of horology
Posted: 6 October 2010
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You can take to the skies with this investible Rolex GMT Master II wristwatch
Here's what happened when the best minds of watchmaking and aviation teamed up in the 1950s...
Posted: 4 October 2010
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Iowa auction set to prove there's no better time to buy an antique watch or clock
Swiss, Waltham and Seth Thomas timepieces could be the star lots at tomorrow's sale
Posted: 30 September 2010
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The Tiger of Mysore's gem-studded gold cat goes under the hammer
'I would rather live one day as a tiger than a lifetime as a sheep,' he said - and this is a fabulous reminder
Posted: 30 September 2010
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The famous and infamous jewellery collections of Henry Philip Hope
In the 19th century, a Dutch banker's jewellery collection included two world-famous gems
Posted: 29 September 2010
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A sea change in watchmaking - Grieb & Benzinger release The Blue Wave
The specialist timepiece designers have created another unique gold wristwatch
Posted: 28 September 2010
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Cartier and other great designers come to Christie's jewellery auction
A variety of gems from a diamond ring to necklace set with yellow sapphires go under the hammer
Posted: 27 September 2010
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£322,000 art deco diamond ring outshines expectations in London jewellery sale
The flawless, magnificent Assher-cut jewel sold alongside a catalogue of the Hope diamond auction
Posted: 23 September 2010
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Opulent opals are set to shine in Bonhams' first dedicated sale
The auctioneer has previously sold a $120,000 opal known as the Flame Queen
Posted: 22 September 2010
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The Top Five... Controversial World Leaders' collectibles
From British Royalty to Communist dictators, collectibles can shed light on dubious rulers
Posted: 22 September 2010
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Patek Philippe and Rolexes for him & her are the timepieces to watch at Cleveland auction
Aspire Auctions' online sale of Fine Art and Antiques features a collection of classic watches
Posted: 21 September 2010
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18 Carat jewellery and timepieces from Rolex & LeCoultre to feature at Canadian auction
Waddington's Jewellery and Watch Auction is offering a range of collectible highlights this week
Posted: 20 September 2010
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Audemars Piguet & Vacheron Constantin amongst the top lots at $3.4million US watch auction
88% of lots sold at Antiquorum's auction of Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Posted: 18 September 2010
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How do you furnish a £199m flat with collectibles?
With news that the Candy brothers have sold a £199m flat, we imagine how to furnish it
Posted: 17 September 2010
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Confiscated Anne Hathaway jewellery to sell later this month
Gold and silver pieces given to the Bride Wars star by her jailed ex are going under the hammer
Posted: 16 September 2010
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Crescent City's estate sale to offer collectors a valuable mix of jewellery
This weekend's New Orleans auction of diamonds & emeralds could see dazzling sale prices
Posted: 14 September 2010
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Time to support a good cause - buy a fine Maurice Lacroix watch
A high quality timepiece is on offer to raise money for a cancer charity
Posted: 13 September 2010
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One of the world's rarest watches. The latest Grieb & Benzinger masterpiece
As the classic watch market booms this one-of-a-kind Russian Imperator is now available to one lucky collector
Posted: 10 September 2010
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Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates fine watch design in Venice
The great timepiece designer has presented four new timepieces in the City of the Doges
Posted: 9 September 2010
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Carved Buddhist sculpture leads art and antique timepieces auction
This Avalokiteshvara bodhisattva, and a 19th century French solar system timepiece, will sell on Sunday
Posted: 6 September 2010
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£200,000 art deco diamond ring will dazzle bidders at Bonhams
This six carat pure white gem will lead the way in an exceptional London jewellery auction
Posted: 5 September 2010
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Spider-pen... Spider-pen... writes whatever a Spider-pen does
A rare Black Widow Skeleton pen has sold for $20,700 ahead of a meteorite-based rollerball
Posted: 4 September 2010
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Bonhams reveals the curse of 'the world's most famous blue diamond'
A great collector's catalogue of precious stones - including the cursed Hope Diamond - is for sale
Posted: 3 September 2010
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How to... identify antique jewellery
What to look for to divide historic antique brooches and necklaces from more recent pieces
Posted: 1 September 2010
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Indianapolis F1 wristwatch takes pole position at Antiquorum's auction
One of just three in existence, the Audemars Piguet designed piece will turn heads in New York
Posted: 1 September 2010
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Antiquorum to sell collectible watches and jewellery for charity
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society will be the beneficiaries of this New York sale in October
Posted: 30 August 2010
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McTear's sells magnificent finds to jewellery and medals collectors
World War Two medals shone at auction alongside a number of diamond studded highlights
Posted: 29 August 2010
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Canadian banknotes exchangeable for up to $8,000 in Ontario
Waddington's watches, jewellery and numismatic sale offers some great finds for treasure hunters
Posted: 26 August 2010
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Stunning €1.5 million gold and diamond pendant glistens in Paris
Diamond prices are rising in 2010, and this sumptuous and brilliant pendant is no exception...
