Does Omega have automatic watches?

Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Are Omega watches automatic?

It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What does an automatic watch mean?

An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.

Are Rolex watches automatic?

Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Are Cartier watches automatic?

Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection , which includes the Tank Française , the Tank Louis Cartier and other models , features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904. Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft . Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911. Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Are all Omega watches automatic?

Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.

At what age is a watch considered antique?

At 100 years of age or more, a watch is generally considered an antique. A vintage watch is a timepiece that is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and modern watches.

How does an antique watch fob work?

An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.

Antique Automatic Watches

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1920s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Harwood 9ct Solid Gold Rare Earliest Example of the First Automatic Watch 1920

Paul Flato Imperio Mexicano 1866 One Peso Watch/Pin/Pendant 18K 44.4g

By Paul Flato

Located in Chicago, IL

Roman numerals. Movement: Mechanical/Automatic. Watch is ticking, but hands are not moving. All of the

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1860s Central American Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Paul Flato Imperio Mexicano 1866 One Peso Watch/Pin/Pendant 18K 44.4g

H 2.41 in W 1.46 in Dm 1.46 in

1920’s Solid Yellow Gold Harwood Bumper Automatic

Located in Raleigh, NC

looking at is on of the original 20-30 thousand original automatic wrist watches produced. It so special

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920’s Solid Yellow Gold Harwood Bumper Automatic

H 0.4 in W 1.11 in Dm 1.11 in

Rare Harwood Early Automatic Wrist Watch in 14K Solid Gold

Located in Boston, MA

solid 14 karat gold case, this watch is a fantastic example of the first automatic wrist watch ever

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Early 20th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Gold

Rare Harwood Early Automatic Wrist Watch in 14K Solid Gold

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W 1.19 in L 1.5 in

Vintage automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965.

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

Vintage automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965. Gray face Black lather

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Mid-19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Antique Automatic Watches

Antique automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965.

Vintage automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965.

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Full Hunter 24 Ct Rose Gold Erotic Automatic Quarter Repeater Keyless Lever

Located in London, GB

A 14ct Rose Gold Erotic Automaton Swiss Full Hunter Quarter Repeater Keyless Lever Pocket Watch

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Early 20th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Full Hunter 24 Ct Rose Gold Erotic Automatic Quarter Repeater Keyless Lever

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Dm 2.37 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch - Automatic in Very Good condition. Serial Number

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19th Century Unknown Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch

Dm 1.58 in

Cartier Ballon Bleu

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Watch - 36 mm Steel Case - Silvered Dial - Interchangeable Bracelet

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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu

Dm 1.42 in

Frederique Constant Worldtimer FC-718WM4H6 Box and Papers 2013

Located in London, GB

experiencing night or day. The watch operates from an automatic movement, caliber FC-718, providing this

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1910s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Steel

Frederique Constant Worldtimer FC-718WM4H6 Box and Papers 2013

W 1.66 in

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King-Date Precision

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Marvelous GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 34mm DIAL COLOUR: Silver

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19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King-Date Precision

Breitling Geneve Cosmonaute Chrono-Matic

By Breitling

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Extraordinary GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 47mm DIAL COLOUR

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19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Breitling Geneve Cosmonaute Chrono-Matic

19th Century Watch Winding Display Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

drawers, it is capable of winding up to 14 automatic movement watches at one time. With the flip of a

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19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Watch Winding Display Cabinet

H 42.5 in W 49.57 in D 28.25 in

Audemars Piguet 1930 Art Deco Watch Necklace In Platinum And 4.86 Ctw Diamonds

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Miami, FL

Necklace pendant clock designed by Audemars Piaget. Beautiful pendant watch necklace, created in

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Audemars Piguet 1930 Art Deco Watch Necklace In Platinum And 4.86 Ctw Diamonds

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H 1.57 in W 0.59 in D 0.38 in L 21 in

19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet

By Breguet a Paris

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

watch, the tourbillon and the sympathetic watch ( a watch that is placed in a cradle of a special clock

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Late 18th Century French Empire Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Brass

19th-Century Flame Mahogany Mantel Clock by Breguet Raised by Lion Paw Feet

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H 11.03 in W 7.09 in D 5.52 in

