A large selection of over 70 vintage and modern Rolex, Piaget, Omega, Longines, and other quality wristwatches are included in the Charterhouse auction of silver, jewellery, watches and antiques on Friday 15th August.
“The star of the collection is, without doubt, the gents 1930’s gold Rolex Prince. These rarely come on the open market these days and this is a fine example with the dial, case and movement all properly marked and is estimated at £6,000-8,000.” Commented the Charterhouse watch expert Matthew Whitney. “However, there are also other watches in the sale which are estimated from just a hundred pounds and below so there is something for anyone who has an interest in watches or is looking for a present to be treasured and enjoyed.”
The watches form only a small part of the Charterhouse August auction which has had to be spread over two days due to the volume of business. First up, on the morning session of day one on Thursday 14th August is a specialist sale of Beswick and Royal Doulton. This is then followed on the afternoon with their sale of wine, port and spirits. Then, on the second day, Friday 15th, is the sale of silver including an early 18th century York silver chalice £5,000-8,000, jewellery such as a large Victorian five stone diamond ring £5,000-7,000 and the selection of watches including Rolex Prince already mentioned, a US market Rolex GMT Master £3,000-4,000 and a ladies 18ct yellow gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust at £2,000-3,000. Viewing for the sales is on Wednesday 13th 10-4 and Thursday 14th 10-7. Catalogues are available from the auctioneers £8 pp or on their web site www.charterhouse-auctions.co.uk
Charterhouse is now accepting further entries for their two auctions in September with clocks, militaria and collectors’ items on the 12th in which there is a collection of 15 Dorset relating longcase clocks, and the sale on the 20th of classic cars, motorbikes & automobilia. To arrange a free home visit throughout the West Country, please contact Matthew Whitney or Richard Bromell, Partner at The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3BS, 01935 812277.
Auction info www.charterhouse-auctions.co.uk