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1992 Watch

Breitling Navitimer Watch, Limited Edition in Stainless Steel, 1992
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Breitling Navitimer reference A30022 from 1992 automatic with a blue sunburst dial
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
The Rolex Daytona chronograph in 18K yellow gold, manufactured in 1992, is an exceptional timepiece
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
$27,442 Sale Price
20% Off
Dm 1.89 in
Seiko 6M25 6050 '1992 Olympics Barcelona'. 1/10 Chronograph Retrograde...
By Seiko
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Seiko 6M25 6050 was manufactured to celebrate the Seiko timekeeping of the 1992
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Vintage Swatch Gent BAISER D'ANTAN GB148 (1992) - Unworn, Mint
By Swatch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a rare and exquisite timepiece from 1992, the Vintage Swatch Gent BAISER D'ANTAN GB148
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1990s Retro Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Louis 78087 SM Pointed Paris Gold Hands 18k WG 1992 Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis SM 78087 Pointed “Paris” Dial 18k White Gold (1992) – Box & Papers SKU 1395 A
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

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Patek Philippe Platinum Calatrava with Diamond Indexes Ref 3796 circa 1992
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Patek Philippe platinum Calatrava wristwatch with silvered dial featuring diamond hour markers, manual-wind movement. Accompanied by the original box and certificate.
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Hermes Black Lizard Leather Gold Plated Steel "Medor" Studded Watch
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Metal, Stainless Steel Item Specifics & Details: Circa 1992. This vintage "Medor" watch oozes classic
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Vintage Swatch GK703 Gutenberg Year 1992 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Swatch watch from the 1992 collection. This is a very classic and elegant watch, the colors
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster Polaris Chronograph 1992 Olympics Limited Edition
By Omega
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Omega Seamaster Polaris Chronograph 1992 Olympics Limited Edition
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Swatch GK144 Daiquiri Year 1992 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Family: Gent Year: 1992 Reference: GK144
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Vintage Swatch GG116 Frische Fische Year 1992 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
: Gent Year: 1992 Reference: GG116
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16233G Champagne Diamond Dial C10 Serial YG/SS 1992 Box and Paper
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1826 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 16233G Year 1992 Dial Champagne Diamond Dial Case
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Automatic Wristwatch 16713 1992
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Gents Age 10th January 1992 Case Diameter 40 mm Case Size 40mm Box & Papers Box, Manuals &
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Tudor Prince Oyster Date Mini Sub Wristwatch. Blue Dial, Coeval Patination, 1992
By Tudor
Located in Canterbury, England
exhibiting some stretch. Neither box nor papers are present , we date production to c. 1992 given the B4
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1990s Wrist Watches

Ladies Omega De Ville, Gold/Steel, 23.5mm Case. Great Patina, With Papers, 1992
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
condition with only light signs of use overall, this example comes with papers (UK) dated 1992. A superb
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1990s Wrist Watches

Raymond Weil Dresswatch Ref 5532, Quartz, 32mm, Gold Capped, Art Deco Style 1992
By Raymond Weil
Located in Canterbury, England
1992 in Manchester UK. This is also available as a companion set..
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch, 1992
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Ladies Age: 1st June 1992 Case Size: 26mm Box and Papers: Box and Guarantee Movement: Automatic Case
Category

1990s Taiwanese Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Raymond Weil Ladies Quartz Wristwatch Ref 5532, Art Deco Style, Gold Capped 1992
By Raymond Weil
Located in Canterbury, England
Our wonderful vintage Raymond Weil reference 5532 quartz, with 26mm case, features a gold capped stainless steel case with art deco style dial of black / white and with date fitted w...
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16233 Blue Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
-winding chronometer movement with a 48-hour power reserve. Circa 1992. This watch is backed by our two
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Platinum Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 49005/000P
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Southampton, PA
Unveiled in 1992, the Patrimony Platinum Watch 49005/000P is the first perpetual calendar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Platinum Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 49005/000P
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Southampton, PA
Unveiled in 1992, the Patrimony Platinum Watch 49005/000P is the first perpetual calendar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

1992 Gucci Quartz Lacquered Bangle Watch
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
GUCCI bangle watch, double brown shaded dial, stainless steel face, lacquered brown detailing on
Category

1990s Italian Wrist Watches

Raymond Weil Neo Vintage Watch Set, Ref 5532. Art Deco Style. Year 1992
By Raymond Weil
Located in Canterbury, England
tang buckles. Included is the presentation wallets, both with dealer network, and one card dated 1992
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1990s Wrist Watches

