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Wrist Watches For Sale
Classic Omega 302 14K White Gold Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Understated with simple lines, enjoy this classic post-war Omega Men's Wrist Watch. It's round 14K white gold 32.4mm case N65555 has uncomplicated style. The silver-toned original d...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, White Gold

Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
Omega (Genève) white face and black lather pattern strap. In mint condition. Omega Vintage Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Watch. International...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Gold Plated Rectangular Art Deco Style Watch w Crocodile Strap by Waltham, 1940s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 9" total length - Rolled gold plate - Dark brown Crocodile leather strap - Mechanical movement - By Waltham - Circa 1940s - Estate acquired - Good vintage co...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Audemar Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O'neal White Gold 26134BC.ZZ.A101CR
Located in London, GB
A 48mm Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O'Neal wristwatch by Audemars Piguet, crafted in white gold. Featuring a black dial with arabic numbers, 3 & 2 are set with gemstones to reflect t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this elegant 18K Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve, ref 1830 is in great condition & in excellent working order Dating bac...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Timex MK1 Steel Black Dial Watch TW2R68200
Located in Southhampton, PA
This is the Timex MK1 Steel 40 mm watch, reference number TW2R68200. It boasts a black stainless steel case that offers water resistance of 30 meters. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Scale Ladies Vintage Bueche Girod Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking and large scale ladies vintage Bueche Girod wrist watch is crafted from 18k yellow gold and is pavee set with an approximate t...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels x Piaget Lapis Lazuli La Collection 9064 Ultra Thin P9 Gold
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
Van Cleef & Arpels Founded in 1906 Wear Van Cleef & Arpels watches it's integrate the club of famous clients : Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich and Wallis Simpson, Du...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Always in style, a retro classic Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Gold Filled Men's Wrist Watch. The height of popularity 1950-60s, this sleek 34mm timepiece...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Cartier RARITY Mini Tank Allongée 1976 Ref 03 Jaeger LeCoultre 845 18k Gold
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER Founded in 1847 For the discerning ones Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, the Duchess of Windsor, Princess Grace, Barbara Hutton, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol, Yves Saint Laurent, Truman Capote, Cary Grant, Clark Gable, Steve McQueen, Audrey Hepburn, Kanye West, Mick Jagger, Duke Ellington, Warren Beatty, Angelina Jolie, Tom Ford, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Piven, Finneas, Jean Cocteau, Mohamed Ali amongst countless others. The version of the Mini Tank Allongée...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond Green Dial Men Watch 16014
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. 1.0 Cttw Custom Diamond Bezel and 0.20 Cttw Custom Green Diamond Dial. The original Box and Papers are not included. Comes with a Chronostore presentation box and an auth...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel

LONGINES admiral / 1970s Vintage watch
Located in Sammu shi, JP
LONGINES admiral / 1970s Vintage watch size : case 3.4cm arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm No.16498217 movement : Hand-wound Automatic The Lon...
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1970s Swiss Artisan Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

1973 Rolex Ladies Datejust 26MM 6917 White Roman Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 47.62 Grams Ladies stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark)...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Must de Cartier Tank Gold-Plated Silver Gilt Lapis Blue Dial Manual Ladies Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this iconic Cartier Tank Must de Cartier is in great condition & in excellent working order Dating back to 2000's yet of tim...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Rolex Steel 34mm Oyster Perpetual Date Grey Dial 1500 Automatic Watch, 1969
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1500 Year: 1969 Serial number: 20xxxxx Reference: C03481 Case: 34mm without crown; Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back st...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Vintage and rare pink solid gold
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oyster solid deep pink gold early cushion shaped case This watch is from late 20's early 30's The first Oyster case produced by Rolex and it is the first water proof watch in t...
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Early 20th Century European Wrist Watches

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Gold

Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Mark II Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Mark II Chronograph Wristwatch, circa 1960s. Ref 2750/67 Stainless Steel Length: 45.65mm Width: 41mm Strap ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Piaget Gold Lapis Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold watch by Piaget, featuring lapis dial with Piaget logo and hold hands. 18k gold bracelet is 7" long, case is 24mm excl crown x 23mm. Manual...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Gold

18k Patek Philippe Calatrava Wrist Watch
Located in Sarasota, FL
18k White gold Patek Philippe Calatrava #3919G-001. With original inner and outer boxes, all books and certificates
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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Santos Watch, Steel, Ref. 2960
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Cartier Santos watch, steel, Ref. 2960 Here's a vintage Cartier Santos steel automatic reference 2960 with a white roman numeral dial f...
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Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Steel

