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We have unique experience in buying, trading and selling estate jewellery. We have hundreds of previously owned items such as: diamond rings, gold coins, bracelets, earrings, pendants etc. Call or visit our store if there is a particular item you are looking for.
March 12, 2025
1969 Rolex Datejust 36 1601 uncommon linen dial $5,000.00 CAD. 505-00554
The Rolex Datejust is the watch that made Rolex a household name. Still in production today, this is the single most popular model Rolex has ever created. Cosmetically speaking this model has changed little since it was introduced to mark Rolex’ 40 anniversary way back in 1945. 80 years later it’s still in style and still in demand by people from all walks of life by both men and women.
The watch transcends fashion styles that come go and is admired by every generation. If you are looking for a blue chip watch, there is no better than any Rolex Datejust. When this watch was new it likely only cost around $300.00 CAD. The name Datejust may seem a bit awkward, but it makes perfect sense given some thought. Most watches slowly mechanically turn over the date display starting around 10:00pm taking several hours to fully turn the disc to reveal the next ,nnnnnnday of the month. Rolex produced a quick turn mechanism advancing the date in the blink of an eye within a few minutes of exactly midnight. This seemingly simple process makes the date display absolutely true and “just”, hence the unusual moniker.
Modern Rolex production is estimated at around one million watches per year making a contemporary Datejust very common. This wasn’t always the case. It took Rolex 60 years to produce the first 1 million watches total production of all models. According to the 2,221,538 serial number and inside case back stamp, this example was produced some time during the 2nd quarter of 1969.
When some people see the made in U.S.A. bracelet, they think the watch (or at least the bracelet) is a fake. This is not the case. Rolex produced many of their bracelet is the U.S. to get around steep import tariffs applied to non American produced watches.
In the early the mid 20th century there were plenty of made in the U.S.A watch brands that benefitted from this protection. Today every one of those original brands are out of business despite the protectionist actions. Some of those old American watch brands have been revived, but only in name as foreign buyers bought up the rights for pennies on the dollar. Our latest Rolex Datejust 1601 features a 26 jewel self-winding movement calibre 1570 tuned to chronometer specifications for accuracy.
18 karat yellow gold hands and hour markers display the time on a uncommon “linen” texture pale champagne dial. The classic 18 karat yellow gold fluted bezel frames the dial and provides a function seal compressing the plastic crystal against a flange on the bezel. This pretty detail isn’t just an iconic styling detail, it keeps this watch water-resistant.
The rest of the watch is high grade stainless steel that wears up well to all of life’s day to day challenges. This watch is in good condition for a 56 year old example. It is running well, keeping very good time with all functions working as designed. It was serviced in late 2022 and has hardly been worn since. The Jubilee bracelet will accommodate a man’s (or woman’s) wrist size of close to 7 1/2 inches or less.
We are happy to provide the next owner a complimentary 1-year warranty. You can still find a 36mm Datejust with an 18 karat white gold bezel on the Rolex website for $12,050.00 CAD. Ours is estate price at $5,000.00 CAD. Stock #505-00554.
March 11, 2025
5.00ct. tw. ruby & diamond eternity ring (SI1-H), 10.9gr. 18kt., sz. 6.75, custom made. $4,000.00 CAD. 206-00573
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, custom made is your only option. This ring is definitely a one off custom. You just don’t see rings like this made in mass production. Even seeing a basic single row diamond eternity ring isn’t something every jewellery stocks, because they are difficult to impossible to adjust in size. This one checks off way more boxes than just a simple eternity ring. It is measures 9.3mm wide, made from premium 18 karat yellow gold, has one row of channel set natural princess cut rubies, two rows of bead set round brilliant cut diamonds, and made heavy enough to adjust up in size by boring out the inside without interrupting the stones. The 24 square rubies each measure 3mm x 3mm and are estimated to weigh 3.50 carat in total.
They are very well matched and set so close together they look like a continuous ribbon of red circling the ring. They are framed on each side with 30 bead set natural diamonds (60 in total) contributing an additional 1.50 carats of gem sparkle. The diamonds have each been hand set in shared bead style using a minimum of claws exposing maximum sparkle from the high quality SI1-H natural diamonds. You know you’re wearing this ring, the width, theweight, and smooth finish feel great on the finger. Rubies make an excellent choice to use in an eternity ring style as they are second only in hardness to diamond.
This ring appears to have been only occasionally worn, showing little to no wear. Only one of the rubies displays a small chip that likely occurred when the ring was stamped with the 18K purity mark as it is almost directly over the impression. The small blemish is only visible under magnification. This well made ring would be difficult to reproduce and certainly couldn’t be replicated for our estate price of $4,000.00 CAD. Stock #206-00573.
