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Kaplans Auktioner

Sweden’s Premier Auction House Blending Tradition with Innovation What started as a humble goldsmith’s workshop in 1946 quickly grew into a renowned name in fine jewelry, craftsmanship, and auctions. Nestled in the heart of Stockholm, Kaplans has earned its reputation as Sweden’s go-to auction house for jewelry, fine watches, and collectibles. With a legacy spanning decades, Kaplans has masterfully blended traditional auctions’ elegance with the … Continue reading Kaplans Auktioner

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Other Watchy Bits, Time

Other Watchy Bits: A Brief History of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

In the 1970s, many Swiss brands were in financial chaos with the rise of the Quartz movement coming from Japanese manufacturers. Hence, this period in watchmaking was deemed “the quartz crisis.” Audemars Piguet realized it needed to design a watch that would put a stick in the spokes of Quartz, or it would be the end. When hearing from members of Italian markets and their … Continue reading Other Watchy Bits: A Brief History of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

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