Ex US Louis Moinet Watch Distributor Sells Collection On eBay
Louis Moinet watches have recently switched distributors here in the US. The former US distributor is selling off much of his personal Louis Moinet watch collection on eBay. There are some great finds and these watches won't last long. One of the watches includes the above pictured Vertalis Tourbillon, which retails for over $200,000, and is available for a more reasonable starting bid of $62k. Some of the auctions have starting bids of just $250 bucks. Check out the eight available Louis Moinet watches via the link below.See Louis Moinet Watches on eBay here. Best MatchItems Ending FirstNewly-Listed Items FirstPrice + Shipping: Lowest FirstPrice + Shipping: Highest First ladies Louis Moinet very limited eddition Diamond watch1 of only 6 made$4,500.00Time Remaining: 5d 7h 55mBuy It Now for only: $4,500.00Buy It Now Auth LOUIS MOINET Olympia Chronograph SS Hand Winding Mens WatchS A47590$5,200.00Time Remaining: 13d 23h 58mBuy It Now for only: $5,200.00Buy It N

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