Posted: 24 August 2010
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Fine white diamond pendant could mesmerise collectors at McTear's
The Glasgow auction house has an attractive range of collectible jewellery on offer this week
Posted: 22 August 2010
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Three star lots set to shine brightest in a galaxy of unique pieces on sale this week
At the half way point in the two day auction of collectibles, the best is yet to come...
Posted: 19 August 2010
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US Auction of Fine Pens offers collectibles that are out of this world
Thursday's US sale will be offering luxury pens, including a special homage to Apollo 11
Posted: 19 August 2010
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Fellows & Sons' jewellery sale proves diamonds are a collector's best friend
We look at why two diamond rings and one very special brooch will shine at next month's auction...
Posted: 18 August 2010
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Dreweatts auctions £20,000 innovative William III alarm clock
Dated to London in the late 17th century, this rare and unusual clock appears for sale, next month
Posted: 17 August 2010
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Fit for a King... Elvis's $32,500 diamond ring sparkles at Heritage
The 'ultimate' Elvis Presley sale also included a jar filled with his hair, sold for a quifftastic $16,680
Posted: 16 August 2010
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Jackie O's $30,000 pearl necklace sparkles at Bonhams' auction
The historic piece sold with photos of it adorning America's first lady, alongside two Jaguar cars
Posted: 16 August 2010
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Christie's hosts sequel to its legendary $20m JAR jewellery auction
Iconic JAR (Joel Rosenthal) earrings worn by actress Jane Barkin will be among the highlights in NY
Posted: 14 August 2010
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The Classic Car Collections of Tammy Allen
In recent times, the former chairman of VECO has been making waves in vintage cars
Posted: 12 August 2010
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Why Friday 13 could prove very lucky for watches and jewellery collectors
Weller's sale of vintage and collectibles jewels is certainly worth investing your time and money in....
Posted: 12 August 2010
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A watch that shows spacetime: the True Moon Meteorite
With an exceptional Moon phase system, this wristwatch includes a piece of genuine meteorite
Posted: 10 August 2010
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Move over Usain Bolt... Here are our Top Five fastest collectibles
To mark US runner Tyson Gay's defeat of Bolt in Stockholm, here are five of the speediest collectibles
Posted: 9 August 2010
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Could Naomi Campbell help tackle Blood Diamonds in the jewellery markets?
By appearing in court, the model has drawn the most publicity to the global issue since Hollywood in 2006
Posted: 6 August 2010
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Introducing... the perfect investment antidote to the global Pensions crisis
We examine why investing in rare collectibles could secure you an early retirement...
