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Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Ref. 2385 White Dial Leather Strap Ladies
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Cartier Movement: Swiss Made Quartz Movement Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 27.5 Grams (including case, movement, and strap) Case Width: 20mm (not inc...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441 - Quartz. 18K Yellow Gold ( 26 x 34 mm ). Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. New Brown Cartier Stra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (27mm x 37mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'clock...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Watch W50003N2 1821
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Watch W50003N2 1821 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case; blue sapphire cabochon crown (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman nu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Gold Plated Must de Tank Vermeil 5057001 Roman Indexes Quartz, 1980's
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Cartier Gold Plated Must de Tank Vermeil Creamy Dial 366001 Quartz w/Original Guarantee Brand: Cartier Model: Must de Tank Vermeil 366001 Year: 1988’s Serial Number: 54xxx Referenc...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch. Art Deco; the round cream-toned dial with applied Roman numeral indicators; enclosing a manual-wind movement; signed on dial;...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Enamel

Rolex Day-Date 36 128238 Yellow Gold Green Ombre Roman Numeral Dial (2024)
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Day-Date 36 reference 128238 is a stunning blend of classic Rolex craftsmanship and bold design. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this model features a unique green ombre dial t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Z1902.10.40E10A Unisex Watch in 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Z1902.10.40E10A Unisex Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 143805 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Atlas Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Qua...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Lady-Datejust 18K Yellow Gold & Steel White Diamond Dial Watch 69173
Located in Aventura, FL
This stunning Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust watch has an 18K yellow gold Rolex fluted bezel, white diamond dial, and Rolex 18K yellow gold & stainless steel jubilee bracelet. Deta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

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

Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (22mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. New Cartier Strap ban...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W51008Q3 2384
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W51008Q3 2384 - Quartz. Stainless Steel (20 x 25mm ). White dial with black Roman numerals. Stainless Steel Cartier Tank Francais...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Mid-20th Century Chopard 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ladies Vintage Dress Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The 18 karat yellow gold vintage L.U. Chopard ladies' dress watch is an elegant timepiece featuring a round case adorned with 12 single-cut diamonds totaling 0.12 cttw, graded H-I in...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 18K White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 69179
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Comes with a box and 2023 dated Rolex service card. No booklet. 🟩 Basic Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Lady-Datejust Model Number: 69179 Type:...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Swiss Watch Retro Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in Switzerland. The stunning and elegant Chopard...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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

Chopard LUC Sport Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Chopard LUC Sport Stainless Steel Ladies Watch - Automatic. Stainless Steel with factory diamond bezel and diamond lugs ( 40 mm ). White dial stick hour markers. Chopard Blue strap ...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

CHOPARD - Vintage watch in 18K white gold, opal, and diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
Chopard vintage watch in 18K white gold, opal, and diamonds. Circa 1970. Condition : Very good. Movement : Hand-wound. Bezel dimensions : 2 × 1.7 cm. D...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

