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Year-End Watch Auctions Heat Up with Vintage, Luxury, and Smart Pieces
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Starting today, the market is buzzing with a flurry of watch auctions that close over the next week. The earliest deadline is a Certified Genuine Watch-Liquidation auction that ends on December 26, offering a range of high‑end pieces. That same day, a Boxing Day Automatic auction also wraps up, featuring a selection of designer watches alongside other items.

The following day, December 27, a second Boxing Day auction continues the momentum, presenting additional timepieces for bidders to consider.

December 28 sees a surge of activity. A dedicated watch auction hosted by a Canadian numismatic firm showcases a curated collection of timepieces, while a live “End of the Year” watch auction draws attention with its special starting bids. Sharpless Auctions adds a tech‑focused twist, highlighting smart watches alongside lifestyle goods. Helios Auctions and Dyonne Enchères also conclude on this date, each featuring a blend of classic and contemporary watches.

On December 29, two timed events that originally included broader categories now spotlight watches as a key segment. One auction, known for its 20th‑century focus, and a Christmas Collectables sale both end, offering collectors a final chance to acquire coveted models before the holidays.

The final pre‑new‑year deadline arrives on December 30. A live interior‑design sale, a Tolkien-themed book auction, and a private collection sale all close, each listing watches among their highlights. Meanwhile, an online auction dedicated to fine men’s watches also concludes, emphasizing the continued demand for both vintage and modern luxury pieces.

A single auction wraps up on December 31, marking the close of the year with a final opportunity for bidders.

Looking ahead into 2026, the calendar is packed with specialty watch events. Notable among them are McTear’s Rare & Vintage Watch sale, a Swatch‑focused auction by Charterhouse, and a two‑day Silver, Jewellery & Watches auction by a north‑east house. Additional offerings include vintage watch collections, luxury timepieces, and mixed‑category sales that still feature watches prominently. The trend points to a growing appetite for both heritage models and cutting‑edge smart watches, with online platforms expanding access and live events maintaining the excitement of in‑person bidding.

Based on 241 digest summaries · Generated December 26, 2025

Kimberley Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Kimberley Auctions is hosting an auction of fine jewellery and watches on January 5, 2026, featuring items such as Patek Philippe Chronograph watches, an Emerald Sapphire Diamond Set Gold Bracelet, and an Emerald Diamond Ring.

Drouot

December 26, 2025 —

Cadmore Auctions is hosting DAY 2 of the Boxing Day Automatic Auction featuring jewellery, designer items, watches, militaria, and Asian antiques on December 27, 2025, at 03:00 PM in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. Helios Auctions will conduct Auction 80: THE END OF THE YEAR SALE on December 28, 2025, at 05:00 PM in New York, United States. Dyonne Enchères in Tonnerre, France, will hold two auctions on December 28, 2025: one at 02:00 PM featuring jewellery by Jean Després, antique and modern jewellery, branded jewellery, and watches, and another at 11:00 AM offering gold and silver coins, designer fashion accessories, and coins sold by designation.

LiveAuctioneers

December 26, 2025 —

Prestige Auction Galleries is hosting a Certified Genuine Jewelry & Watch-Liquidation on December 26, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST. Art Legacy Auctions will hold a Fine Art Holiday Auction on December 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. Keystone Auction LLC is offering Estate Jewelry, Antiques, Art, and Collectibles on December 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST. Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books will auction Antique Maps & Prints on December 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST. Gold Standard Auctions is conducting the December 27th Boston Banker Coin Auction on December 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. Gallery Auctions will present December MEGA Mid Century + Modern Design on December 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST. Southern Collectibles LLC is having an ESTATE FINAL CLEARANCE AUCTION on December 29, 2025, at 8:30 PM EST. Nadeau's Auction Gallery will host the 2026 Annual New Year's Day Auction Day 1 on January 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Ararity Auctions is holding Ararity's New Years Day Auction on January 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Block Auction House will present Final Lap: Sports & Racing $10 Starting Bids on January 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. The Buddha Gallery is hosting Buddha New Year Auction Day 2 on January 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. Art Legacy Auctions will conduct a Fine Art Auction on January 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Gallery Auctions is offering French Antiques - Father & Son Shippers! on January 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.

Sotheby's London

December 26, 2025 —

Sotheby's London regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Auction House North East

December 26, 2025 —

Auction House North East is hosting a Two Day Silver, Jewellery & Watches Auction on January 7, 2026, and January 8, 2026. Additionally, a Modern & Contemporary Art Auction is scheduled for January 8, 2026.

Meridian

December 26, 2025 —

Meridian regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, electronics & gadgets. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Charterhouse Auction

December 26, 2025 —

Charterhouse Auction is hosting a sale on January 2, 2026, featuring three Swatch watches estimated to sell for over £20,000 and a collection of original oil paintings by Berrisford Hill. Another auction is scheduled for January 5, 2026, focusing on pictures, books, and maps.

Home

December 26, 2025 —

Home regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, electronics & gadgets. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Veiling

December 26, 2025 —

Veiling regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Silver Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Silver Auctions regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

羅芙奧藝術集團

December 26, 2025 —

羅芙奧藝術集團 regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, food & wine. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Artmark

December 26, 2025 —

Artmark regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Mallams

December 26, 2025 —

Mallams regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

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