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Watches For Sale
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Orange Dial and Diamond Markers circa, 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960s Omega Seamaster Chronograph Watch in Stainless Steel - Running
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a vintage Omega Seamaster chronograph from the 1960s in running condition. This chronograph watch is made in stainless stee...
Category
1960s Vintage Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Rose Gold Unique Diamond Set Tourbillon Skeleton Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k Rose Gold Piece Unique Flying Tourbillon Skeleton Rotonde Gents Wristwatch, skeleton dial with roman numerals III, IX and XII and hour marke...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Divan MOP Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 2599
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition
-Case size: 25x31mm
-Stainless steel
-Movement: Quartz
-Roman numeral hour markers
-Pink leather strap
-Aftermarket Diamond Bezel: 2...
Category
2010s Watches
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Polo Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Piaget Polo Lady's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
31mm diameter from corner to corner.
Fits a six inch wrist.
Quartz Model 15761.C701 / 413724
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Franck Muller Double Mystery 18K White Gold Diamond Watch DRM D 2R CD
Located in Dallas, TX
Franck Muller Double Mystery 18K White Gold Diamond Watch DRM D 2R CD - Automatic. 18K white gold case with pave diamond case ( 39 mm ). P...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold
Pre-Owned CARTIER Orange Tank Solo Quartz Watch 2716
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned Cartier limited edition watch from the Tank Solo collection with model number 2716 featuring a stainless steel frame with an or...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Watches
Materials
Quartz, Steel, Stainless Steel
Baume & Mercier Vintage 14K Gold Leather Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Baume & Mercier
Vintage
Geneve
Swiss Made
14K Gold Case
Golden Dial
Gold Markers and hands
Gold Crown with Blue Cabochon
Case approx. 31mm x 22mm
Brown Leather Band
Approx. 9.2" tota...
Category
Late 20th Century Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Hamilton 1960 14k Yellow Gold "Ventura" Wrist watch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Hamilton Electric Ventura Wrist Watch, 14k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Hamilton 505 Electronic movement, Black dial with raised gold dot markers and a sweep seconds hand. Ne...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Rolex President 1601 Men's Wrist Watch w Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold in eighteen karat 18K yellow gold describes this Rolex President 1601 DateJust 36mm Men's Luxury Wrist Watch. Circa 1962, this wildly popular Rolex mod...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex 2-Tone Stainless Steel Datejust Brown Roman Numerals Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 2-tone Stainless Steel Datejust Brown Roman Numerals Automatic Wristwatch
SKU: WA00002
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Rolex
Model: ROLEX Two tone Datejust
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Automatic
Year of Manufacture: 1982-02
Condition: In excellent condition and Preowned Gently Used.
CASE DETAILS
Case Shape: Round
Case Diameter (mm): 36
Bezel Type: Brown Roman Numeral
Water Resistant Depth (m): NA
BRACELET DETAILS
Band Type: 18k / Stainless Steel
Bracelet Type: Genuine Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet With a Genuine Folding Stainless Steel Clasp with Engraved Rolex...
Category
20th Century Unknown Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
JAEGER-LECOULTRE ROUND Men's Wristwatch 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Jaeger-LeCoultre Round Men’s Wristwatch in 18ct Gold,
a classic luxury timepiece that epitomizes elegance and sophistication.
Known for their impeccable craftsmansh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Solo 31mm Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Introducing the iconic Cartier Tank Solo 31mm Men's Watch,
a symbol of classic elegance and timeless style.
The Tank Solo stands out with its rectangular case and clean lines, embo...
Category
Early 2000s British Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Original Blue Dial, circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Engraved Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diam...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual with Original Oyster Bracelet and Sub Seconds from 1957
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6504
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1957 / 58
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X D...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1956
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34...
Category
1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster with Rare Black Dial And Original Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 6429
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR:
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 41mm Length X 35mm Diameter
MOVEME...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ladies UTINAM or UTI French Hand Made Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: UTI or Utinam
STYLE / REFERENCE:
METAL / MATERIAL:
CIRCA / YEAR:
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 27mm Length X Width 16mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Winding / 15 Jewels / Caliber
DIAL...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Cartier Santos Ronde Large Steel and 18k Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1997 Cartier Santos Ronde Reference 1910, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Water Resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Sapphire Crown, automatic, self winding movement, Whi...
