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Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Omega gold and diamond concealed bracelet watch from the mid-20th century makes
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1960s Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega 1940s Retro Rose Gold and Rubies Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Ladies Bracelet Watch, 22 x 14 M.M. 14k Rose Gold Signed Omega 2 piece case, the
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Omega 1960s Cocktail Watch, a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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White Gold

Vintage Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
Omega Cocktail Watch 18K White Gold
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H 0.79 in W 0.36 in
Vintage 9ct Omega Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Portland, England
An elegant and classic 9ct Gold Omega Ladies Wristwatch with an original and stunning gold bracelet
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1970s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold

Vintage OMEGA 18K Gold Pearl Sapphire & Diamonds Grape Watch Bracelet Very RARE
By Omega
Located in Addison, TX
This stunning OMEGA wristwatch is a true treasure, with a luxurious 18K yellow gold bracelet and
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ladies 14k Gold Omega Hidden Wrist Watch w/ Chevron Weave Link Wide Bracelet
By Omega
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Omega Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - Cal. 483 Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material
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1970s Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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14k Gold

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega lady's 18k yellow gold and diamond bracelet wristwatch. Omega manual-wind movement. 24 full
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1970 Vintage Omega 18k white gold Ladies watch
By Omega
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage Ladies 18k gold Omega watch Case size 23 mm, and openwork bracelet in 'eights'. Excellent
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1970s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Lady's Watch
By Omega
Located in Poitiers, FR
, marked "Omega Fab Suisse". The bracelet is a curb link partially amati also in yellow gold. The clasp is
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1960s French Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Men Watch
By Omega
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18k yellow gold Omega Men Watch. It is a Seamaster De Ville model. It is known as an
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20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Men Watch
18k Yellow Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Men Watch
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H 7.01 in W 0.25 in Dm 1.38 in
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Omega Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Omega Watch Manual Wind Movement Made in Switzerland
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies Mid Century 18Kt. Solid Gold Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt White
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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White Gold

Omega Deville Deville Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega DeVille DeVille Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 127941 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Omega
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20th Century Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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White Gold

Omega Cocktail Diamond & Emerald Set Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A stunning white gold Cocktail Watch by Omega. Featuring a silver dial with a white gold bezel set
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Constellation My Choice Steel Gold Diamond Mini Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Omega Constellation My Choice Stainless Steel & 18k Gold Diamond Mini Watch The watch contains a
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1990s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel

Vintage OMEGA Ladies 14k Yellow Gold Tank Watch D6786 Model
By Omega
Located in Media, PA
: Snapon, marked inside Omega Watch Co., 14K Gold, D6786, 533585 BAND/BRACELET: genuine Leather Black Band
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Late 20th Century Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Yellow Gold

Omega Cocktail - Vintage White Gold & Diamond Manual Wind Ladies' Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Behind the solid gold case back we find the beating heart of this watch: a mechanical hand-winding Omega
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1960s Swiss Art Nouveau Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, White Gold

Omega Constellation Lady Ladies Watch Diamond Bezel Steel Gold 15078
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
the bicolor bracelet give a touch of refinement to this watch, while the Omega folding clasp provides
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel

Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold, all in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this sleek Omega Men's Dress Wrist Watch evokes the revered
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Solid Gold Omega Meister Diamond , Watch Glass BIG DIAMOND !
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Solid Gold Omega Meister Diamond ,Watch Glass is one Big DIAMOND ! Extremely Rare
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1950s Swiss Artisan Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Omega Geneve Dynamic Tank Hand wind Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Movement: Omega Automatic Case Material: Gold And steel case Measurements : :35x31mm Band Type
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1970s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold Plate

Omega 18K And Steel Ladies' DeVille Watch
By Omega
Located in Honolulu, HI
bracelet made of 18k yellow gold and stainless steel. The watch is hallmarked "Omega" and has a push
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Steel, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Vintage Omega Geneve Manual, cal 1030 Gold-Plated Gents' Watch, c1974.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
& numbered 1360103, 3360803 (on inside) Attached to an original gold-plated Bracelet - plating is in great
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1970s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold Plate

Omega Vintage Women Watch off White Dial Yellow Gold Case 18 Karats
By Omega
Located in Vannes, FR
authenticity of the gold used in this Omega watch. In addition, the off-white dial bears the words "FAB SUISSE
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Omega Watch
By Omega
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold set Omega watch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 kt. White Gold Omega With Diamond Ladies Dress Cocktail Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 18 kt. White Gold Omega With Diamond Ladies Dress Cocktail Watch Movement: Manual winding
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Omega Men's Gold-Plated Quartz "Proud to be Texan" Watch Cal 396
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Men's Gold-Plated Quartz "Proud to be Texan" Watch Cal 396 Movement #396 Serial #1960266
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Seamaster Gold Capped Vintage Dress Watch, Manually Wound. Year c1964.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, GB
case back and date function. Fitted to its original gold capped Omega bracelet, this is a versatile and
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1960s Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Omega De Ville Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 48 Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive women's watch by Omega. 18k yellow gold and diamonds. Beautiful Omega De Ville ladies
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lady's Omega 14K Yellow Solid Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case 8 inch
By Omega
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Lady's Omega 14K Yellow Gold Mechanical Watch Factory Marked Case 8 inch long Wrist Length 8 inch
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold

Omega Men's Quartz Two-Tone Constellation Watch w/ Date
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Men's Quartz Two-Tone Constellation Watch w/ Date Movement #255461 Case #53169630 Stainless
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation Gold Steel Watch ref 396/1080, Day Date. Box, Papers, Links.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Representing style, attention to detail & robust function this Two-Tone Gold & Steel Omega
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, Steel

