Arguably few retailers - if any - command more attention than Tiffany & Co. when their name appears on the dial of timepieces. Originally established in 1837 in Brooklyn, Connecticut, the firm soon abandoned the original definition of “stationary and fancy goods emporium” and focused on jewellery. The company has very longstanding ties with the most important watch brands, and it occasionally co-signs dials, dramatically increasing the appeal and collectability of the watch.

Such is the case for this example reference 16018, where the hallowed name is present above the COSC certification. Further increasing the attractiveness of the piece, in this instance the Tiffany signature adds balance to the overall design, as it adds a third line of text to the lower half of the dial, matching the three lines of text “Rolex / Oyster Perpetual / Datejust” present at 12 o’ clock.

The overall condition of the piece adds a final layer of appeal to this wristwatch: the sharpness of the ribbed bezel is fully matched by the condition of the case back engraving and hallmarks, and the dial as well is remarkably well-preserved. A most appealing detail is given by the luminous material, which has aged to a very intense, even and attractive vanilla hue.