Category
1990s French Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
IWC Chronograph Pilot's Watch 41 Mens Wristwatch IW388102 Stainless Auto 1YrWnty
By IWC
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: IWC
Model: Chronograph Pilot's Watch 41
Model Number: IW388102
Movement: Automatic
Number of Jewels: 33
Warranty: One Year Warranty
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Blue
Met...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Rolex Lady-Datejust Watch Automatic White Dial 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel 79173
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Authenticity Certificate by GIA GG/AJP and Rolex Tag
Condition: Excellent
Brand: Rolex
Model: Lady-Datejust
Reference Number: 79173
Circa 2002
Movement: Automatic
F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
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 movement.
Time tested.
Keeps good time when wound properly.
The inside of the cas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Vintage 1960's
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Vintage 1960's
Rare watch - Rose 14k gold plated case, buckle with steel back.
Champagne, Rolex-signed dial, applied indice hour markers,
Dauphine min...
Category
1960s Unknown Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Piaget 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Piaget
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Excellent Condition
Length: 6.5 inch
Dial Width: 0.82 inch
Weight: 32.6 grams
Category
20th Century Watches
Omega Vintage Bumper Steelo case
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Steel Omega Vintage Bumper Automatic Watch.
Attractive Vintage Steel Bumper Omega wartch in Fantastic condition.
Restored and serviced case dial and mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Watches
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Maillon Black Lacquer Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Maillon Black Lacquer Diamond Ladies Watch.
Cartier Yellow Gold Black Enamel Panther Midsize Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold with diamond bezel and black enamel ( 27 x 38 mm ) Crown with diamond accents. Diamond and black Enamel dial; gold tone hands. 18K yellow gold and black enamel bracelet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lemania Cal.3000 Compressor
Located in London, GB
A wonderful example of an iconic early Civilian Lemania thought to be from the mid 1950's and in exceptional original condition for a watch of that age.
35mm case diameter that is...
Category
1950s European Vintage Watches
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Oyster Perpetual 18k Yellow Gold White Dial 116688
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Watch
Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics
Watch Reference - 116688
Mo...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 40 President 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch Gold Diamond DIAL 228238
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Day-Date 40mm Watch
Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics
Watch Reference - 228238
Model - D...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 40 Moon Phase White Gold and Rose Gold Watch 5712GR-001
Located in Aventura, FL
The Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712GR-001 is a men's watch that was released in 2014 and features a moon phase indicator. The watch has a 40 mm 18k white gold case with an 18k rose gold...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos 29mm Quartz Ladies 18k Gold Steel Gray Dial Watch 59476
By Cartier
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Cartier Santos 29mm
GREAT CONDITION! Light Scratches
Condition: Pre-owned
Reference Number: 59476
Material: 18k Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel
With Papers: No
With Original Boxpackagin...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Breitling Chronomat 43mm Chronograph Blue Dial 6ct Mens Steel Auto Watch A13356
By Breitling
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Breitling Chronograph 43 mm Watch
Diamonds Beautifully Set! Excellent Condition!
Condition: Pre-owned
Year: 2000-Now
Reference Number: A13356
Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant
M...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Mens Steel Watch Jubilee Band Silver Linen Dial 1601
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Gift Box. Watch is 100% Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. The Watch is “36MM VINTAGE NON QUICK- Needs Polish-Dial has some f...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier
quartz movement
cabochon sapphire
animal skin strap
sterling silver and 18k vermeil
vintage circa 1990s
21 grams
Experience the allure of classic luxury with the Vint...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Bvlgari Diagono 18kGold Watch CH35G
By Bulgari
Located in Braintree, GB
Bvlgari Diagono 18kGold Watch CH35G
Made in Switzerland, Made after 2000
Metal: 18k Gold
Bracelet: 18kt gold
Designer: Bvlgari
Movement: Quartz
Case: 18kt gold
Case: 36 mm
Reference...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch 521.CM.7170.LR
By Hublot
Located in Dallas, TX
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch 521.CM.7170.LR - Automatic winding chronograph. Polished and Satin-finished Black Ceramic, Satin-finished and Polished Black C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Piaget 20102 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite Piaget 20102 Ladies Watch, a masterpiece of fine Swiss craftsmanship and elegant design. This luxurious timepiece features:
Absolutely! Here’s ...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Concord Estate La Scala Chronograph Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Concord Estate La Scala Chronograph Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm C1
Newly Polished
This elegant Authentic Concord Watch is made of stainless steel.
