Rolex Daytona with rubies, pave diamonds lifts Heritage sale to $2.4M

Circa-2005 Rolex Daytona in 18K rose gold with pave diamond dial and ruby hour markers, $175,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com
Circa-2005 Rolex Daytona in 18K rose gold with pave diamond dial and ruby hour markers, $175,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

Circa-2005 Rolex Daytona in 18K rose gold with pave diamond dial and ruby hour markers, $175,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

DALLAS — A Rolex originally offered to only the most important international dealers underscored its stature as an elite timepiece when it sold for $175,000 June 1 to lead Heritage’s Fine Watches & Timepieces Signature® Auction to $2,470,424.

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Cottone to auction collection of exquisite European clocks, Mar. 31

Empire Amboyna orrery and music box by Raingo, estimated at $150,000-$250,000
Empire Amboyna orrery and music box by Raingo, estimated at $150,000-$250,000
Amboyna orrery and music box by Raingo, estimated at $150,000-$250,000

GENESEO, N.Y. – Cottone Auctions’ Important Timepieces & Decorative Arts auction, scheduled for Friday, March 31, will feature the collection of Dr. William Thomas of Naples, Florida, showcasing 50 of the finest examples of French and European clock masterpieces. The auction, starting promptly at noon Eastern time, features 220 lots. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Morphy Auctions reports blockbuster year with 2021 sales exceeding $50M

Rare and exceptional Mohawk Gasoline circular porcelain neon service station with Native American graphic and original cast-metal mounting stand. Produced in the 1930s for Mohawk Oil Co., Bakersfield, California. 9.0+ condition. Sold at Morphy’s Oct. 3-4, 2021 Automobilia & Petroliana Auction for its high-estimate price of $120,000

DENVER, Pa. – Morphy Auctions is pleased to report a year of unprecedented new-buyer interest and stellar results across all categories in 2021, with gross sales surpassing $50 million.

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Skinner to host standout sales of watches & clocks, Oct. 20 + 22

Breguet No. 2835 astronomical quarter-repeating watch, est. $100,000-$150,000. Image courtesy of Skinner, Inc.
Breguet No. 2835 astronomical quarter-repeating watch, est. $100,000-$150,000. Image courtesy of Skinner, Inc.
Breguet No. 2835 astronomical quarter-repeating watch, est. $100,000-$150,000. Image courtesy of Skinner, Inc. www.skinnerinc.com

MARLBOROUGH, Mass.— This October the Clocks, Watches & Scientific department at Skinner will feature two distinct sales: a timed online auction that closes October 20, and a live auction, Fine Horology: The Estate of David G. Newsom, on October 22. View the fully illustrated catalogs on LiveAuctioneers.

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Vera Ralston collection adds sparkle to John Moran May 11-12 sale

Emerald-cut diamond ring with flanking baguettes, estimated at $120,000-$180,000
Emerald-cut diamond ring with flanking baguettes, estimated at $120,000-$180,000
Emerald-cut diamond ring with flanking baguettes, estimated at $120,000-$180,000

MONROVIA, Calif. – John Moran’s Fine Jewelry & Timepieces sale offers connoisseurs a myriad of gemstones and pieces from prominent brands such as Cartier, Tiffany, and Breitling. The sale will take place on May 11-12 and will feature the jewelry collection of the late movie actress Vera Ralston. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Hindman offers Important Timepieces from a Private Collection, April 13

A Ulysse Nardin 'Sonata Cathedral' wristwatch, estimated at $18,000-$28,000
A Ulysse Nardin 'Sonata Cathedral' wristwatch, estimated at $18,000-$28,000
A Ulysse Nardin ‘Sonata Cathedral’ wristwatch, estimated at $18,000-$28,000

CHICAGO – On April 13, Hindman Auctions will present Important Timepieces from a Private Collector, featuring a timepiece collection from Mr. Del Pelton. An enthusiast of unique timepieces, Pelton built a collection that spans almost four centuries of watchmaking expertise from makers such as Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Vacheron Constantin, F.P. Journe, and Parmigiani Fleurier, among many other respected watchmakers from Switzerland, Germany, France and England. The auction also includes an extensive pocket watch selection that boasts many advanced complications such as the Haas moon phase perpetual calendar chronograph. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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