Antique Ormolu & Agate Mounted Casket by Asprey, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic

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1870s English Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Agate, Ormolu

Antique Ormolu & Agate Mounted Casket by Asprey, 19th Century

H 4.14 in W 4.93 in D 2.96 in

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Hermes Kelly Gold Cadena Lock Watch with Black Chèvre Mysore Leather Strap 1990s

By Hermès

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned, vintage 90s Hermes Kelly cadena watch in gold metal with a black Chèvre Mysore leather strap. Stamped T in a circle, indicating a 1990 year of production. Icon...

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1990s French Contemporary Antique Automatic Watches

Hermes Kelly Gold Cadena Lock Watch with Black Chèvre Mysore Leather Strap 1990s

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Hermès Gold-Plated Arceau Watch

By Hermès

Located in Geneva, CH

Classic from the house of Hermès, this timepiece is made of stainless steel with gold-plated case. Beautiful craftsmanship on the leather band made of one of Hermès' iconic leather: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Hermès Gold-Plated Arceau Watch

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Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch

By Moschino

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 dea...

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1980s Antique Automatic Watches

Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch

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Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious

By Cartier

Located in PARIS, FR

Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background, mechanical movement (manual winding), black exotic leather strap and original Cartier gold-p...

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1990s French Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious

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W 0.91 in

Vintage Gucci 6155L stainless steel wristwatch, Chunky bracelet strap

By Gucci

Located in NEWARK, GB

A stylish Gucci 6155L stainless steel watch. This is a bracelet strap watch with a nice chunky stainless steel bracelet strap with a large oval type link. The case is stainless ste...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Gucci 6155L stainless steel wristwatch, Chunky bracelet strap

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H 1.75 in W 0.75 in

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial

By Technomarine

Located in New York, NY

A vintage womens stainless steel chronograph wristwatch by TechnoMarine. Millenium Special Edition, Cruise CG7, model CIT 05 60. The bezel is set with two rows of diamonds. Three gil...

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20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial

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H 1 in W 1 in Dm 1 in

Ladies Patek Philippe Stainless Steel and Diamond Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet. Fixed stainless steel bezel set with 34 diamonds. White dial with luminous silver-tone hands and diamond hour markers....

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Patek Philippe Stainless Steel and Diamond Watch

Vintage 18kt. gold Omega Constellation automatic, Ref.168015

By Omega

Located in Braintree, GB

Vintage 18kt. gold men's Omega Constellation automatic wristwatch, Ref. 168015 Brand: Omega Collection: Constellation Model: Constellation Reference: Omega - 168015 Category: Wrist ...

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1970s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage 18kt. gold Omega Constellation automatic, Ref.168015

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Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Cord Band 1940s

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 33mm Length X 14mm Diameter MOVEMENT / C...

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1940s American Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Cord Band 1940s

Omega Constellation Lady Ladies Watch Diamond Bezel Steel Gold 15078

By Omega

Located in Berlin, BE

Indulge in luxury with this Omega Constellation Lady Ladies Watch, an exquisite timepiece crafted to perfection. This stunning watch boasts a diamond bezel set in a stainless steel a...

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20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel

Omega Constellation Lady Ladies Watch Diamond Bezel Steel Gold 15078

Dm 0.99 in

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Belt Zebras Print Africa in Leather Ghw 1988

By Hermès

Located in FR

Rare and Lovely Authentic Hermès Belt Print: zebras in the savannah From the "Tropiques" pattern scarf designed by Laurence "Toutsy" in 1987 Made in France Stamp R in a circle (1...

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1980s French Antique Automatic Watches

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Belt Zebras Print Africa in Leather Ghw 1988

Size: 72

Rolex "Bubbleback" Ref 5011 Automatic Steel and Rose Gold Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1949 Rolex "Bubbleback" Reference 5011 Wrist Watch, 31 M.M Stainless Steel with a Rose Gold Engine Turned Bezel, Caliber A296 17 Jewel Automatic, Self winding movement, Older R...

