Wristwatches : How to Compare and Value

English

ISBN: 1845334116

EAN: 9781845334116

Category: Antiques & Collectibles / Clocks & Watches

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Release Date: 04/30/2012

Age Range: ps-17

Synopsis: Electric watches, divers watches, novelty watches, cool 1960s watches, and elite watches like the Rolex V and Chronograph I: its time for wristwatches to rule the market. More and more people are delving into this collecting area, with auctions and dealers fueling interest. Take a look at whats available and what its worth, along with an overview of developments in watchmaking decade-by-decade. Throughout, two-page color spreads compare and contrast pairs of related watches, with analyses of why one is more valuable than the otherwhether because of age, authenticity, rarity, maker, material, marks, lack of defects, or additions and restoration. Also included: an illustrated section on fakes and replicas and how to spot them, as well as facts on key designers, manufacturers, and technological features.

Wristwatches : How to Compare and Value

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.56 inches

Width: 7.62 inches

Length: 10.25 inches

Weight: 20.04 oz

Pages: 160