March 10, 2025
2022 Tudor Black Bay 41 ceramic Master Chronometer 79210CNU $4,300.00 CAD. 505-00441
The Black Bay ceramic is an unlikely candidate to showcase Tudor’s most highly evolved movement, but that is the case with the 79210CNU. This is the first Tudor to achieve the “Master Chronometer” designation. This automatic winding masterpiece is certified by the Swiss Federal Office of Metrology (METAS). This testing goes above and beyond the typical COSC chronometer standards. METAS requires all the movements to be stable when exposed to magnetic fields of up to 15,000 gauss. The accuracy requirements are also tighter than COSC. The manufactures power reserve must be met and accuracy must be achieved with 100% and 33% power reserve over a wide range of temperatures. A final test confirming the manufacturer’s water resistance rating is also conducted. All the testing is done on fully assembled watches. All METAS certified watches must already have a COSC (Contrôle officiel suisse des Chronomètres) movement certificate.
The stealthy looking ceramic watch is a niche product from Rolex’ sister company that is part of the Black Bay Diver line up but lacks a key diver feature. There is no luminous zero index marker on the bezel, and the bezel’s radial on matt finish is difficult to use even in the best of lighting environments. That being said the sinister Darth Vader look is very handsome, but are you cool enough to pull it off? The only contrast on the watch are the oversized markers and hands that certainly making time interpretation a snap, day or night.
In a very “un” Rolex/Tudor move, the dark grey dial text blends discreetly into the black background.
With such a highly evolved overachieving movement, the 1st “Master Chronometer” from Tudor, you’d think they’d want to show it off in bright text. Perhaps its more a case of, “speaking softly, while carrying a big stick”, no one is questioning the quality of the MT5602 masterpiece movement. The movement has also been treated to an understated blackout treatment visible through the display case back window.
The traditional Black Bay 41mm case still shows off the precise beveled case edge with a vintage Tudor Rose embossed crown.
Attached to the case is Tudor’s hybrid rubber/leather strap, which is in itself a peculiar choice for any diver watch. The strap has a soft suede feeling outer surface that feels more pliable than most full rubber designs. The black fliplock deployment PVD buckle is made from traditional stainless steel as the stresses imposed on a thin section of ceramic would never last on watch like this.
This watch dates from the summer of 2022 and comes with Tudor’s 5-year international warranty.
It looks to be in unworn condition and comes complete with the included NATO style striped strap, documents, instructions, inner/outer boxes and even the paper hang tag. You can buy a new one from your local agent for $6,600.00 as seen on Tudor website. Our pick up ours at a 32% discount. This is a ton of Tudor for the estate price of $4,300.00 CAD. Stock #505-00441.
March 9, 2025
0.96ct. tw. I1-J three stone diamond pendant & chain, 6gr., 14kt., 18″ box link. $1,925.00 CAD. 161-00273
Two’s company and three’s a crowd never applies to diamond jewellery. Using just 2 stones in almost any jewellery item makes for a very awkward arrangement in almost every design. Now add a 3rd stone and everything balances things out very nicely. This 3 stone creation of natural diamonds in quite substantial in diamond and gold weight. Including the 20 inch box link necklace it weighs 6 grams. The diamonds weigh an estimated combined weight of 0.96 carat.
We tend to be conservative in our calculations, there is more than likely a full carat by scale. The diamonds are nicely matched of I1-J quality. Pendant and chain are in like new condition showing no wear and tear, the original bright rhodium plating is still fully intact on the both sections. Estate priced at $1,925.00 CAD. Stock #161-00273.
March 8, 2025
2006 Omega Speedmaster Racing edition 42mm 3552.59.00 $5,100.00 CAD.510-00160
Over the years Omega has been methodically improving “non” Moonwatch Speedmasters to the point where they are truly as good as anything else on the market and better than most. Modern automatic Speedmaster watches like our latest estate example 3552.59.00 benefit from heavier bracelets secured with sturdy locking buckles.
The case backs are now a proper screw on type rather than a simple interference press fit.
Water resistance ratings have improved from 30 meters to 100. Most feature sapphire crystals now with anti-reflective coating on both sides cutting down reflections. The movements inside are technically improved and now easily qualify for certified chronometer status. The Omega calibre 3301 now features a fully integrated column wheel for chronograph operation, gone is the modular style. Even the power reserve has increased to over 2 days when not being worn. Legibility is excellent day or night thanks to highly luminous hands and hour markers.
Our latest Speedmaster estate watch incorporates all of the mentioned improvements. The dial on the Racing edition showcases a complicated carbon fibre look finish with bold RACING text outlined in red along with the hour markers.
This watch dates from 2006, about the same time Omega ambassador Michael Schumacher was at his apex when it came to marketing potential. The Ferrari red dial and case back highlights are no coincidence.
This watch was purchased in May 0f 2007 Canadian authorized Omega agent. The watch displays very few signs of use you’d normally expect to see in a watch 16 years old. Minor scuffs and scratches are visible no nothing distracting or significant.
It comes complete with the inner/outer boxes, endorsed warranty cards, and wallet. The beautiful lacquer wooden box is perfect inside and out. The next owner will receive our complementary 1-year warranty. This watch has been retired from the Omega Speedmaster line and is now a collectors item for Omega Speedmaster fans. It was only available for a few years and when new, it had a retail price of $4,900.00 CAD. Our estate price for this uncommon Speedmaster is $5,100.00 CAD. Stock #510-00160.
