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Wrist Watches For Sale
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco Le Coultre Reverso wristwatch made in c1934. The Reverso wristwatch was invented after a chance remark by Polo players in ...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6917 For Women, 70's
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 6917 For Women, 70's Wonderful Rolex made in yellow gold, 18 carats. All the characteristics are detailed below... if you want to know any other information, do not hesitate to contact us. - Movement: Automatic mechanical...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Chopard Casmir Gem-Set 18 Karat Gold Wristwatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare edition Chopard semi-precious and 18k gold Casmir wristwatch. The round mother-of-pearl dial, with sword hands and invisible hour markers. is completed with a teardrop bracelet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Gold Plated Rectangular Art Deco Style Watch w Crocodile Strap by Waltham, 1940s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 9" total length - Rolled gold plate - Dark brown Crocodile leather strap - Mechanical movement - By Waltham - Circa 1940s - Estate acquired - Good vintage co...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Constellation Quartz Two-Tone Watch with Diamond Dial and Date Feature
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model: Constellation Model #3961070-3961080 Movement #1441-255561 Stainless Steel Case w/ 18k Yellow Gold Bezel & Accents NOTE: Some wear and scratches on bezel 31 mm in Diameter (32...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Solo Yellow Gold Steel Silver Dial Ladies Watch W5200002
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Yellow Gold Steel Silver Dial Ladies Watch W5200002. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case 30.0 x 24.4 mm. Stainless steel caseback. Circular grained crown set with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled DIMENSIONS: Length 45mm X Diameter 35mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17...
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Ebel Sportwave 883909 in yellow gold with a Cream dial 31mm Quartz watch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Sportwave in 18k yellow gold with cream dial set with yelow gold applied Roman numerals. Quartz w/ sweep seconds and date. 31 mm case size. Ref 883909. Fine Pre-owned Ebel Watch...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum Ladies Vertex Round Rose Cut Diamond Encrusted
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art deco platinum Vertex rose diamond encrusted vintage ladies wrist watch, signed and stamped with clasp closure, Wrist length up to 7 in...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 ca...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Bentley B05 Unitime Gmt AB0521 49MM Stainless Steel Men’s Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Breitling Gender: Men's Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 49.00 mm Weight: 167.50 grams Mens stainless steel BREITLING Swiss made watch. The "Breitling" trademark (or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Etoupe leather APPLE WATCH DOUBLE TOUR 38mm, Series 2
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Apple Watch in stainless steel with interchangable double wrap Etoupe (taupe) Barenia leather strap and orange rubber sports b...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Women's Movado Diamond Bezel Watch, 20mm
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 14k yellow gold Movado watch with diamond bezel and dial. Stamped 14k and the back case. The case size is 20mm wide. The gross weight is 33...
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Art Deco Wristwatch Platinum Diamond Manual Wind
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and timeless jeweled Art Deco lady's watch created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s. The watch is made of platinum (tested & hallmarked) and encrusted with Old European cut...
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1930s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Breitling Navitimer Wristwatch Ref 806, 41mm Case, New Strap, Early Example 1967
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage Breitling Navitimer reference 806 features a 41mm stainless steel case and a manually wound Venus 178 movement. An early Navitimer, this example has a wonderfully dial and bezel insert, the twin planes dial has coeval tritium indices and hands, the second counter is a replacement red, which sits perfectly with this watch, offering a sporting and contemporary touch. A new quality leather strap has also been fitted with generic tang buckle. We date this Navitimer 806...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Automatic Original Champagne Dial Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Reference Number : 1500 Features : Screw down Crown - Champagne Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Ca...
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1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Anniversary Diamond Dial Mens Watch 16234
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Anniversary Diamond Dial Mens Watch 16234. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 36.0 mm in di...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
Located in London, GB
This is a classic vintage ladies watch. Its round face is Gold-plated & leather strap, and the case is 9ct Gold. It has 15 jewels, and the movement is manual....
