Watches
used to be the only means to tell time and thus have been an essential tool for
everyone. However, with the advent of mobile phones, some people may have no
longer found the need to keep watches on their wrists. So why still wear one?
These
days, watches don’t only serve to tell time and can even be more than just an
item to adorn a part of a wrist. As a personal item, a watch given as a gift
can remind the wearer of the giver. Watches, in fact, say a lot more about a
person than many people may think, they portray a lifestyle and a way of life.
There
has never been a better time to invest in high quality watches from the world’s
leading manufacturers. Many of these watches are expensive, but expensive for a
reason. Providing they are serviced regularly at accredited watch firms, they
will stand the test of time and ultimately prove to be a great investment. Vintage Rolex watches that will last
are one such investment that have proven time and time again to hold their
value as the years roll on.
Whether
you want to start a collection because you like watches or want something to
pass onto your children, the market for high quality watches will continue.
Without further ado, let’s have a look at some of the watches that many people
say will be a sound investment over time.
1. Rolex - Perhaps the
best-known, high-quality watch maker on the planet, with well-loved film
characters such as James Bond and Eddie Felson in the Colour of Money blockbuster
sporting these legends of the watch world. There are many different types of
Rolex watches but one thing they all share in common is their ability to hold
and even increase their value. The prices are of course higher when associated
with famous actors and currently the most expensive Rolex watch auctioned to
date was the 1968 Paul Newman Cosmograph Daytona which was sold at auction in
2016 for a staggering (US) $17,752, 500.
2. Patek Phillipe - This super luxury Swiss
watch maker was established in 1839 and has since become a symbol of opulence
and status and worn by artists, entrepreneurs, intellectuals, politicians and
Royalty. It’s fair to say that if you can afford a Patek Phillipe watch you
will certainly get a good return on your investment in the future. At an
auction in Geneva in 2014, a Patek Phillipe Henry Graves Supercomplication sold
for US 23.98 million dollars, making it the most expensive watch ever sold.
3. Omega - Omega is another
Swiss watch brand that holds its value and is worth looking into as an
investment. They have been worn by the rich and famous over the years and the
most expensive one sold at auction was a 1960 Omega wristwatch, worn by Elvis Presley
and encrusted with diamonds and sold for a cool US 1.812 million dollars.
4. TAG Heuer - Established in
1860 this Swiss brand is a favourite of sports stars and famous actors. Current
well-known figures known to where TAG Heuer include Cristiano Ronaldo, Tiger
Woods and Brad Pitt.
5. Audemars Piguet - Yet another luxury
Swiss watchmaker known for their quality and exquisite timepieces. Worn by the
rich and famous, these watches are definitely worth considering as an
investment.
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Invest In Your Future
If
you’re now in a position where you can invest, vintage watches are definitely worth considering as the statistics
show that this niche investment area does provide a return. If you need more
information, your local vintage watch specialist should be able to provide you
with additional investment advice.
"This article is published in partnership with Mediabuzzer"