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It's Time To Chime In: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater [WITH VIDEO]

I am elated to present the exquisite Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater by Jaeger-LeCoultre. Though you may not have to go far to find a ladies' timepiece adorned with precious jewels, it is fairly uncommon to see a ladies' wristwatch containing such elaborate complications. Barring JLC's Hybris Artistica collection, I consider this watch to be the brand's finest creation....

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Introducing ForbesLife.com: My Grail Watches

“What is your grail watch?” This is a question I was recently posed.  Despite spending the last several years in close proximity to fine watches, I could not cite one watch alone. Simply, there’re just too many out there: Watches I’ve seen, watches I’ve yet to see, and watches that I may never come across. But like all good questions, this deserves the best possible answer(s). Click the arrow above to be linked to the full article on ForbesLife.

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A Beginner's Guide To Investing In Vintage Watches: Part I

I don't buy a watch, I invest in one. Whether I drop a few hundred or a few thousand on a vintage timepiece, I always keep one thing in mind: Appreciation. In all honesty, it can be near-impossible to determine the future value of many wristwatches, but there are several key attributes to look for [in a watch] that separate the record-breakers from the junk-drawer inhabitants.

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Inside The Collection of John Miottel: Two Horological Gems Of The Titanic

 John Miottel is a collector, connoisseur and conservator of objects from the past, specializing in luxury ocean liner memorabilia. Selflessly, Miottel has spent years acquiring important timepieces.  He exhibits them publicly in his museum in order to share his passions--history and horology--with others. While his collection is comprised of hyper-rare Tiffany signed Rolexes, legendary pilot's watches, and revered Pateks, Miottel owns two of arguably the most significant timepieces in ocean liner history.

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