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Louis Model 2441 with Date c.2003
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Louis Model 2441 with Date c.2003 26mm x 34mm Quartz Movement ships in a Cartier red travel p...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Datejust Silver Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 79178
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Datejust Silver Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 79178. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement with quickset date function. 18k yellow gold oyste...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Corum Stainless Steel Chrono Bubble Quartz Men's Watch Leather Band 396.150.20
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Corum Stainless Steel Chrono Bubble Quartz Men's Watch Leather Band 396.150.20 Case #698530 Model #396.150.20 Movement #251272 Stainless Steel Round Cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
LONGINES Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum. A vintage Longines watch embedded in a dimensional garla...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Hublot Square Bang 42mm, Ref. 821.NM.0170.RX
Located in New York, NY
Hublot Square Bang Unico Titanium Ceramic Watch - 42 mm - Sapphire Crystal Dial - Black Structured Rubber Strap 42 mm satin-finished and polished titanium case, satin-finished and p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Piaget 18k lapis diamond wristwatch
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
30mm diameter, with lapis , diamond, 18k white gold
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gruen White Gold-Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Watch from 1931
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1931 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 27mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / Caliber 115 DIAL / HANDS: Enamel Print Dial with Arabic Numeral Markers / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Original Period Leather, Strap and Buckle, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking and dependable watch by the renowned house of Gruen is in nearly new condition. It is done as a classic cushion shape because it looks like a pillow cushion. The watch is all original, dial and hands with beautiful blued steel hands. The dial is done in Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing and was produced by the legendary house of Stern Freres. Stern was the major dial maker in Switzerland at the time and supplied dials to the finest Swiss houses. In fact in the early 1930's Stern purchased the world's most famous watch company, Patek Philippe from the bankruptcy court. The Stern family still owns Patek Philippe today. If you cannot afford a Patek, you can own a watch with a dial by the owners of the company. And, you can wear this watch all the time for all sorts of occasions. The watch is fitted with what appears to be an original period strap and buckle. The strap is too fragile to be worn however but we offer the watch with a new Lizard Strap and the original buckle as well. Founded in 1894 by Dietrich Gruen. The company had their American base in Cincinnati, Ohio, and it produced a wide variety of watches, including pocket watches...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

2012 Rolex Watch is Stainless Steel
Located in Austin, TX
Rolex Watch Stainless Steel This impressive Air King Rolex is in fantastic condition! With a smooth polish finish the stainless steel Rolex watch looks...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Heuer Stainless Steel Waterproof Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Heuer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Three Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 37mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT /...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Always in style, a retro classic Omega Seamaster 563 De Ville Gold Filled Men's Wrist Watch. The height of popularity 1950-60s, this sleek 34mm timepiece...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Fine & Rare Rolex Royal Art-Deco c1939 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & rare Art-Deco Rolex Royal S/Steel wristwatch, dating back to circa 1939, featuring: 30mm S/Steel Case, 35mm including the original signed s...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies 14k Gold Omega Hidden Wrist Watch w/ Chevron Weave Link Wide Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Omega Movement: Mechanical - 17 Jewels - Cal. 483 Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 59.7 Grams Width: 19mm (bracelet & case) Bracelet Length:...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Raymond Weil Parsifal Steel Diamond Silver Dial Ladies Watch 5180-ST-00995
Located in New York, NY
The watch has never been worn or used. Comes with an original box and papers. MSRP 1550 Brand RAYMOND WEIL Department Women Model Number 5180-ST-00995 Country/Region of Manufactur...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Movado Museum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Swiss Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Movado Museum Model Number: 66 0200 105 Material: 14k Yellow Gold Movement: Quartz Case: 24.4 mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 14.8 mm - 8.9 mm Closure Type: Fold...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Bucherer Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Bucherer diamond, platinum, 14K white gold bracelet watch of diminutive form. Early 20th Century Mini watches have graced some fabulous wrists over the years- Queen Elizabeth II wore one for her coronation, Princess Diana was often photographed with a beautiful diamond one and a number of Hollywood celebrities have chosen a mini for their red carpet appearances. These minute jewels were designed as beautiful bracelets so that the wearer could discretely check the time. They required tiny, precise mechanisms and were revolutionary for their time. As with all of the best classics, the mini watch is on trend today- Hermes offers...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Datejust Pink MOP Diamond Dial 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 Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Raymond Weil Maestro STC-00659 Mens Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elegant and without complication are noted characteristics by design from Raymond Weil Geneve. This circa 2013, men's classic square dress watch is ...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision 9kt. gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Precision 9kt. yellow gold men's manual winding wristwatch with Dennison case. Made in Switzerland, 1957 The case was made in England, Birmingham, 1957 by Denisson watch case c...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Yellow Gold Ladies Watch W5001456
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Yellow Gold Ladies Watch W5001456. Quartz movement. 18K yellow gold 25 x 29 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon. . Scratch resistant sap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Headwind Date Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch A45355
Located in London, GB
Breitling Headwind Date Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch A45355 Total Weight of Watch: 138.1g Serial Number: A45355 With the original box & p...
