Watchmaking consulting for the purchase and sale of watches and collections
Auction houses and private sales
The company organises and oversees themed sales for auction houses.
It also advises private collectors on their watch transactions and how to manage their collection.
Lastly, it issues certificates of authenticity for timepieces.
Contact a specialised expert
to conduct your sales and transactions
under the best possible conditions
Auction houses
The success of an auction sale is never down to luck. Curating a sale requires meticulous and methodical preparation:
- Precisely valuing timepieces,
- Showcasing lots by preparing fact sheets and detailed condition reports,
- Showcasing lots by preparing fact sheets and detailed condition reports,
We help you prepare your sale from A to Z.
Steps to take prior to valuing and authenticating lots:
Precise and documented appraisals reassure bidders, helping you to obtain the best sales price.
- Thorough documentary research,
- Historic research (drawing on the archives of watchmaking manufacturers),
Managing communication:
Effective promotion through adverts, social media and targeted events is crucial to ensure a high turnout at auctions and optimal sales prices.
- Creating attractive sales catalogues,
- Implementing marketing strategies to attract a wide range of potential bidders.
Defining the best sales channel based on expert valuations and market comparisons also helps you sell at the highest price.
Guerin Expertise boasts several years of experience working with large auction houses, guaranteeing that all steps are carried out to the highest possible standard according to a well-established framework.
Private watch enthusiasts and collectors
Advice for purchasing watches
When calling upon the Guerin Expertise authentication service, a specialised expert oversees the entire purchasing process:
- Authenticating the watch,
- Identifying any non-genuine parts,
- Valuing its current market price.
At the end, you will receive a certificate of authenticity to insure your watch in the event of damage and guarantee its authenticity if you wish to resell it.
Advice for selling watches
Our consulting service ensures personalised assistance, complete with a detailed factsheet, high-quality photos and an accurate sales price. You can also rely on our international network of buyers and collectors to sell your watch in complete confidence.
Building a collection
Looking to invest in timepieces and build a watch collection?
Consulting an expert helps you to make informed purchasing decisions at the best price. Our consultants will guide you every step of the way.
Issuing certificates of authenticity
A certificate of authenticity by an accredited expert guarantees the authenticity of your watch, as well as its current value.
This document allows you to insure your watch and is also an asset should you wish to resell it.
We would be delighted to receive your project
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