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1940s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex "Bubbleback" Ref 5011 Automatic Steel and Rose Gold Wrist Watch

Shreve & Co. Ladies Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch, circa 1930s

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen for Shreve and Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum / Metal Cord Bracelet DIMENSIONS: Length 55mm X Width 16mm CIRCA: 1...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Shreve & Co. Ladies Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch, circa 1930s

Piaget Watch Yellow Gold

By Piaget

Located in PARIS, FR

Women watches signed by Piaget. yellow gold 750 thousandths. oval case. mechanical movement. housing dimensions: 26.8 mm x 24 mm. strap length: 18.5 cm. strap width front: 1.68 cm at...

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20th Century French Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Piaget Watch Yellow Gold

H 7.29 in W 1.06 in L 0.85 in

Hamilton Ladies Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 33mm Length X 17mm Diameter MOVEMEN...

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1940s American Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Watch

Rare Hermès Vintage Silk Scarf Scotland Red Green Philippe Ledoux 35'

By Hermès

Located in FR

Lovely Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "SCOTLAND" Pattern: emblems of Scotland Vintage scarf designed by Philippe Ledoux in 1963 Made of silk Colorways: Red, Green, Yellow golden ...

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1960s Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Rare Hermès Vintage Silk Scarf Scotland Red Green Philippe Ledoux 35'

W 33.86 in L 35.04 in

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Vintage Steel IWC International Watch Company Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s

Located in Bologna, IT

A vintage steel IWC International Watch Company automatic wrist watch with date, dating from the

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Antique Steel IWC International Watch Company Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s

Vintage Steel IWC International Watch Company Automatic Wristwatch, 1960s

Dm 1.38 in

Diamonds and Platinum Bracelet Foliage Decor Watch, Automatic Winding

Located in London, GB

has an automatic winding. Grey gold 18k and platinum. The circular dial of the watch is crimped with

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Early 20th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamonds and Platinum Bracelet Foliage Decor Watch, Automatic Winding

Dm 0.71 in L 6.5 in

Rolex Datejust 6917 Gold Dial 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Lady's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Datejust 6917 Gold Dial 18KYellow Gold Automatic Lady's Watch 26mm

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1870s Swiss Contemporary Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 6917 Gold Dial 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Lady's Watch

W 0.48 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.03 in L 6.28 in

A.Lange & Sohne 14 Karat Rose Gold Hand Automatic Pocket Watch

By A. Lange & Söhne

Located in New York, NY

A.lange & sohne 14K Rose Gold Hand Automatic Pocket Watch A.lange & sohne 14K Rose Gold Hand

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Mid-19th Century Swazi Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

14k Gold

A.Lange & Sohne 14 Karat Rose Gold Hand Automatic Pocket Watch

pavel buhre lady's diamond sapphire automatic wristwatch

By Pavel Buhre

Located in New York, NY

This gem set watch features oval, round, cabochon, and calibré cut sapphires set amongst pavé set

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond

pavel buhre lady's diamond sapphire automatic wristwatch

Cuervo Y Sobrinos “Prominent” Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

Located in Bradford, Ontario

separates their designs from other Swiss based watch houses. I have not seen many of these watches come on

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1880s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cuervo Y Sobrinos “Prominent” Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

L 7.75 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1

By Rolex

Located in Bologna, IT

Dial with Patina Original Rolex Bracelet Ref. 7206 Automatic Movement Diameter: 36mm Year: 1959

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1750s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6536/1

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Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Full Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680

By Rolex

Located in Bologna, IT

T 25) Steel Bracelet Ref. 9315, Ends Link 380 (including leather strap) Diameter: 40mm Automatic

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1770s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Full Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680

Dm 1.58 in

Cartier Santos 2823 34.5mm Bi-Colour Unisex Watch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

. Stainless steel case back. Automatic self-winding movement. Condition: Used Condition Dust bag: Yes

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15th Century and Earlier Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Cartier Santos 2823 34.5mm Bi-Colour Unisex Watch

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

By William Leuchars

Located in London, GB

front panel simultaneously open out in unison. This almost 'automatic' action works flawlessly and so

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19th Century English Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Brass