Swatch Chandelier mod. SZ125, Vintage 1992 - Christmas Edition
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Swatch Chandelier, Christmas edition 1992. The watch is contained in its original box, in excellent
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Swatch Chandelier mod. SZ125, Vintage 1992 - Christmas Edition
Swatch Chandelier mod. SZ125, Vintage 1992 - Christmas Edition
H 15.44 in W 1.34 in D 3.43 in Dm 1.38 in L 15.44 in
1992 Swatch Pop Art Clock 7 Feet by J.c. de Castelbajac
By Castelbajac
Located in Capri, IT
1992 Swatch Pop Art Clock 7 Feet by J.c. de Castelbajac still in its original box
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Untitled (Swatch Watch) by Sam Francis, 1992
By Sam Francis
Located in New York, NY
Artist: Sam Francis Medium: Lithograph, 1992 Dimensions: 34 x 11.5 in, 86.4 x 29.2 cm
Category

1990s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Verner Panton Click Clock Watch, 1992
By Verner Panton
Located in Weesp, NL
Click clock 1992 Verner Panton watch new old stock. Click-clock consists of building block
Category

1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern More Clocks

Verner Panton Click Clock Watch, 1992
Verner Panton Click Clock Watch, 1992
H 2.76 in W 7.09 in D 12.6 in
1992 Vintage POP Swatch Watch Special Dots - Op Art - Designed by Vasarely - NOS
By Swatch, Victor Vasarely
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage new old stock limited edition and collectable POP Swatch watch from the 1992 Fall Winter
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Plastic

Sam Francis, Swatch Lithograph, 1992
By Sam Francis
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
with Swatch for one of their watches in 1992. Sam Francis was an American artist known for his
Category

1990s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Swatch Watch
By Sam Francis
Located in Buffalo, NY
TITLE: Swatch Watch DATE
Category

1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Archival Paper, Lithograph

Omega Speedmaster Automatic Chronograph "Reduced" Watch, 1992
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1992 Omega Speedmaster 3 Register Automatic 'Reduced' Ref. 175.0032.1 Stainless Steel watch with
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

1992 Tudor Submariner Stainless Steel 79090 Wristwatch
By Tudor
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1992 Tudor Submariner Stainless Steel 79090 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Unpolished 16610 Commodores Cup Race Winner, 1992
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex SUBMARINER UNPOLISHED 16610 COMMODORES CUP RACE WINNER 1992
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Tudor Stainless Steel Submariner self winding wristwatch Ref 75090, circa 1992
By Tudor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, for tritium indexes and hands. B4 serial # dates this model to 1992. Powered by self winding caliber
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Stainless Steel Mini-Sub self winding wristwatch Ref 73090, circa 1992
By Tudor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
bezel and black original dial. Case serial # B449,xxx dates this model to circa 1992. Featuring acrylic
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tudor Stainless Steel Mini-Sub self winding Wristwatch Ref 73090, circa 1992
By Tudor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
bezel and black original dial. Case serial # B449,xxx dates this model to circa 1992. Featuring acrylic
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Stainless Steel Navitimer Football Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1992
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Breitling Navitimer Ref. 81610 Case Stainless steel, 41.5mm Movement Valjoux, automatic, chronograph Bracelet Stainless steel * Limited edition box and papers
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Tritium Indexes Wristwatch Ref 16570, c 1992
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Explorer II ref 16750 serial #N circa 1992. 40mm diameter stainless steel case, 24 hour
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1992 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 68273 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1992 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 68273 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Category

1990s Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

1992 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1992 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Category

1990s Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1992
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15238, serial number N1, circa 1992
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16613 circa 1992
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 16613, circa 1992. Automatic
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

ROLEX Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch with Custom Lapis Dial circa 1992
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Day-Date wristwatch, Ref. 18308, serial T2, Double quick set day and date, 36mm full size man's model with fluted bezel, sapphire crystal, custom midnight blue ...
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