Posted: 6 August 2010
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Sylvester Stallone memorabilia investments are anything but 'Expendable'
As Italian Stallion faces a pricey lawsuit, maybe he should consider investing in his own memorabilia
Posted: 6 August 2010
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The Classic Car collections of Peter F Baumberger
A jovial and successful businessman who knew Elvis and Walter Cronkite had a special passion for Ferraris
Posted: 4 August 2010
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Historic diamond necklace and €150,000 earrings auction in Cannes
Tonight's sale by the French auction house, Kohn, has a wealth of antique and modern jewels
Posted: 3 August 2010
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Tasteful Cartier gold and diamond wristwatch sells in Australian auction
The fine timepiece impressed alongside a fascinating pendant depicting King Rama V
Posted: 30 July 2010
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India's thriving rich are set to invade the collectibles markets
The number of India's millionaires is up 51% in 12 months - and they're investing in art, stamps and even ancient swords
Posted: 29 July 2010
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The Top Five... Collectible timepiece sales of 2010, so far
Here's an exclusive list featuring Cartier, Piguet, Sonnerie, Patek Phillipe and... The Qing Dynasty
Posted: 28 July 2010
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Limited edition €28,000 Marc Newson watch could be a bargain in Paris
Just 99 examples of this timepiece were ever made, and it's among the highlights at Artcurial
Posted: 27 July 2010
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Luxury collectibles markets are continuing to boom in 2010
A new RICS survey has reported a rise in prices during the second quarter of the year
Posted: 25 July 2010
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Jewels from the 'most famous love story of the 20th century' auction at Sotheby's
Twenty pieces from the love affair of Wallis Simpson and King Edward VIII are for sale after 23 years
Posted: 23 July 2010
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Paul Fraser Collectibles unveils its 'awesome' new iPhone app for collectors
Now you can have the world's best collecting opportunities at your fingertips, like never before
Posted: 22 July 2010
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Why John Dillinger is a 'most wanted' investment in the collectibles markets
Collectibles have turned the criminal, once portrayed by Johnny Depp, into a lucrative asset
Posted: 22 July 2010
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Timeless Patek Philippe and other watches prove priceless at Sotheby's
Exceptional timepieces by Piaget and George Daniels also starred in the London auction, last week
Posted: 21 July 2010
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Our expert Reyne Haines prepares her 20th Century Design auction
A November auction of art, furniture and jewellery at Michaan's is in Reyne's safe hands
Posted: 20 July 2010
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Limited-edition Omega wristwatch celebrates first US-Soviet space mission
Thirty-five years ago this week (July 17, 1975), Apollo and Soyuz docked in the vacuums of space
Posted: 19 July 2010
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Brilliant €1.5m diamond pendant to sparkle at Paris auction, later this month
Diamond values are on the up, say analysts - and hopefully this dazzling stone will continue the trend
Posted: 16 July 2010
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Roaring success for vintage clocks at Bonhams' auction
The auctioneer's Fine Clocks and Barometers sale was headed up by a brass automata lion clock
Posted: 15 July 2010
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When technology becomes collectible...
From the Analytical Engine to the iPad there's a straightforward route from cutting edge to classic
Posted: 15 July 2010
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Video of the Week... Inside the factory of Swiss watchmaker F P Journe
This film takes you on a trip inside the workshop of one of Switzerland's finest luxury watchmakers...
Posted: 14 July 2010
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'We could be climbing out of recession' says jewellery auctioneer
Gorringes' sale proved that jewellery is still one of the world's strongest investments, earlier this month
Posted: 14 July 2010
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£100,000 each for two 17th century collectible clocks at Bonhams
The imposing wall clock and eye-catching brass table clock will head a London auction
Posted: 13 July 2010
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Collectible Rolex, Omega and TF Cooper watches to auction online
Heritage's weekly online sale of watches includes a timepiece worn by James Bond himself
Posted: 12 July 2010
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First-ever Breguet reference 3450 watch set to auction online
From Breguet, inventor of the tourbillon, this rare platinum and pink gold watch is for sale at Artcurial
Posted: 11 July 2010
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Rolex Comex built for adventure brings £37,000 at auction
Bidders took the plunge for this explorer's Diver Superlative Chronometer at Fellows & Sons' sale
Posted: 8 July 2010
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Bidding on a luxury watch has never been easier for collectors
Patrizzi & Co is using mobile phone technology to give more power and discretion to buyers
Posted: 7 July 2010
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Rare yellow-gold Audemars Piguet watch is priced €120,000
This beautiful 1956 timepiece will auction with Rolexes and other rare watches in Monte Carlo
Posted: 2 July 2010
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A fine and luxury men's wristwatch fit for Steve McQueen
To celebrate a historic link with Porsche cars, a very limited edition watch has been designed
Posted: 30 June 2010
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An exclusive look at Hong Kong's love affair with collectibles...
A new report has found that Hong Kong's investors are confident - especially about tangible assets
Posted: 29 June 2010
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Anne Hathaway's confiscated jewellery goes under the hammer
The Devil Wears Prada star was gifted the gems and fine watch by her now-imprisoned ex-boyfriend...
