Overview

• A rare 19th‑century Meissen vase with missing blossoms was valued at €6,000–7,000 yet sold to Susanne Steiger for €5,500 after the seller initially sought €20,000.
• An early WMF “ostrich” knife set appraised at €200 drew competitive bidding in the dealer room and went to Fabian Kahl for €510.
• A roughly 100‑year‑old 375‑gold Rolex ladies’ watch, estimated at €1,000–1,200, was purchased by Julian Schmitz‑Avila for €1,500.
• A 750‑gold mistletoe brooch with cultured pearls met the top estimate at €900 as Steiger bought it with the intention to rework it into a ring, which the expert cautioned could be delicate.
• The latest episodes highlighted how provenance, condition and restoration needs shaped expert valuations while dealers paid premiums or discounted prices based on resale risk and sourcing opportunities.