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Robbie Henshaw’s favourite watch plus the other Irish artisan watch makers you need to know

While the homegrown watch market has historically been small, things are on the up with Irish-owned or led niche watch brands making an international mark

This Swiss watch brand’s makeover has tripled the sales – thanks to its new CEO and a fresh watch line

Swiss-Italian Guido Terreni has hit refresh on the Swiss watch brand Parmigiani Fleurier – refocusing the brand on the now red-hot Tonda PF

Rare Patek Philippe expected to reach sale of €4.2m in auction and test vintage watch market

Less than 300 of the ‘Pink on Pink’ Patek Philippe 1518’s were ever made, and the sale will serve as a bellwether for the strength of the watch auction market

Rare Rolex Milgauss sells for record €2.3m at Swiss auction

The Milgauss was one of the highest priced timepieces sold during a weekend of watch auctions in Geneva

Adam’s brooches auction with dazzling display of gems

Sale offers precious diamonds, coloured gemstones and impressive creations by leading jewellers like Cartier, Chopard, Bulgari, Graff and Patek Philippe

Are smartwatches still a threat to the Swiss watch industry?

When the Apple Watch launched in 2015, it was viewed as an existential threat to the industry

The best new watches of 2023, plus why the luxury watch world is looking to Ireland

Waiting lists, new boutiques, and an ever-more discerning customer: Ireland is experiencing a watch boom, writes Leslie Williams

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Hermès horology and 1940s diamonds: these are the fine jewels and gems worth the investment at Dublin’s next auction

Ahead of Adam’s Auctioneers’ upcoming fine jewellery and watches auction on May 16, Director Claire-Laurence Mestrallet gives an insider’s guide to the key pieces going under the hammer

This pre-loved Rolex model worn by Paul Newman is topping the secondary watch market

Pre-owned Rolex Daytona watches are outperforming the market, with prices for the model gaining 4 per cent in the past month

Smaller watches are the biggest timepiece trend of 2023

Chunky statement pieces have dominated watch trends in recent years but there is a new move back to more classic, smaller styles

Audemars Piguet becomes first luxury watch brand to offer a warranty scheme against stolen watches

With an average watch price of about €50,000, the brand will guarantee to replace, refund, or repair any stolen or damaged watch bought in 2022 or 2023 for two years

Patek Philippe to release first new watch line in 24 years

President of Patek Phillipe Thierry Stern said the new model line is expected to be unveiled later this year or next year

Rare Patek Philippe watch sells for record €5.4 million at auction

The Patek Philippe ‘Sky Moon Tourbillon’ is now the most expensive timepiece ever sold at an online auction

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Lessons in consignment - the beginners guide to auctioning your gems

Adam’s Auctioneers in Dublin hold fine jewellery and watch auctions three times each year, with outstanding pieces sourced from the continent as well as the Irish market. Irish Tatler asked Director and head of Adam’s Jewellery & Watches Department Claire-Laurence Mestrallet to share how best to monetise your pieces and access a global market full of potential

Gems to bring out the romantic at O’Reilly’s fine jewellery sale

Not only are they the perfect St Valentine’s Day gift, but buying fine jewellery at auction can prove a canny investment

Adam’s presents a curated collection with sparkle aplenty

Pick up the perfect gift in time for Christmas at this upcoming Fine Jewellery & Watches sale

Timeless gems make the cut at a timed online auction

With highlights including a French vintage diamond brooch and a Rolex oyster perpetual date wristwatch, O’Reilly’s current auction of fine jewellery, watches and silver ends on October 21

The Watch Report: From the hottest autumn launches to new luxury stores, the Irish watch market is thriving

The Irish retail watch market is facing an unprecedented period of expansion, with some of autumn’s hottest releases available here for the first time

Time to shine at O’Reilly’s rings and watches sale

The 616-lot sale will interest collectors of fine gems, investors and even those who just want to treat themselves to an extravagant gift

Fine Arts: Adam’s breaks the ice while bangles break the bank

The auctioneer’s pictures of frozen gemstones in its latest jewellery catalogue are accompanied by headline lots that will relieve you of between €30,000 and €50,000