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Carl F Bucherer Heritage BiCompax Annual stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Limited Edition Carl F Bucherer Heritage BiCompax Annual "Panda dial" in stainless steel on a rubber strap. Auto w/ subseconds, date, month, chronograph and annual calendar. 41 mm ...
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2010s Watches

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Stainless Steel

IWC Pilot stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref IW500401
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
IWC Big Pilot's watch in stainless steel on black crocodile strap with an IWC stainless steel deployant buckle. Auto w/ date, sweep seconds, and power reserve. 46 mm case size. Ref I...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unused Ernst Benz Chronosport stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref GC30286
Located in Surfside, FL
Ernst Benz Chronosport Mario Batali - Limited Editon in stainless steel on a black crocodile strap with orange accents and an Ernst Benz stainless steel tang buckle. Auto w/ date. 36...
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2010s Watches

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Stainless Steel

Jacob & Co. Chronograph stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref ACM-7
Located in Surfside, FL
Jacob & Co Chronograph ACM-7 in stainless steel with red mother of pearl dial on red alligator strap with J&Co. steel deployant buckle. Auto w/chronograph & date. 40 mm case size. Wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16622
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Yacht-Master in stainless steel with platinum bezel. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 40 mm case size. Ref 16622. Circa 2006. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Sp...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Platinum, Stainless Steel

Ulysse Nardin Ulysse I platinum Automatic Wristwatch Ref 279-82
Located in Surfside, FL
Limited Edition Ulysse Nardin Ulysse I in platinum with grey Anthracite dial on leather strap with UN platinum tang buckle. Limited to 350 pieces. Auto w/ subseconds, date and power ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Platinum

Corum Classic 18k yellow gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 27218
Located in Surfside, FL
Corum Classic in 18k yellow gold with onyx and mother of pearl dial. Manual. 26 mm case size. Ref 27218. Will fit up to 7.25" wrist. Fine Pre-owned Corum Watch. Certified preowned ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Speedmaster stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref 145022-69 ST
Located in Surfside, FL
Omega Speedmaster Professional "Pre-Moon" in stainless steel with a generic stainless steel Omega style bracelet. Caliber 821, 17 jewels, engraved "ANYTIME ANYWHERE LOVE BARBARA 7-18...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar platinum Auto Wristwatch Ref 5035p
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar in platinum on leather strap with PP platinum tang buckle. Auto w/ date, day and month. 37 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 5035. Cir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

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Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Ultra Thin 18k yellow gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 5156
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin Ultra-Thin with gold diamond dial in 18k yellow gold on a mesh band. Manual. 24 mm case size. Ref 5156. will fit up to a 6.7" (6 5/8") wrist. Circa 1970s. Fine Pr...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116518
Located in Surfside, FL
Unpolished, with original signs of wear. Rolex Daytona with a Paul Newman Dial in 18k yellow gold on a custom Rubber B black rubber strap with original Rolex 18k deployant buckle. Au...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alain Silberstein Krono 2 stainless steel automatic wristwatch Ref1994/1405
Located in Surfside, FL
Alain Silberstein Krono 2 in Black PVD stainless steel on a green leather strap. Limited Edition of 999 pieces. Automatic movement under glass w/ date, day, month, chronograph and mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, PVD-Coated

LeCoultre Mystery14k white gold & ostrich Manual Wristwatch Ref 727-722-103D
By 08sircus
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin LeCoultre Mystery Galaxy in 14k white gold & ostrich. Manual. 33 mm case size. Ref 727-722-103D. Fine Pre-owned LeCoultre Watch. Certified preowned Vintage LeCo...
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1950s Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Mademoiselle 18k yellow gold Quartz Wristwatch Ref h0007
Located in Surfside, FL
Chanel Madmoiselle in 18k yellow gold with 5 strands of pearls and 18k bracelet. Quartz. 22.4 mm case size. Will fit up to a 6.5" wrist. Ref h0007. Fine Pre-owned Chanel Watch. Cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tudor Glamour Day Date stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 56010
Located in Surfside, FL
Rare Spanish Tudor Glamour Day Date in stainless steel on a brown crocodile strap with an original Tudor deployant buckle. Auto w/ date and day. 39 mm case size. Ref 56010. Fine Pre-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Diagono stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref dg 35 sv ch
Located in Surfside, FL
Bvlgari Diagono in stainless steel with diamond bezel & mother of pearl diamond dial on a white rubber strap. Auto w/ subseconds, date and chronograph. 35 mm case size. Ref DG 35 SV ...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Women's Vintage Rolex Watch 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 1960's Rolex 18K yellow gold womens watch. The case of the watch measures 15mm and has beautifully designed arrow shaped lugs. The dial of the watch is gold in col...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

