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    TAG Heuer watches: buying guide

    TAG Heuer is known for motorsport chronographs and accessible Swiss luxury.

    Founded

    1860

    Based in

    La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland

    Typical UK second-hand price

    £800–£15,000+

    Heritage

    Edouard Heuer founded the brand in 1860. The Monaco, worn by Steve McQueen, was one of the first automatic chronographs.

    Iconic TAG Heuer models

    Vintage and collectible pieces

    Pre-1985 Heuer chronographs such as Carrera, Autavia and Monaco are highly collectible.

    Authentication and provenance

    Serial number: Caseback.

    What a full set includes: Box, warranty card and service history.

    Warning signs:

    • Chronograph subdials that don't work.
    • Wrong logo for the model's era.

    JewelleryTrader does not authenticate watches. Always have a high-value watch checked by an independent watchmaker or the brand before paying.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do TAG Heuer watches hold value?

    Modern models lose value faster than Rolex, but vintage Heuer chronographs have risen strongly.

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