Roseberys’ final Watches & Luxury Items auction of the year saw remarkable results across watches and luxury accessories, with nearly half a million pounds achieved and an impressive 80% sell-through rate.

“The results from this sale clearly demonstrate the strength and resilience of the watch market,” said Kate Lacey, Watches Specialist. “We’re seeing increasing participation from private collectors and investors, driven by a growing appreciation for iconic and complex timepieces. The high demand for both vintage and contemporary watches confirms a vibrant sector that is well-positioned for continued growth as we look ahead to 2026.”

Lot 665: IWC. A platinum automatic perpetual calendar split seconds wristwatch with box and papers
Price Realised: £14,432

Leading the watch section was an IWC platinum automatic perpetual calendar split seconds wristwatch, which sold for £14,432, well above its £6,000-£8,000 estimate. A complex and highly desirable watch, it features a perpetual calendar accurate until 2199 and a split-seconds chronograph. It attracted vigorous bidding both in the room and over the phones, ultimately securing a private UK buyer.

 

Lot 696: Gérald Genta. An 18ct gold retrograde jump hour wristwatch
Price Realised: £9,840

Another noteworthy highlight was Lot 696, a Gérald Genta retrograde jump hour wristwatch, which sold for £9,840, significantly surpassing its estimate of £2,000-£3,000. Genta’s playful yet masterful design continues to resonate strongly with collectors.

Lot 676: Concord. An 18ct gold diamond set quartz bracelet watch
Price Realised: £8,397

A Concord diamond-set quartz bracelet watch produced in 1985 achieved a price of £8,397 - more than double its high estimate. The brand rose to meteoric success during the quartz crisis of the 1970s and 1980s and was producing some of the most expensive quartz watches on the market. Renowned for its elegant, jewellery-inspired design, this model exemplifies the desirability of Concord’s 1980s pieces.

Lot 772: Chanel. Mini golden ball classic flap, of black smooth lambskin and gold tone hardware
Price Realised: £3,936

 

In the luxury items sections a Chanel mini golden ball flap bag sold for £3,936, significantly above its estimate, while a Virginie Viard black tweed jacket from the 2021 Cruise Collection achieved £2,624.

Lot 856: Philip Treacy. A Shearling Breton Hat
Price Realised: £472

The auction also featured a notable private collection of luxury clothes and accessories from the collection of British designer Philippa Saphir. The collection showcased a diverse range of pieces, including her own designs and millinery by Philip Treacy and Stephen Jones.