Posted: 24 June 2010
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Fine gold Patek Philippe wristwatch sells at Freeman's
Previously belonging to a Florida gentleman, the timepiece made its mark in the jewellery auction
Posted: 23 June 2010
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Rare 'Golden Era' Rolex watches auction in the UK
Highly-collectible Comex Diver and Oyster Milgauss Rolex watches will appear at Fellows & Sons
Posted: 20 June 2010
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Diamond values on the rise, as White Gold necklace brings $20,400
Waddington's sale enjoyed success, after research says 2010's diamond values have risen 15%
Posted: 18 June 2010
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$3.6m cushion cut-diamond ring dazzles bidders in New York auction
This gem shone brighter than the rest, despite a World Record price per carat for another lot in the sale
Posted: 17 June 2010
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Rare Patek Philippe stars at Christie's 'highest achieving' watches sale
'All season long, we've watched prices and sales totals reach ever-higher levels...' says Christie's
Posted: 17 June 2010
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Classic and iconic Rolex watches go to auction in the UK
A 1978 Rolex Explorer II, a rare Comex diver's watch and an Oyster Milgauss will appear for sale
Posted: 16 June 2010
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Valued at just $6,000, these Castellani gold earrings brought $169,000
Here's the story of how an ancient tomb excavation led to a jaw-dropping sale at Freeman's
Posted: 15 June 2010
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Qing Dynasty Chinese table clock chimes at $3.8m
Sold from the estate of vintner Patricia Kluge, this Qianlong Period timepiece tripled its estimate
Posted: 14 June 2010
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Unique Item of the Week... The £2m gold ‘toy’ Bugatti Veyron car
Two leading craftsmen have just made one of the world's most expensive cars even more valuable
Posted: 14 June 2010
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Hammerman Brothers' 1950s necklace is valued at $50,000
This rare 18 karat yellow gold sapphire and diamond necklace will sell at Freeman's on Monday
Posted: 11 June 2010
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Speed champion Norman Buckley's Rolex races to £48,000
Worn during his successful World Record attempts, it sold alongside a £50,400 Patek Philippe
Posted: 11 June 2010
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Patek Philippe and Rolex star in Freeman's Fine Watches sale
Two rare and highly collectible gentleman's 18 karat rose gold timepieces are up for sale online...
Posted: 10 June 2010
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'Diamond prices are continuing to rise in 2010,' say analysts
Auction results show that investors searching for profit should look to the diamond markets...
Posted: 9 June 2010
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Revealing the rare coin and watch collections of King Farouk
The Egyptian King had one of the greatest numismatic collections of all time, alongside many other rarities
Posted: 9 June 2010
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The 3rd Baron Raby's silver wine jug could sell for £2m
Described as 'fractious and gallant' by Winston Churchill, his cistern will auction at Sotheby's
Posted: 7 June 2010
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Unique 'Formula One' TAG Heuer watch auctions at Bonhams
Once worn by Lewis Hamilton, this limited and highly-collectible Chronograph will sell for charity
Posted: 4 June 2010
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Pair of platinum Patek Philippe watches sell for $1.6m at Christie's
The two fine timepieces were a sign of the times in a Hong Kong auction
Posted: 3 June 2010
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Christie's to auction $1.28m Patek Philippe wristwatch
The magnificent double-dialled platinum Sky Moon Tourbillon will sell in Hong Kong
Posted: 1 June 2010
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Christie's to auction rare $180,000 silver Georgian candlesticks
Silver, European Ceramics, Portrait Miniatures and Gold Boxes will auction in London on June 10
Posted: 28 May 2010
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Rare FP Journe wristwatch could clock-up $550,000 in New York
An outstanding selection of sought-after collector models highlight Patrizzi & Co's June 15 auction
Posted: 27 May 2010
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Internet bidding boosts Antiquorum's Geneva sales to $5.5m
As watch collecting spreads across the globe, we look at Antiquorum's Swiss auction earlier this month
Posted: 26 May 2010
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'Investment-grade diamond values are on the up,' says research
Demand for 'safe haven' assets is outstripping supply - promising steady upwards price movements in 2010
Posted: 24 May 2010
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How Grieb & Benzinger makes its fine and collectible watches
G&B's luxury watches are now an insider's secret among collectors - this new video reveals more...
