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Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Omega Watch
By Omega
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
' and '750'.
This authentic 1950s watch is fitted with a manual wind Omega Watch Company 15 jewels
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Tortue Art Deco Watch with Custom Finished Dial 1950's
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic Tortue Shaped Watch was produced in the 1950's
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Bulova 14Kt. Solid Gold Mid Century Ladies Watch with Diamond Bezel 1950 / 60's
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Diamond Ladies Evening Watch
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Mido Multifort, Superautomatic, Powerwind, Watch 1950s
By Mido Watch Company
Located in Roma, IT
Mido Multifort, Superautomatic, Powerwind, 50'
Movement and function: self-winding cal. 917P sweep seconds
Case: stainless steel 34,5 mm screw back
Dial: factory cream with silv...
Category
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Zenith Stainless Steel Original Dial Manual Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA: 1950's
DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
18k Vulcain Alarm Watch, Circa 1950's
By Vulcain
Located in Wailea, HI
18k Vulcain Alarm Watch Circa 1950's
From The Inventors of The Alarm Complication for Wristwatches
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Mido 14Kt. Yellow Gold Ocean Star Art Deco Style Power Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Mido Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm
CIRCA: 1950's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Power Winding / 17
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier Paris 18Kt. Gold Calatrava Style Watch, from 1950's European Watch Co.
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA: 1950's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Sweep / European Watch & Clock Co
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Eneo 18Kt Rose Ladies Art Deco Watch circa, 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Diameter 19mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hamilton 1950's Cocktail Watch Platinum and Diamond
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant Hamilton Platinum and diamond Cocktail watch from the 1950's. The case and lugs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
LeCoultre 14Kt Art Deco Watch circa, 1950's with Original Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm Length X 32mm Diameter
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Hamilton Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch circa 1950's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width 26mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Russian Submariners Watch All Original from 1940s / 50s Steel
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 77mm X Diameter 60mm
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
DIMENSIONS: Length 45mm X Diameter 35mm
CIRCA: 1950's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Manual
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Mid Century Experimental Electromechanical Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA: 1950's / 1960's
DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 35mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Electromechanical
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Benrus Yellow Gold Filled Mid Century All Original Watch, 1950's
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled Top/ Stainless Steel Back
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Diameter 30mm
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Eterna Eternamatic Centenaire Vintage 1950's 18K Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Eterna
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and rare, time capsule Eterna 18k gold watch with matching 18k gold bracelet. Original
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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H 1.3 in W 1.3 in Dm 1.3 in
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Round Dress Watch with Original Dial 1950's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Diameter 22mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Anker Silver Horse and Carriage Monarch Brooch/Watch with Marcasite, 1950's
Located in London, GB
This Anker Silver 1950's Horse and Carriage Monarch Brooch/Watch with Marcasite is a vintage piece
Category
20th Century Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver
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H 1.25 in W 1.78 in D 1.01 in
Wittnauer Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch, circa 1950's
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 26mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1950's Ladies Unique Diamond Cocktail Watch 4.2 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The 1950's brought us jeweled and Diamond watches that looked like bracelets. This Diamond Cocktail
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Juvenia Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch from 1950's High Grade
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
woman's watch when new, but the 50's men wore smaller watches, so it might have been a man's watch. It is
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Lemania Automatic, Watch, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Lemania Automatic - Watch 1950s
Movement: self-winding cal. 3600 21 jewels
Case: stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Rose Gold
Benrus 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Dress Watch with Original Dial 1950's
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches
Waltham Gold-Filled Art Deco Watch with Custom Red Dial circa, 1950's
By Waltham
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 23mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Breguet 18kt Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Manual Winding Watch, Circa 1950's
By Breguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 31mm X Width 17mm
CIRCA: 1950's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
LeCoultre 14Kt. Solid Gold Mystery Watch with Original Box and Papers 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Wyler Stainless Steel Incaflex Automaic Watch with Original Two Tone Dial 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 31mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Bucherer Stainless Steel Ladies Sport Watch in New Old Stock Condition 1950's
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bucherer Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Sport Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Helbros Yellow Gold Filled Dress Watch 1950's with Covered Dial and Pearl Inlay
By Helbros
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 17mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Round Watch with Unique Original Dial From 1950's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length X 34mm Diameter
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Unique Quartered Dial circa 1950's
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Diameter 28mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex 18kt. Solid White Gold Ladies Evening Dress Watch with Diamonds, ca 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 47mm x Diameter 16mm
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Important Diamond Hamilton Watch, circa 1950s
Located in Wailea, HI
Important Diamond Hamilton Watch Circa 1950's
Way Ahead of The Broadway Musical
This Diamond Watch
Category
Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Thomax 1950's Ladies 14KT Pink Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Thomax 1950's Ladies Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a timeless
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Zodiac Yellow Gold Moderne Style Manual Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Zodiac Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 37mm X Diameter 32mm
CIRCA: 1950's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Retro Vintage 1950's Diamond Cocktail Dress Watch in Platinum, Swiss Movement
Located in London, GB
A retro, 1950's cocktail watch created with sophistication and elegance. A small off-white watch
Category
Vintage 1950s British Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1950s 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cocktail watch has been crafted in platinum and 9k white gold.
This 1950s wristwatch has a classic
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Benrus Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Automatic with Original Patinated Dial 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 32mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 33mm
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1950's
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Cyma Time-O-Vox, Cymaflex, Watch 1950s
By Cyma
Located in Roma, IT
Cyma Time-O-Vox, CYMAFLEX, Ref. 1283, 50’, N.O.S.
