Watches · 6 min read
Luxury Watch Buying Guide
Papers, service history, factory vs. aftermarket diamonds and how to protect your watch's value.
Box and papers
Original warranty cards and boxes can add significantly to resale value. Match the serial and reference numbers to the case.
Diamonds: factory or aftermarket
Factory-set diamonds hold value best. Aftermarket settings can be beautiful but should be disclosed in writing.
Further reading & references
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