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2010s Swedish Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual MOP Rainbow Diamond Dial Emerald Diamond Bezel
Located in San Pedro, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Synthetic MOP Rainbow Emerald...
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1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 16200 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 16200 Box Papers. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with quickset date function. Stainless ...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Tag Heuer Monaco Brown Dial Diamond Steel Ladies Watch WAW1316
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tag Heuer Monaco Brown Dial Diamond Steel Ladies Watch WAW1316. Automatic self-winding movement. Alternate fine-brushed and polished stainless steel case 37.0 x 37.0 mm. Fluted crown...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950
Located in valatie, NY
Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950 with assorted diamonds. Total diamond weight approximately 1.02 carats. The original 17 jewel movement housed in a e...
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20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to be...
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine Yellow Gold Diamond Set 2483
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold Tank Americaine by Cartier. Features a silver dial with Roman numerals, date display, sword-shaped hands in blued steel and a secret Cartier signature at V of VII. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 9011 Gold Plated Steel Leather 31mm Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9011 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Leather Measurements : 31mm (without...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage 1930s Patina Pocket Watch, Working, Self Winding, Very Good Condition
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1930's Patina Pocket Watch, Working, Self Winding, Very Good Condition, 47mm Case, Chronograph, Yellow Gold Filled, Antique, Used. The back has a nice textured engraving with...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Hermes Heure H 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Hermes Heure H collection is renowned for its symbolic representation of the brand's identity through the clever use of the "H" case shape, making it an emblematic piece for coll...
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20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Men's Watch Omega Constellation Chronometer
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega Constellation chronometer, automatic day-date 18k gold men's watch with leather strap, circa 1960-69. Lug width 19mm, mechanical ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Panerai Luminor Marina 1950 3 Days GMT Steel Mens Watch PAM01321 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Panerai Luminor Marina 1950 3 Days GMT Steel Mens Watch PAM01321 Box Card. Automatic self-winding movement. Two part cushion shaped stainless steel case 44.0 mm in diameter. Panerai ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Longines 9kt. yellow gold men's manual winding wristwatch
Located in Braintree, GB
Longines 9kt. yellow gold men's manual winding wristwatch. Case was made in England, Birmingham, 1963 Year 1963 Reference Number: 503 Item Specifics: Case Diameter (without crown):...
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1960s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Air King 34mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 14000
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Air King 34mm Blue Dial Smooth Bezel Steel Mens Watch 14000. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 34 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. Stainless steel s...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Yellow Gold Brown Strap Ladies Watch W5000256
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Yellow Gold Brown Strap Ladies Watch W5000256. Quartz movement. 18K yellow gold rectangular case 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue sapphire ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Men's Cartier Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Cartier Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch - Quartz. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (29mm x 40mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial
Located in New York, NY
A vintage womens stainless steel chronograph wristwatch by TechnoMarine. Millenium Special Edition, Cruise CG7, model CIT 05 60. The bezel is set with two rows of diamonds. Three gil...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 79160 Stainless Steel Women's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Satin steel with polished accents give this Rolex versatile appeal. Sturdy and perfect for everyday wear, this women's Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wrist Watch has an automatic ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Art Deco Silver and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage silver wrist watch in art deco style in geometric designe with 6 large old mine cut diamonds 3.7mm each stone diameter flanked with smaller ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 18238
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex President Day-Date Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Mens Watch 18238. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. 18k yellow gold oyster case 36.0 mm in...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

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.

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