The independent experts
Learn about the independent experts who authenticate watches submitted for the Watch Certificate™ within 48 hours of inspection by a certified watchmaker.
Carmelo ARMELI
Expert watchmaker specializing in Rolex
In the watchmaking business since 1978, 37 years' experience, including 31 years with a major high-end watchmaking company and market leader. Specialist in dials and counterfeit identification. He works for leading international auction houses. With a diploma in Watchmaking and Microtechnology, followed by a diploma in Quality Technique I, he has acquired a highly specialized and varied experience. It began in the R&D department, continued in the Manufacturing department and then in the Quality department. He was instrumental in setting up an antique watch restoration workshop in the after-sales department of one of the world's leading watch manufacturers. He remained there for over eight years.
Arthur BEN BELAID
Expert watchmaker specializing in collector's watches
Son of an antique dealer and passionate about watches since childhood, he is trained with books and technical instructions, he specializes in watches "Tool-watches" and is known for the rare products unearthed in the four corners of the world and with a demanding clientele, he certifies rare watches, especially for auction rooms.
Michael DAHAN
Watchmaking expert specializing in the investigation of counterfeit watches
With twenty-five years of experience in the world of luxury, he works daily to curb counterfeiting in the high-quality watch industry. Recognized by the largest institutions with which he collaborates, he has expertise in a major asset at Antiquorum, where he holds the position of Director of the Canadian watchmaking division. He is also an advisor to customs services. Michael Dahan remains as an independent expert who guarantees the authenticity of the items brought to him for appraisal. Each piece is examined with the utmost care, engaging his reputation and expertise.
Etienne LEMENAGER
Expert watchmaker and workshop manager at Antiquorum
Etienne is passionate about pocket watches, wristwatches, and clocks. He received his initial training at the Ecole d'Horlogerie de Paris. In 1996, Etienne joined the Antiquorum watchmaking workshop and was promoted to Workshop Manager and only three years later to Expert Horloger. An accomplished watchmaker, Etienne is now the director of the Antiquorum showroom in Geneva. With nearly twenty years of experience in the watch auction market, Etienne is recognized worldwide for his in-depth knowledge of fine watchmaking.
Jérôme LEMOINE
Expert watchmaker specializing in vintage watches
A former billiard player and watch enthusiast, he met Romain Réa, which marked the beginning of a beautiful collaboration and friendship. Now, he has been immersed in the world of watchmaking for over 20 years. After having been director of the Romain Réa parent company in Paris 7eme, he now manages the Romain Réa boutique near Champs Elysées.
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