CHANEL 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Square Women's Evening Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition 18K Yellow Gold Faux Pearl Quartz Case 1" Total Length 6.25" 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Canterbury Steel Incabloc Military Style Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
With it's case intentionally left in original condition, proudly showing signs of use from its journey thru time from the Pre-War 11 Era, this vintage American made steel 31mm Canter...
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1930s American Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1997 Rolex Yacht Master 29MM 69623 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Diameter: 29.00 mm Weight: 72.30 Grams Ladies 18K yellow gold and stainless steel ROLEX Swiss made watc...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere Cougar 2-Row 183964 Full Set 1993
Located in London, GB
We have given this a complete service and a polish. The watch is presented with both inner and outer boxes, pouch, wallet, manuals and papers dated 1993. This Cartier Cougar, model...
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1990s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Breitling B77346 Callisto Two Tone Vintage Ladies Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Breitling B77346 Callisto Two Tone Vintage Ladies Watch Elegance and sophistication are embodied in the Breitling B77346 Callisto, a vintage la...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
Located in Houston, TX
Very rare Cartier Santos watch with "spider" patina burgundy dial and matching cabochon burgundy crown. Brand : Cartier Model : Santos Reference : 0902 Year : 1990's Movement : Auto...
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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold White Diamond Collection Estate Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This luxury timepiece from Van Cleef & Arpels is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. It's crafted from 18kt yellow gold and features a sleek design with an 18 kt. yellow gold bracel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2 round pave diamonds around the face. The face measures 19mm x 35mm and has a Cartier ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Ladies Chopard 18k White Gold Diamond Watch Rare JLC Deployment Clasp ref 8/6495
Located in Richmond, CA
A beautiful vintage Chopard 18K solid white gold wristwatch (reference 8/6495), with a full factory diamond bezel on a blue croco leather band, and factory paired with a Jaeger LeCoultre JLC 18K white gold deployment clasp...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold

Ladies 14k Gold Omega Hidden Wrist Watch w/ Chevron Weave Link Wide Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Omega Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - Cal. 483 Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 59.7 Grams Width: 19mm (bracelet & case) Bracelet Length:...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Chopard | REF. 5053 1 | Rare Opal Dial & Large Diamond Bezel | Oblong Case | 18k
Located in London, GB
Pre-owned, excellent condition Chopard reference 5053 1, 18k Yellow Gold ladies wristwatch, circa 1970's. Incredible Opal dial, delicate gold hour & minute hands, Chopard logo at 12 o'clock, an 18k Yellow Gold stunning 35mm Oblong case, winder, integrated bracelet and clasp, an 18k White Gold bezel housing factory set round brilliant diamonds, sapphire crystal glass and manual-wind movement. This watch will fit a wrist of 15cm or 16cm on the two adjustments slots of the clasp. It is accompanied by our Watch Collectors Box...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Width 23mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 982 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver Dial with 18Kt. Gold Applied Numerals / Gilt Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Art Deco Style watch was produced by the iconic American house of Hamilton. It is in excellent original condition and very dependable. Hamilton was renowned for their navigational ships chronometers...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic stainless steel wristwatch. This exquisite timepiece embodies sophistication and functionality. Featuring automatic movement, with white round dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sky-Dweller Black Dial 326934
Located in London, GB
A stainless steel Sky-Dweller by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date, a month display via the 12 apertures, and a 24-hour display. The wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, Hampton MV045063, Tiffany Co. Quartz
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, Hampton MV045063, Tiffany Co. Quartz. 18 mm lug width and the bracelet is 2.75 inches on each side. Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Hampton MV045063 G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Omega De Ville Golden Dial Gold Plated Ladies Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 53564103 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel Measurements : Case widt...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Hermes Cape Cod Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Hermes Cape Cod Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 X 23 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 piece case, quartz movement, Silver dial with Silver Markers. Light Brown Wrap around Double Tour strap....
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Gucci 100M Steel Rectangular Custom Diamond G-Bezel Black Dial Unisex Watch
Located in New York, NY
Auth Gucci stainless Steel diamond “G” Bezel watch Gucci Silver Stainless Steel Black Dial 3600 Swiss Water Resistant Wrist Watch. Pre-Owned Case Diameter: 32mm stainless steel 3...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the delightful Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch, a charming vintage timepiece that captures the essence of playful elegance and vibrant style. This adorable deadstock Moschino watch...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic Cartier steel Francaise tank Date wristwatch. White parchment rectangle dial with black Roman Numerals. Stainless steel. Blue steel hour hands. Cabochon sapphire on the crown...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Ladies Diamond Rolex Cocktail Watch in 18ct White Gold
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
An original 1920s fine quality ladies ‘cocktail’ wristwatch by Rolex in 18ct white gold case and the guilloche enamelled face surrounded by diamonds.
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Orange Sapphire Diamonds Pave Dial Luxury Swiss Quartz Exotic Leather Band Watch
By Effy
Located in Oakton, VA
· Quality Swiss-Quartz movement guarantees precision timing · Mother-of-Pearl dial micro-paved with diamonds and gemstones enhances any dress style · Scratch-...
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2010s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Quartz, Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust Watch Automatic White Dial 26MM 18K Yellow Gold Steel 79173
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Art Deco 1930 Elgin Homerun 667, 15 Jewel, Beautiful condition
Located in Raleigh, NC
Think Art Deco, think very hard to find in this condition. This is an extraordinary survivor from a fabulous time period for the US My favorite time period (pun intended) is the A...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