Movement and functions: hand winding cal. R.464
Category
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Steel
Vetta Stop Second, Antimagnetique, Rare Watch, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vetta Stop Second, Antimagnetique, rare, 50’
Movement and functions: hand-winding cal. E1168 stop seconds
Case: stainless steel 38 mm
Dial: silver cream yg indexes and numerals...
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Omega Cocktail Watch in 18k White Gold with Diamond Accents, circa 1950's, Manua
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Omega Cocktail watch in 18k white gold with diamond accents. Circa 1950's. Manual. Fine Pre
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
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Stainless Steel Universal Geneve Compax Chronograph, Circa 1950's
By Universal Genève
Located in Santa Monica, CA
. Circa 1950's The watch is triple signed dial, case back, movement. The watch has been serviced and
Category
Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Longines 14 Karat White Gold 1950s Mystery Dial Watch
By Longines
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines 14K White Gold 1950's Mystery Dial Watch - Manual winding. 14K White Gold ( 32 mm
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Jaeger-LeCoultre Cover Watch in 18 Karat, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Wailea, HI
Jaeger-Le Coultre Cover Watch in 18k Circa 1950's
A Feminine Design. Back Winding To Hide The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Tissot Calatrava 1950's Jumbo 36mm
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1950's Tissot Jumbo Calatrava. The case measures 36mm which was extremely large for a
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950s Certina White Gold Women Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
blue background.
Scale clasp.
Watch vintage 1950s.
Total length: 18 cm, width of housing: 2 cm, height
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Telda Steel Art Deco Tank Style Watch New, Old Stock with Original Dial 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 28mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Crawford Stainless Steel and Chrome Calendar Manual Watch, circa 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Steel Back / Chrome Case
CIRCA: 1950's
DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Croton Yellow Gold Aquamedico Original Dial Manual Wind Watch, 1950s
By Croton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14kt. Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA: 1950's
DIMENSIONS: Length 37mm X Diameter 30mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Fortis 18kT. Rose Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial and Hands from 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Fortis Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Square
METAL / MATERIAL: 18k
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Bangle Wrist Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique watch - Work of the 1950s.
Our opinion : an elegant jewel watch.
Specialized in antique and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Girard Perregaux Solid Gold Art Deco Style Lapel Watch, circa 1950s
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA: 1950's
DIMENSIONS: Length 48mm X Diameter 42mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
LeCoultre Ladies 18 Karat Rose Gold Back Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Backwinding
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Movado 18 Karat Solid Gold Ermeto Date Travel Pocket Watch, circa 1950s
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm x Diameter 26mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
LeCoultre Ladies Watch with Rare Black Dial, Mid-Century Modern 1950s Swiss
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 27mm Length X 15mm Diameter
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Helbros Chromium and Steel Art Deco Triple Date Calendar Watch from 1950s
By Helbros
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Chromium and Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 31mm
MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
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1950s Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact 1950s watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and stainless steel, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect 1950s watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing 1950s watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any 1950s watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 165 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also marquise cut and baguette cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 1950s watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.
How Much is a 1950s Watch?
On average, a 1950s watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,375, while they’re typically $107 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
Antique, new and vintage 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, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1950s Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023There 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.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, 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.
- What is a bumper watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A 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.
- What is a Polerouter watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- Is there a Bentley watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- What is a 41 watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a watch key?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a Waterbury watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is a VC watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A VC watch is a timepiece produced by the Swiss luxury watch maker Vacheron Constantin SA. The company was founded in 1755 and has created a number of iconic designs over the years, including the Overseas and the Patrimony. Find a selection of vintage Vacheron Constantin watches on 1stDibs.
- Why is it called a watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The 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.
- What is a Genève watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Genève watch is a watch stamped with the Hallmark of Geneva, a quality seal awarded to watches that meet strict criteria in regards to its finishing and materials. Browse a variety of Genève watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a calendar watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A calendar watch, as the name suggests, indicates calendar information. It can either have one or a combination of – date, day, week, month, year and moon phase. Dating from different eras, you can find an early iteration of calendar watches from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Find a variety of classic, vintage and antique calendar watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bucherer watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Bucherer watch is a timepiece made by the company Carl F. Bucherer. Carl-Friedrich Bucherer founded the watchmaker in 1888. His company has the distinction of being one of the oldest Swiss watchmakers to still remain under the ownership of the founder's family. Shop a variety of Bucherer watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a moonphase watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A moonphase watch is designed to recreate the different phases of the moon on the dial. The aperture is usually curved so that it looks like the moon is waxing and waning.
- What is a moonphase on a watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A moonphase on a watch shows the current phase of the moon as you see it in the sky. Having an accurate moon phase in a watch is a little more difficult than it would seem because a lunar cycle lasts 29 days, 12 hours and 44 minutes meaning that a 135-tooth gear is necessary to drive the moon disc optimally for the exacting standards of watchmakers. Shop a collection of vintage and new moonphase watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a watch complication?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021With respect to watchmaking, a complication refers to any feature of a timepiece that is in addition to the display of hours, minutes and seconds. The most common complications include displaying the date, the day of the week or a stopwatch feature.
- What is a snowflake watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are two watches that are known as snowflake watches. One snowflake watch is also known as Reference SBGA211 by Grand Seiko. It’s one of the brand’s best known watches and is very popular. Its unique dial resembles a snowflake. The Reference 9411 Tudor Submariner is also called the snowflake because the second hand looks like a snowflake. Shop vintage and contemporary watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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