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                    [title] => Luxury Watch Brand Spotlight: Panerai
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Panerai started out providing watches for the Italian military manufactured by Rolex SA, and had very humble beginnings – until it burst into popularity in the early 2000s in significant part thanks to Sylvester Stallone’s endorsement of its watches. Panerai has also partnered with major brands such as Ferrari.


Italian Design Meets Swiss Craftsmanship

Giovanni Panerai (1825–1897) founded Officine Panerai in Florence, Italy in 1860. The company was taken over by his grandson Guido Panerai who also took over his wife's family business, a mechanical workshop, thus founding a new company with the name G. Panerai e Figlio. Panerai watches are very popular due to their distinctive design that causes them to stand out from the crowd – a special crown guard that immediately catches the eye.

Constant Evolution

Coming out of a divers’ watch tradition, Panerai are constantly evolving and innovating – and they have certainly done so with their newly unveiled Luminor Due 2018 collection, sporting several noteworthy differences from the traditional Luminor models. The most noticeable difference would be the changes in width, as legacy Panerai watches were 47mm thick, but the newest ones range from 45mm, 42mm and even 38mm. While this change does compromise on the watch’s underwater depth limits, dropping from 50 metres underwater resistance to a mere 30 metres, Panerai believes the new slim look will appeal to new markets. Another noticeable change is the snap-on watch strap system which makes changing straps an absolute breeze – now you can match your watch to the occasion even when you’re running late.

The Panerai Models

Panerai has created a wide range of models across four marketing lines: Historic (Radiomir 1940 and Luminor 1950), Contemporary (Radiomir, Luminor and Luminor Due), Manifattura (Luminor Marina) and Special Editions in runs of 500, 1000, 2000 or 4000 units.

The watches can be distinguished by their PAM numbers, such as PAM111 or PAM00944. This is probably the best way to keep track of such a large variety of models and designs.

The Special Edition models are each individually distinguishable by an issue number on the case back, and are issued by year. For example, in 2006 Panerai issued the 1936 California Dial Radiomir special edition, which was a reissue of the first Panerai model presented to the Italian Marina Militare, and they created only 1936 units for this special edition.

Selling Your Panerai Watch

Not all Panerai watches have resale value, as many of the especially newer pieces are very contemporary and lack the historical value to make them collectors’ pieces. However, collectors would usually go for the historical models nonetheless, such as the Radiomir 1940 models which take after the very same models originally created for the Italian navy during World War II.

Due to the wide range of products offered by Panerai, selling this timepiece is usually trickier than with other brands, and depends heavily on the PAM number of the particular model that you own. The best thing to do is to get a quote for your watch and see whether it is a model that does have resale value or not. Do remember to approach a reputable jewelry buyer such as Global Gold and Silver with experience in buying and selling luxury watches.
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From Cartier to Rolex, luxury watches have always been a staple of celebrity fashion, be it as statement pieces to make them stand out, or for their glamorous elegance bringing along an aura of class and sophistication. Often, Hollywood actors, singers, and socialites become brand ambassadors of luxury watch brands, and their endorsement does tend to drive sales of the watches they sport on their wrists. Let’s have a look at the top five most popular watches worn by celebrities.


Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date

A real status symbol, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date is also nicknamed “the Presidents’ Watch” and was a favorite of Lyndon Johnson. The Day-Date, launched in 1956 and made from 18k gold, is the world’s first waterproof chronograph watch. Most recently, it has been worn by Justin Timberlake nearly everywhere he goes. Other celebrities seen wearing a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Dates include Warren Buffet, LeBron James, and Victoria Beckham.

Cartier Ballon Bleu

With Cartier’s longstanding relationships among royalty, this is a choice preferred by nobility and those who aspire to stand among their ranks. Once described as “the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers” by King Edward VII, Cartier is a leader in timepiece elegance. Bearing a clean look and classy curves, as well as the tasteful blue accent, this modern classic still adorns British royalty and even Hollywood actresses to this day. Kate Middleton has been seen wearing a Ballon Bleu, as well as Kylie Jenner, Bonnie Hammer and Sofa Vergara.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Classy yet casual, made in stainless steel, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak has become extremely popular especially among Hollywood celebrities. James Corden has brought new prominence to the Selfwinding variety, wearing the watch in his videos and shows, but the Quartz version is also very popular for those who desire the style without the hassle. Other fans of Audemars Piguet include Justin Bieber, Jay-Z, Ellen DeGeneres, Kevin Hart and Denzel Washington.

