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Antique Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
One can almost feel the stories that this watch carries from being passed down through the years. This beautiful antique platinum diamond watch features approximately 52 sparkling di...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch reflects the iconic Art Deco style, characterized by its
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ladys Platinum Hamilton Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
This lady's 1900s Hamilton mechanical wind wristwatch pairs elegantly with a black double cord
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Cartier Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
wristwatch with 18K pink gold Cartier deployant clasp. The 16mm x 18mm bicolor case has a yellow gold case
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1920s Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
This mechanical Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Wristwatch centering an oval silver-tone dial with
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1920s Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 14k gold Longines ladies wristwatch, boxed
By Longines
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage 14ct gold ladies wristwatch.
It has a yellow gold case with a champagne tone
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies, original Vacheron Model 250895 movement serial #400600 produced in 1929 in Switzerland. 18k yellow gold bezel.. New French tan leather band. Recently serviced. Toneau shape ...
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Early 20th Century Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris “Tortue” Diamond and Grosgrain Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Representing a watchmaking milestone, this circa 1913 ladies’ “Tortue” wristwatch by Cartier Paris
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Early 20th Century French Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Omega Military Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1920s
By Omega
Located in Atlanta, GA
1920s Omega Military Watch with NATO Strap
Features:
Case Diameter: 30 millimeter without crown, 33 millimeter with crown
Black NATO Strap fits up to 10.5 inch wrist, adjustable wi...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Link Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Link Wrist Watch
Diamond weight: 1.10 Carat
White color- D-E
Clean Clarity: VS
Working condition
Comes with extra link
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Croton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch Watch 1920s
By Croton
Located in Wallkill, NY
Croton Ladies platinum and diamond wristwatch, 17-jewel manual-wind movement. Measuring 13 mm wide
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Waltham Classic 14k White Gold Manual Wristwatch
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Waltham in 14k white gold with an octagonal shape filagreed case with a white dial set with Roman numeral hour markers on a fabric strap with a tang buckle. Manual. Circa 191...
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1910s Antique Wristwatch
Materials
White Gold
Belle Époque Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch, circa 1915
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian lacy filigree platinum and diamond wristwatch is a testimony to the jeweler's art in this
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1910s Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Glycine Platinum Diamond Emerald Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Antique Art Deco Glycine Watch featuring a platinum case with a diamond shaped face and channel set emeralds and prong set diamonds on a platinum mesh band. Glycine Swiss movement.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Verger Frères Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1925
By Verger Frères
Located in New York, NY
A rare Verger Frères Art Deco watch with Vacheron Constantin movement, embellished with rubies, sapphires, emeralds and onyx. Made in France, circa 1925
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Set Silver Dial Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
A Platinum Diamond Set Cocktail Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, silver dial with arabic numbers, a fixed
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1920s Unknown Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Lady's Platinum Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
, diamonds and onyx rectangular,women's wristwatch with platinum and diamond mesh band. The 13mm x 30mm
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1920s Swiss Edwardian Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Howard Steel Oversized Wristwatch Manual Winding from 1921
By Howard
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movement / European Case from 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SI...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum, making it the perfect timeless accessory for any special occasion.
Boasting an impressi...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Omega Steel Oversized 1920s Wristwatch with Exceptional Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oversized Pocket Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1915
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 54mm X Diameter 47mm
MOVEM...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Rolex, White Gold & Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, Dated 1927
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1927. This rare shaped ladies diamond
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Wristwatch, Circa 1925
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco diamond cocktail wristwatch, with a rectangular, silvered dial with Art Deco style
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Large Antique Advertisement Wristwatch of the Swiss Watchmaker "Certina"
Located in Hamburg, DE
designed in the form of a wristwatch and is fully functional. The watch is not only interesting for all
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Mid-19th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 5.91 in
Bulova Ladies Yellow Gold Art Deco Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Bulova
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies 14k yellow gold Bulova wristwatch. Watch bracelet consists of floral stamped links with a
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Lady Wristwatch with Old Cut or Baguette Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Lady Wristwatch With Old Cut / Baguette Cut Diamonds
Movement: mechanical hand winding
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1920s Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
European Vintage Wristwatches Anker, Omega, Orion, Lanco Swiss, Chronometre
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Antique wrist watch collection. Total 22 watches . All of them in original condition.
