Prestige Valuations
London specialists authenticating Rolex and luxury watches, with same-day written reports and market valuations.
Buying guides
UK Watch Authenticators
Buying a pre-owned watch from a private seller or a third party? An independent authenticator will inspect the watch and confirm it is genuine, giving you peace of mind before money changes hands.
Below are independent watch authentication and verification services operating in the UK, with contact details and locations.
Independent authenticators
Fees vary by brand and depth of report. Always agree the scope in writing, and ask whether the check includes a stolen-watch database search as well as physical inspection.
Check My Watch
Postal and photo-based verification checking serial numbers, manufacturer records and stolen watch databases nationwide.
Finer Lux
Belgravia dealer offering standalone authentication reports covering reference, movement, dial, case and component originality.
The Watch Scholar
Adrian Hailwood, a leading independent expert providing authentication, valuation and expert-witness work for collectors and auction houses.
The Watch Register
The global database of lost, stolen and counterfeit watches — check any serial number before money changes hands.
Birmingham Assay Office
250-year-old independent testing house verifying precious metals, materials and components for watch brands and retailers.
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