Rolex Daytona

They say scarcity drives up demand, and with the long wait time needed to purchase a Rolex Daytona, of course, this watch would be popular among celebrities. Originally designed to meet the needs of professional racecar drivers in 1963, many celebrities have also picked it up, including Miley Cyrus, Jason Bateman, John Mayer and Leonardo Dicaprio.

IWC Portofino

While IWC is a favorite with many celebrities, its Portofino design stands out as a classic addition to any watch collection. Sporting clean lines and a simplistic design, the IWC embodies elegance in an understated fashion. Celebrities spotted wearing an IWC Portofino include Emily Ratajkowski and Kate Mara.

Have A Luxury Watch You’d Like To Sell?

Some celebrities’ watch collections are valued at millions of dollars, and if they ever were in need, they could certainly make a lot of money by selling their watches. If you have a luxury watch you’re looking to sell, look no further than Global Gold and Silver. We have three stores in the New York and New Jersey area, and best of all, we offer a 110% price guarantee so you can be sure you’ll always get the best deal. You can even sell online for your convenience – we have a trustworthy system in place to make sure your watches are taken good care of. Chat with us today!
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For nearly two centuries, Cartier has been adorning the crowns and wrists of royalty in France and the UK. King Edward VII of England referred to Cartier as "the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers”. More recently, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has been spotted wearing the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch. Cartier is associated with royalty, and wearing a Cartier watch can certainly make you feel like a king or queen.


The History of Cartier

Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by master jeweler Louis-François Cartier. The family business was carried on by his son Alfred, and eventually his grandsons, Pierre, Louis, and Jacques. Rooted in jewelry making such as crafting crowns for royal ceremonies, Cartier also made jewelry watches and pocket watches. Innovation came in 1904 when Louis Cartier designed a flat wristwatch with a distinctive square bezel for his friend, the Brazilian pioneer aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. Thus, the “Santos” was Cartier's first men's wristwatch.

Cartier Iconography

There are several types of imagery often associated with Cartier. First and foremost is the panthère (based on the spotted designs, panther here seems to refer more to the cheetah), the contribution of Jeanne Toussaint in 1914, representing feminine elegance, independence, and free-thinking temperament. The panthère remains iconic of Cartier to this day. Also prominent is the image of flora, most enhanced by the jeweler’s garland style designs, as well as a menagerie of fauna, from birds in full flight, to the exotic safari animals of Africa, sacred animals from Egypt, and dragons and chimera from Asia.

The Cartier Collections

Ever in pursuit of the elusive perfection of aesthetic excellence, Cartier possesses a wide range of designs. They can be seen in their various collections:


	
Santos de Cartier (men’s)
	
Panthère de Cartier (women’s)
	
Tank
	
Ronde de Cartier
	
Drive de Cartier (men’s)
	
Ballon Bleu de Cartier
	
Ballon Blanc de Cartier (women’s)
	
Calibre de Cartier (men’s)
	
Crash (women’s)
	
Tortue
	
Clé de Cartier
	
Baignoire (women’s)
	
Rotonde de Cartier (men’s)
	
Hypnose (women’s)


Selling Your Cartier Wristwatch

With a longstanding reputation for producing the highest quality luxury jewelry and timepieces, Cartier products always fetch a good price and you should never have any trouble selling them. However, it is necessary to approach a trusted purchaser so that you do not lose out on your timepiece’s real value. Certified jewelers and gemologists who understand the true value of luxury goods would do proper research to accurately quote you for your items. One such institution is Global Gold and Silver, with certified gemologists at each of their three stores in New York and New Jersey, as well as high praise on the Better Business Bureau and positive reviews on Yelp and Citysearch. They even have a 110% price match guarantee so you know you will definitely get the best deal. Contact Global Gold and Silver today for a quote, or visit their website to find out more!
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                    [title] => Luxury Watch Brand Spotlight: Breitling
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Amongst luxury watch aficionados, Breitling is firmly positioned as the makers of precision chronometers designed for aviators. Based in Grenchen, Switzerland, Breitling watches often come to mind for delivering top quality products and also carrying a great deal of status.


