Watch Appraisal: Why It Matters and How to Get One

If you own a luxury watch, whether it’s a Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, or another high-end brand, getting a professional appraisal is essential. Whether you’re looking to sell, insure, or simply understand its value, an expert appraisal ensures you know exactly what your timepiece is worth. Pacific Jewelry & Watches, a trusted watch appraiser and buyer in Brentwood, California, provides expert evaluations backed by industry knowledge and experience.

Why Get a Watch Appraisal?

A watch appraisal is more than just a price estimate—it’s a professional assessment of your timepiece’s authenticity, condition, and market value. Here’s why getting one is important:

  • Accurate Pricing for Selling – If you’re looking to sell your watch, knowing its fair market value helps ensure you get the best possible price.
  • Insurance Purposes – Insurers require professional appraisals to determine replacement value in case of loss, theft, or damage.
  • Estate Planning & Legal Documentation – Appraisals are often necessary for estate settlements, divorces, and asset valuation.
  • Authenticity Verification – An appraisal can confirm whether your watch is genuine, especially for high-end brands that are commonly counterfeited.

Ready to have your watch appraised? Contact Pacific Jewelry & Watches today.

How Watch Appraisals Work

A professional watch appraisal follows a detailed evaluation process. At Pacific Jewelry & Watches, every watch is assessed based on the following factors:

  1. Brand & Model: Luxury brands like Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and Cartier hold significant value, with some models being more desirable than others.
  2. Material & Design: The type of metal (gold, platinum, titanium) and features (diamonds, complications) affect the price.
  3. Movement & Functionality: Mechanical watches, automatic movements, and chronographs are examined for precision and condition.
  4. Age & Condition: A well-maintained vintage watch may be more valuable than a newer model in poor condition. Scratches, replaced parts, and service history all play a role.
  5. Original Packaging & Documentation: Having the original box, papers, and certificates can increase the value significantly.

After a thorough inspection, Pacific Jewelry & Watches provides a detailed appraisal document that outlines the watch’s specifications, condition, and market value.

Contact Pacific Jewelry & Watches to have your watch appraised – same-day appointments are available.

Where to Get Your Watch Appraised

For accurate and trustworthy appraisals, it’s essential to visit a certified professionalPacific Jewelry & Watches in Brentwood, California, specializes in luxury watch appraisals and purchases. Their expertise ensures that your timepiece is evaluated fairly, whether you’re selling it or insuring it.

Selling Your Watch After an Appraisal

Once you have your appraisal, you may decide to sell your watch. Pacific Jewelry & Watches offers competitive, on-the-spot offers for luxury timepieces. By selling directly to an experienced buyer, you can avoid the risks and delays of private sales and online marketplaces.

Get Your Watch Appraised Today

Whether you need an appraisal for insurance, estate planning, or selling, trust Pacific Jewelry & Watches for expert evaluations. Their team provides transparent, professional assessments to help you make informed decisions about your valuable timepiece. Visit their Brentwood, California location today for a consultation and discover the true value of your watch.

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Bianca Silva
Rated 5.0
February 3, 2026

We were very happy with the ring appraisal service. I didn’t realize an appointment was required, but they were incredibly attentive and accommodating to both me and my fiancé. The process was smooth, quick, and professional—highly recommend.

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Danelle N.
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January 27, 2026

We had an excellent experience with Paul at Pacific Jewelry & Watches. He was efficient, kind and honest. I will recommend to everyone I know that this is...

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Geok Wa Yutan
Rated 5.0
January 23, 2026

Paul was very friendly and professional.He examined my items carefully, describing the items and we learned a lot from him being certified gemologist with lots of experience.Highly recommended!

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Thomas M.
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January 19, 2026

Paul is a very straight up and fair dealer I will be doing much more future business. He prices are competitive and he wants his clients to win just the...

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Tina Segler
Rated 5.0
January 12, 2026

I had a very positive experience with Paul. He appraised two pieces of my jewelry. I had verified values with another appraiser. Paul offered me a much better price and also confirmed a bracelet which I thought was good costume turned out to be gold. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Paul's services in the future.

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Debbie Purcell
Rated 5.0
January 10, 2026

Paul was extremely courteous and helpful. I feel I received a fair and honest appraisal for my miscellaneous jewelry and other items.

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Samantha Gold
Rated 5.0
January 9, 2026

Paul is great! Very friendly and knowledgeable. I was able to bring gold and jewellery I wasn’t using anymore for a fair appraisal. Will definitely use Paul in the future!

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Barbara S.
Rated 5.0
January 7, 2026

Paul was so helpful and clearly gave us good offers. I would definitely recommend. It was hard to sell heirlooms and he couldn't have been nicer.

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Daniel Rodriguez
Rated 5.0
December 30, 2025

I came to sell gold and Paul was great! He is fair, transparent, and fast. I will be back whenever I need to sell jewelry in the future. Thanks Paul!

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Daniel R.
Rated 5.0
December 30, 2025

I came to sell gold and Paul was great! He is fair, transparent, and fast. I will be back whenever I need to sell jewelry in the future. Thanks Paul!

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Leland Felsenthal
Rated 5.0
December 26, 2025

Great prices and honest and straightforward transactions!

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Carol Goodkind
Rated 5.0
December 12, 2025

My meeting with Paul of Pacific Jewelry and Watches could not have been better. I brought in a box of jewelry that I inherited but had no need for. Although the stones weren't real, the gold in some of this was, and I left Paul's office with a considerable amount of money. Paul was very pleasant to do business with, I think primarily due to his strong knowledge base in both metals and gems. He was informative, he explained how his tools worked, and what he was looking for. And in the end I got a bunch of money for stuff that I had no need for. This is a strong recommendation.

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Claire Clayton
Rated 5.0
December 11, 2025

Very quick, kind, and efficient appraisal. Will gladly use Paul for all future appraisal needs

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Aram Minasyan
Rated 5.0
December 5, 2025

Very experienced and knowledgeable expert!!!

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N R
Rated 5.0
November 29, 2025

Very nice guy and is knowledgeable in his profession. Would refer him to a friend and would do business with him again.

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Cayce Cage
Rated 5.0
November 25, 2025

I highly recommend Paul! Over the years he has provided jewelry repair and appraisals for me. He is thorough, professional, knowledgeable, timely and personable. I trust him implicitly.

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Barbara Smith
Rated 5.0
November 23, 2025

Paul is a lovely man who clearly knows his business. He explained everything we needed to know and gave us fair prices for our gold pieces as well as silver. I wouldn’t hesitate for a minute to return.

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Denise Tabor
Rated 5.0
November 8, 2025

Comfortable experience. Felt like family.

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Denise T.
Rated 5.0
November 7, 2025

Very professional. Explained everything. Answered all of my questions easily. A smooth and easy experience.

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Miky Nahm
Rated 5.0
November 5, 2025

Great experience, smooth and helpful, thanks 😊