The week leading up to the end of the year sees a flurry of watch-focused auctions across Europe and beyond. Bukowskis’ "Curated Timepieces December" sale, which closes on December 28, showcases a curated selection of contemporary and vintage watches, drawing collectors eager to secure pieces before the holiday rush. That same day, Sharpless Auctions runs its Showcase event, featuring a range of smart watches alongside traditional timepieces, offering bidders a blend of modern tech and classic horology. Two days later, on December 30, Kimberley Auctions presents its fine watch auction, highlighting a variety of high‑profile brands and unique models, positioning the sale as a must‑watch for enthusiasts seeking standout additions to their collections.
Looking ahead into 2026, several houses have earmarked dedicated watch events. Fellows Auctioneers plans a special watch and watch‑accessories session as part of its broader spring calendar, promising a diverse array of pieces from both historic and contemporary makers. Karl & Faber will host a vintage watch auction, emphasizing rare mechanical movements and limited‑edition releases. McTear’s schedules a "For the Collector: Rare & Vintage Watches" segment, catering to specialists interested in niche complications and heritage brands. Drouot’s Christmas Watch Auction, slated for the holiday season, will feature marquee names such as Cartier, Rolex and Omega, while Dore & Rees lists a "Silver, Watches & Jewellery" sale that includes a robust watch catalogue. Gardiner Houlgate’s specialist watch auction and Chiswick Auctions’ 2026 watch sale further underline the market’s momentum.
Across these events, trends emerge: a growing appetite for both cutting‑edge smart watches and meticulously restored vintage pieces, and an increasing number of online bidding platforms expanding access for global collectors. As the calendar turns, the watch auction circuit remains a vibrant arena for both seasoned investors and newcomers eager to explore the timeless allure of fine timekeeping.
Based on 83 digest summaries · Generated December 25, 2025
Sell Diamonds, Jewelry and Watches for the Best Price regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in tools & workshop, jewelry & watches. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
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.
Fortuna Auction is hosting a Holiday Luxury Sale featuring fine jewels, watches, and handbags with special starting bids reduced for the holidays. The auction is currently live, offering exceptional jewels, rare watches, and coveted designer handbags and other luxury accessories.
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.
John Pye Luxury Assets is hosting a luxury watch auction featuring items such as the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980/1R, Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1R, and Rolex Sky-Dweller 326933 on January 5, 2026.
Gardiner Houlgate regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, home & garden. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
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 regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
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.
Chiswick Auctions regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
Meridian regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, electronics & gadgets. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
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.
Sound Auction Service is hosting an online auction featuring fine men's watches, fitness items, and household goods from December 24 to December 30, 2025. Bidding closes at 5:30 PM on December 30.
Home regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, electronics & gadgets. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
Veiling regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
Silver Auctions regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
Kodner Galleries regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
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 regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.
Mallams regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, art & collectibles. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.