The Legacy of Breitling

Breitling SA was founded in Saint-Imier, Bernese Jura by the master watchmaker Léon Breitling in 1884. Focusing on chronographs, which were increasingly in demand at the time for industrial, scientific, and military use as well as athletic organizations, Léon Breitling was constantly innovating and setting the standard for watches. Amongst his innovations were a chronograph model which included a pulsograph, featuring a logarithmic scale ideal for measuring a patient’s heart rate, as well as a tachymeter which could measure any speed between 15 and 150km/h, eventually employed by police to check drivers for speeding.

In 1915, Léon Breitling’s son Gaston made history by launching one of the world’s first chronographs with a separate push-piece above the watch’s crown. The company eventually went on to patent the design with two push-pieces, allowing users of the stopwatch to measure multiple times in sequence, and birthing the button-pressing click on stopwatches that we are so used to today. Breitling only began introducing watches for civilian use around 1943.

Breitling In Society

During the World War II, Breitling watches became the staple for the Royal Air Force. Astronaut Scott Carpenter helped design a new version of the Navitimer watch with a 24-hour dial which he used during his mission aboard the Aurora 7 spacecraft. In the 1965 film Thunderball, James Bond played by Sean Connery wore a special Top Time watch which helped him locate stolen missiles underwater. Countless other celebrities have sported a Breitling on their wrists, including actress Raquel Welch, jazz legend Miles Davis, and Formula 1 drivers Jim Clark and Graham Hill.

The Breitling Collections

There are several collections for you to peruse, catering to individuals of distinct tastes. They are:


	
Navitimer – the legendary aviation timepieces
	
Superocean – for professional and leisure divers
	
Transocean – perfect for travelers
	
Chronomat – bold design created for the Italian Air Force’s elite
	
Professional – multifunctional timepieces for adventurers


Selling Your Breitling Chronograph

Breitling timepieces, with their incredibly long history, are known to have a high resale value. If you have a Breitling on hand you no longer want to keep, it is important to speak to a professional, reliable jewelry purchaser so as to avoid getting cheated. Global Gold and Silver are backed up by the Better Business Bureau, and also receive large amounts of praise from satisfied customers on Yelp and Citysearch. For sellers in New York and New Jersey, it could be very convenient for you to drop by a Global Gold and Silver store (there are three in the area) and speak to a certified gemologist. Check out our store locations, and you can also sell by mail if you find that more convenient for yourself. We specialize in purchasing luxury watches, even providing repair services if your watch is no longer working. You can be sure your watch will be in good hands with Global Gold and Silver.
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                    [title] => Luxury Watch Brand Spotlight: Rolex
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Rolex is one of the biggest names in luxury watches. Made by Swiss company Rolex SA with headquarters in Geneva, the fabled city of watch experts of the world, Rolexes have a solid reputation of being among the best watches the world has to offer. Rolex is the single largest luxury watch brand and produces about 2,000 watches per day.


The Rolex Story

The history of Rolex lies in the vision of Hans Wilsdorf, its founder. In 1905, Wilsdorf partnered with his brother-in-law Alfred Davis to create Rolex SA, initially based in London. Wilsdorf registered the trademark “Rolex” in 1908 and opened an office in Switzerland. According to the book The Best of Time: Rolex Wristwatches: An Unauthorized History, written by Jeffrey P. Hess and James Dowling, the name ‘Rolex’ itself was a made up word which Wilsdorf said could be easily pronounced in any language and looked good on the face of a watch.

