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Vintage 1970's Corum 18k Gold Ladies Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage 1970's Corum 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch, with its original gold dial and
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Concord Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Concord Watch
Located in New York, NY
The Concord watch with the reference number 59-62-262 is a vintage piece that beautifully showcases
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Woman Watch in 18K White Gold with Diamonds Circa 1960 Zodiac Brand
By Zodiac Watch Company
Located in Paris, FR
ZODIAC Zodiac brand mechanical ladies' watch in 18-carat white gold and diamonds and its original
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Concord Bennington 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 50.25.1421
By Concord Watch
Located in New York, NY
: Concord Bennington Vintage: No Movement: Quartz Number of Jewels: 6 Jewels Dial Color: Silver Dial
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Zenith Defy Surf 18 Karat Gold Deluxe Automatic Watch
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Miami, FL
Pre Owned collectable Vintage mid 1970's Mens Zenith Defy Surf Watch in heavy18k solid gold
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Corum Ovale 18k White Gold Pink MoP Dial Quartz Wrist Watch 137.410.69
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and luxurious Corum Ovale wrist watch features an oval-shaped, 23.9mm wide, solid 18k
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

CORUM Vintage Oval lady's watch in 18 carat yellow gold
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Paris, FR
CORUM Oval lady's watch in 18 carat yellow gold. Stylized bezel. Oval case, snap closure bottom
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucien Picard 18K Gold Vintage Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in San Fernando, CA
Lucien Picard Vintage Watch 18K Gold Case Mechanical Wind-up movement 17 Jewels Second sub-dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Women's Vintage Rolex Watch 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1960's Rolex 18K yellow gold womens watch. The case of the watch measures 15mm
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

PIAGET Vintage 18K WG Diamond Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
1960' PIAGET 18K white gold diamond bezel ladies watch, containing numerous straight and tapered
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

PIAGET Vintage 18K WG Diamond Ladies Watch
PIAGET Vintage 18K WG Diamond Ladies Watch
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H 0.87 in W 0.71 in
Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Braided Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Longines Movement Wristwatch Company: Cartier Movement
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch
By Bucherer
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch. Stunning vintage watch made in 18k solid gold
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970 Vintage Omega 18k white gold Ladies watch
By Omega
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage Ladies 18k gold Omega watch Case size 23 mm, and openwork bracelet in 'eights'. Excellent
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin vintage 18k Gold Swiss Geneve Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in San Fernando, CA
Vacheron Constantin Antique pocket watch Geneve 18 K Gold casing open face Dial is champagne
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Bucherer Manual Wind Watch (22mm)
By Bucherer
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies vintage Bucherer 18k yellow gold wrist watch. 22mm case width. 17 jewel Bucherer manual wind
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bulgari 18K Two Tone Serpenti Tubogas Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
1980' Bulgari 18K yellow gold and white gold Serpenti Tubogas ladies watch with Black Dial Marked
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Antique 1880s European Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

18K White Gold Bucherer Vintage Manual Wind Watch 16.5mm
By Bucherer
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Bucherer 18k white gold vintage wristwatch. Bucherer is known as a famous jewelry designer
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Audemars Piguet 18k Gold Pocket Watch 1910s Vintage RA369
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, solid 18k gold Audemars Piguet open face pocket watch, c.1910s, all original
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold Watch, Ref # 2461
By Patek Philippe
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage 18k Rose Gold Patek Philippe rectangular watch featuring a silver dial with diamond hour
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Vintage 1950s European Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Façade 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Façade 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow Gold (22 mm x 33 mm
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Handwriting Vintage Watch Ref. 1590 18k YG .750
By Patek Philippe
Located in Stuart, FL
Vintage Patek Philippe Handwriting Watch Ref. 1590 Ser# 655670 Watchcase: 35mm Brown Patek
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Granat Bros Platinum and 18k White Gold Watch
Located in Addison, TX
Vintage ladies platinum wristwatch with 18k white gold link-style bracelet. With 73 round settings
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Granat Bros Platinum and 18k White Gold Watch
Vintage Granat Bros Platinum and 18k White Gold Watch
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H 0.26 in W 0.82 in Dm 0.65 in
Bvlgari Vintage Tubogas Midsize 18K Two Tone Gold Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Size Vintage Ladies Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas watch in 18k yellow & white gold, a timeless highly
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Opal Dial Vintage Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Quartz movement, opal dial and crown, round diamonds, 18k yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co., Swiss
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18 K Rose Gold Sundust Dial Automatic Watch 126301 Suij
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. This watch comes with the original box. Basic Information Brand: Rolex Series/Model
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Piaget 6926 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Vintage Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 22mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

