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James Bond Wristwatch

Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Ref 2532800 James Bond Cal 112 Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This truly iconic & highly sought after Omega Seamaster Professional 300m, nicknamed "James Bond
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Vintage Rolex Submariner James Bond Big Crown Stainless Steel Automatic
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
, this watch has a special place in history, as it is considered the original 'James Bond/007' Submariner
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Vintage ladies wristwatch display box, 1960's
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
the wrists of notable figures like James Bond. Today, Omega remains a symbol of excellence, blending
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather

Omega  Vintage  ladies wristwatch display box, 1960's
Omega  Vintage  ladies wristwatch display box, 1960's
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H 3.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
Rolex Deepsea Seadweller Wristwatch Ref 116660. Strong Investment.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
of the James Bond film, No Time To Die, was shot, making an interesting connection between modern
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2010s Wrist Watches

Breitling Top Time Wristwatch ref 2000-33. Heavy Gold Capped Case, Year c 1967.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, GB
featured in the James Bond film Thunderball and this version, with black and gold lends a wonderful vintage
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 215.30.46.51.01.001 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995. Retail price 9100 USD. In excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Annual Calendar r 231.13.43.22.02.002 Men's Watch in Stainless
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995. Retail price 9500 USD. In excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 2512.50.00 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995. In excellent condition and recently
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Diver 215.30.46.51.01.001 Men's Watch in Stainless
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
exposure when it become the watch of choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Moonwatch’, 1974
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
astronauts, actors, and performers. It has also appeared in several films, including the James Bond feature
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex: The Impossible Collection
By Assouline Publishing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
the James Bond film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, they are sure to astonish collectors the world
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

Materials

Metal

Rolex: The Impossible Collection
Rolex: The Impossible Collection
H 18.62 in W 15.55 in D 2.95 in

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Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.
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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond

Bulgari Diamond Ruby Gold Serpenti Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Capturing the seductive and alluring quintessence of the Bulgari Serpent, this resplendent piece sinuously curves around the neck, with scales comprised of 18k yellow and white gold,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
1960’s 18k yellow gold necklace, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and 16 pearls 10.5-15.5mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 100 cts.
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Vintage 1960s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Guy Ellia 18 Karat Rose Gold Tourbillon Zephyr Skeleton Watch
By Guy Ellia
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold Tourbillon Zephyr Reference # RGGS-01-AAA Skeletonized with Tourbillon Christophe Claret developed movement Manual Wind White Sapphire Case with Rose Gold Sides 45...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Heart Shaped Ruby Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace Set
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k yellow diamond necklace, designed as a series of links pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, set at the center with graduated heart-shaped rubies and cabochon sapphires. ...
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Vintage 1940s Italian More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Sapphire Spots Onyx and Emerald Eyed Panther Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The famed Jeanne Toussaint Panther designs worn by the Duchess of Windsor and Barbara Hutton and otherr iconic Cartier clients Platinum diamond, sapphire, emerald eyes and onyx nose ...
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Late 20th Century American More Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum

Tudor Archeo Men's Watch
By Tudor
Located in Vaughan, CA
Tudor Archeo Stainless steel case and bezel. White dial with silver coloured hands and roman numeral markers. Automatic movement. Case size: 34 mm x 40 mm Black leather bracelet with...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb Unique Leopard Diamond Watch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
An Important leopard watch-bracelet encrusted with fine white and brown diamonds and emerald eyes, produced as a collaboration or client special order between Van Cleef & Arpels and ...
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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Highly Important 43.19 Carat D Flawless Type II A Oval Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Highly Important 43.19 Carat D Flawless Type II A Oval Diamond Ring Accompanied by a supplemental letter stating that the diamond has been determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Type ...
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2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 8.50 Ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 8.50 ct Round Cut Fancy Color Diamond Solitaire Men's Ring 8.50 fancy yellowish brown round cut center diamond set in 18k gold hexagon motif band. Ring Size: 5.75 R...
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2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Swatch GZ189 Holly Joy year 2004 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful Holly Jolly Swatch dedicated to Christmas holidays. The strap is made of leather and has a nice Christmas pattern. The box is made of wood and inside the clock is rolled up...
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Daytona 18K Yellow Gold White Dial 16528 Cosmograph Chronograph Watch 1997
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 16528 Year: 1997 Serial number: U4xxxxx Reference: C03709 Case: 18K Yellow Gold case shows sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped ...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Greubel Forsey Tourbillon Contemporain Anthrecite
Located in Dallas, TX
Greubel Forsey Tourbillon Contemporain Anthrecite - Rose Gold - Gray Dial - Tourbillon Movement: Tourbillon Power Reserve: 72 Hours Case: Rose gold Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphi...
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2010s Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Important Natural Burmese Oval Cut Sapphire Round Cut Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Surround yourself with the utmost in luxury and elegance with this Natural Burmese no heat oval cut sapphire and round cut diamond platinum necklace. With 38 velvety deep blue sapph...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rolex Datejust Silver Dial White Gold Steel Ladies Watch 79174
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Silver Dial White Gold Steel Ladies Watch 79174. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver, Steel

Rolex Date White Dial Oyster Bracelet Steel Mens Watch 15210
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date White Dial Oyster Bracelet Steel Mens Watch 15210. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 34.0 mm in diameter. Rolex...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Steel