Posted: 22 May 2010
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Bonhams auctions the 'fastest' collectible Rolex watch
It was owned by Donald Campbell's friend, timekeeper and fellow World Record speed champion...
Posted: 19 May 2010
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'Fine jewellery is one of the world's strongest investments,' says auction house
Skinner's sale of a $253,000 bracelet proved that conservative estimates are key to weathering the recession
Posted: 18 May 2010
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Bonhams to hold first ever Dubai classic car show
A selection of fine watches will also accompany the exciting event
Posted: 12 May 2010
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£150,000 Lanskoy stars alongside Bulatov in London
Bonhams' Russian art sale in June promises a number of important works by the nation's artists
Posted: 11 May 2010
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King Farouk of Egypt's watch sells for $690,281
This Piguet and Capt gold shield shaped enamel watch, with seven movements, is a must-see...
Posted: 11 May 2010
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Breguet's memoirs bring World Record $2.1m
The great watchmaker's fascinating writings on his greatest inventions are to be treasured in a museum
Posted: 10 May 2010
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Christie's sells rare Patek Philippe watch for $5.7m World Record
This 'unique and historically important' timepiece is the most expensive yellow-gold watch ever auctioned
Posted: 10 May 2010
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Parisian 19th century jewel casket is priced $60,000
Important English, Continental and American Silver is going under the hammer at Christie's New York
Posted: 9 May 2010
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$2.23m Patek Philippe timepiece marks history
A perpetual calendar wristwatch which influenced later classics will make time stand still in Geneva
Posted: 8 May 2010
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$110,000 Patek Philippe could stop the clocks in Dallas
This exceptional and highly collectible 18K yellow gold case wristwatch will be a star at auction
Posted: 4 May 2010
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$12,000 Buccellati gold ring sparkles in online auction
Jewellery, 18-19th century sterling silver and rare Tiffany artefacts will auction online in June
Posted: 4 May 2010
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Fine collection of Japanese clocks to sell
Made for samurais using a different way of measuring time, these fine pieces will fascinate bidders
Posted: 4 May 2010
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$175,000 ring leads Dallas auction
A diamond, platinum ring, selling for charity, is leading a sale this Monday
Posted: 1 May 2010
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$10,000 for a rare 'colour-changing' alexandrite ring
An alexandrite gemstone, famous for changing colour under different lights, is up for sale in Nevada
Posted: 29 April 2010
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Jaeger-LeCoultre kits out Iron Man
In the much anticipated Iron Man 2 movie, Robert Downey Jr sports several fabulous timepieces
Posted: 29 April 2010
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'My most valued item? A $5 piece of glass bought at a yard sale...'
Antiques expert Reyne Haines once sold a record breaking $1.8m Tiffany lamp. But her favourite collectible is something far less expensive...
Posted: 28 April 2010
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Video of the Week
Patek Philippe, Rolex and Omega dazzle collectors at Switzerland's Baselworld 2010 exhibition
Posted: 28 April 2010
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Unique 'Four Seasons' clock auctions in Germany
Estimated at just €5,000, this circa 1850 timepiece could be a great investment for savvy collectors...
Posted: 24 April 2010
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Perfect heart-shaped diamond attracts $3.8m in New York
This D Flawless 28.28 cts jewel auctioned alongside the $1.76m Emperor Maximilian Diamond
Posted: 23 April 2010
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£468,000 diamond pendant dazzles at Bonhams
The very light pink rarity exceeded expectations at Bonhams' first Fine Jewellery sale of the year
Posted: 22 April 2010
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$254,500 for a 200-year-old musical watch
A gold, enamel and pearl timepiece has charmed bidders to the tune of five times its expected price
Posted: 20 April 2010
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$377,000 Sonnerie Tourbillon Clockwatch leads Geneva sale
Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Jaeger-LeCoultre are all well represented at Antiquorum
Posted: 19 April 2010
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$10,000 E Mathey pocketwatch auctions online
Internet bidding is continuing to make the luxury watch markets more accessible than ever before...