BOUCHERON Reflet Gold Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond watch, Boucheron. The Reflet watch with quartz movement, rectangular fluted case with a row of approximately 17 round brilliant cut diamonds on e...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Chopard 18k Yellow Gold Model 2046 Tiger's Eye Dial Automatic Movement Papers
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow Gold Model 2046 36mm x 32mm Tiger's Eye Dial, Automatic Movement, Rare c.1970s Made in Switzerland c.1970s 111 grams w/ 2025 Chopard Service Card Maker: ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15550ST.OO.1356ST.08 Stainless Steel Blue Dial (2024)
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak reference 15550ST.OO.1356ST.08, a refined 37mm timepiece crafted from stainless steel, offering both durability and iconic des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Ladies Chaumet Paris Elysses 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ladies Chaumet Paris Elysses Quartz Bracelet Watch. Diamonds mark each hour on the 24mm Mother of Pearl watch face. The substantial 18 karat yellow ...
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20th Century French Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Vintage Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Chopard Vintage Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Watch is a testament to the brand's legacy of luxury a...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Chopard La Strada Diamond Wristwatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare Chopard La Strada stainless steel model is designed with quartz movement, arched rectangular black dial, Arabic numeral markers, and subsid...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier 36mm Ballon Bleu stainless steel diamond watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier mid-size 36mm watch from the 2010s features a bezel set with 54 original round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.55 carats, graded D-E color and VS...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Boucheron Ladies Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch
Located in Darnestown, MD
This versatile Boucheron 18 gold watch can be dressed up or down. It comes with a gold band or can be interchanged with either one of red leather or tan ostrich. The watch itself me...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chopard 18k White Gold Opal and Diamond Lady’s Watch
Located in beverly hills, CA
This unique vintage Chopard ladies wristwatch features an elegant opal dial on a textured gold bracelet, crafted entirely in 18k white gold. The timeless timepiece is adorned with a...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Boucheron Diamond Gold Watch Circle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage watch by Boucheron crafted of 18k gold, featuring diamonds. The case and bracelet's links are circular shape, with the gold elliptical connectors in between. The case is embellished with pave diamonds. The face is gold, with no numerals. The hands are baton shape. Those two minimal elements balance the overall luxurious look of the watch, evoking tasteful French aesthetics. This Boucheron watch is a gorgeous, sophisticated piece with a touch glamour. The watch fits up to 8.5" wrist. We offer a one year warranty on our watches. About Boucheron brand From serving the Royal families all over the world in the 19th century to making the sought-after jewelry pieces nowadays, Boucheron house did it all. Today the brand keeps its leading position in luxury jewelry strong. A balanced mixture of traditions and creativity has been making Boucheron jewelry highly desirable throughout the time. One of the most recent pieces from Goutte de Ciel (Drop of Sky) collection, a white gold and diamond Goutte de Ciel necklace has an exquisite ice-blue pendant made of Aerogel. It’s a material that was previously only used by NASA. The idea behind the piece was to capture the purity of the sky and translate it into a jewelry piece. As to vintage Boucheron jewelry...
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1970s French Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Boucheron Montre Reflets Grand Modele quartz Diamants Yellow Gold Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucheron Reflet collection watch, Large Model format, in 18-carat yellow gold, quartz movement, brilliant-cut diamond indexes, yellow gold bracelet, 6 additional bracelets, includin...
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2010s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Watch For Women. Quartz movement, arched rectangular mother-of-pearl dial, Roman markers, diamond-s...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Chopard Happy Diamonds Diamond 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Watch 209245-5001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The band shows signs of wear. Comes with a Chronostore box. General Information Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Diamonds Model Number: 209245-5001 Type: Wrist...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Chaumet Wristwatch in 18K Gold and Diamonds, Model Style
Located in Paris, FR
Woman's wristwatch in 18K GOLD and diamonds from the house of CHAUMET. Model Style. Watch length for a 16.5 cm wrist Watch width 23 mm Dial height: 3.6 cm 100 diamonds on the bezel weighing approximately 3 carats Watch water...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Ladies Wristwatch 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Ref. 5031-1
Located in Berlin, DE
Chopard Ladies Wristwatch 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Ref. 5031-1 Beautiful dainty ladies wristwatch by Chopard made of 18 carat yellow gold with dia...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond

Chopard Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Chopard Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch. Pave set by round cut and baguette-cut diamonds. Signed Chopard. Numbered 410522 812. Case dimensions: 3.50 x 2.50 centimeters. Wrist le...
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Late 20th Century European Retro Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Blue Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold 26mm Vintage Watch Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chopard unisex watch with a rare blue lapis lazuli dial and 4 asscher cut diamonds. Elegant square octagonal 26mm case with an integral gold mesh bracelet Set in 18k yellow gold with a smooth bezel. Complete with all the original parts and the original Chopard watch box...
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1970s Baroque Vintage Wrist Watches

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Cartier Vendome Paris 67080 'Ladies' Yellow Gold White Dial (1979)
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Vendôme Paris 67080 is a quintessential expression of late 20th-century Parisian elegance, designed specifically for women. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the watch features...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Anglaise 18K Yellow Gold Steel Silver DIal Ladies Watch 3485
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a Chronostore box. 🟩 Basic Information Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Anglaise Model Number: 3485 Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold, Steel

Chanel Mademoiselle Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Chanel Mademoiselle 18K Yellow Gold and Leather Watch
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1980s French Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Genuine HERMES Stainless Steel 30mm Round Clipper Quartz Watch White.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is an authentic HERMES Stainless Steel 30mm Round Clipper White Dial. Quartz New Battery replaced. The watch is crafted of stainless steel and features a white dial, gold h...
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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Antique Enamel Cherub Pocket Watch of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Exquisite Antique Pocket Watch: This exceptional French pocket watch, crafted in 18k gold, is a true treasure from the late 19th century (circa 1880-1890). The highlight of this piece is an enamel scene featuring a cherubic child draped in a cloth, gracefully perched on a swing. The child holds a bird, while another bird flutters nearby. Garlands of tiny rose-cut diamond accents add a touch of sparkle to the design. The reverse side of the watch features the engraved initials “MA,” and the interior bears the inscription “Remontoir Cylindre...
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Late 19th Century Antique Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Boucheron Montre Reflet Small 8 Bracelets Watch Small 8 Colorful Leather Straps
Located in PARIS, FR
Set of 8 Boucheron leather straps for the Reflets watch, Small format (case diameter 1.8 cm excluding crown), with gold metal tips, including 1 black measuring 12.3 cm (11.8 cm exclu...
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2010s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage Omega De Ville Gold Tone Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
An elegant and classic gold plated and stainless steel Omega De Ville wristwatch from the 1970s with a stunning bracelet and accompanying gold watch face. With its timeless look, thi...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Panerai Luminor Marina series 1048 watch, brushed steel case and polished steel bezel, automatic with seconds at 9 o'clock and date calendar at 3 o'clock, black dial, luminescent bat...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

