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Longines 14Kt Solid White Gold Modernist Style with Custom Dial 1950's
Longines 14Kt Solid White Gold Modernist Style with Custom Dial 1950's

Longines 14Kt Solid White Gold Modernist Style with Custom Dial 1950's

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modernist Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style 1940's with Medallion Series Movement.
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style 1940's with Medallion Series Movement.

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style 1940's with Medallion Series Movement.

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

Watches had Sterling Silver Dials with Gold Markers. This is a watch you can wear for the rest of your

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Omega Seamaster 2508 DeVille 18k Rose Gold 36mm Mens 1940s Manual Wind RA711
Omega Seamaster 2508 DeVille 18k Rose Gold 36mm Mens 1940s Manual Wind RA711

Omega Seamaster 2508 DeVille 18k Rose Gold 36mm Mens 1940s Manual Wind RA711

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch technicians. Each

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B
Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

Rolex 5015 Oyster Perpetual 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Watch is all original. Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A collector's dream, Rolex

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel
Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel

Rolex Rose Gold and Steel Bubble Back with RareThunderbird Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, 1940 – Stainless Steel * Ultra Rare* Mint
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, 1940 – Stainless Steel * Ultra Rare* Mint

Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, 1940 – Stainless Steel * Ultra Rare* Mint

By Patek Philippe

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

equally iconic and instantly recognizable,” says Geoff Hess, Sotheby’s Global Head of Watches. “The

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B
Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B

Rolex 3372 Chronometre Rose Gold SS Men 1940s 32mm Automatic Bubbleback RA750B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

certified Rolex automatic movement, cleaned and serviced, in excellent running condition. Watch is all

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Timor ATP British Military
Timor ATP British Military

Timor ATP British Military

Located in London, GB

Watch: Timor ATP British Military Stock Number: CHW5297 Price: £950.00 At the beginning of world

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet
Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet

By Gubelin Lucerne

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The watch is a remarkable piece from 1940, showcasing a classic rectangular design that makes it

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cyma Stainless Steel Navy Star with Original Dial and Hands, Circa 1950's
Cyma Stainless Steel Navy Star with Original Dial and Hands, Circa 1950's

Cyma Stainless Steel Navy Star with Original Dial and Hands, Circa 1950's

By Cyma

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cyma Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Navy Star Cymaflex / Reference 458 METAL

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700
Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA Watch

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Omega Suverän 2400  35mm  Swedish Military Issue  Cal. 30T2  1944
Omega Suverän 2400  35mm  Swedish Military Issue  Cal. 30T2  1944

Omega Suverän 2400 35mm Swedish Military Issue Cal. 30T2 1944

By Omega

Located in London, GB

charm. A perfect watch for those who appreciate true vintage watches with a story to tell, we love this

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back S.S., Circa 1948

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubble Back Ref. 2940 Description / Condition: All watches

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s
Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

Rolex Stainless Steel Original Dial Bubble Back circa 1940s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: "Bubble Back" / Oyster Perpetual METAL

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750
Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750

Rolex perpetual 3372 Rose Gold SS Men Rare 1940s 32mm Bubbleback Automatic RA750

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

steel Oyster bracelet, measures 19cm with the watch, in good vintage condition. A rare historical

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Breitling Premier Rose Gold
Breitling Premier Rose Gold

Breitling Premier Rose Gold

By Breitling

Located in PARIS, FR

rare treasure for watch enthusiasts. Its 35 mm rose gold case radiates classic sophistication

Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Vintage Men's Wristwatch, 1940s / 50s, in Excelle
Longines Vintage Men's Wristwatch, 1940s / 50s, in Excelle

Longines Vintage Men's Wristwatch, 1940s / 50s, in Excelle

By Longines

Located in bronshoj, DK

condition. All watches are thoroughly serviced by our professional watchmaker. Fully stamped on an original

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5015 14k SS Mens 1940s 32mm Bubble Back Automatic RA690

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Watch is all original. Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A rare vintage classic, Rolex

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs
Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs

Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

This vintage Rolex Precision ref. 4417, is a standout vintage timepiece, featuring a stainless steel case with elegant 'Tear Drop' lugs. Its original silver dial, with Roman numerals...

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1940S Universal Geneve Retro Diamond Sapphire Gold Wristwatch
1940S Universal Geneve Retro Diamond Sapphire Gold Wristwatch

1940S Universal Geneve Retro Diamond Sapphire Gold Wristwatch

By Universal Genève

Located in Geneva, CH

Universal Geneve Retro Diamond Sapphire Gold Wristwatch. Circa 1940. Swiss made. Wrist length: approx. 18.50 centimeters. Case dimensions: 1.50 x 1.50 centimeters. We do not guaran...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1942 Rolex Ladies Reference 3869 Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Charles Nicolet Rose Gold Filled New Old Stock Chronograph, circa 1940s
Charles Nicolet Rose Gold Filled New Old Stock Chronograph, circa 1940s

Charles Nicolet Rose Gold Filled New Old Stock Chronograph, circa 1940s

Located in Long Beach, CA

months on the movement. LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT I seldom see watches in this condition, especially

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Lonville Yellow Gold Filled Swiss Made, Circa 1940's
Lonville Yellow Gold Filled Swiss Made, Circa 1940's

Lonville Yellow Gold Filled Swiss Made, Circa 1940's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Lonville Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shape METAL

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

authentic watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerson
Emerson

Emerson

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Emerson STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIA...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe, Elegant & Rare 18k YGold Chronograph "Ref. 130" Wristwatch, 1947
Patek Philippe, Elegant & Rare 18k YGold Chronograph "Ref. 130" Wristwatch, 1947

Patek Philippe, Elegant & Rare 18k YGold Chronograph "Ref. 130" Wristwatch, 1947

By Patek Philippe

Located in Paris, FR

collectors as reference 130 does. The present watch features an extremely appealing two tone silver dial

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691
Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

Rolex perpetual 4134 18k Rose Gold Rare Mens Jumbo 37mm Automatic 1940s RA691

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

watches that have been cleaned, polished and serviced to perfection by our master watch technicians. Each

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Telda Steel Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1940's
Telda Steel Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1940's

Telda Steel Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1940's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Telda Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 2 Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Clinton Art Deco Wristwatch with Original Dial from 1940's
Clinton Art Deco Wristwatch with Original Dial from 1940's

Clinton Art Deco Wristwatch with Original Dial from 1940's

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Clinton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modified Cushion METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3372 Bubbleback Steel Rose Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3372 Bubbleback Steel Rose Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 3372 Bubbleback Steel Rose Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940

By Rolex

Located in Santa Monica, CA

the first production self winding wristwatch by Rolex. This watch is in fine running condition and

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Rose Gold

French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogaz Wristwatch
French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogaz Wristwatch

French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogaz Wristwatch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is rectangular in shape, the cream

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco /Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Dunhill Brass and Wood Domed Desk Clock, circa 1940s
Dunhill Brass and Wood Domed Desk Clock, circa 1940s

Dunhill Brass and Wood Domed Desk Clock, circa 1940s

By Dunhill

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Dunhill of London STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Gothic Dome METAL / MATERIAL: Brass and Wood CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 7" X 9" X 2 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALI...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches

Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shape with Original Dial
Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shape with Original Dial

Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shape with Original Dial

By Benrus

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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1949 Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1949 watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1949 watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing 1949 watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 1949 watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 204 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and baguette cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 1949 watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1949 Watch?

The price for a 1949 watch starts at $111 and tops out at $300,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,058.

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.

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