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What is the most sought-after vintage watch?
There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
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Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Tank Louis Model WA20331 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: Tank Louis Model WA20331 Year: c. 1990s Material: 18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds with 18k Yellow Gold Deployment Buckle Dial: Silver with Black Roman Numerals Cas...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe Model 3993/17 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Patek Philippe Model: Calatrava Model 3993/17 Year: c. 1992 Material: 18k Yellow Gold and 1.20 Carats Diamonds Dial: White with 1.20 carats Diamond Bezel Case Measurement: 34m...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) 'Root Beer', 1972
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) features a 18k yellow gold 40mm case, brown 'nipple' dial and brown/ gold rotating bezel. This is a very de...
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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Clé de Cartier 31mm Factory Diamond Bezel Pink Leather Box Papers W4CL0005
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Clé de Cartier, reference W4CL0005, is a luxurious and elegant timepiece designed for women who appreciate refined craftsmanship and timeless design. This model features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 6615 Oyster 14K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 24.00 mm Weight: 45.19 grams One ladies 14K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested and determ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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