Harvey York’s Rise to Power Chapter 330, read free english novels. The Supreme Harvey York full story.
Chapter 330
Lying in the wooden box now, was a standard steel antique watch, and it was none other than the famous Rolex watch.
This watch has suffered the damage of time, with a slightly yellowish dial that has changed to a lovely deep yellow color, although the case appears to have minor scratches from years of use, it still looks generally quite new.
Luis Zarate immediately turned serious and he took out his magnifying glass and studied, without the hint of arrogance from before leaving.
Meanwhile, Harvey York just stood away from the watch and glanced at it without much change in facial expression. He seemed more professional than Luis with his calm and steady composure.
Shane Naiswell nodded in agreement while Rosalie Naiswell stared at them amusedly, Harvey gave off a vibe so dominant compared to Luis, who looked like a mere watch repairman.
However, Charles Zarate chuckled to himself, thinking how pretentious young people of that era were, a little too fond of him.
The antique appraisal industry requires one to be extremely careful, precise, and observant, and to do what one thinks is right and best.
If one focused too much on looking ‘cool’ and dominant over others and failed, he would lose his reputation forever.
Harvey finished observing while Luis took another half hour after that.
Rosalie who was standing at the side grew impatient as she furrowed her fine brows. “
Mr. Zarate, do you even know your own thing? If you don’t just give up. ”
Luis raised his head with a bit of uncertainty in his gaze, but he nodded and said, “I’m done and I can tell the authenticity of this.
antique clock already, I’m just worried whether other people have finished observing or not. ”
“I finished a long time ago.” Harvey laughed lightly.
“Okay then, tell us about your judgment first,” said Shane.
“This watch is genuine and precious.”
Luis started in a serious tone.
“This is fake, you can easily buy this from the subway station entrance for thirty dollars.” Harvey York stated simply.
Hearing Harvey’s answer, Luis immediately snorted. “
Harvey, you know nothing about antique valuation, don’t tell me just because you saw a ‘Tiffany’ sign on it and you decided this was a fake?”
Harvey York replied nonchalantly, “It’s fake at first glance, there’s no need to even look into it.”
Luis sneered and said, “Don’t act like you know anything, do you know how much this antique Rolex watch is worth? Let’s interpret it bit by bit.”
“Starting with the case, the value of a Rolex watch drops dramatically the more it is polished.”
“And then about watch faces, this is the material used by the 1940 Rolex company for the coating that will go from white to a gorgeous vintage yellow color over time and centuries.”
“Last but not least, the logo. Many antique watch reviewers make their decision prematurely as soon as they see the ‘Tiffany’ mark on a Rolex and think this is a fake because Rolex would never collaborate with any other brand!”
“But it was in modern times, in 1940, to expand their market to America, Rolex watches were sold under the ‘Tiffany’ store branch.”
“And by ‘Tiffany’ rule, any jewelery sold under their name had to have the logo stamped, Rolex wasn’t as popular at the time so they were no exception.”
“They only collaborated for a brief period of two to three years, which is why it’s so rare to find these watches on the market, one of these would be considered exceptional. If auctioned, it will be worth at least one hundred and fifteen thousand dollars!”
After sharing his analysis, Luis glanced at Rosalie proudly.
The grading process for these watches requires knowledge of history, chemistry, and economics, it’s not something that an ordinary appraiser can achieve.
As he had expected, Rosalie’s gaze on him wasn’t the same anymore, she never would have expected that Luis who she had always looked down on, had such good talent in the industry.
Charles also smiled, his apprentice was as talented as himself or even better, not only could he tell the authenticity of the antique watch without even touching it for a short time, but moreover, he backed up his judgment with valid reason and analysis. .
Only Shane stood there with a cute expression on his face saying nothing.
Harvey was smiling to himself and hadn’t even started talking before Luis started giggling. “You country bumpkin, don’t even try and fool others if you don’t know any better! If I see you fooling people in the name of antique judgment again, I’ll expose you without even batting an eye!
Rosalie looked at Harvey with a questioning look, she thought Harvey was a real antique appraiser but looking at the situation now it might just be her luck then.
“If I can tell you how this watch is fake, how will you apologize to me later?” Harvey smiled thinly.
“Fake one? If it’s fake, I’ll swallow this watch right in front of you!” Luis answered in a disdainful tone.