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18k Gold

Rolex Men's Datejust II 41mm 18k Gold&Steel Oyster Black Roman Dial Watch 116333
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116333 Model - Datejust ll ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic Rolex women's watch from 1980. The case is 14K yellow gold and measures 17mm square. The dial of the watch is silver in color with non numeric stick hour markers. ...
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Mens Stainless Steel Oyster Silver Dial Watch Ref: 116200
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116200 Model - Datejust Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Men's 39mm Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Blue Dial Watch Ref: 114300
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 114300 Model - Oys...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Rare Air-King Date Model with Original Blue Dial From 1981
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King Date / Reference 5700/1200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1981 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diam...
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1980s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches

Rolex Men's Datejust II 41mm 18k Gold&Steel Oyster Black Roman Dial Watch 116333
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Gift Box 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116333 Model - Datejust ll Dial Color ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Men Datejust II 41mm 18kGold&Steel Oyster Ivory Diamond Dial Watch 116333
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (GREAT Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 116333 Model - Datejust ll ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

BVLGARI Trika 18K White Gold All Diamond Pave Watch
Located in New York, NY
The BVLGARI Trika Watch Combines Elegance with Precision Timekeeping. Its Namesake "Trika" Comes from the Greek Word for Braid Which Aptly Describes the Bracelet's Signature Design a...
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1990s Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Happy Sport XL 288448-2001 Diamond Mother of Pearl Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Chopard Case Diameter: 45.50 mm Metal Type: Stainless Steel Total Weight: 93.00 grams Chopard happy sport moving diamonds Swiss made watch with original box and papers. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Medium 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Quartz Watch 4017
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Cartier Medium Sized Panthere De Cartier Watch. With Cartier's classic styling this watch features a 29mm x 37mm stainless steel case, 18k yellow gold be...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Auto Chronograph H787160
Located in Braintree, GB
Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Auto Chronograph men's wristwatch. Reference Nr. H787160 Made in Switzerland. The watch features 30 minute counter at 3 o'clock, Date between 4 and 5, 12 hour counter at 6 o'clock and the sub-second dial is at 9 o'clock. Gender: Men Case Size: 42 mm ( Without a crown ) Dial colour: Grey with black and orange accents Movement: Automatic Unidirectional bezel Numerals: Arabic Watchband Material: Stainless steel Water resistant: 30 BAR/435 Psi Caliber : H - 31 Case material: Stainless Steel Display Type: Analogue Box / Papers: No Glass: Sapphire Crystal Weight: 239 grams Comes with a box. Condition: The watch is pre-owned, and in excellent working condition, please see pictures. History: Hamilton Watch Company was established in 1892 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Originally, the firm manufactured high-quality pocket timepieces, which were soon popular among American railroad employees owing to their precision and dependability. Hamilton Watch Company started manufacturing wristwatches for the United States military during World War I. This shifted the company's attention to wristwatch manufacture, and by the 1930s, Hamilton was producing some of the world's most popular and creative wristwatches. During WWII, Hamilton once again developed military timepieces, notably the famed "Marine Chronometer," which was utilised by US Navy navigators. Hamilton continued to develop after the war, creating the world's first electric watch in 1957 and the first digital watch in 1970. Hamilton has also been a popular brand among Hollywood filmmakers, with its timepieces featuring in various films such as "Interstellar," "The Martian," and "Men in Black." Hamilton is now a component of the Swatch Group, one of the world's major watch makers. Despite ownership changes and altering watch...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lucien Piccard Calatrava Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Lucien Picard 1970s Stainless Steel Watch, a timeless classic embodying the essence of vintage elegance and precision craftsmanship. Encased in a sleek 33mm stainless...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Presidential Model 69138 Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel and Dial
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1988 Rolex Presidential model Ladies Reference 69138 Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece water resistant Oyster case. After Market Full cut Diamond bezel totaling appr...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ladies Vintage White Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Patek Philippe Ladies Wrist Watch 16 x 16 M>M> 18k White Gold 2 Piece case with Hand Textured Design, 18 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek logo C...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Miss Protocol 18 Karat White Gold Quartz Watch Diamond Dial
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18-karat white gold Piaget Miss Protocol Ladies Watch. Watch reference # 5322. The watch has a quartz movement, silver color dial with diamond markers at 3,6 & 9. The watch has a rec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic stainless steel wristwatch. This exquisite timepiece embodies sophistication and functionality. Featuring automatic movement, with white round dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Gucci U Play Watch
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and brand new Gucci watch YA129508 Steel Argentée and black round dial Quartz mechanism (brand new battery) Water resistant Case 25 mm Leather bracelet with GG Logo With b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Gucci U Play Watch
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31 Midsize White Dial Steel Automatic Watch 177200
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned mint condition. Comes with the original box but no papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual 31 Model Number: 177200 Style: Luxury Vintage: No Count...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex President Midsize 6827 31mm Factory Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6827 Serial: 8093*** Year: 1984 Model: Midsize President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Factory Champagne D...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex 16234 Datejust Silver Dial Stainless Steel
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16234 Serial: R555*** Year: 1987 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gucci White Watch YA130404
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and brand new Gucci watch YA130404 Steel White case and dial Quartz mechanism (brand new battery) Water resistant Case 26 mm Leather and metal bracelet With box Original ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

