Clocks, Watches & Jewellery
Nelson memorabilia in demand at auction with hair lock and shipwreck furniture smashing estimates
A brooch containing a lock of hair from Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) and a bookcase made from the wreck of Nelson’s former flagship HMS Foudroyant have both been snapped up at auction.
How to assess the value of Tudor watches
Tudor is a Swiss watch maker that is the sister brand of Rolex.
Five things to remember when buying Breitling watches
Léon Breitling was a skilled watchmaker who began crafting timepieces and measuring tools from his workshop in St-Imier in Switzerland in the 19th century.
The buyer's guide to jewellery with coloured gemstones
Gems are stones or minerals, deemed precious, semi-precious or fine and ornamental and are found in many types of jewellery.
The definitive guide to buying Rolex watches at auction
Rolex is the best known and most popular luxury watch brand in the world.
What to look out for when buying jewellery at auction
More and more people are discovering the benefits of buying jewellery at auction. Free from high street mark-ups, ‘pre-loved' jewels by luxury designer names are priced at a fraction of the cost of buying a similar brand new item.
Five things to remember when buying Omega watches
Swiss watch maker Omega prides itself on innovation and quality.
What to look out for when buying Tiffany
Jewellery brand Tiffany & Co was founded in 1837 in New York by 25-year-old Charles Lewis Tiffany and John Young.
Choose the sustainable route – buy at auction
Whether you’re looking for fashion, furniture or watches, buying pre-loved items at auction is always a sustainable choice compared with buying newly manufactured goods.
The Jaeger-LeCoultre watches buying guide
Known for its quality, craftsmanship and innovation, Jaeger-LeCoultre has long been one of the most desirable watch brands.