Powerful Partnerships

The Rolex brand has a strong presence in many sporting events, in the equestrian, golfing, motor sporting, tennis, and yachting fields. Rolex has also supported various pursuits in the arts, cinema, architecture, science and exploration. Such partnerships have put Rolex firmly in the position of a backer of pursuits beyond the mundane; certainly, a watch for the individual who pursues the highest forms of success.

The Rolex Watches

With over a century of watchmaking experience, Rolex has a wide variety of products, listed below:


	
Air-King
	
Cellini
	
Day-Date
	
Datejust
	
Datejust II
	
Datejust 41
	
Daytona
	
Explorer II
	
Explorer
	
GMT Master
	
GMT-Master II
	
Lady-Datejust
	
Milgauss
	
Oyster Perpetual
	
Pearlmaster
	
Sea-Dweller
	
Sky-Dweller
	
Submariner
	
Yacht-Master
	
Yacht-Master II


With such a wide range of products, it wouldn’t be difficult to find something that caters to your taste.

Selling Your Rolex Timepiece

An authentic Rolex luxury timepiece can fetch a very high price. If you are looking to part with a Rolex, be sure to consult with a trusted jewelry buyer, to get a specialist appraisal of the actual value of your item. Global Gold and Silver have 15 years of experience,and have certified gemologists at each of the three stores around the New York and New Jersey areas to give you a proper evaluation of your watch.

Global Gold and Silver are listed on the Better Business Bureau with nothing but positive comments, and also receive praise from satisfied customers on online listings such as Yelp and Citysearch. With Global Gold and Silver, you can be sure to be offered the highest price your watch is worth, taking into consideration various factors affecting value such as historical value and market trends, and not just the melt value of the materials of the watch. Many sellers have received high prices for their watches, some even fetching over $10,000 for their secondhand watch. Find out more about selling your watch, and see how much others have received for their watches.
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What makes the difference between a $20 watch and a $10,000 luxury timepiece? More than just the materials used, and branding! When you get down to the history of watchmaking, you will learn the difference. In 16th Century Europe, watchmakers created wearable timepieces with technology evolved from spring-driven clocks. Watches have been powered by an ever-increasing complexity of springs, gears and other components for 600 years hence. Only watchmakers with highly specialized skills could craft something to complex and beautiful – and that price, of course, was factored into the watch’s selling price. Today, most watches are made with quartz crystals and run on electricity and are much faster and less skill intensive to make. Luxury timepieces are priced according to these factors:


Superior Level of Craftsmanship

It takes a keen eye and a knowledgeable wearer to know the high level of craftsmanship that goes into each and every luxury timepiece. Crafting a watch is a unique skill, and with the prevalence of cheap knockoffs these days, there are fewer and fewer of these highly skilled craftsmen around. Paying for a watch also supports the talents of these artisans.

High-Quality Materials

Luxury timepieces often come in gold, silver, titanium, or with high-quality leather straps. It’s no surprise then that a gold watch would cost much more than a silver one, all other factors equal, just by the value of the materials alone. The good news is, this actually factors into you receiving a high price for it should you be thinking about selling your watch.

Scarcity of the Brand or Model

As luxury watches are not mass produced, there are only so many of these works of art made per year. Due to this scarcity, each individual timepiece can often fetch up to tens of thousands of dollars. Vintage watches have their own value as well, and in fact the scarcity increases as some watches inevitably get lost or broken, hence the value to collectors tends to increase.

Fashion Trends

When dealing in works of art, as luxury timepieces are often considered, prices tend to depend strongly on what’s in trend – or “in vogue”, as we sometimes say. A luxury watch could be worn by a famous celebrity and suddenly the price would shoot up as public attention and hence demand for the watch increases. Furthermore, there is always a rise and fall in the interest of vintage items, including vintage timepieces. A watch made in the 1970s could be of great interest to a collector or vintage lover who has money to pay for it.

A luxury timepiece in your possession could fetch a hefty sum. Should you ever consider selling it, you should always go to a trusted jewelry buyer who specializes in the appraisal and purchasing of luxury items. In the NY and NJ area, a good specialist to turn to would be Global Gold and Silver. Many sellers have parted with their watches for a good price with us. Find out more about selling your watch, and you can even check out how much others have received for their watches.
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