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When people think of alternative investments, art, wine and gold usually come to mind first. Over the past decade, however, two segments of the luxury market have proven they can hold their own against traditional assets: watches and handbags. At Mint Value we operate in both worlds – our Prague boutique carries Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet timepieces alongside Hermès Birkin bags. So how do the two markets compare? Two markets, one principle: scarcity   The underlying logic is the same on both sides. Value is created not by materials or the boutique price, but by the gap between demand and availability. ...

When a classic twelve-cylinder engine is assembled in Maranello, what happens there is remarkably close to what goes on in the workshops of Geneva’s watchmakers. Hands guided by experience and decades of tradition put together a mechanism that is not merely meant to work, but to work beautifully. In both cases, the result is a machine that outlives its maker and its owner – one whose value grows with time rather than fading. It is no coincidence that watch collectors so often gravitate towards classic cars. Anyone who has fallen for mechanical watches usually understands classic Maranello machines too. It is one and the same passion – worn...

Selling a luxury watch is a transaction that deserves professional expertise, discretion and fair dealing. At Mint Value, we have designed the entire buying process to be transparent, fast and as convenient as possible for you. In this article, we walk you through how it works – from first contact to the payment of the agreed amount. Which watches we buy   We specialise in watches in excellent condition from Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, Rolex and Vacheron Constantin. If you own a model from another prestigious manufacture, please contact us – we will be glad to assess it individuall...

At Mint Value, we believe that every detail matters — from the products we select to the way we connect with our customers. That is why we are excited to introduce our new blog section. Here you will find updates about our latest collections, practical tips for choosing the right products, and behind-the-scenes stories about our work and vision. Our goal is simple: to share knowledge, inspire confidence, and keep you informed about the trends and innovations that shape our industry. This first post marks the beginning of a new journey where we can stay closer to you, our valued community. Stay tuned — new articles are on the way very soon...