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
PLEAS...
Category
1990s American Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier WSSA0039 Ref 4072 Large Santos Black Rubber Strap Box Paper 2022
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0039 / Ref 4072
Year: 2022
Model: Santos
Case Material: Steel and ADLC
Band: Black Rubber
Bezel: Black
Dial: Black
Face: Sapphire Crys...
Category
2010s Watches
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal. Stainless steel case (41mm diameter). Black dial. Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster br...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm B12
This elegant Authentic Bvlgari Watch is made of stainless steel.
Newly polished
TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002
P...
Category
1990s American Watches
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthère Vendôme 18 Carat Yellow Gold & Steel Round Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with this spectacular wrist watch from the iconic Cartier Panthère Collection, expertly crafted from 18 carat yellow gold and stainless steel.
The wonderfu...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Wristwatch 6916 Stainless Yellow Gold 18k 1YrWnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual
Model Number: 6916
Movement: Automatic
Year: 1979
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Champagne
Warranty: One Year
Metal Content: Stainless Steel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Date 26MM 6516 Turquoise Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: Stainless Steel
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 46.51 Grams
Ladies stainless steel diamond ROLEX Swiss made watch. The metal was tested and de...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold watch from the designer IWC. The watch features gold hour markers and gold hands. The watch case has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with Patek st...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
International Watch Company Manual Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold watch from the designer IWC. The watch features all its original pieces but the strap and buckle have been replaced.
The heritage of IWC is deepl...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s International Watch Company Automatic Gents Watch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage stainless steel watch from the designer IWC (International Watch Company). The watch features all its original pieces but the strap and buckle have been replaced wi...
Category
1950s Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Omega Diamond Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold Omega automatic wristwatch. The watch features all its original parts including the case, dial and crown. However, the strap has been replaced at s...
Category
1950s Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Omega Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 1950s 18ct yellow gold Omega automatic wristwatch. The watch features most of its original parts including the case, dial and crown. However, the strap and buckle h...
Category
1950s Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Interlocking XL PVD 42mm Steel Brown Dial Men Quartz Watch YA133211
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Display model. No original box and papers.
General Information:
Brand: Gucci
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Men
Model Name: Gucci Interlocking XL
Model Number: YA133211
Country/Regio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Mother of Pearl Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier ladies Stainless Steel Ruban with blue mother of pearl dial and quartz. Cartier movement. Back set. 7 Inches in length- can be shortened
75.3 grams
Length: 22mm
Width: 21mm
Band width at case: 21mm
Case thickness: 6.30mm
Band: Stainless steel leather panther...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Gucci G-Timeless Yellow with Stipes Motif Dial Unisex Quartz Watch YA1264069
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
New watch. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box.
General Information:
Brand: Gucci
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Unisex Adult
Model Name: Gucci G-Timeless
Model N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Tapestry Dial 18K Gold Steel Box Paper 2002
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233
Serial: K752***
Year: 2002
Model: Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
...
Category
Early 2000s Watches
Vintage Rolex 16750 GMT Master Pepsi Red Blue Stainless Box Paper Service Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16750
Serial: 9160***
Year: 1989
Model: GMT Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Pepsi - Red and Blue
Dial: ...
Category
1980s Vintage Watches
Gucci G-Timeless Green and Red Dial Gold Tone Quartz Ladies Watch YA1265009
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Store display model. This watch was never worn or used. Hairline scratches on the case due to store handling. No original box and papers.
General Information:
Brand: Gucci
Type: Wri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique, New and Vintage Watches
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.
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