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Steel

Chopard Platinum Deco Diamond And Green Emerald Watch
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of a bygone era with this exquisite Art Deco Chopard Lady's Dress Watch, meticulously crafted from 18K white gold. This timeless piece is adorned with sparkling ...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Elgin Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Elgin lady's watch. In 14 karat white gold. Prong-set with diamonds in a halo surrounding the dial and to the lugs on each end. With a block letter ELGIN and index hour markers to the face. Set with a Speidel gold-plated and black cord watch...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Steel Diamond Silver Jubilee Dial Watch 116233
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and keeps time well. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore box. General Information Bran...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Steel

Christian Dior Montre Malice Circa 2005 Malice CD Full Steel Quartz wrist Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Malice watch (circa 2005), steel case, quartz movement, mother-of-pearl dial, stick indexes, steel CD bracelet. Diameter 1.95 cm excluding c...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

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Steel

Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond "H" Quartz Wristwatch
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant lady's 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch from the "H" collection by Chopard. It features a diamond dial, with round brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel. Quartz movement. With original Chopard leather strap...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Anglaise 22MM 18K Rose Gold Diamonds Watch 3580 WJTA0007
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. Basic Information Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Anglaise Model Number: 3580 WJTA0007 Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Boucheron Ajouree Volutee Ladies Diamond 18K White Gold Watch WA017301
Located in Dallas, TX
Boucheron Ajouree Volutee Ladies Diamond 18K White Gold Watch WA017301 - Quartz. 18K White gold surrounded by beautifully ornate open work sculpted Ava motifs set ( 38 mm). White mot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

14k White Gold, Diamond & Platinum Hamilton Watch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite vintage Hamilton watch from the 1950s blends timeless design with heartfelt sentiment and luxurious materials. Featuring a 14K white gold band and a back face crafted ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond

Vintage Omega De Ville Gold and Silver Tone Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
An elegant and classic Omega De Ville from the late 1980s with an original and stunning two-tone gold and silver bracelet and accompanying gold watch face. With its timeless look, th...
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1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

1970s Piaget Rectangular Tank Hand Wound 929 18K Roman Numbers Wrist Watch
Located in London, GB
18K Gold Piaget Wrist Watch, sapphire crystal face, 18K gold case, Roman numbers, crocodile leather with 18k gold strap, 4 sapphire inside mechanism. Condition: 1970s, vintage, ver...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Hermès Montre Sellier PM Steel Sellier Watch with new Sakura Pink Bracelet Herme
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Sellier model watch, PM format, in steel, quartz movement, white dial with Arabic numerals, pale pink leather strap ("Sakura" at Hermès), silver metal buckle (palladium). Diam...
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1990s French Wrist Watches

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Steel

Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
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1980s French Vintage Wrist Watches

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1982 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch. This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch from 1982 features a refined 34mm...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum Hamilton Ladies Diamond Watch 2.60ct Mined Diamonds 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's-1940's Platinum Ladies Hamilton Watch with 2.60 Carats of Mined Diamonds – Elegant Antique Cocktail Wristwatch Breathtaking Original ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind 32mm Antique 1890's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique 1890's Genuine Mens Elgin Wrist Watch Does Not Run 32mm Case Safety Pinion Manual Wind Serial Number 756916 Stainless Stea...
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1890s Antique Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Reference WSTA0065 4472
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Reference WSTA0065 4472 Model: WSTA0065 Serial: 44728481**** (2023) Metal: Stainless steel Movement: Quartz (new battery April 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Ladies Bulova Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique French Cut 1930s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Ladies Bulova Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique French Cut 1930s Genuine Ladies Bulova Watch Does Not Run French Cut Sapphires One Sapphire is Missing Bulova Movement ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Blue Sapphire

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Wristwatches for Sale on 1stDibs

Antique, vintage and luxury 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.

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