Posted: 16 April 2010
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Australia's '$900,000' Argyle diamond could still find its buyer
Just because a valuable stone fails to meet its pre-auction estimates doesn't mean it's game over...
Posted: 15 April 2010
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Luxury watch sees Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin join forces
The new AMVOX5 World Chronograph was made with aeronautical and medical sector technologies
Posted: 14 April 2010
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£6,000 ladies' diamond Rolex stars in second-hand sale
This fine condition collectible timepiece is among the star lots in Fellows & Sons' online auction
Posted: 13 April 2010
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Imperial jade stamp seals $12.2m World Record
Sotheby's Hong Kong sold the piece for twice that which was paid for it in 2007
Posted: 11 April 2010
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Australia's first-ever red diamond auction could realise $921,556
Sotheby's will be alit by this Argyle Diamond, while Christie's is selling two glistening jewels of its own...
Posted: 8 April 2010
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Rivière necklace achieves a dazzling $6.7m
The diamond garland surpassed even the Millennium diamond in Sotheby's strongest ever jewellery sale in Hong Kong
Posted: 8 April 2010
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A pair of Patek Philippes bring $500,000
Sotheby's fine and rare watch sale in Hong Kong justified high expectations
Posted: 7 April 2010
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How to make money from Collectibles
The financial markets have lost our trust. It's time to look at Alternatives
Posted: 7 April 2010
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How to... Buy at antiques and collectibles auctions
Auctions can be fast-paced, and it's vital that you know what you're doing. Here's how to play the game...
Posted: 7 April 2010
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$386,000 skeletonised Patek Philippe leads Hong Kong sale
Sotheby's collectible watch auction will feature $4.5m worth of fine timepieces
Posted: 6 April 2010
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Sotheby's auctions the $5.8m 'Millennium' white diamond
It will sell alongside no less than 11 exceptionally rare blue diamonds in Hong Kong
Posted: 3 April 2010
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Jaeger-LeCoultre auctions £12,600 mountaineering watch for charity
Sold to benefit the 'Tides of Time', a 1958 Geophysic Chronometer received bids from 50 countries
Posted: 1 April 2010
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£300,000 pendant leads Bonhams' first 2010 jewellery sale
Bonhams hopes to build on 2009 - a great year for jewellery collectors, despite the recession
Posted: 31 March 2010
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How To... Know your antique clock components
Clock expert Bob Frishman offers a quick guide on the inner workings of antique timepieces...
Posted: 31 March 2010
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Marlene Dietrich's magnificent jewels auction at Sotheby's
The collections of Patricia Kluge, Ann Getty and the estate of Nancy M Daly will also feature
Posted: 30 March 2010
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£130k for a sparkling pear-shape diamond ring
Fellows & Sons' forthcoming UK auction has a number of collectible jewellery treasures for sale
Posted: 29 March 2010
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Reyne Haines, Antiques Roadshow interview: 'Buy it - or someone else will'
Reyne Haines, US Media personality and Paul Fraser Collectibles Expert, talks about her collecting passions
Posted: 29 March 2010
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$6.4m Jadeite and diamond necklace to sparkle in Hong Kong
Sotheby’s is holding a sale of jewellery next month which could set the standard for 2010
Posted: 26 March 2010
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Latest iPhone app teaches the secrets of luxury watchmaking
Apple's Steve Jobs has joined forces with Jaeger-LeCoultre to turn the world onto fine watch collecting
Posted: 25 March 2010
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The $1.5m gem 'not seen for decades'
The Emperor Maximilian Diamond is one of two exceptional treasures for sale at Christie's
Posted: 21 March 2010
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Double diamond necklace doubles estimate
A fancy intense pink gem persuaded one bidder to part with £30k at Sotheby's
Posted: 19 March 2010
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Patek Philippe stars in fine pocket watch sale
Today is your last chance to bid in Waddington's online auction of luxury collectible timepieces
Posted: 18 March 2010
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Patek Philippe Ref 3970 brings $142k
The highly important timepiece shines in Antiquorum's $5m sale
Posted: 17 March 2010
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Comet clock shoots to $250k in New York
The $2m Patrizzi sale also saw a World Record for a Louis Cartier wristwatch
Posted: 16 March 2010
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Himalaya-conquering watch to sell for charity
An near-invincible timepiece taken on a recent mountaineering expedition is to sell online
Posted: 15 March 2010
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'I engrave between heart beats, when I am perfectly still'
Graham Short, who inscribed The Lord's Prayer on a pinhead, tells Paul Fraser Collectibles of his amazing craft
Posted: 15 March 2010
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Editor's comment: Middle Classes on the march
Two billion extra by 2030, says Goldman Sachs
