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Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe for Shreve Crump & Low Platinum Diamond 1920s Ladies Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch retailed by Shreve Crump & Low, 24 X 13 M.M
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe 3998P Automatic Calatrava Diamond Dial Watch Circa 1991
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This 3998P Calatrava Patek Philippe watch features a self-winding movement with Diamond set Velvet
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

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
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1559R, Rose Gold, Original Certificate Not Polished, Circa 1947
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 1559R, 18 Karat rose gold large rectangular watch measuring 39 x 23 mm
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco J. E. Caldwell Old Euro Diamond and Pearl Evening Watch. This gorgeous
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
3000 years old. The tortue is still in the Cartier line today. The Elgin National Watch Company was
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Shreve & Co Platinum Ladies Dress Watch
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
brands, such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet. This piece is entirely hand constructed in
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Heuer Stainless Steel Waterproof Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Heuer
Located in Long Beach, CA
this distinctive watch. It it is striking and looks like new old stock. There is no discernable wear on
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Agassiz Sterling Silver High Grade Split Seconds Chronograph Watch
By Agassiz
Located in Long Beach, CA
(fantastic) watch was produced by the premier old house of Agassiz, one of the main competitors of Patek
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Early 20th Century Pocket Watches

Touchon & Co. Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1900s
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a magnificent hand made watch by a premier old
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Rolex Nickel Prince Drs. Watch 1930s with Silver Dial by Stern Freres
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Switzerland, all the major houses used their dials. Stern purchased the Patek Philippe Watch Company when they
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Gruen Solid Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Original Dial by Stern Freres 1920's
Located in Long Beach, CA
. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT Gruen Watch Company is an old Swiss house famous for making watches on many
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral Engraving, circa 1907
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Jules Jurgensen 18 Karat Solid Gold Two-Color Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1930s
By Jules Jugensen
Located in Long Beach, CA
dial house in Switzerland and in the early 1930's Stern purchased the Patek Philippe Watch Company when
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Silver & Niello Watch from 1915 Dial by Stern Freres Matching Chain
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
bought Patek Philippe when it went bankrupt in the 1930s. Stern Still owns Patek Philippe today. You will
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
mainspring and the balance wheel used by Patek Philippe as well. The shape of this watch, called a Tortue
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Longines for Birks Open Faced Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1921
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
the Patek Philippe Watch Company. Stern still owns Patek Philippe to this day. The dial on this watch
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Elgin Gold Filled Pocket Watch with Unique Floral and Initials Engraving 1900s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Elgin Ladies Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band 1940s and Box
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Hand Engraved Pocket Watch from 1918
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1974 Gent's Rolex Date Just Khanjar Black خنجر Dial 18K Two Tone Watch Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in Santa Monica, CA
various watch brands including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Omega, and others — often through
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Open Face American Pocket Watch circa 1912 Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Swiss paid licensing fees to Elgin for many of their inventions in watchmaking. Patek Philippe
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Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

C.H. Meylan 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Watch Hand Constructed, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT C.H. Meylan was a premier old house in Switzerland. All their watches were
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Elgin Gold Filled Hunters Case Pocket Watch from 1900 with Kiln Fired Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
excellent original condition. We seldom see watches this old in such fine condition. This watch comes
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton 14K Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Presentation Back from 1932
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Kiln Fired Enamel Printing on it. Only the finest Swiss watches like Patek Philippe had dials done
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Movado 18Kt. White Gold Art Deco Watch with Leather Cord Band circa 1930's
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
Numerals. The hands are original as well. Stern Freres bought the Patek Philippe Watch Company in the early
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from the 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Lady Elgin Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
million watches. By 1890, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

J.E. Caldwell by I.W.C. 18Kt Yellow Gold Open Faced Art Deco Pocket Watch, 1930s
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
premier old house in Philadelphia. They purchased their watches from only the finest makers in the world
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Marcus & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Watch by I.W.C, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
bought Patek Philippe in the early 1930's. The Stern family still owns the Patek Philippe watch company.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

E. Gubelin 18 Karat, Two-Tone Rose and White Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch ca 1930
Located in Long Beach, CA
owns Patek Philippe. This watch, while being 85 years old looks very contemporary.
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Shultz Two Tone Gold made for C.D. Peacock in Chicago Hand Made from 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
the finest dial house in the world at the time. In the early 1930's the Patek Philippe Watch Company
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled from 1939 with Hand Engraved Monogram Tortue Shaped
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
, Elgin was producing over two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Elgin 14Kt. Gold Hunters Case Pocket with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1887
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
durability. The Elgin Watch Company also played a major role in the development of the pocket watches for the
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Antique 1880s American Pocket Watches