Leather bends. The watches are functional but needs a movement cleaning which is a ...
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16th Century Swiss Antique Wristwatch
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W 2 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
Cartier Paris and Edmond Jaeger Seed Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1910s, this early platinum, seed pearl and diamond wristwatch was created by
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Enchanting Art Deco Platinum Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds, Valmon Geneve
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting Art Deco platinum ladies wristwatch with diamonds.
Manual winding.
Very good original
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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W 0.42 in L 2.37 in
Cartier Lady's Platinum, Gold and Diamond Art Deco Tonneau Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier platinum, diamond and 18K yellow gold Art Deco Tortue wristwatch, circa 1925. An extremely
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.03 in
Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Vintage Bracelet Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Working condition
Malachite Dial has hairline cracks that is not visible to the eye
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
Pery Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Vintage Manual Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Ladies Rose Gold (Diamond/Ruby) Pery watch - Manual winding. Rose gold ( 13 x 25 mm ). Rose gold dial with Roman numeral markers. Art deco rose gold bracelet; will fit a 5 3/...
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19th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Antique Wristwatch Watch 14k Gold Case Galt Vintage Estate Item Find
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Oakton, VA
Antique Wristwatch Watch 14K Gold Case Galt Vintage Estate Item Find
Around 0.50 oz in weight
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1910s American Antique Wristwatch
Materials
14k Gold, Gold
Rolex Art Deco Ladies Wristwatch, 18 Karat White Gold and Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting Rolex Art Deco women's wristwatch - a timeless jewel in white gold and diamonds
This
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Juvenia Sterling Silver Campaign Style Rotary Phone Bezel Manual Wristwatch
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Juvenia Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Military / Campaign Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
CIRCA: 1920's
DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Diameter 36mm
MOVEMENT /...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Audemars Piguet by J.E. Caldwell Ladies Platinum Diamond Manual Wristwatch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco lady's platinum diamond wristwatch by J.E. Caldwell. The original dial with black
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. White Gold Filled
CIRCA: 1926
DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Width 27mm
MOVEMENT / CA...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Elgin for Shreve & Co. San Francisco Enamel Dial Wristwatch, 1910
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company movement made For Shreve & Co San Francisco
STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1910
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Mixed Metal
Baume Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch & Bracelet & Original Box
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique ladies wristwatch was made by the well known Baume et Mercier of Switzerland in
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Gold
H 0.38 in W 0.63 in D 7.25 in
Patek Philippe Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, 1920s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Water Mill, NY
Unique 1920's Patek Philippe Platinum 4.00 cts Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany with
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Important Art Deco Black, Starr, and Frost Platinum Diamond Emerald Wristwatch
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Superb~
In splendid condition, this bracelet watch features calibre cut onyx, earth-mine emeralds, and sparkling diamond housed in an engraved platinum setting.
Please review the d...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ollendorff 56 Diamonds 2.0cttw Platinum Art Deco Ladies Wristwatch Circa 1920s
Located in North Attleboro, MA
-wound wristwatch by Ollendorff circa the late 1920s! It's not just a timepiece, it's a gorgeous
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Ladies Platinum white gold Diamond French Art Deco Mechanical Wristwatch, 1925
Located in Poitiers, FR
Rectangular, this art deco watch features geometric lines and decorations set with diamonds.
The bracelet is a double black cord retained by white gold ties. The white gold clasp is ...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Round diamond encrusted cocktail watch with decorative art deco diamond encrusted and braided wrist band, silk cord attachments. 18k white gold set with rose cut diamonds circa 1925
...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Ornate Gubelin Band Manual Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Piece by Renowned Watch Designer Patek Phillipe
18k Yellow Gold Rounded Rectangle Case
13 mm Wide (15 mm w/ Crown)
23 mm Long
Lug-to-Lug Distance = 22 mm
Champagne D...