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

H 8 in W 13.25 in D 9.75 in

Art Deco Harwood Perpetual First Automatic Watch

By Harwood

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Perpetual "Harwood" First Automatic Watch, circa 1926. The Perpetual "Harwood" watch was the

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Art Deco Harwood Perpetual First Automatic Watch

H 9 in W 1.13 in D 0.5 in

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Roman Dial Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

jubilee band Size: Will fit a 6.50" wrist Clasp: Double fold over clasp Movement: Automatic Serial: "9

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1880s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Roman Dial Automatic Watch

L 6.5 in

Christofle Paris Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

By Christofle

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Christofle Timepiece, Paris, Automatic Movement; Swiss Made 7610001 B; Stainless Steel

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1880s French Modernist Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Christofle Paris Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

Vacheron Constantin Rose Gold Overseas Automatic Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Overseas 18K Rose Gold Watch - Automatic with power reserve. 18K Rose Gold

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Rose Gold Overseas Automatic Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Overseas 18K Rose Gold Watch - Automatic with power reserve. 18K Rose Gold

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Rose Gold Overseas Automatic Wristwatch

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Master Mariner Automatic Wristwatch

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: LeCoultre Model: Master Mariner Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Automatic Case

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Master Mariner Automatic Wristwatch

L 7.75 in

Cartier yellow Gold white dial Link Automatic Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

, date aperture at 3, black steel hands Blue Sapphire Working condition; Automatic

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Late 19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier yellow Gold white dial Link Automatic Wristwatch

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Rolex Tudor Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Movement Automatic Size Adjustable Additional Details This item comes with a presentation box!

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Early 20th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Tudor Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch

L 7 in

Oris Stainless Steel Big Crown Automatic Wristwatch, 1917

By Oris

Located in Vannes, FR

Movement : Automatic winding Dial : Silvered Strap/Bracelet : Leather Extras : Special box, certificate

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19th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Oris Stainless Steel Big Crown Automatic Wristwatch, 1917

Dm 1.58 in

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Dial Automatic Wristwatch

By Piaget

Located in Dallas, TX

Piaget 18K Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Dial Ladies Watch - Automatic. 18K Yellow Gold (24 mm

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Dial Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Midsize Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 78274

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Midsize Stainless Steel Datejust 31mm Watch 78274 - Automatic winding; 31 jewel; sapphire

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Late 19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Midsize Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 78274

Dm 1.23 in

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16233

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Men's Datejust 16233 Steel and Gold Mother of Pearl Dial Watch - Automatic winding, 31

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19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16233

Dm 1.42 in

Vintage Chopard Ladies Watch

By Chopard

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Vintage Chopard Ladies Watch – Automatic in Very Good condition. Serial Number: 114649 & Model

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19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Chopard Ladies Watch

Dm 0.91 in

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch 5500

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Air-King Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual - Automatic winding, acrylic crystal. Wristwatch

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19th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch 5500

Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond President Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69179

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Ladies President 18k White Gold Diamond 69179 - Automatic winding, 29 jewels, Quickset date

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Ladies White Gold Diamond President Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69179

Piaget Emperador Power Reserve Gents Rose Gold G0A25037 Automatic Wristwatch

By Piaget

Located in London, GB

leather strap with an original 18k rose gold pin buckle, sapphire glass, automatic movement, in excellent

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1920s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Piaget Emperador Power Reserve Gents Rose Gold G0A25037 Automatic Wristwatch

H 1.62 in W 1.26 in

Longines EFC Hydroconquest Watch

By Longines

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Sturdy GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Sapphire Crystal DIAL: 39mm DIAL COLOUR

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Early 20th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines EFC Hydroconquest Watch

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Rolex yellow Gold stainless steel GMT-Master Nipple Dial automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: automatic Rolex Caliber 1575 movement Function: hours, minutes, seconds, GMT, date Case

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1870s Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex yellow Gold stainless steel GMT-Master Nipple Dial automatic Wristwatch

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Datejust Ladies Wristwatch Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 1-Yr Wnty 69163

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

This is an authentic Rolex wristwatch. The watch comes with a one-year warranty along with the

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19th Century Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Ladies Wristwatch Stainless & 18k Gold Automatic 1-Yr Wnty 69163

