British Police Auction Watches and Jewelry Seized from Criminals
February 04, 21
(IDEX Online) - A collection of high-end watches and jewelry seized from criminals by British police and valued at $1.1m is being auctioned off.
Among the 100-plus lots are 15 Rolex, Patek Philippe and Hublot watches and items of diamond jewelry by Cartier and Tiffany & Co.
They were were all reclaimed by UK police forces and Government agencies under the Proceeds of Crime Act, whereby convicted criminals must forfeit goods and cash.
The auction also features handbags by Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Gucci and other designers.
The online sale, by Newcastle-based Wilsons Auctions, closes tomorrow (5 February).
Pic shows some of the lots