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Omega 1970s Presentation Pocket Watch for United States Steel
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Omega Presentation Poket Watch for United States Steel, 44 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watch for

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Steel

Silver and onyx watch for women - Vintage, s. XX
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Silver and onyx watch for women - Vintage, s. XX Japan quartz movt 925 Delicate watch made of 925
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1970s Japanese Vintage Watch for

Materials

Onyx, Silver

IWC Schaffhausen Yellow Gold Pocket Watch for Raymond Yard
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 International Watch Company IWC Schaffhausen Pocket Watch Retailed by Raymond Yard, 44
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1930s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Materials

14k Gold

Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch for Albonico Biella Milan
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This is a Patek Philippe 18K gold cocktail watch exclusively sold By Albonico Biella through an
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch for

Materials

Yellow Gold

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch for

Materials

Platinum

Mido 14Kt. Yellow Gold Ocean Star Art Deco Style Power Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Mido Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Mido Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ocean Star METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Yellow
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch for

Materials

14k Gold

Zenith Stainless Steel Original Dial Manual Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Round METAL / MATERIAL: Steel
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: METAL / MATERIAL: YGF / SS CIRCA / YEAR
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Longines for Spaulding & Gorham Two Tone Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines Pocket Watch for Spaulding & Gorham - Manual winding. Art Deco style 2-Tone 18k white
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1930s Vintage Watch for

Materials

18k Gold

Bueche Girod Rare Tiger Eye Dress Watch with Micro Rotor Winding
By Bueche Girod
Located in Long Beach, CA
it is the perfect unisex watch as well. Bueche Girod also made watches for Cartier.
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch for

Jaeger LeCoultre for Pierre Cardin 1970s Large Steel Mechanical Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Mid Century Wrist Watch for Pierre Cardin, 47 X 30 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece case
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch for

Materials

Steel

Waltham Chromium Tonneau Shaped Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Tonneau Shaped METAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch for

Waltham Platinum Art Deco Diamond Watch w/ 14 Karat, White Gold Bracelet 1940's
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Rima Ladies 14Kt Solid Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Ruby Accents 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
that was looking for dependable and accurate watches for their clientele. This watch is fitted with an
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Watch For Women. Quartz movement, arched rectangular
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20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch for

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulova Gold Filled Mid-Century Modern Automatic from 1960's with Unique Dial
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Watch for

A. Barthelay for Moribito Sterling Silver Bracelet Manual Winding Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
an unusual and unique unisex bracelet watch made in Sterling Silver. Barthelay designed watches for
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Watch for

Materials

Sterling Silver

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zenith Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is square with rounded corners, with a golden
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1960s French Retro Vintage Watch for

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Early Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial from 1951
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6085 METAL
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1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch for

Wartime Era Hamilton Railroad Grade US Military Steel Pocket Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Desirable collectable, Hamilton Model 4992B, GCT US WWII Military Pocket Watch. This interesting
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1940s American Vintage Watch for

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Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Chronograph Automatic Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Ref. 145 034 METAL / MATERIAL
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Materials

Stainless Steel

Eberhard Oversized Chronograph with Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1930's
By Eberhard & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT This unique oversized watch was produced by the legendary house of Eberhard. They specialized in
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Elgin Mid Century Manual Winding Watch
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Modern Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10K Yellow
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watch for

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Gold-filled

Tudor Watch Company by Rolex Nickel Cushion Shaped Watch circa 1940's
By Tudor
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Nickel
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Gubelin Stainless Steel Automatic Triple Date Moon Phase Calendar Watch
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gubelin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Screw Back Case METAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Hilton White Gold Filled Mid Century Mystery Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
little gem was produced the Hilton Watch Company. They specialized in unusual men's and ladies watches
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch for

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Perpetual Wind Watch, 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6105 METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch for

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Round Dress Watch with Original Dial 1950's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modern / Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Watch for

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Gold-filled

Vintage Rolex Explorer Men's Steel Watch 1016 with 47 Pages of Documentation
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
current state. If you like Vintage Rolex watches with documentation this is the watch for you.
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch for

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Tortue Quartz Dress Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
their mechanical watches. This is great watch for daily dress wear.
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Patek Yellow Gold Ellipse Bracelet Watch circa 1980
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Link Bracelet Watch / Ref. 4285 / 1 METAL
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Late 20th Century Vintage Watch for

Omega Calatrava
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1952 Omega stainless steel calatrava reference 2792-1SC. The watch is manual wind
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch for

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Calatrava
Omega Calatrava
Dm 1.42 in
Fine Art Deco Hamilton 4.8 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Hamilton platinum, 4.8 TCW diamond dress watch with a wide double row
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Birks Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond and Sapphire Dress Watch from 1940s
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Rolex Geneve a very elegant 18 karat extra slim watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Geneve Rolex a very elegant 18 Carat gold watch. A very slim watch really extra thin and
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1960s European Vintage Watch for

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Watch 18-Carat Gold
By Longines
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover our Longines Ladies Watch, vintage but never worn and with its original label. Featuring a
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1950s French Modern Vintage Watch for

