Watches Auction

Clars is a trusted destination for collectors, consignors, and connoisseurs of fine timepieces. With decades of experience in watch appraisal, valuation, and consignment, our specialists connect extraordinary watches with discerning buyers through expertly curated auctions.

Whether you’re seeking a rare vintage watch, a luxury wristwatch, or looking for a reliable appraiser, our Bay Area auction house offers a seamless and professional experience from start to finish.


A Rolex Daytona chronograph wristwatch, ref. 6263.Sold: $75,000
A Rolex Daytona chronograph wristwatch, ref. 6263.
Sold: $75,000

A Tradition of Excellence in Watches

Our Watches department features an extensive range of timepieces, from historic pocket watches and mechanical marvels to contemporary masterpieces by leading global brands. Every auction presents an opportunity to own a watch that tells more than time, it tells a story.

Clars’ watch specialists are experienced in evaluating and handling watches across the following categories:

Sell Watches at Clars

Have a timepiece you’re considering parting with? Clars provides full-service support for selling your watch at auction, including:

We welcome single-owner pieces or entire collections for consignment. Our specialists work with you to determine market trends, estimate fair value, and recommend timing for sale.

Items we regularly consign include:

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Sale Highlights

Cartier, a 18k gold Monaco wristwatch.
Sold: $50,400

Specialist, Fine Jewelry & Watches

Campbell Unruh

Campbell Unruh is the Fine Jewelry & Watches Specialist at Clars. Prior to joining Clars, he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from RISD (Rhode Island School of Design) in 2020 in Jewelry Design and Metalsmithing.

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Buy Watches at Auction

Buying through Clars means gaining access to extraordinary watches backed by expert evaluation. We provide multiple flexible methods for acquiring your next timepiece.

Ways to Buy

Ways to Buy

Upcoming Auctions & Events

The Watches department regularly features in both standalone and mixed-category auctions throughout the year. Some events focus specifically on luxury watch auctions, while others include watches as part of seasonal jewelry and Gallery Auctions.

Clars also holds special thematic auctions around the holidays, ideal for gift buyers and collectors alike. Our events draw global interest, with competitive bidding from across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

We encourage interested buyers to schedule a preview or attend open house exhibitions at our gallery.

If you have inquiries, reach out to us. We look forward to assisting you with all your auction and appraisal needs!

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Explore All Jewelry & Timepieces

The Watches department is one part of Clars’ expansive Jewelry & Timepieces division. Other categories include:

We invite you to explore our full department to discover curated collections, rare finds, and exciting opportunities across all fine jewelry and watch categories.

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