Putting aside any concerns about the condition of the dial, it seems to me that the market for the Monacos has gone a bit soft lately. Perhaps we are seeing some weaker samples being offered; but it seems to me that Monaco prices have been flat or gone done, across the board (blue or gray; automatic or manual).

Three to five years ago, bidders would have been bumping into each other, rushing to bid over $10,000 for this one. With the ascent of some Autavias and Carreras, the decline of the Monacos seems more notable.

Others -- please correct me, if I am wrong on this.

Jeff

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: Hi all,

: I'm wondering why no one is bidding on this rare bird 74033B manual
: Monaco:

:
: http://www.ebay.com/itm/HEUER-MONACO-REF-740303-VERY-RARE-UNWORN-COLLECTORS-VINTAGE-WRIST-WATCH-FOR-MEN-/181903408248?hash=item2a5a49bc78

: Maybe the melt gasket seen under the plexi borders?
: Or starting price is too high?
: Why the case is marked "740303"?

: I beg your perdon in advance if I'm asking stupid questions, but
: don't really know where is the matter with this watch...

: PS: I'm not affiliated with the seller....

: Thank you all.

: Best.

: Gianluca