Watch Authentication Service

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Want to know if your Timepiece is Authentic?

Our thorough watch authentication and assessment services give customers access to our professional judgment regarding the veracity of a premium timepiece as well as its market value.

These services can assist our clients in spotting fake or knockoff timepieces and insuring genuine timepieces for total peace of mind.

Our luxury watch experts will inspect your wristwatch to detail in order to determine its authenticity. With many years in the watch market, we work with the top brands like, Rolex, AP, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, Omega, etc.

We review the watch and any supplied box or papers for consistency with the stated reference. Replacement parts and aftermarket work require separate assessment; the scope and limits of the review depend on the information and inspection available.

Watch authentication in NYC and an initial remote review

Use the existing form to tell us the brand, model or reference and what you need checked. You can request an appointment at our New York Diamond District showroom or begin with photographs remotely. Our team will confirm the inspection needed, the scope, any applicable fee and timing before you proceed.

What to send and how the review works

Provide clear photographs of the dial, case back, sides, clasp and bracelet, plus the reference and any box, card or papers. Mention known repairs or modifications. A photo review can identify questions and next steps, but cannot establish every internal component or replace a physical movement inspection when one is needed. Do not open the case yourself for photographs.

What result to expect

Ask our team to confirm the format of the findings for your request and any limits caused by missing information or inaccessible parts. Brand authenticity, replacement parts and aftermarket modifications are separate questions. An authentication assessment is also separate from a watch value appraisal or a purchase offer.

Related selections and services

For a value opinion separate from originality, see the watch appraisal service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do i need to authenticate my timepiece?

In order to get your watch authenticated, you need to either fill out the form below with all the details of your timepiece, or bring the watch to our store, located at The Diamond District.

How long it takes to authenticate a watch?

Contact our team to confirm the turnaround time. It depends on the watch, the information supplied and whether a physical inspection is required. We will confirm the next step when reviewing your request.

Can I authenticate my watch online?

You can start remotely by sending the details and photographs through the form. A photo review is an initial step; a physical examination may be required to assess the movement, internal components or unresolved questions. Our team will confirm the scope and next steps.

How to authenticate a Rolex

Buying a pre-owned Rolex could be risky. Always ask for the card and papers of the timepiece in order to check that the serial number and information matches the documents. If you didn’t get the box and papers we recommend to get your timepiece analyzed by an expert jeweler like Luxury Watches USA.

What are the main elements to check for a legitimate wriskwatch?

We will inspect:

  • Papers
  • Card
  • Serial Number
  • Bezel
  • Crystal
  • Bracelet
  • Dial
  • Logos
  • Movement
  • Case Back
  • Date
  • Design Quality
  • Watch Weight

What is an authentic watch?

A timepiece made solely of original components unique to that model. It does not imply that every component is in the same condition as when it left the factory (for vintage watches). As “replacement” pieces, which may also be authentic brand parts, may be present in previously owned watches. These timepieces ought to be regarded as genuine as well. A watch is not considered totally authentic if it contains genuine brand parts that are incompatible with the particular model. A Rolex Submariner model dial on a Rolex Daytona type case, for instance.

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Upload at least 1 photo of your watch/item in any of the three slots. You may upload up to 3 photos, up to 3 MB each. Additional photos are optional.