IWC SS Ingenieur Automatic ref # 3521 circa 1992
By IWC
Located in West Hollywood, CA
IWC SS Ingenieur ref # 3521 34mm diameter case circa 1992. Based on Jaeger Lecoultre calibre 887/2
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 in yellow gold & steel 36mm Automatic watch
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
w/ sweep seconds and date. 36 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 16233. Circa 1992
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69178 18 Karat Custom Silver Diamond Dial Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
w/ sweep seconds and date. With box. Ref 69178. Circa 1992. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Hermes Stainless Steel Carrick Automatic Wristwatch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice watch from Hermes. Automatic movement Watch from 1992 Strap and buckle with some
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 69173
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
. With box and papers.''Bank Wire Only at this price". Circa 1992. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 69173
Rolex Datejust 69173
W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust Ladies 2 Tone White Diamond Dial Ref. 69173
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
. 26 mm case size. Ref 69173. **Bank wire only at this price** Circa 1992. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Ref. 16233
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
w/ sweep seconds and date. 36 mm case size. Ref 16233. Circa 1992. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref 16233
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
w/ sweep seconds and date. 36 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 16233. Circa 1992
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 18238
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
seconds, date and day. 36 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 18238. Circa 1992 Fine Pre
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Day-Date 18238
Rolex Day-Date 18238
W 1.42 in L 1.42 in
Sam Francis Swatch Collectors Watch in Original Box, Never Worn, 1992
By Swatch, Sam Francis
Located in Pau, FR
moments of transparency, this work is a true Art Special - special art in the form of a watch. ABOUT
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Plastic

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Rolex Day-Date President 36 18k Yellow Gold Green Dial Luxury Watch 118138
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers. 3-year in-house warranty.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Neon Technosphere Collection "Bermudas" Wristwatch By Swatch, 1990s
By Swatch
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 9" total length - Summer/beach/surfer themed - Quartz movement - By Swatch Watch - From the 1991 Spring/Su...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern More Jewelry

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
$17,200 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
Cartier Tank Louis Date 18K Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 18K yellow gold Cartier Tank Louis watch with a white dial and blued-steel sword shaped hands. It features a beaded blue sapphire crown, mineral crystal, quartz movement...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex President Day-Date 18238 36mm 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The epitome of prestige and timeless elegance, the Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18238 is a true icon in the world of luxury timepieces. Crafted entirely from solid 18K yellow gold, this 36mm ...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

SWATCH SPECIAL GK340 Watch With Shoulder Strap 2001
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Swatch Watch Shoulder Bag Over Shoulder Bag Zipper Purse NOS Vintage 2001 GK350 Neon Yellow Crossbody Handbag Hipster Retro Gent Originals. Quartz movement. The peculiarity of the wa...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Art Deco Platinum Hamilton Ladies Diamond Watch 2.60ct Mined Diamonds 1930's
By Hamilton
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's-1940's Platinum Ladies Hamilton Watch with 2.60 Carats of Mined Diamonds – Elegant Antique Cocktail Wristwatch Breathtaking Original ...
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Daytona, White Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold case with a 18k yellow gold rolex oyster bracelet. Fixed 18k yellow gold tachymeter bezel. White Mother of Pearl Diamond dial with gold-tone hands and index hour mark...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Current Model Cartier Medium 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Watch WJPN0016
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Current Model Cartier Medium 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Watch WJPN0016 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (29mm x 37mm). Silver dial with black Roman numerals. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex GMT Master II 116718 18K Yellow Gold Black Ceramic Box 40mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116718 Year: 2007 Model: Rolex GMT Master II Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Black Ceramic Bezel Dial: Black Dia...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Limited Edition Swatch Fiz N'Zip by Kenny Scharf
By Swatch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this iconic limited edition Swatch Fiz N'Zip designed by the renowned artist Kenny Scharf. A true collector's item from the 1990s, this unworn timepiece boast...
Category

1990s Retro Wrist Watches

Limited Edition Swatch Fiz N'Zip by Kenny Scharf
Limited Edition Swatch Fiz N'Zip by Kenny Scharf
$119 Sale Price
20% Off
H 0.35 in W 1.35 in
Cartier Ronde Louis 18K Rose Gold Diamond White Dial Hand Wind Watch WR007001
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned in good condition. Factory Set 60 brilliant-cut diamond bezel. The band shows signs of wear. It comes with an original box but papers are not included. General Information...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Baignoire Factory Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Satin Strap
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: 3033 CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Silver BAND: Satin MOVEMENT: Manual Excellent condition Factory set diamonds Box & Card Accommodated with a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref 3003 18K Rose Gold 36mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3003 Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Silver Dial Face: Sapphire Cr...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with pyramid bezel ( 36 mm ).. Black Pyramid Dial . 18K Ye...
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel/White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Mens Watch 116234. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

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1992 Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1992 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, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect 1992 watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing 1992 watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Swatch and Castelbajac each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for a 1992 watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a 1992 Watch?

On average, a 1992 watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,207, while they’re typically $213 on the low end and $19,656 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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