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Why is it called a watch?
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The portable timepiece worn on the wrist is called a watch due to its original purpose. Although they have become status symbols and fashion accessories, it is believed that early watches were the first tools used by town watchmen, who used them to track the start and end times of their shifts. Find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Cartier Ceinture Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2502
Brand Cartier
Model Ceinture
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Date Circa 1980
Gender Unisex / Women
Box only
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Condition
Case - Ex...
Category
Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Factory Original Mosaic Dial circa 1973 / 74
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1973 / 74
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X D...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Made Light Green Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Fine & V Rare Tudor Rolex “Big Rose” Oyster-Prince c1962 35mm Automatic Watch
By Tudor
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Fine & Very Rare Tudor Rolex “Big Rose”
Oyster-Prince c1962 Automatic Watch
comes with original factory polish – great news for a collector!
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Dating from 1962 (ye...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Watch
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Cartier Santos Watch
A Medium Sized 18ct Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Bracelet Watch.
Automatic Movement, Case 35MM, Serial...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
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18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful 18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch. This lovely watch is characterized by its elegant and classic design,...
Category
Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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