Art Deco 1925 Japonism Enameled Travel Clock in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
can regularly be found and Cooksey Shugart shows two International Watch Company watches signed "Yard
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Shreve & Co Jade Carriage Clock with Exposed Escapement Sterling Hardware 1915
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
brands, such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet. This piece is entirely hand constructed in
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Jade, Silver

Gubelin 1960 Gilbert Albert Organic Earrings in 18kt Gold Abalone Shell & Pearl
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
important sculptural jewelry works for the Patek Philippe company and he worked there as part of the
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gubelin by Gilbert Albert 1960 Swiss Organic Bracelet 18Kt Gold Abalone Shell
Located in Miami, FL
prizes. He made important sculptural jewelry works for the Patek Philippe company and he worked there as
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gubelin 1970 Kurt Aepli Necklace Brooch 18Kt Gold Diamonds, Jasper & Bloodstone
By Gubelin
Located in Miami, FL
until 1980. He also made some design for others firms like Gubelin and Patek Philippe. Was an active
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Ref#3450 18kyg Rare 1980s Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
PATEK PHILIPPE REF. #3450 PERPETUAL CALENDAR 18KYG RAREST 1980S WATCH - BRAND NEW W/ ORIGINAL BOX
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch Model Number 4808 100% Authentic New / Old stock Comes with a
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch Model Number 4808 100% Authentic New / Old Stock Comes with a
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Gondolo 3819/002 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Unworn Full Set
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
Patek Philippe Gondolo Pavé Bezel and Bracelet Link Référence n°3819/002 Very rare item in this
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies White Gold Diamond Twenty-4 Bracelet Wristwatch 4910/49g
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Phillipe Twenty-4 Women's Watch Model Number: 4910/49G-001 100% Authentic Brand New (Old
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Diamond Platinum Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum diamond vintage pocket watch by Patek Philippe. Works great, fully functional. Serial
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Antique 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Patek Philippe 5127R Automatic Calatrava Watch, Circa 2013
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 5127R, 37mm automatic Calatrava watch, made in 18 Karat Rose gold case
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 5098R Rose Gold Gondolo Watch, circa 2010
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 5098R "Gondolo" Tonneau shaped case made in 18 Karat Rose gold. The watch was made
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Emerald Mesh Watch Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montclair, NJ
mechanical, hand winding, Swiss movement made by PATEK Philippe. Only the finest quality calibre cut natural
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Patek Philippe Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch NOS 600 C1964
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
Patek Philippe. A Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch in New Old Stock condition C1964 Dial
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Patek Philippe Platinum and Black Enamel Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Greenwich, CT
elegant Art Deco Patek Philippe pocket watch. With a handsome black enamel graphic design on the bezel
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

Patek Philippe. A Rose Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
Patek Philippe 18kt Rose Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1900s. Dial: The white
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Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Patek Philippe White Gold Ultra Thin New Old Stock Manual Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement. This impressive nearly new watch still has its original Patek Philippe Strap, the one
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 1450J "Top Hat" Art Deco Watch, circa 1950
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This 1450J Patek Philippe Art Deco watch features18 Karat yellow gold rectangular iconic art deco
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies 18 Karat Gold Pendant Watch with Archival Document
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
pendant watch is entirely handmade. It comes with an authentication papers from Patek Philippe in Geneva
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Antique 1870s Swiss Pocket Watches

Patek Philippe 150th Anniversary Officers Watch Yellow Gold with Hinged Back
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 150th Anniversary Officers Watch 18k Yellow Gold with Hinged Back 3960 (or 3960J
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

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On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of old patek philippe watches. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and platinum — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 35 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of old patek philippe watches to choose from, but Art Deco and modern old patek philippe watches are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Patek Philippe, Gubelin and Tiffany & Co. produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for old european cut old patek philippe watches and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and baguette cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of old patek philippe watches, as most of the options available are for women.