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Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 007 Spectra Ltd Ed Automatic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Omega Seamaster Mens James Bond 007 Spectra 231.10.42.21.03004 wrist watch. This is not just your
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Gold Plated Stainless Steel Top Time Driver Chronograph Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
place in pop culture, being the only other model of watch that Sean Connery wears as James Bond besides
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Submariner GILT Maxi Dial James Bond Wristwatch Ref 5513-0
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
Rolex Submariner wristwatch in stainless steel, reference 5513-0 GILT maxi dial from circa 1976
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster James Bond 300M GMT Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Cape May, NJ
Omega Model 2535.80 Seamaster Professional 300M Blue Wave Dial Watch w/ Box. The watch is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear. It comes with its original box and paperwor...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel James Bond Seamaster Limited Edition Automatic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Omega Model: James Bond 007 Seamaster MPN: 212.30.41.20.01.001 Production Number: 00108 out
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Aqua Terra James Bond 007 Automatic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic Self Winding Omega 8507. Stainless steel case with exhibition case back (41.5mm diameter). Blue Dial with interlocked dynamic design with yellow seconds hand. Stainless s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6536/1
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Rare and Collectible Stainless Steel " James Bond " Submariner Ref. 6536 / 1 - Self-winding
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 300m Professional Wristwatch, Auto, Mid-Size, Year 2011.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, GB
reference from the more known "James Bond" Seamaster, and similar to the limited edition Americas Cup full
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2010s Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster "No Time to Die" 210.90.42.20.01.001 Men's Watch in Titanium
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
become the watch of choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995. Retail price 9500
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Titanium

14 Karat Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville with Champagne Dial
By Omega
Located in Brisbane, QLD
. An excellent James Bond era Omega in beautiful condition and featuring a fresh black leather strap
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Super Rare Original 1966 Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Pan AM 1675 Little GMT Red Hand
By Rolex
Located in GB
James Bond film Goldfinger where Honor Blackman wore the GMT with the sports band in 1959, now more
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Signature Omega Seamaster Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Remark: “Iconic Cartier at its James Bond Seamaster best” SIZE: 33 millimeters WEIGHT: 39.7
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Summer Blue 210.30.42.20.03.003 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
become the watch of choice worn by the James Bond character in every movie since 1995. Retail price
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Wristwatch Ref 6536 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of a Rolex Submariner James Bond wristwatch, Ref. 6536. The case is
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Wristwatch Ref 6536/1
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of the Rolex James Bond reference 6536/1 from the late 1950s. The stainless
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner "Small Crown James Bond" Wristwatch Ref 6536
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
rare James Bond variation. It is said approximately 100 pieces were produced and only for 1 year, 1955
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Wristwatch Ref 5508 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful and extremely rare example of a stainless steel Rolex Submariner James Bond
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508 with Tropical Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very unusual example of a Rolex Submariner James Bond wristwatch, Ref. 5508, with a
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a excellent example of the Rolex Submariner reference 5508 known as the "James Bond". This
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5508
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful and extremely rare example of a Rolex Submariner James Bond model, Ref. 5508
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Tropical Submariner Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5508, James Bond no-crown-guard with case back
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 007 James Bond Stainless Steel 23230422101004 Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W6356 Manufacturer: Omega Model: Seamaster Model Ref: 23230422101004 Age: 22nd December 2012 Gender: Men's Complete With: Box, Manuals, Guarantee , Card Holder & Limited Editio...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner James Bond Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 6538
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and rare stainless steel self winding diver's wristwatch.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner Wristwatch circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Big Crown James Bond Submariner, Ref. 6538, circa 1957. Great looking iconic
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 5508
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 5508 Very rare Submariner "James Bond" Case-Screwed case, steel, acrylic glass
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

1954 Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel 6538 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
“The James Bond”. It all started with the 6538, which makes this one of the most sought-after
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Yellow Gold Constellation Wristwatch with Date circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in Toronto, ON
device of the Olympic Games since 1932. James Bond has worn it in films since 1995. Other notable Omega
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Stainless Steel DeVille Hour Vision Special Edition Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this watch is actor Daniel Craig, who currently plays James Bond in the recent Bond movies.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Tropical Dial Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1570, which had a hacking function. Fans of James Bond will recall the Rolex 1016 Explorer is the watch
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

1975 Rolex Explorer I Stainless Steel 1016 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
A296 which was used in Submariners such as the big crown “James Bond” ref 6538). The dial of the 1016
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Vintage 1970s British Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Lady's Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Constellation Quartz Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Omega Gilt Top and Stainless Steel Back Constellation Wristwatch circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in Toronto, ON
Olympic Games since 1932. James Bond has worn it in films since 1995. other notable Omega wearers include
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, Gilt Metal

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Tropical Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1016
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1570, which had a hacking function. Fans of James Bond will recall the Rolex 1016 Explorer is the watch
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Constellation Full Bar Quartz Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Lady's Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Constellation Quartz Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Diver Co-Axial Blue Dial Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch Ref 6536/1 1956
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel James Bond Submariner Wristwatch, Ref. 6536/1, . It features an original
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 300 James Bond SPECTRE Ltd Edition Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
of James Bond 007 film of the same name. Featuring 41mm diameter stainless steel case. Featuring a bi
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Lady's Stainless Steel Seamaster Date Quartz Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Yellow Gold Filled Top Time Chronograph Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
more famously, Sean Connery wore a Top Time as James Bond in Thunderball. Bond's watch, a reference
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Omega Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Constellation Dial Quartz Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Columbia, MO
of the Olympic Games, & being the watch of choice for 007 James Bond. Most of all, Omega is known for
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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.

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