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Early 20th Century Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Gondolo Engraved mechanical Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Engraved on back: " Bill on your fiftieth birthday with deep affection from all your partners April 2, 1914-1964"
18 kt., mechanical, dia. ap. 25 x 25 mm., dial, movement, case & c...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Wristwatch
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Hampden Yellow Gold Engraved Hunting Case Manual winding Pocket Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
Hampden Yellow Gold Hunting Case Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Solid yellow gold case, beautifully engraved (45mm). Enamel dial with black Arabic numerals; seconds subdial at 6 o'...
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Early 1900s Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Ladies 9 Karat Rose Gold & Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique ladies cocktail or evening watch is hallmarked as originating from England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style. The case and band are c...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Metal, Gold
Waltham Silver Campaign Style Manual Wristwatch from 1918 with Enamel Dial
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign / Military Style
METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: 1918
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 35m...
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1910s American Victorian Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
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H 1.74 in Dm 1.38 in
Patek Philippe Large White and Yellow Gold Stepped Case 1920s Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Wrist Watch, 39 M.M. Lug end to end X 29 M.M. 18K White and Yellow Gold 2 Piece Hinged Stepped case with slight Flared Lugs. Mechanical, manual wind 18 Je...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron & Constantin 18Kt, Yellow Gold and Enamel Art Deco Wristwatch, 1920's
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron & Constantin
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Strap Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm x ...
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1920s Antique Wristwatch
E. Howard Steel Art Deco Dial Oversized Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1920s
By E. Howard & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Howard Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Wrist Watch / Custom Conversion to a wrist watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Steel with Exhibition Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 Movem...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Le Roy et Fils, Antique Gold Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds and Enamel, Bangle
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent, antique gold ladies' wristwatch with diamonds and enamel dial.
The watch is set with
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19th Century French Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Enamel
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H 2.21 in W 2.52 in Dm 0.95 in
Verger Frères Ladies platinum diamond red enamel Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1925
By Verger Frères
Located in New York, NY
A Unique Verger Frères Art Deco red enamel lady's watch with diamonds, mounted on platinum. Made in France, circa 1925
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Peek A Boo Ladies Wristwatch with Opal and Diamonds
By Geneva Clock Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique ladies 'Peek-a-Boo' wristwatch was made by the well known Geneva Watch Company of
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Metal, Gold
H 0.25 in W 0.63 in D 1.5 in
Bijou by Racine Sterling Silver and Niello Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch circa 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Racine Watch Company / Bijou
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Silver with Inlaid Niello
CIRCA / YEAR: Mid Teens
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Dia...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Rolex 9ct. Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Wristwatch ca 1920's, with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Baguette Style
METAL / MATERIAL: 9ct. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm x Width 11mm
M...
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1920s Swiss Antique Wristwatch
Dent Maker to the Queen English 18 Karat Gold Early Wristwatch circa 1870s-1880s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Dent, Watchmaker and Chronometer Maker to the Queen
STYLE / REFERENCE: Half Hunter / Military Style Early Wrist Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / Y...
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1880s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Wristwatch
Art Deco Ladies Diamond Rolex Cocktail Watch in 18ct White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
An original 1920s fine quality ladies ‘cocktail’ wristwatch by Rolex in 18ct white gold case and
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Kt Gold Alpina Gruen / Rolex Prince Doctors Jump Hour Wrist Watch
Located in Antwerp, BE
wristwatch is one of the exceedingly rare examples of a "doctor's" watch produced by Gruen in the late 1920s
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Gold
Audemars Piguet 1930 Art Deco Watch Necklace In Platinum And 4.86 Ctw Diamonds
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
. In 1892, the brand created the first-minute repeater wristwatch. By 1899 the first Grand Complication
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Wristwatch
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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H 1.57 in W 0.59 in D 0.38 in L 21 in
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Antique Wristwatch For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the antique wristwatch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique wristwatch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique wristwatch over the years, but those made by Rolex, Patek Philippe and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at an antique wristwatch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an antique wristwatch for sale for women should be easy, but there are 104 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Antique Wristwatch?
Prices for an antique wristwatch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $137 and can go as high as $125,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,000.
Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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