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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 Old Patek Philippe Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Adjustments on a Patek Philippe watch vary depending on the model. The crown is for winding the timepiece, and other functions are often controlled by push buttons. For specific instructions on adjustments and settings, consult the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Patek Philippe watches are one of the most accurate timepieces available in the luxury market today. The level of accuracy varies from watch to watch. However, every watch the brand offers is accurate by -3 to +2 seconds over a 24-hour period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Patek Philippe does have a tourbillon watch, the Grand Complications 6002R. The model is a redesign of the Reference 6002 Sky Moon Tourbillon. It features a rose gold case, a champlevé and cloisonné brown enamel dial and a chestnut alligator leather strap. Shop a wide range of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Patek Philippe watches are generally considered to be exceptionally good timepieces. The brand continuously creates new technologies to expand the functionality and increase the accuracy of their designs, and artisans handcraft every watch that bares the Patel Phillipe name. Even production of the parts takes place in-house to ensure quality. Shop a wide range of Patel Phillipe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wearing a Patek Philippe luxury wristwatch is an excellent status symbol for any aspiring celebrity or businessperson. In 1851, the Queen of England sported a Patek Philippe watch, and it increased its popularity among wealthy, high-profile people. You'll find a collection of authentic Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    All of Patek Philippe’s watch models are collector’s items and popular in their own right. The widely coveted Nautilus sports watch line, for example, has been produced without interruption for more than four decades, but it’s hard to say which of the brand’s watches is the most popular because different models cater to different needs and preferences. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Patek Philippe watches are commonly seen as the best brand for Swiss watches, particularly because of their quality, level of expertise, and value. In the manufacturing process there are often 60 steps needed even for subtle aspects which also adds to the cost.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    To identify a Patek Philippe watch, first locate the serial and model numbers. Depending on the timepiece, you will usually find them printed inside the case or along the interior edges. Once you have these numbers, cross-check them with trusted online resources to determine which watch you have. If you run into any difficulty, consult a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with identification. Explore a variety of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, Patek Phillippe is a luxury watch. The Swiss watchmaker uses only fine-quality materials and is known for producing sophisticated, highly accurate movements. All Patek Philippe watches are painstakingly handcrafted to ensure quality. It takes artisans nine months to produce the brand's most basic watches. A single complicated model can require two years of crafting to fully complete. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Patek Phillippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Yes, there are fake Patek Philippe watches. One way to identify an authentic timepiece produced by the Swiss watchmaker is to examine the back of its case. Patek Philippe doesn't put reference or serial numbers on the case backs, but many fakes will display them. On a real Patek Philippe timepiece, you'll see either a Geneva seal or the Patek Philippe logo, which is a double P. You will usually also find markings that identify the type of material it is made from. If you're unsure of the authenticity of a particular piece, seek input from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some Patek Philippe watches feature gold. The Swiss luxury watchmaker frequently works with white, yellow and rose gold for its alluring timepieces. Additionally, there are Patek Philippe watches made with platinum and combinations of precious metals. Explore a diverse assortment of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To set a Patek Philippe watch, pull the crown out to its farthest setting when the second hand hits the 12:00 mark. The second hand will stop, and you can set the time by turning the crown until the watch shows the right time. Then, push the crown back in, and the watch is set. On 1stDibs, find vintage and modern Patek Philippe from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Patek Philippe does have women's watches available for sale. The brand's signature Nautilus timepiece comes in a slimmer silhouette intended for women. In addition, the brand offers the Twenty~4 Automatic collection exclusively for women. These watches are available in stainless steel and rose gold. Most models feature genuine diamond accents. Shop a range of Patek Philippe women's watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Patek Philippe watches are waterproof — some more than others. In 1979, Patek Philippe devised a watch that was fully waterproof down to 120 meters, which was astonishing for the times. However, Patek Philippe dress watches aren’t designed to be in water regularly, but two of its sport watches, the Aquanaut and the Nautilus, are designed for wearing in the water, and they’re water-resistant down to 120 meters. Shop a collection of vintage and new Patek Philippe pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best Patek Philippe watch is ultimately a matter of opinion. Since its founding in 1839, demand has soared for the wide range of sophisticated timepieces that the legendary watchmaker has brought into the world. Whether you gravitate toward the Calatrava, the Nautilus or another model, Patek Philippe has crafted many different watches that offer various levels of complexity and design. Shop a large collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches to suit any taste on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The exact method of changing a strap on a Patek Philippe watch varies by the model. To detach straps from the timepiece, there will be small push buttons to release. Remember to use a toothpick or other tool that will not scratch the metal. Consult the brand’s website for more specific information on each model.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, all Patek Philippe watches have serial numbers. Luxury watches will often have a serial number to help with authentication. Patek Philippe serial numbers are engraved on the case back. Consult the brand’s website for more information on finding the date of manufacture on your watch. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Patek Philippe watches hold their value very well due to their immense popularity among collectors. Patek Philippe is one of the world's premier watchmakers with over 150 years of experience. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Patek Philippe watches may be quartz or mechanical, depending on the model. The brand uses quartz movements in some Gondolo, Nautilus and Aquanaut timepieces. However, the majority of the brand's watches feature manual or self-winding mechanical movement. Find a collection of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To set the time on a Patek Philippe watch, unscrew the crown and wind it clockwise. Other functions will depend on the exact model you have and its complexity. For information on specific models, consult the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.

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