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch – Automatic in Excellent condition. Model Number: 116200

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Late 19th Century Unknown Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Watch

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea Dweller Watch

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea Dweller Watch – Automatic in Excellent condition. Model Number

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Late 19th Century Unknown Modern Antique Automatic Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea Dweller Watch

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Chanel J12 White Ceramic Watch With Diamonds

By Chanel

Located in Amman, JO

Chanel J12 watch with diamonds. White highly resistant ceramic and steel, diamond indicators, white

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15th Century and Earlier French Aesthetic Movement Antique Automatic Watches

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Diamond

Chanel J12 White Ceramic Watch With Diamonds

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Rolex 6917 18 Karat Gold Ladies President Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Bezel Crystal - Plastic Movement - Automatic Features - Date, Hours, Minutes, and Seconds Includes

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1770s Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex 6917 18 Karat Gold Ladies President Diamond Watch

Omega Constellation Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Watch

By Omega

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: automatic caliber 1020 Function: hours, minutes Case: 35x22.3mm oblong 18k yellow gold

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19th Century Unknown Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Constellation Rare 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Watch

W 1.38 in L 0.88 in

Omega Seamaster Master Co-Axial Men's Watch 231.10.42.21.02.004 Stainless

By Omega

Located in Greensboro, NC

This is an authentic Omega wristwatch. The watch comes with a one-year warranty along with the

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19th Century Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Omega Seamaster Master Co-Axial Men's Watch 231.10.42.21.02.004 Stainless

Rolex 6917 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Presidential Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

: Automatic Additional Details: This item comes with Diamonds by Raymond Lee presentation box and a 1 year

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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 6917 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Presidential Diamond Watch

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Art Deco era 18K gold diamond blue sapphire lady watch

Located in Versailles, FR

that allowed them to seamlessly transition from work to social engagements. The watch has an automatic

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco era 18K gold diamond blue sapphire lady watch

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H 0.83 in W 0.56 in

Rolex Datejust Steel Gold Holes Champagne Tapestry Dial Ladies Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape face, date

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Early 1900s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Datejust Steel Gold Holes Champagne Tapestry Dial Ladies Watch 69173

1990 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 14060 Black Dial Bezel 40mm Patina

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Rolex's Men's Submariner Watch Model: 14060 Serial: E715498 This classic Rolex submariner with a

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Early 1900s Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1990 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 14060 Black Dial Bezel 40mm Patina

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Lady-Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Steel Black Tapestry Dial Ladies Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this

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1890s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Lady-Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Steel Black Tapestry Dial Ladies Watch 69173

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H 1.03 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.03 in

18ct Yellow Gold Omega Constellation

By Omega

Located in Cape Town, ZA

18ct Yellow Gold Omega Constellation Watch – Automatic in Excellent condition. Year: 1980 18ct

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19th Century Unknown Classical Roman Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Omega Constellation

Dm 1.26 in

Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master II Wristwatch Ref 16718

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex GMT-Master II 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch 16718 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset

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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master II Wristwatch Ref 16718

Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Gold

By Rolex

Located in Vannes, FR

glass automatic movement . date . diameter 26 mm. golden dial with index sticks. golden needle. the

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1880s Contemporary Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Gold

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Rare Rolex Explorer Honeycomb Dial 6350

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

bezel. Fitted with a plastic glass, a self-winding automatic movement and a steel riveted bracelet

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Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Explorer Honeycomb Dial 6350

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Dm 1.42 in

Rolex Ladies yellow gold Diamond Masterpiece Pearlmaster 180 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Ladies Masterpiece/Pearlmaster Gold 180 Diamond Watch 69298 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels

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Late 19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Ladies yellow gold Diamond Masterpiece Pearlmaster 180 Wristwatch

Dm 1.15 in

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women’s 69178

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Automatic Water Resistance: To Manufacturers Specifications Case: 18K Yellow

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1880s Singaporean Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women’s 69178

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Automatic Water Resistance: To Manufacturers Specifications Case: 18K Yellow

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1880s Singaporean Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women’s 69178

Rolex GMT Master II Fat Lady Coke Stainless Steel Men's 16760

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Complete With: Box Only Dial: Black Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Automatic Water Resistance: To

