"Absolutely essential for all the connoisseurs and Rolex lovers." - Laura Astrologo Porché
celebremagazine world Why do we collect? For some it is a pursuit of pure passion - those
who appreciate the wristwatch as an artform: the intricacy of its mechanics the finesse of its
form. Yet for others collecting is an investment and a watch's value is of as much importance
as its appearance. All collectors ought to have a guide to models and market value. Rolex:
Investing in Wristwatches offers detailed insights into the world of authenticating and
pricing high-value wristwatches which will be of use to collectors from amateur to
connoisseur. This publication includes the vast majority of key Rolex models along with
their relevant auction results. The timepieces featured have been carefully selected by Senior
Horological Expert Osvaldo Patrizzi. These wristwatches excel for a diverse range of reasons
including technical excellence auction records design and anecdotal history. A description of
each watch is accompanied by its picture reference and sales values (rights included).
A comparative analysis of auction results compiled through close collaboration with the
Sotheby's auction house shows by brand and timepiece the evolution of prices over time
leading from the Eighties up to the present day. A system to calculate the currency exchange
rate at the time of auction sales will also be included in this vital work of reference.