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Watch 18-Carat Gold
Longines Watch 18-Carat Gold
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H 0.2 in W 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in
Welbros Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Tiffany Blue Dial from 1940'
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Welbros Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference METAL / MATERIAL
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

Gold-filled

Le Coultre 14Kt. Yellow Gold in New Old Stock Condition Hand Made, circa 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Modernist METAL
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch for

Omega Rose Gold Oversized Mechanical Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Wrist Watch for the South American market, 37 M.M. 18K Rose Gold 3 piece case
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Materials

Rose Gold

Unisex Tiffany & Co. Rectangular 18k Gold Watch with Original Leather Strap
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
is for those in search of a classic and sleek timepiece. A watch for those who will appreciate the
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1960s Vintage Watch for

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel with Rare Original Dial and Bracelet from 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6298 METAL
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Birks Platinum Art Deco Watch from the 1930s Handmade Diamond Cord Bracelet
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks and Son STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1974, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
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1970s French Modern Vintage Watch for

Materials

Sterling Silver

Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
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H 0.31 in W 0.276 in Dm 2.117 in L 6.69 in
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

Gold-filled

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Chronograph Cal 321 Manual Watch, 1960's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape / 145-016-68 METAL / MATERIAL
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watch for

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies 18Kt. Gold Early Perpetual Winding "Bubble Back" Watch, circa 1949
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: "Bubble Back" / Reference 5002 METAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

Yellow Gold

J.E.Caldwell Stainless Steel Oversized Chronograph Manual Wind Watch, 1940s
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
is very rare. The watch is in excellent condition and still has its original rating on it. This is a
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Glycine 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Classic Round Manual Watch circa 1940's
By Glycine
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Glycine Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Benrus Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch all Original
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

Steel

Tudor Steel Advisor Alarm Watch with Original Riveted Link Bracelet from 1958
By Tudor
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Advisor Alarm / Reference 7926 METAL
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1950s Vintage Watch for

Patek Philippe 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch 1980's with Original Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
might just be the right watch for you. If comes with our 18 month warranty, and also our lifetime
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Baume Mercier 14Kt. Solid White Gold Bracelet Dress Watch with Diamond Accents
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume Mercier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bracelet Style Dress Watch METAL
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

14k Gold

1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Elliptical Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1972, Exquisite Alexis Barthelay Watch, a special piece characterized by an elegant
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1970s French Modern Vintage Watch for

Materials

Sterling Silver

1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Elliptical Sterling Silver Watch
1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Elliptical Sterling Silver Watch
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H 0.04 in W 0.07 in D 0.02 in Dm 1.58 in L 0.07 in
Longines 14Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Rare Hand Constructed Bracelet Watch, 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Integrated Bracelet METAL
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial
By Technomarine
Located in New York, NY
clear colors. Collectible Luxury Clocks And Watches For Women. OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. WORKING
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch for

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

International Watch Company 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Full Size Wristwatch, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company / Schaffhausen STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Men's Bracelet Watch with Gold Dial, from 1973
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Oval Bracelet Watch METAL
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watch for

Vintage Cartier Santos Watch, Steel, Ref. 2960
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Cartier Santos watch, steel, Ref. 2960 Here's a vintage Cartier Santos steel automatic
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Watch for

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Steel

Tiffany & Co. Two Color Gold Hunters Case Covered Dial Watch, 1930s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
rarest watches I have ever seen. Patek Philippe reproduced it several years ago. This one is nearly new
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

Glycine 18kt. White Gold Art Deco High Grade Hand Made Watch, circa 1930's
By Glycine
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Glycine Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watch for

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Vintage Watch For For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage watch for you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage watch for among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage watch for over the years, but those made by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any vintage watch for from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 566 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a vintage watch for for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1761 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Vintage Watch For?

On average, a vintage watch for at 1stDibs sells for $2,347, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $387,079 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A bumper watch is a watch that uses bumper movement for rotation. Modern watches have rotors that spin a 360 degree, whereas bumper movement is back and forth at about 120 degrees. It is a type of self-winding, automatic movement. Find a broad range of antique and vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Polerouter watch is a timepiece designed by Universal Genève. The Swiss watchmaker released the watch in 1954. Legendary designer Gerald Genta created the design. Its fluted chapter ring and oversize 12 o'clock marker set it apart from other mid-century modern pieces. Shop a range of Universal Genève Polerouter watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Bentley, Breitling created the B01 Chronograph 42 Bentley Centenary Limited Edition watch. There are other versions of the Breitling Bentley available. Find a collection of expertly vetted Breitling Bentley watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A 41 watch is a timepiece produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex. Its full name is the Rolex Datejust 41, and the number 41 comes from the fact that it has an Oyster case that measures 41 mm in diameter. You'll find a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Waterbury Watch Company was established in the late 1870s in Connecticut to give people an inexpensive watch. It was very simply made, featured a nickel-plated case, no cover and it only had an hour hand. Through many buy-outs over the years, Waterbury eventually was folded into the Timex brand. Find a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.