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1880s Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master II Fat Lady Coke Stainless Steel Men's 16760

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Art Deco Ladies Platinum Diamonds Wristwatch

Located in London, GB

adorned with single cut diamonds with a total carat weight of 1.40ct approximately. The watch is an

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Ladies Platinum Diamonds Wristwatch

L 8.67 in

Rolex Day-Date 36 18038

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Complete With: Xupes Presenation Pouch Dial: Champagne Baton Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Automatic

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1880s Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Day-Date 36 18038

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Sturdy GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Sapphire Crystal DIAL: 40mm DIAL COLOUR

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19th Century Antique Automatic Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner

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Rolex 16013 Datejust Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Size: Will fit a 7" wrist Clasp: Fold over clasp Serial: 8 mill. Serial Movement: Automatic SKU: W2922

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Early 1800s Swiss Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16013 Datejust Wristwatch

Carlo Ferrara Regolatore 18 Karat White Gold Gents RM MCMXCVII, 1997

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Diameter: 39 mm Case Size: 39mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Movement: Automatic Case: 18k

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Carlo Ferrara Regolatore 18 Karat White Gold Gents RM MCMXCVII, 1997

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Invicta Men's Wristwatch Stainless Steel Automatic Professional Water Resistant

By Invicta

Located in Greensboro, NC

a date counter and displays an Invicta emblem and the inscription Automatic Professional 660Ft

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19th Century Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Invicta Men's Wristwatch Stainless Steel Automatic Professional Water Resistant

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Sapphire Watch 69173 Stainless & 18k Gold 1Yr Wnty

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

This is an authentic Rolex wristwatch. The watch has been professionally serviced and comes with a

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19th Century Unknown Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies Sapphire Watch 69173 Stainless & 18k Gold 1Yr Wnty

Early 20th Century Edwardian 3 Liqueur and Cigar Table Cabinet Tantalus Dry Bar

By J. C. Vickery

Located in London, GB

An Edwardian mahogany liqueur and cigar 'patent automatic' table cabinet, no. 12483, by J.C

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1910s English Edwardian Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Early 20th Century Edwardian 3 Liqueur and Cigar Table Cabinet Tantalus Dry Bar

H 14.77 in W 14.57 in D 11.23 in

Monumental Swiss Brass Telescope by Perrelet

By Perrelet

Located in New Orleans, LA

developer of the first automatic winding wristwatch. It was his grandson, Louis-Frédéric Perrelet, who had a

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19th Century European Other Antique Automatic Watches

Monumental Swiss Brass Telescope by Perrelet

H 89 in W 100 in D 47 in

Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Box by Asprey's, 1909

Located in London, GB

sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Box by Asprey's, 1909

H 1.78 in W 2.37 in D 1.78 in

Antique Asprey Sterling Silver Playing Card Box Casket, 1912

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

sophisticates who delighted in its other modern products, including travel clocks, safety razors and automatic

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1910s English Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Asprey Sterling Silver Playing Card Box Casket, 1912

H 1.97 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in

Men's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bulova Automatic Watch

By Bulova

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: automatic, shock proof, anti-magnetic Function: hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date Case

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19th Century Unknown Modern Antique Automatic Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bulova Automatic Watch

Dm 1.3 in

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Antique Automatic Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique automatic watches for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique automatic watches to choose from, but Art Deco and Contemporary antique automatic watches are of considerable interest. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet are consistently popular. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of antique cushion cut and marquise cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our antique automatic watches for sale are for men, but there are 24 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are Antique Automatic Watches?

Prices for antique automatic watches start at $137 and top out at $46,780 with these watches, on average, selling for $7,000.

Finding the Right watches for You

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.

Questions About Antique Automatic Watches

Does Omega have automatic watches?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Are Omega watches automatic?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What does an automatic watch mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.
Are Rolex watches automatic?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
Are Cartier watches automatic?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024
Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.

While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.

It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.

Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.

Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Are all Omega watches automatic?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
At what age is a watch considered antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
At 100 years of age or more, a watch is generally considered an antique. A vintage watch is a timepiece that is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique, vintage and modern watches.
How does an antique watch fob work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.

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