1914 Waltham “Swing Lug” WW1…….Trench Watch, Rare Design.
Located in Raleigh, NC
My shop was recently selected to supply vintage American watches for a premier movie starring some major actors and a world famous director. They were looking for authentic watches that would represent the time period from 1915-1926. It is a true story of events that took place during the 1920’s. Item Description: Rare Waltham Trench Watch...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch, Omega De Ville, with Lapis Lazuli Dial
Located in Berlin, DE
18 Karat Yellow gold ladies' watch, Omega De Ville, with lapis lazuli dial. Mechanical manual wind movement. Glass has small scratches on the glass. Fully functional. Including c...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cober “Cushion Square” Ladies Yellow Gold with Sapphire glass Wristwatch
Located in OSS, NH
Handmade watch with a quartz movement, made of 18 Carat yellow gold and water-resistant up to 5ATM in a 26 x 28 mm case. An immediate eye-catcher is the hand-filed watch face, which ...
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Art Deco Tiffany & Co. Ladies Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
14K Y/g lady's wrist watch mechenical with I.W.C. watch movement, Tiffany watch band. measures 1 x 1 inch
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold

Benrus Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex Style METAL / MATERIAL: Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 28mm MOVEME...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Cartier Audemars Piguet Vintage White Gold mechanical Gents Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Audemars Piguet for Cartier Gents Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. diameter 3 Piece thin 4.5 M.M. case. 18 jewel Mechanical, Manual wind nickle leve...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Presented in an 18k solid Yellow gold case , the original Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Calendar collection served as the inspiration for the brand’s modern day Master Calendar. Aesthetically the dial is perfectly balanced, allowing for easy and intuitive reading of the triple-calendar indications. Just below 12 o’clock twin apertures display the day and month respectively in bold red lettering, whilst a red-tipped date hand points to the date, which is shown on an outside chapter ring (also in red).The 36mm 18ct yellow gold case has a silver dial, Fully Serviced Round Gold watch...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

1986 Rolex Ladies Datejust 26MM 69178 Champagne Dial President Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 72.15 grams Ladies 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rolex 1960s Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual wind movement, ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Men's Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Men's Rolex submariner stainless steel, oyster band wristwatch. 8.75 Inches. model 16610 circa 1994. Length: 47.27mm Width: 40mm Band width at case: 20mm Case thickness: 12.56mm C...
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

1915 Waltham WW1 Trench Watch, Rare 16 Jewel Movement. Stunning
Located in Raleigh, NC
My shop was recently selected to supply vintage American watches for a premier movie starring some major actors and a world famous director. They were looking for authentic watches that would represent the time period from 1915-1926. It is a true story of events that took place during the 1920’s. Item Description: Rare Waltham Trench / WW1 Watch...
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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Model Gender : Ladies Metals : Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rol...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rare Piaget Rectangular 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Manual Wind Watch 1970
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Piaget Year: 1970s Serial number: 6-79-xxx Reference: C03955 In the 1960s, Piaget possessed a secret weapon that allowed them to create slim dress watches for men...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geneve Ladies 14K Trigold Quartz Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Geneve Ladies 14K Trigold Quartz Watch - Quartz . 14K Yellow gold ( 16 mm ) . Champagne dial with stick hour markers . Rose gold, yellow gold and white gold bracelet...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

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.

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