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Why is it called a watch?
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The portable timepiece worn on the wrist is called a watch due to its original purpose. Although they have become status symbols and fashion accessories, it is believed that early watches were the first tools used by town watchmen, who used them to track the start and end times of their shifts. Find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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MARIE LOURDES signed vintage gold tone abstract enamel designer watch bracelet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed MARIE LOURDES
• gold tone with enamel
• vintage designer watch bracelet / needs new battery not tested if works
MEASUREMENTS
• CONDITION
• very good vintag...
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20th Century Wrist Watches
Baume & Mercier Montre Mecanique Or Fond noir 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Baume & Mercier watch circa 1970 in 18k yellow gold (750/1000), oval case, black "blind" dial (no hour markers) signed, mechanical movement (manual winding), black fine leather strap...
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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Boucheron Montre Reflet 29.5 mm Quartz Full Steel iconic Reflet PM Wrist Watch
By Boucheron
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucheron Reflet watch, small size or "29.5 mm" (case height), by Boucheron, quartz movement, steel case, plain ecru dial with gold-tone (or pos...
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2010s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1982 Datejust Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Montre Santos Lady Acier Or 1990s Automatic Steel Gold Santos Lady Watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Santos Lady watch in steel and 18K yellow gold, automatic movement, white dial with railway track minute markers and Roman numerals, adjustable steel and yellow gold bracelet...
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1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Cartier Vintage Mens Tank 18K Gold over Silver & Diamond Watch - Mint
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
