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We have unique experience in buying, trading and selling estate jewellery. We have hundreds of previously owned items such as: diamond rings, gold coins, bracelets, earrings, pendants etc. Call or visit our store if there is a particular item you are looking for.
December 22, 2025
2002 Tag Heuer 2000 Classic Automatic WK2117-0 37mm, box & papers. $1,300.00 CAD. 520-00170
Sometimes the commonplace can become rare over time. Tag-Heuer is one of the world’s most popular brands of sports watches and we see a steady supply of their capable products come through our estate department. The 2000 Classic was a series of diver models offered in a variety of sizes, powered by either battery operated quartz or automatic winding movements.
For one reason or another we almost never see automatic examples of the popular line. It is rare to see an automatic and much more so feature a one owner model with box and endorsed Canadian paperwork. The beautiful blue dial takes it to another level of scarcity.
This versatile watch is a modest, comfortable 37mm diameter and weighs 133 grams. It comes with all the regular diver features of one way ratchetting timer bezel, lab-grown sapphire crystal, threaded crown, threaded case back, locking buckle with diver’s extension, handy calendar, and luminous hands/markers.
The automatic versions of these watches displayed an applied shield shaped metal logo instead of the familiar green and red logo seen on the quartz models of the era.
This rare blue dial exampled is accompanied by the original endorsed warranty card by long time Toronto area Damiani Jewellers.
The 2000 series of watches is still in production but today they are known as the Aquaracer. A modern Aquaracer automatic in blue comes with a retail price of $5,400.00. A vintage 2000 Classic like this is a genuine rarity and we feel an outstanding value that is always welcomed back on trade for something more exotic. The watch is running great and keeping good time. Including our 1-year warranty this watch is estate priced at $1,300.00 CAD. Stock #520-00170.
December 21, 2025
18kt. puzzle piece bracelet 20 grams, 7 1/2 inches, 6.6mm. $4,500.00 CAD. 441-00434
We’ve described complex jewellery designs with intricate components as being built with puzzle piece precision; but this is the first bracelet we’ve seen with actual puzzle piece shaped links. The only thing holding each link to the next is the precision of the interlocking parts.
Leave it to the Italians to come up with such a complex manufacturing technique. I have no idea of the actual process used to produce something like this, but the results are beautiful. The bracelet even has an engineered bias to only flex in one direction to circle the wrist. A bespoke oversized lobster clasp secures this exotic bracelet.
It measures 7 1/2 inches in total length and 6.6mm x 4.9mm in oval cross section.
Crafted from premium 18 karat gold in rich yellow and bright white gold that has been treated to a sandblasted finish for maximum contrast.
The bracelet is in excellent condition, the only evidence of wear is a small portion on rhodium plating wearing thin on the end links by the clasp. This substantial bracelet weighs in at over 20 grams and feels great on the wrist as it conforms to every contour. This Italian masterpiece is estate priced at $4,500.00 CAD. 441-00434.
December 20, 2025
2008 Rolex Milgauss 116400 40mm (retired model) with Everest strap. $12,000.00 CAD. 505-00229
After a relatively short model run of around 16 years, the Rolex Milgauss has once again been retired. The first version debuted in 1956 looking very similar to a Submariner, complete with a rotating bezel. In the mid-1960s Rolex tried again to revive some interest in the Milgauss giving it a more specific look, this time without the rotating bezel. These models were also not terribly well received staying in the background for many years. In a “third time is the charm” attempt at the Milgauss, Rolex reintroduced the 116400 in 2007. This model lasted until 2023 when once again the Milgauss was retired from the Professional lineup.
The Milgauss is indeed an unusual watch and perhaps the most specialized of any Rolex. The original 1950s Milgauss was introduced as an answer to problems encountered when mechanical watches were exposed to strong magnetic fields. The introduction of the Milgauss allowed scientists, engineers, and technicians to wear a watch while working in environments with extreme magnetic fields.
Without magnetic protection, performing your job in strong magnetic fields would render a regular watch useless or unreliable at best. Rolex has gone to extraordinary measures in order to shield the calibre 3131 from the effects of magnetism. A special inner liner inside the Oyster case made from a proprietary Rolex blend of metals keeps the movement running within chronometer specifications when exposed to extreme magnetic fields.
The orange lightning bolt seconds hand, orange text, and orange markers give this otherwise generic-looking watch its own quirky character. The orange pigment of the hour markers causes the luminous material to phosphoresce a different, more subdued colour than the regular green glow of the hands.
The bulky case is much thicker than any other basic Oyster measuring a little over half an inch thick. Our latest Milgauss is the least encountered of the last generation with its bright white dial. The polished/brushed finish bracelet shows no sag or stretch in any of the Oyster links.
The previous owner added an orange Everest strap to the watch for a more casual look that pairs perfectly with the orange highlights of the dial.
