When it comes to luxury timepieces well-heeled individuals are willing to splash out some serious cash. That said, when funds are low and assets are high, owners often find themselves selling their designer watches in order to boost bank account funds.

Secure the best price for your luxury timepieces

As trusted high street pawn broking professionals, Prestige Pawnbrokers is able to offer you the best possible cash prices on haute horology. We base our offers on the highest market value which means that you’ll never have to settle for less than what your watch is worth. Often, this amounts to three times more than what our competitors are able to offer. With prices for luxury watches now at a record high, now is the perfect time to cash in your assets.

We’ve got an in-house team of timepiece experts with a wealth of experience in valuing luxury items. The highly experienced team of buyers are experts in the appraisal of all manner of luxury watches, from modern high fashion brands to antique wristwatches. Tag Heuer, A. Lange & Sohne, Cartier, Chanel, Rolex, Longines, Seiko, Zenith and more, we’re steeped in expertise.

Want to turn your luxury timepieces into instant cash? Get in touch with our friendly pawn star team today to kick-start the appraisal process.

In addition to offering sellers cash for luxury watches, we also retail a stunning range of timepieces via the online Prestige Pawnbrokers e-store. Here, you’ll find a collection of our most resplendent pieces, all accompanied by our in-house seal of authenticity. Here are some of our current faves:

CHANEL J12 Diamond Dial Chronograph

Luxurious yet practical, this Chanel stunner features self-winding mechanical chronograph movement for superlative accuracy and precision. The white ceramic bracelet is always on-trend while the price tag of £3,500 is sure to please.

Chopard Your Hour Ladies Quartz

This exclusive timepiece is the pinnacle of luxury, with its assembly of dazzling round cut diamonds set in a lush 18ct white gold bezel. When offset by the butter soft brown leather strap the effect is worth every penny of the £7,995 price tag.

Longines 18ct Gold Quartz Diamond Watch

Ladies will love this Longines knockout crafted with 18ct Gold, sparkling diamonds and a quartz face. Yours for a cool £1,125.

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Co-Axial Chronometer 600m

Want to wrap up the perfect gift for the special gent in your life? This Omega timepiece features scratch resistant sapphire glass and a myriad of features.

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Everyone loves to indulge in a little luxury – and why shouldn’t we, from time to time? But when it comes to luxury goods, there’s nothing worse than finding out your holy grail is in reality nothing but a tin cup. You want to make sure you’re getting what you’re expecting. How do you do this? If you want to make sure the bag you’ve fallen in love with won’t break your heart and turn out to be a dud, there are three things you should look out for.

The first is leather, leather, leather! The quality of the leather will tell you almost everything you need to know. Trust your senses: the way it looks, feels and smells. Your fingertips should glide across it. Breathe it in: good leather smells expensive, and you should be smelling money. The second thing to look out for is stitching. It should be consistent throughout the whole bag: you’re looking for straight lines and perfect little stitches. Finally, pay attention to the hardware: what does the quality of the buckles or stamping look like? And don’t forget the zip: it should look, and work, effortlessly.

If you want to get more specific, here’s a real life comparison between a Chanel and a Cha-NO. If you put an authentic Chanel bag next to a replica version, the differences start to become quite apparent. In this instance we’re using Chanel’s 10-inch classic flap bag as our example. One thing to take note of is how the bag packaged: is it still in the original dust bag? Looking at the bag itself, again, leather is always a main focus: the authentic Chanel is made from lambskin, known for its buttery-smooth look and feel. Back to hardware: both the real bag and a fake will feature the iconic double C turnstile lock, which fastens the bag shut. The fake, however, generally has thinner and slightly shorter Cs, whereas on the real bag they are slightly wider and longer, with a characteristic flat edge finish (fake Chanel hardware tends to have a rounded finish). Bear in mind that, when you’re looking at the lock, the right C should always overlap the left C hook. Looking closely look at the lock itself, on the left should be engraved ‘Chanel’, and on the right should be ‘Paris’.