1970s Omega Coral Roy King 18K Textured Link Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage desirable fashionable 1970's Omega Large Yellow Gold and Red Natural Coral Dial Midcentury
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Coral, 18k Gold

Retro Omega Gold Dress Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
bracelet watch. Circa 1960's, this sleek design with square case has a silver-toned face and gold numeral
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Constellation 18k (750er) gold
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
This watch is enclosed within a 35mm Yellow Gold Case, framed by a Yellow Gold bezel that
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1990s Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Constellation 18k (750er) gold
Omega Constellation 18k (750er) gold
H 0.44 in W 13.78 in Dm 13.78 in
Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer Day-Date - Vintage 18k Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
movement, the Omega Cal. 751. The original yellow gold bracelet and clasp (1155/146) allow this watch to be
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Cocktail Watch in 18k White Gold with Diamond Accents, circa 1950's, Manua
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
White Gold bracelet with a 18k White Gold Two Piece buckle. This Omega watch has a 17 mm case with a
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20th Century Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

White Gold

Midcentury Omega Ladies Dress Watch in 14 Karat Solid Gold in New Condition
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Omega Geneve Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch 1960S
By Omega
Located in Geneva, CH
Omega Geneve Wristwatch in 18k yellow gold with manual movement. Circular case in yellow gold
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega Constellation Pie Pan Dog Legs with Crosshair Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: Constellation Reference Number:168.005 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Stainless Steel

Omega Yellow Gold 6 Jewel Wristwatch, 1982
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Thin 14 Karat Omega 6 Jewel Quartz Watch. The rectangular-faced dial is framed in a gold
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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
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1970s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold

Omega Constellation Quartz Two-Tone Watch with Diamond Dial and Date Feature
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Band w/ Deployment Clasp Inner Circumference (Wrist Fit) = 7.75
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Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Bilbao, ES
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box. Mechanical manual wind
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Reference 14363 Vintage Scarab Lugs Gold Top
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
and make this watch highly collectible. Facts: Maker: Omega Model: Stainless steel Reference: 14363
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Classic 33mm D6699
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
-owned Omega Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Omega Classic D6699 watch is made out of yellow gold on a
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20th Century Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega 9kt yellow gold from 1960's, Ref. 315418
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Omega 9kt yellow gold from 1960's. Watch has long service award engraved on case back from
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Yellow Gold

Omega Diamond Manual Wind Ladies Wristwatch 18 Karat White Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
An elegantly made diamond watch by Omega, showcasing a diamond encrusted dial and bezel, set in a
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Omega Seamaster Automatic Vintage 18kt. pink gold Cal.501 men's wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Seamaster Automatic Vintage 18kt. pink gold Cal.501 men's wristwatch. Period: 1956
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1950s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Vintage White Gold Diamond and Coral Dial Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 23 X 20 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 Piece case, Round Brilliant cut
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1980s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Mens Omega Ref 6597 14k Gold Manual Wind 1960s All Original JM19
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Omega 14k solid gold US Collection hand-wind cocktail dress watch, c.1960s
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1960s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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14k Gold

Vintage Retro Omega Lady Sport 18 K Gold Dynamic, Circa 1973, Rare & Chic
By Omega
Located in New York, NY

Gold Vintage watch watchcase type
Key‑bolt compressor Bracelet
Corfam green.
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold

Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Ladies Italian 14 Karat Diamond Bangle Watch. The case is 18 Karat and the bangle bracelet 14 Karat
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Omega 1970s De Ville 'Emerald' Collection, Emerald-Cut Raised, Oblong Case
By Omega
Located in London, GB
pattern bracelet, clasp with the Omega logo and manual-wind movement. This watch will fit a wrist of
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1970s European Art Deco Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Yellow Gold

Omega Constellation Perpetual Calendar Wristwatch, cal 1680 Movement. C 1998.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, GB
steel and 18k yellow gold case and stainless steel and 18k yellow gold bracelet with 'full bar'. The
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1990s Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Omega Seamaster Wristwatch Ref 2311.21.00. White Dial, Quartz, Year Circa 1998.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, GB
yellow gold 36mm case and stainless steel and 18k yellow gold bracelet with white dial, powered by a
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1990s Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is round, the golden bottom slightly
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1960s French Retro Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Omega Speedmaster Teutonic 14k SS Manual Wind Chronograph 1980s JM9
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
condition. Comes with original Omega gold-plated and stainless steel bracelet, full length, 21.5cm with the
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1980s Swiss Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Stainless Steel

Roy King for Omega Large Yellow Gold and Lapis Dial Midcentury Wristwatch
By Roy King for Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Bracelet Wrist Watch, measuring 7 1/2 inches in length X 1 5/8 inches wide. Omega 17 Jewel Mechanical
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1970s British Modernist Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Omega 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Style Back Wind Diamond Watch, circa 1940s-1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Style / Dress Watch METAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch

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Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage omega gold bracelet watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. If you’re looking for a vintage omega gold bracelet watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing vintage omega gold bracelet watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Omega, Gilbert Albert and Piaget each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any vintage omega gold bracelet watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and square cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage omega gold bracelet watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Omega Gold Bracelet Watch?

On average, a vintage omega gold bracelet watch at 1stDibs sells for $4,082, while they’re typically $2,070 on the low end and $30,464 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Omega for sale on 1stDibs

It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.

The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.

Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.

In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.

Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists. 

Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too. 

Watch aficionados and aficionadas alike can find vintage Omega watches today on 1stDibs.

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.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.