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Sonia Bitton Galarie De Bijoux Geneve Vintage Diamond Watch 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Sonia Bitton Galarie De Bijoux Geneve Vintage Diamond Watch 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Sonia Bitton Galarie De Bijoux Geneve Vintage Diamond Watch 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

: SI1–I1 Watch Total Weight of Item: 70.100 gm Watch Case Dimensions: 35MM x 18MM Watch Band Width: 12MM

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Bvlgari Ladies 18 kt Yellow Gold 23 MM Case 6.5 inch band Quartz Wristwatch
Bvlgari Ladies 18 kt Yellow Gold 23 MM Case 6.5 inch band Quartz Wristwatch

Bvlgari Ladies 18 kt Yellow Gold 23 MM Case 6.5 inch band Quartz Wristwatch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Bulgari 18K Gold Watch Pre-owned Mint Condition as good as brand new 18K Yellow Gold 23 mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 22mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: 18mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 7.5" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: 18mm, Band Width: 22mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Omega Ploprof 1200M Co-Axial Master Chronometer Automatic Watch Titanium 55
Omega Ploprof 1200M Co-Axial Master Chronometer Automatic Watch Titanium 55

Omega Ploprof 1200M Co-Axial Master Chronometer Automatic Watch Titanium 55

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Booklet, Warranty Card - Undated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 55mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 24mm

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

1970s Rolex 18mm Jubilee 14k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Band
1970s Rolex 18mm Jubilee 14k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Band

1970s Rolex 18mm Jubilee 14k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Band

By Rolex

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 1970s Rolex 14mm Jubilee 14k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Band is an exquisite piece that embodies

Category

Vintage 1970s American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Watch Deployment Buckle, 18mm, With Used Crocodile Band
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Watch Deployment Buckle, 18mm, With Used Crocodile Band

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Watch Deployment Buckle, 18mm, With Used Crocodile Band

Located in valatie, NY

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Watch Deployment Buckle, 18mm, With Used Crocodile Band. Trent Antiques

Category

Early 2000s American Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Gold Plated Metal and Leather Medor Quartz 18mm Watch
Hermes Gold Plated Metal and Leather Medor Quartz 18mm Watch

Hermes Gold Plated Metal and Leather Medor Quartz 18mm Watch

By Hermès

Located in Irvine, CA

Hermes Gold Plated Metal and Leather Medor Quartz 18mm Watch with band material leather, case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 11mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 11mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

bracelet. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 8mm, Band Width

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

bracelet. Accessories: Box, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 6mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Panerai Luminor 1950 Flyback Takashi Sorimachi Chronograph Automatic Watch
Panerai Luminor 1950 Flyback Takashi Sorimachi Chronograph Automatic Watch

Panerai Luminor 1950 Flyback Takashi Sorimachi Chronograph Automatic Watch

By Panerai

Located in New York, NY

/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 24mm, Wrist circumference: 7.25" Designer: Panerai Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere de Cartier Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 19
Cartier Panthere de Cartier Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 19

Cartier Panthere de Cartier Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 19

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 6mm, Band Width: 10mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Breitling Chronomat GMT Limited Edition Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 47
Breitling Chronomat GMT Limited Edition Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 47

Breitling Chronomat GMT Limited Edition Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 47

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

/Width: 47mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 24mm, Wrist circumference: 7.5" Designer: Breitling Model

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 10mm, Wrist circumference: 5.0" Designer: Cartier

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 10mm, Wrist circumference

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 10mm, Wrist circumference

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 11mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

- Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 22mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Sea-Dweller James Cameron Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. Accessories: Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18
Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 15mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Assioma D

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18
Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

Bvlgari Assioma D Quartz Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 18

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 15mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Bvlgari Model: Assioma D

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber
Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber

Panerai Luminor 1950 3 Days Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber

By Panerai

Located in New York, NY

, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 44mm, Watch Height: 18mm, Band Width: 24mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hublot Big Bang King Power Black Magic Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium
Hublot Big Bang King Power Black Magic Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium

Hublot Big Bang King Power Black Magic Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium

By Hublot

Located in New York, NY

: 18mm, Band Width: 26mm, Wrist circumference: 7.5" Designer: Hublot Model: Big Bang King Power Black

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Audemars Piguet Promesse Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Leather 20
Audemars Piguet Promesse Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Leather 20

Audemars Piguet Promesse Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Leather 20

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 17mm, Wrist circumference: 7.0

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Two Row Diamond Bezel 18
Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Two Row Diamond Bezel 18

