Auction houses is now the marketplace for many of the finest luxury collectibles. For many years, the dominant categories were old master paintings, modern art and antiques. However, in recent years, vintage watches, rare jewelry and mid-century design have become increasingly popular among collectors and therefore a dominant force in […]
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Investing in Jewelry: Sparkling Advice
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but could they also be her investment portfolio? Jewelry has been seen as a currency since time immemorial. It paid a king’s ransom in the medieval age and is still used as a dowry in some cultures. And if bought smart, it can generate […]
Jewelry Valuation
Starting 100,000 years ago with a shell necklace, jewelry has been the symbol of personal style and status. The word “jewelry” comes from Latin “jocale”, which means plaything. Appealing to a wide section of society, jewelry signifies the fashion and style of its era and individuality of its owner, with […]
Upcoming Auction – Fine Jewellery and Watches at Tajan on June 21-22
Fine jewellery and special collection watches on sale at Tajan upcoming auction on June 21-22. Paris will be thrilled from the 17th to the 29th of June 2016, when the Paris Precious Week will gather collectors and enthusiasts of fine jewellery and watches from all over the world. The French […]
A how-to guide for buying watches at auctions
Whether you buy a watch for your style passion or as a rising investment asset, knowing what you are doing at an auction can go a long way in making a good purchase. There is a reason watches are often associated with pilots. In fact, first wrist watch for men was […]