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Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Is Now a Good Time to Invest in a Rolex?

With the recent economic downturn and many questions being raised about the efficacy of the stock market, investors and average folks are searching for alternative investments which may offer less volatility, more security and an ability to either appreciate or, at worst, retain value.

That's why many have turned to precious metals, gold, silver and platinum, as stores of wealth, but others are seeking opportunities in rarities, art, jewelry and selected collectibles. While the current rage is to melt jewelry into the base metal - which, in the case of gold is now over $900/ounce - may be a good idea for some jewelry, that is not suggested with a finely crafted high-quality timepiece, like a Rolex from www.bestoftime.com.

Luxury timepieces, watches and quality jewelry are prized and admired by everyone, and are an excellent store of value. A $5000 Rolex may not be worth $7000 in a year or two, but it certainly will not be valued at much less than original value, as opposed to stocks or other riskier investments, many of which have lost 50% or more over the past year.

A watch or piece of fine jewelry can also act as a hedge against inflation, much like gold or platinum, as most of these will have a generous component of at least one of the precious metals, and, in the case of watches, more than likely to have some gemstone value as well, in addition to the high degree of beauty and craftsmanship inherent in such items.

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