Before social media became the lingua franca of the watch world, there were forums. And on those forums, collectors—especially collectors of vintage Rolex—often traded timepieces amongst each other.

Vintage watches can be more than sentimental keepsakes—they can be hidden treasures worth thousands. From Swiss craftsmanship and rare complications to original parts and provenance, multiple factors ...

In today's economy, unexpected changes can make earning extra income challenging. But if you check your old jewelry box, you might find hidden treasures, such as that vintage watch you never wear.

Gordon was a reporter for TIME, based in the London bureau. A harvest moon is seen from a park in Sapporo, Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Sept. 17, 2024. Gordon was a reporter for TIME, based in the ...

“Bark” engraving on the bezel and bracelet of the Wind Vintage 1980s Rolex Day-Date Courtesy of Wind Vintage It wasn’t that long ago that dealers had a hard time unloading an all-gold gem-set piece.

Circa 1970 Rolex Daytona ref. 6262 with “Tiffany & Co.” inscription purchased by actor, George Peppard. Its estimate is $130,000 - $250,000. Two rare Rolex watches with important provenance will be ...

The Ponto Vecchio in Florence used to be a mainstay for vintage watches, but modern single-brand boutiques are slowly pushing the vintage-focused shops into other neighborhoods. The question I’ve long ...