Luxury watches have long been symbols of success, but in recent years they have taken on a more complex role in the financial lives of affluent Americans. As scrutiny of bank transfers increases and geopolitical uncertainty lingers, high-end timepieces—particularly those made by Rolex—are increasingly viewed as compact, liquid stores of value. This shift has fueled conversations about how personal assets move across borders and how wealth can be expressed, preserved, and some

Citation: