Success Unveiled: 5th Edition of ‘A World Of Collectibles’ Auction

India’s most renowned gifting exhibition Giftex recently concluded its 5^th Edition of ‘A World of Collectibles’ Auction’ on 10-11 Aug 2024. Each successful auction signifies an important occasion where history, artfulness, and emotions coincide. Apart from just being a sales event auctions are spectacles of planning, success, and achievements. The secret of every successful auction is a well-thought-out journey planned by the auction house.

About Giftex

For over 3 decades, Giftex has been at the forefront of the gifting industry in India, serving as the premier platform for both corporate & personalized gifting products. As it continues to evolve and adapt to the changing landscape of the gifting industry, it’s glad to introduce an online auction platform. Giftex aims to offer a curated assemblage of rare, limited-edition collectibles and impressive niche objects for those who seek quality, exclusivity, and the joy of owning exceptional pieces.

Why World of Collectibles

The desire for luxurious gifts continues to grow as disposable income and living standards rise. Luxury gifting in India is still in its early stages, so to boost it Giftex launched the ‘A World of Collectibles’ Auction in October 2023, which offers unique and exquisite treasures to connoisseurs and avid collectors.

Welcome to the Digital age

In the age of E-commerce, online auctions have become convenient, reasonable, and incredibly friendly to everyone. Making bidding simple without leaving the comfort of your home.

The 5th Giftex auction included five categories namely pens, silver, jewellery, watches, and rare books. The event was a huge success with total sales of whopping ₹2,68,25,205 reflecting strong performance in all five categories.

Glimpse of Triumphs

As the conclusion of the auction drew near, a sense of adrenaline filled the air. Triumphs were celebrated with each announcement of successful bids, and bidders rejoiced in their new purchases.

So, without any further delay let’s take a look at some of the incredible items that captured the attention of the bidders around the world.

Our first highlight is Lot No. 185 Jaeger-Le-Coultre, this beautiful watch comes with a stainless steel case that showcases a sub-dial with a pointers design. Further, the deep black dial is framed by a flat, conical bezel which is perfectly matched with an original leather strap featuring a branded folding clasp. This stunning watch fetched the highest bid of ₹ 11,66,819.

The next winning bid is Lot No. 199 A Pair Of Ruby & Diamond Ear Pendants, these ear pendants crafted in 18k gold showcases a drop design and floral motif which is decorated with diamonds and rubies. These elegant ear pendants went for a bid that amounted to ₹ 8,99,415.

Moving forward we have Lot No. 87 A Collection Of 6 Novels By Eminent Authors, these books are authored by renowned personalities in the realm of hunting Jim Corbett, and Col. A. N. W. Powell to name a few. On the whole, these books provide a thorough examination of hunting, the importance of wildlife conservation, and the subtleties of animal behavior. The winning bid for this item was ₹ 6,16,816.

Next up we have Lot No. 419  A Fine Pair Of Silver Wine Goblets, decorated elaborately with gilt work, these goblets showcase uniquely crafted stems depicting figurines while the base and the bowl of the goblet are designed with wildlife scenes, as well as flora and fauna patterns. The winning bid was ₹ 2,56,162.

Last but not least we have Lot 29 Special Edition Meisterstück 146 Czar Nicolas LL Fountain Pen By Montblanc, this stylish fountain pen is comprised of a green malachite cap, while the barrel is crafted in silver (925) and thereafter gold plated. Furthermore, it features an 18k gold broad nib while the pen’s top and clip are plated with gold while the cap top is inlaid with the Montblanc emblem. The winning bid was ₹ 1,13,850.

Whether you are an experienced bidder or someone new to the scene every auction is a great opportunity for finding some rare and captivating treasures. Stay connected for more outstanding and exclusive opportunities as we look forward to our next Giftex auction.