Another thing to note is a mark that appears on one of the Cs – this simply tells you where your bag was made, and is nothing to worry about. Do take note of it, though – a mark on authentic bag tells you that the bag was made in France, and if you take a look inside, your bag should have a ‘made in France’ stamp. On a real Chanel, the ‘made in France’ stamp will be positioned directly opposite the Chanel stamp on the inside of the flap. The two would never be found together as ‘Chanel, made in France’, except in one special case: the stamp on the caviar leather version.

Remember that the second thing you should always look at is the stitching of the bag – and that a high stitch count equates to a high-end bag. With a designer bag, you should be able to count over 10 stitches per 1 inch. Makers of cheap fakes will try and cut corners with fewer stiches.

What about the lining? Does it look smooth and tight to the bag, with no lumps and bumps visible or perceptible when you run your hand along it? Also, the Chanel stamp should always sit 1 and half centimetres below the quilted C on the inside of the flap – does it?

Finally, one of the most popular and recognisable features of the Chanel is the chain and leather straps. The fact that the chain is gilded in 24-carat gold doesn’t hurt either – gold is good! So make sure you don’t get cheated. An authentic chain will be a brighter yellow, and weigh more, than the chain on a replica bag.

Most importantly, if you really want to ensure you’re getting the real deal, be particular about where you source your goods – cheap is probably not credible.

If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind gift for Christmas, you’ll love our stunning selection. And if you need a hand deciding on the perfect pressie, one of our team will be happy to help!

Whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend clearly wasn’t in on the infatuation ladies have with handbags. While totes and shoppers are must-have everyday essentials, evening antics call for something a little more refined. That’s where the clutch bag comes in. Simple, compact and oh so stylish, these petite purses are perfect for rocking at cocktail parties, the theatre, dinner dates and more. So which clutch bags are pulling at our heartstrings this season? Read on for a glimpse at some of our most stunning new additions.

Jimmy Choo Ubai Snakeskin Clutch Bag

The sensual snakeskin outer of this clutch is guaranteed to make any girl swoon. The provocative textured finish feels wonderful on the fingers, while the red and black colouring is downright sexy.

Balenciaga Agneau Giant 12 Gold Envelope Strap Clutch

At just £595, this Balenciaga belle is an absolute steal for any woman who loves to flaunt luxury leather goods. The buttery-soft, semi-distressed agneau leather features an exquisite texture that’s set off by slightly dulled gold tone fittings and zips for a touch of understated bling.

Barneys New York Alligator Clutch

Simply uttering the words ‘Barneys’ and ‘New York’ in the same sentence is a surefire way to get any girl’s heart beating faster. This clutch is crafted with tough alligator skin which keeps the contents safe, secure and, of course, ultra-stylish. Fancy a handbag? The 50cm removable strap turns this handheld purse into a shoulder bag in just seconds. Oh so versatile!

Chanel Quilted Caviar Leather O Case Clutch Makeup Bag

Store your lotions and potions in utter luxury with this gorgeous caviar calf leather makeup clutch featuring the classic Chanel diamond quilted pattern. A sparking gold tone CC emblem conceals a magnificent burgundy interior that screams royalty.

D&G Miss Sunflower Black Suede Clutch Bag

In search of something elegant yet extravagant? This D&G number is just the ticket. The silky-smooth suede is fabulously soft to the touch, while the subtle design ensures that the Miss Sunflower remains an icon of both quality and style. All for the preloved price of £495.

Bottega Veneta Nero Intrecciato SilkStretchKnot Clutch Bag

This clutch bag leans towards the smaller end of the scale, which makes it perfect to accessorise a little black dress that never fails to score a compliment or two. It’s an elongated version of the signature Knot clutch bag, and boasts incredible artisanal craftsmanship and luxurious intrecciato silk fabric.