This watch is in excellent condition displaying only minor scuffs and scratches on the case and bracelet. These minor blemishes could easily be polished away by one of our onsite goldsmiths in only a day or two.
The Canadian delivery watch was originally purchased in Alberta, May 1st, 2008 according to the dated warranty card and original sales receipt.
The watch also includes the inner/outer boxes, instructions, chronometer hag tag, plus other documents and accessories.
Including our 1-year warranty this collectible Rolex is estate priced at $12,000.00. Stock #505-00229.
December 19, 2025
4.50ct. tw. natural diamond tennis bracelet (SI-H), 16 grams, 18 karat, 7.5 inches. $7,000.00 CAD. 171-00121
If you’re like me, it’s hard to get excited about lab-grown diamonds. As a product of technology it’s hard not to appreciate them, but they fall short when it comes to emotion. They are made in massive off shore factories in only a few weeks; produced in almost unlimited numbers, in whatever size the next order calls for. Modern technology has progressed to the point where they are almost always ultra high clarity, DEF colour, with an excellent cut. The only thing exciting about lab-grown diamonds is the price. We regularly see high quality lab-grown diamonds with prices of less than $100.00 per carat USD! Searching around the internet shows tennis bracelets with lab-grown diamonds are mostly being made using cheap sterling silver these days. It’s too bad many manufacturers are producing the absolutely cheapest product possible. This estate bracelet is none of that.
It was crafted using mother nature grown natural diamonds that are believed to be at least 1 billion years old, and likely needed millions of years to grow deep within the earth’s crust. The bracelet is made from premium 18 karat white gold (and a generous amount of it) weighing close to half an ounce not including the diamonds. 57 hand set round brilliant cut diamonds each measuring around 2.8mm diameter are securely set in traditional four prong double gallery settings. The bracelet measures 3.2mm wide and 7.5 inches long overall. It is in excellent condition showing little to no wear.
We didn’t even bother to polish it, just a hot ultrasonic cleaning and it’s ready to be enjoyed by the next person who values earth grown diamonds and premium quality gold. The stones are well matched of SI average clarity, H colour, and good to very good cut. Made in Italy to the usual high standards associated with jewellery from this region, each link is tightly connected to the next with no play or wiggle in the joints. It is secured with a plunger type clasp with simple side safety clasp. This significant total diamond weight estate tennis bracelet is estate priced at $7,000.00 CAD. Stock 171-00121.
December 18, 2025
2022 Rolex Datejust 41 126300 Wimbledon $14,000.00 CAD. 505-00253
Rolex and tennis have had an official association dating back to 1978 when they became the official timer of Wimbledon. Rolex and prestigious sporting events go hand in hand. Our newest estate Rolex has unofficially acquired its nickname “The Wimbledon” among the Rolex enthusiast community. This version is a lightly worn 2022 model in original condition.
I strongly suspect the unusual dial combination of printed two-tone Roman numbers against a rhodium sunburst radial finish, would have come and gone with little fanfare as merely a DateJust II experiment if it was not for the unofficial promotion generated over the past number of years from the curious dial and nickname. The original Datejust II was discontinued after only a few years but the peculiar dial has carried on with the latest Datejust 41 126300 and it is now sought after model. The basic rhodium dial has always been a consistent seller but adding the printed Roman numerals was a curious departure for the uber-conservative Rolex brand. The green framed, black Roman numerals are painted on so thick they actually have height.
And what’s with that giant single luminous marker at 9:00 o’clock? To some, it balances the 3:00 o’clock date aperture; to others, it just looks out of place. In the dark, you’ll need to train your eyes to realize this point of reference is 9:00 o’clock, not 12:00 o’clock.
Either way, you look at it, this is a striking dial that is sure to get noticed. This example comes with the smooth stainless steel casual looking bezel. The “Wimbledon” model in all its variations really began its rise to popularity when Rolex ambassador Roger Federer was pictured wearing a version at one of his many victories.
Our latest estate Rolex also features the popular and sporty Oyster link bracelet. Concealed under the buckle is the Rolex “EasyLink”. This clever link allows a 5mm extension for those days when a touch more room makes the perfect fit.
A 41mm Rolex with a hard to find dial is a look the market is seeking, as these sell on the secondary market for a premium over new. Our watch is completely original and 100% untouched, it has never been polished or touched up in any way. It shows very minor scuffs and scratches from careful use that could easily be polished away should you want the watch to be perfect.
It was rarely worn by a long time client of Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers who wore it in rotation with other watches from his collection. A fully endorsed warranty card plus all the original packaging and documents are included with the purchase.
The factory warranty will cover the next owner until June 2027. It comes with inner/outer boxes, instructions, endorsed warranty card, a service booklet, a foam box liner, both hang tags, Rolex polishing cloth, white cardboard box sleeve and even a Rolex shopping bag (not pictured). This difficult to find model is estate priced at $14,000.00 CAD. Stock #505-00253.
