I don't know about watches, but having run a large art and antique auction house for many years, I know that things with the 'best' patina often bring outrageous prices. It's a thing that savvy collectors look for and value.
It does help to authenticate, as patina is hard (but not impossible) to fake.
I'd suspect it applies to vintage watches as well.
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Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller
Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP
Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB
Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP
Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP
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