Posted: 11 March 2010
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Expert guide to fine wristwatches of the world released
The book by Reyne Haines is unmissable for vintage timepiece collectors
Posted: 11 March 2010
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'Build a £1m collection - proof that you, or anyone else, can do it'
Paul explains how to build your own £1m collection - whether it's wine, teddy bears or banknotes
Posted: 10 March 2010
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$15k for the 'most brilliant' gemstone
Demantoid jewellery will feature alongside Tiffany & Co and Cartier at Skinner's auction in Boston
Posted: 5 March 2010
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€13.5k diamond bracelets auction in Denmark
A number of jewel-encrusted collectibles are going under the hammer in Copenhagen, next week
Posted: 4 March 2010
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An unmissable sale for Cartier collectors
Billed as its 'most important Cartier watch sale in 14 years', it will be held in New York next week
Posted: 3 March 2010
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The Collections of Henry Graves
The banker, aesthete and timepiece collector
Posted: 3 March 2010
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Roman jewel discovery could sell for £50k
Discovered with a metal detector, this circa 1st century AD find will prove its value at auction
Posted: 2 March 2010
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'The internet has completely changed the business'
Julien Schaerer, Watch Director and Auctioneer at Antiquorum USA, tells us exclusively why the future is bright for watch collectors
Posted: 1 March 2010
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Perpetual Breguet is expected to bring $120k
A marvel of aesthetics and design, the 2006 piece will be worth watching in New York
Posted: 26 February 2010
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$10k Cartier watch leads diverse online sale
This collectible timepiece will auction with Dali and Chagall art, and even prehistoric artefacts
Posted: 25 February 2010
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New wristwatch evokes the spirit of Patek Philippe
The Grieb & Benzinger Platinum is true to the original masters, using 19th century Patek technology
Posted: 24 February 2010
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A car key straight out of James Bond
Jaeger LeCoultre's impressive Rapide Transponder watch (£22k) is expected to open doors for its owner
Posted: 23 February 2010
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Minute repeater from the Tradition of Excellence could bring $350k
An Audemars Piguet watch, one of only 20 of its kind ever made, will sell in New York
Posted: 22 February 2010
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£13k for a rare George III tavern clock
Original two-train cavern clocks like this one are very scarce, and it has just sold at auction
Posted: 21 February 2010
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Antiquorum winds up its spring auction
A $300k white gold rarity will star at this anticipated New York watches sale
Posted: 19 February 2010
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Vintage Oxford clock chimes at £37k
Crafted by a future Mayor of Oxford, this 17th century timepiece exceeded its estimate at Dreweatts
Posted: 18 February 2010
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Hermann Historica joins Dreweatts and Bloomsbury
The German militaria specialists will give them a hand in arms and armoury
Posted: 17 February 2010
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Patrizzi winds-up the 'most important' Cartier sale in 14 years
Auction house Patrizzi & Co is anticipating large bids from China in its March auction
Posted: 16 February 2010
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'Occupied Japan' is #1 for collectors
A leading price guide has compiled the top internet searches by 100,000s of collectors, last month
Posted: 15 February 2010
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Today in History... A master jeweller is born
February 15 1812: Charles Lewis Tiffany arrives on the scene
Posted: 15 February 2010
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George II mahogany clock gleams at Dreweatts
The beautiful Joseph Smith piece may bring £6k next week
Posted: 13 February 2010
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Asian 'cloud' pendant floats to auction
The gold and diamond design is expected to star tomorrow, alongside a Victorian brooch
Posted: 11 February 2010
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Necklace of Picasso's muse heads to auction
The piece has been exhibited in great museums and is expected to bring $15k
Posted: 10 February 2010
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Depeche Mode takes centre stage with Hublot
The English pop band and Swiss watchmaker have teamed up to put collectibles towards a good cause
Posted: 9 February 2010
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Brilliant cut diamond ring gleams at Bonhams
Alongside a pearl necklace and art deco bracelet, the fine diamond is expected to excite bidders
Posted: 8 February 2010
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White diamonds shine at Sotheby's
This week's Important Jewels sale saw two diamond rings bring $230k
Posted: 5 February 2010
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$482k yellow diamond ring dazzles bidders in New York
Sotheby's important jewellery sale was a resounding success, and a great start to 2010
Posted: 4 February 2010
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£10k George III clock to sell at Dreweatts
And this is no ordinary clock, it originates from Paul Fraser Collectibles' home city of Bristol...