MOVADO Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1960
By Movado
Located in Paris, FR
MOVADO Mechanical lady's watch from the Movado brand in 18-carat yellow gold circa 1960 Original
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Serpenti Vintage BB19 1 T Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Serpenti Vintage BB19 1 T Watch. Bulgari’s Tubogas Snake watch is an
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20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Glycine 18k Yellow Gold Men's Vintage Vacuum Automatic Watch 2472
By Glycine
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Glycine 18k Yellow Gold Men's Vintage Vacuum Automatic Watch 2472 Movement #2472 Case #0812-35367
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
Handaufzugs omega uhr in 18k gelbgold mit lederband und orginaler omega dornschließe cal.33,3
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Elegant 18k Vintage Bueche-Girod Ruby and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail watch was designed and created in Geneva Switzerland
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Square Bucherer Swiss Watch with White Face
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A ladies wristwatch in 18k yellow gold, to form a square watch case, with a silvered dial, sporting
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Vintage Omega 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Art Deco Vintage Omega 18K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch - Manual winding. 18k Two-tone white and yellow
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20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Gold Manual Wind Watch 1960s Vintage RA350
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's IWC Schaffhausen solid 18k gold manual wind dress watch, c.1960s. Verified
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bulgari Parentesi 18k Gold Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
moments, blending classic elegance with daring innovation. The Bulgari Parentesi Vintage Timepiece Watch
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bulgari Parentesi 18k Gold Watch
Bulgari Parentesi 18k Gold Watch
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W 0.79 in
Vintage Retro Omega Lady Sport 18 K Gold Dynamic, Circa 1973, Rare & Chic
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Retro Omega Lady Sport 18 K Gold Dynamic, Circa 1973, Rare & Chic This is a rare and
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Rolex Cellini 26MM 3807 Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
gold ROLEX Swiss made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be 18K yellow gold. Engraved with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Vintage Ladies Dress Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega Ladies Vintage Dress Watch in 18K Yellow Gold SKU: 092470 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Omega
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Piaget 9902D2 18k White Gold Diamond Pave Dial Vintage Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k White Gold Case Diameter: 22mm Crystal: Plastic Bezel: Textured
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Vintage Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bark Bracelet Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 18K yellow gold Diamond Piaget watch has a classic halo-shaped diamond bezel
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Women's Dress Watch 18K Rose Gold Champagne Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A vintage women's dress wristwatch, made from 18k rose gold, with a manual back winding movement
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Manual Wind Dial 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier Paris 18k gold ladies watch with a Roman numeral dial and the classic Cartier style
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Tiffany Watch by Concord, Malachite Dial (28mm)
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies vintage Tiffany watch made by Concord. Circa 1960. The case is stamped 18k on the edge of
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Agassiz Pocketwatch 18k Manual Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Agassiz pocket watch with white porcelain dial in 18k. Manual w/ subseconds. 51.5 mm case
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Vintage Winding Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Vintage large Chopard Diamond and onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Winding Ladies
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eterna Eternamatic Centenaire Vintage 1950's 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Eterna
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and rare, time capsule Eterna 18k gold watch with matching 18k gold bracelet. Original
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mens IWC Schaffhausen 18k Rose Gold Manual Watch 1960s Vintage RA326
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's large size IWC Schaffhausen solid 18k rose gold dress watch, c.1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Piaget 18K Yellow Gold 9559 1 D Hexagonal Vintage Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Made by Piaget circa 1970's in 18K Yellow Gold this is a 95591 D wristwatch. Perfect vintage
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucheron 18k Yellow Gold Hand Winding Ladies Watch
By Boucheron
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Boucheron 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch #80122 18K yellow gold square case with rounded
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Silver Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A 39 mm vintage pendant pocket watch by Jaeger LeCoultre, crafted from 18k yellow gold. Featuring
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Baume & Mercier 18k Solid Yellow Gold Analog Byzantine Style Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: “Watch is in good working vintage condition. Includes 1-year warranty for mechanical issues.” Bezel Color
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch. First edition with heavy link
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
18ct yellow gold case has a silver dial, Fully Serviced Round Gold watch, superb teardrop-shaped lugs,
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
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H 1.42 in W 0.32 in Dm 1.42 in
Rare Vintage Vacheron Constantin 18k Gold Chronograp Mens Watch 1940´s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bilbao, ES
Rare vintage chronograph watch, Swiss VACHERON CONSTANTIN (Genéve), in original 18K yellow gold
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Civil War Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Piaget Diamond Opal Dial 18K Gold Ref 9706 Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
High quality Piaget's rarest Opal Dial Luxury Boutique Vintage Watch,  Featuring sparkle diamond
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold 21mm Cushion Shape Mechanical Hand Wound Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful classic vintage Cartier wrist watch features a mechanical hand wound Swiss movement
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s 18K Yellow Gold Cortebert Swiss Watch with Black Leather Strap
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A vintage yellow gold watch, with champagne dial, 18 karat yellow gold watch case, and black
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Vintage Bamboo Anyolite Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Watch France 1970s
By Boucheron
Located in Lisbon, PT
BOUCHERON ‘Bamboo’ anyolite and diamonds manual watch in 18kt yellow gold, France, 1970s. Embodying
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Eterna Brand Wrist Watches
By Eterna
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G color and vvs clarity. Total lenght is bracelet 18 cm. Box is not included. The clock works on
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget 18K Gold Bracelet Watch Quartz
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the glamour of the 1980s with the Vintage 1980s Piaget 18kt Yellow Gold Watch
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Vintage 18k Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage 18k watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect vintage 18k watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing vintage 18k watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Patek Philippe and Piaget each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage 18k watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 100, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage 18k watch for sale are for men, but there are 446 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Vintage 18k Watch?

On average, a vintage 18k watch at 1stDibs sells for $6,039, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $156,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right wrist-watches for You

Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage 18k Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.

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