Cartier Baignoire Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Two Row Diamond Bezel 18

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

. Accessories: Service Pouch Measurements: Case Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 7mm, Band Width: 10mm, Wrist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Harry Winston Emerald Quartz Watch White Gold and Satin with Diamond Bezel
Harry Winston Emerald Quartz Watch White Gold and Satin with Diamond Bezel

Harry Winston Emerald Quartz Watch White Gold and Satin with Diamond Bezel

By Harry Winston

Located in New York, NY

Size/Width: 18mm, Watch Height: 6mm, Band Width: 8mm, Wrist circumference: 5.75" Designer: Harry

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Hamilton "Contour" in Extraordinary Condition, 17 Jewel, Caliber 980
Hamilton "Contour" in Extraordinary Condition, 17 Jewel, Caliber 980

Hamilton "Contour" in Extraordinary Condition, 17 Jewel, Caliber 980

By Hamilton

Located in Raleigh, NC

speciation 3) New 18MM Black Watch Band with a gold-colored buckle. 4) New Crystal 5) Full

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

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Marvin Ladies Pink Gold Diamond Synthetic Rubies Retro Wristwatch, circa 1940s
Marvin Ladies Pink Gold Diamond Synthetic Rubies Retro Wristwatch, circa 1940s

Marvin Ladies Pink Gold Diamond Synthetic Rubies Retro Wristwatch, circa 1940s

By Marvin

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Beautifully made 1940's 18k ladies watch featuring diamonds and commonly used synthetic rubies. Many of the pieces made in the 1940's have these scissor cut synthetic rubies. This W...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

Piaget Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch

By Piaget

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

This elegant Piaget quartz wristwatch is a refined example of the maison’s mastery of minimalist luxury and gold craftsmanship. The watch features a square yellow gold case with fin...

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Diamond Gold Lady's Watch
Piaget Diamond Gold Lady's Watch

Piaget Diamond Gold Lady's Watch

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

18K Y/gold diamond watch, stamps PIAGET quartz, 80564 K 8-18 508728, RBC diamonds weighing approx. 1.15 ct, GH VS, 6 3/4 inches. weight 40.6 dwt

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Peter Suchy Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
Peter Suchy Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

Peter Suchy Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

By Peter Suchy

Located in Stamford, CT

Classic ladies rectangular tank watch with a five row full length 14k panther band and gold tone dial. Reliable Swiss ETA quartz movement and at a current length of 7.5 inches. This ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet

By Hamilton

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channe...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, White Gold

Cosmos Watch, 18 Carats White Gold
Cosmos Watch, 18 Carats White Gold

Cosmos Watch, 18 Carats White Gold

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Cosmos Watch, 18 Carats White Gold

Located in Vannes, FR

Discover our Cosmos Ladies' Watch with its round 15 mm case in 18-carat white gold. This refined timepiece embodies the perfect marriage of sophistication and minimalism. The white d...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece
Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece

Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece

By Baume & Mercier

Located in London, GB

A sophisticated and rare vintage Baume & Mercier wristwatch, crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold. The elegant design is enhanced with sparkling natural diamonds, adding a touch of ...

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch
Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Lady's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is rectangular, the bottom beige slightly pricked. The hands enamelled black. Marked Universal Geneve Swiss. On the back,...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Chopard Happy Sport 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch Ref. 419-1
Chopard Happy Sport 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch Ref. 419-1

Chopard Happy Sport 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch Ref. 419-1

By Chopard

Located in Berlin, DE

This exquisite Chopard ladies' watch epitomizes timeless elegance and craftsmanship. Featuring a luxurious 18-karat yellow gold square case, the timepiece is adorned with sparkling r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget 8326A6 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Piaget 8326A6 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

Piaget 8326A6 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Dial & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

By Piaget

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Piaget watch featuring an oval onyx dial set within a surround of round brilliant-cut white diamonds. Crafted in 18k gold. Quartz movement. Made in Switzerland, 1980. Fits a 5.25-inc...

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch
Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch This luxurious Baume & Mercier Riviera 87012.9 watch is in excellent condition and ready to ship! Brand: Baume & Me...

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18mm Watch Band For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18mm watch band for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 11 antique edition and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 18mm watch band among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18mm watch band from Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 18mm watch band of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 4, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes ball cut alternatives. Finding a 18mm watch band for sale for women should be easy, but there are 12 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18mm Watch Band?

The price for a 18mm watch band starts at $500 and tops out at $25,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,500.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.