Posted: 3 February 2010
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$150k white diamond ring lights up New York auction
A final preview of the best pieces to look for in tomorrow's exciting sale
Posted: 2 February 2010
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Historic Oxford wall clock could bring £20k
A circa 1685 timepiece with alarm, crafted by the renowned clockmaker John Knibb, sells this month
Posted: 2 February 2010
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£10k pink diamond ring fizzes at Christie's
A small, pink ring was the star lot at Christie's Jewels at South Kensington sale, last month
Posted: 1 February 2010
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'The best items continue to become more and more fought over'
Stephan Ludwig, Chairman at Bloomsbury and Dreweatts, talks exclusively to Paul Fraser Collectibles
Posted: 1 February 2010
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Rolex DateJust to sell online for $10k
An authenticated Rolex timepiece has cropped-up in an online sale, taking place in four days
Posted: 26 January 2010
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$40k for a gold Luftwaffe Cross
A diamond studded piece of jewellery from a German pilot has reached the heights
Posted: 25 January 2010
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Diamond ring glitters at watches, jewellery and coins sale
Collectors have until the end of February to consign items to Waddington's auction
Posted: 22 January 2010
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$80k for Thomas Jefferson's 'memento' watch key
Containing a bundle of his deceased wife's hair, the third US President's key sells on Monday
Posted: 21 January 2010
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"The 10 Secrets to Successful Collecting"
If you would like my personal advice and guidance I'm a phone call away
Posted: 20 January 2010
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$500k diamond ring to sparkle in New York
This fancy, vivid yellow diamond ring could be the top lot in the first Sotheby's jewellery sale of 2010
Posted: 20 January 2010
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Maradona's diamond earring scores €25k
Seized by Italian authorities, the football legend's accessory brought six times its estimate
Posted: 15 January 2010
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£3.3m needed to save UK's largest Anglo Saxon treasure
The hoard 'must not be split up' says leading historian campaigning to keep it in the Midlands, UK
Posted: 14 January 2010
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Strange 'Tree of Knowledge' clock brings $340k
This Vladimir Makovsky built clock was an unusual highlight at Patrizzi & Co's final 2009 auction
Posted: 14 January 2010
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$12k necklace leads Christie's jewellery auction
Last year's market was buoyant for pearls and jewels, which should make for an exciting new year
Posted: 13 January 2010
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Diamond Swastika could fetch $50k
A rare WW2 German Original Kriegsmarine Uboat Badge is up for grabs in an online auction
Posted: 11 January 2010
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'Luxury Collectibles evade the recession,' says BBC
Prices are rising as investors look for 'safe' places for their cash
Posted: 11 January 2010
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It could be you - $10,000 Prize Draw
Free entry. One lucky subscriber will win a £5,000 ($7,500) Autograph portfolio. Two runners up will receive prizes valued at £1,000 ($1,500)
Posted: 10 January 2010
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$11k worth of jewellery left on star's doorstep
Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has received an unexpected gift
Posted: 7 January 2010
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Napoli fans club together for Maradona's earring
The confiscated piece reaches auction to pay towards a €37m tax bill
Posted: 7 January 2010
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It's all in the detail...
Just how many parts are there in the average Rolex? Watch the video to find out
Posted: 6 January 2010
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Today in History... Parliament votes to put Charles I on trial
January 6 1649: for the first time, a king stands accused of treason
Posted: 6 January 2010
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