2021 Rolex Midsize 31mm Steel Datejust 278240 Blue Roman Dial Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Serial: 4A39F*** Year: 2021 Model: Midsize Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Blue Roman Dial Face: Sapphire Crysta...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Octagonal Tank 18K Yellow Gold Automatic
Located in New York, NY
This Baume & Mercier watch is vintage; it is from the 1970s era. It has a white dial, a 27mm X 27mm 18kt gold case, and a black leather strap. The watch features 30 jewel automatic m...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 116000 36mm Concentric Blue Silver Dial Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116000 Serial: V351*** Year: 2010 Model: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Concentric Blue & Si...
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2010s Watches

Tudor Heritage Black Bay 41MM M79730 Black Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tudor Gender: Men's Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 41.00 mm Weight: 172.97 grams Gent's stainless steel TUDOR Swiss made watch with original box. The metal was tes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Ebel Sports Classic Wave 183909 Date 18k Gold Steel 32MM Watch
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Ebel Model: Sport Classique Gold Wave Reference Number: 1057901 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel & 18kt 750 Gold Measu...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Breitling A13362 Bentley Motors GT White Dial Stainless Steel Box Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: A13362 Year: 2005 Model: Bentley Motors GT Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: White Face: Sapphire Crystal Case S...
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Early 2000s Watches

Baume & Mercier Tank 18K White Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1970's circa. This exquisite timepiece features a 23x31mm 18KT white gold tank-style case, capturing the essence of vintage luxury. The white dial is ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

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White Gold

Mathey Tissot Cocktail Watch 14K Rose Gold Hidden Dial
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Mathey Tissot 1960's 14kt Rose Gold Ribbed Covered Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. This exquisite timepiece features a ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Ulysse Nardin Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Ulysse Nardin 1960's Watch – a classic timepiece with a 34mm round 18KT gold case, emblematic of the era. The pearlized dial is adorned with full black and go...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex 15037 34mm Date Factory Champagne Diamond Dial 14K Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15037 Serial: 9828*** Year: 1986 Model: Date Case Material: 14K Yellow Gold Band: 14K Yellow Gold Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Factory Datejust Champagne Diamond...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Vulcain 1960s Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Vulcain 1960s Stainless Steel Watch, a rare and classic wristwatch that captures the essence of vintage elegance. This exquisite watch features a silver tone stainles...
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1960s Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Diamond Dial Ruby / Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model) Gender : Ladies Metals : Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial (This di...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel Sport Wave 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Wrist Watch
By Ebel
Located in Rome, IT
Ebel Sport Wave 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Wrist Watch 57 Grams 6.25" Ref 866902 The watch features a 18k Yellow Gold Crown, 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Bezel, sapphire crystal, Go...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 176234 Pink Arabic Maxi Dial 26 mm Box Card
Located in Rome, IT
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 176234 Pink Arabic Maxi Dial 26 mm Box Card. The watch features a screw-down crown, 18k White Gold Fluted Bezel, Sapphire Crystal (the crystal has been...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Watches

Materials

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

Lucien Piccard Dufonte Calatrava Watch with Date
Located in New York, NY
This is a Dufonte by Lucien Piccard calatrava watch with date function. This watch is powered by a Swiss ETA caliber 2786 automatic movement. The date function is quickset. The pris...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Paul Garnier Automatic Day Date
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage Paul Garnier 1970s Large Round Gold Top Case Watch, a striking timepiece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Encased in a generously sized round...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Base Metal

IWC Pocket Watch 800 Silver With Papers
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite piece of horological history, the IWC Pocket Watch from the year 1915. This timeless timepiece boasts a 52mm 800 silver case, reflecting the craftsmanship an...
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1910s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Watches

Materials

Silver

Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm President Men's 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Watch Ref 18248
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original BoX 100% Authentic Authenticity Card Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 18248 Model - Day-Date Dial Color - Y...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 177200 Midsize 31mm White Blue Roman Dial Box Booklet
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 177200 Serial: 819S5*** Year: 2020 - Now Model: Midsize Oyster Perpetual Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Whit...
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2010s Watches

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Tapered Baguette Round Diamond Fancy Dress Wrist Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Graduated Baguette Cut - Channel & Bezel Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Single Cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique, New and Vintage Watches

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.

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