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Vintage Cartier Ronde Blue Chronograph 18K Gold 30mm Watch
Vintage Cartier Ronde Blue Chronograph 18K Gold 30mm Watch

Vintage Cartier Ronde Blue Chronograph 18K Gold 30mm Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Cartier Ronde Santos 18K yellow gold quartz chronograph watch featuring a striking blue

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Hermes gold 1997 H HEURE MEDIUM 30MM Watch Gold Epsom
Hermes gold 1997 H HEURE MEDIUM 30MM Watch Gold Epsom

Hermes gold 1997 H HEURE MEDIUM 30MM Watch Gold Epsom

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Heure H watch (Medium model, 30 mm) is crafted in yellow gold–plated

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Lady's Cartier Santos Ronde, Quartz, Two Tone with Grey Dial
Lady's Cartier Santos Ronde, Quartz, Two Tone with Grey Dial

Lady's Cartier Santos Ronde, Quartz, Two Tone with Grey Dial

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

. -Brand: Cartier -Model: Santos Ronde -Region of Manufacture: Switzerland -Case Size: 27mm x 30mm -Watch

Category

Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz

Concord La Scala 30mm Mother of Pearl & Diamond Tonneau Steel Watch
Concord La Scala 30mm Mother of Pearl & Diamond Tonneau Steel Watch

Concord La Scala 30mm Mother of Pearl & Diamond Tonneau Steel Watch

By Concord Watch

Located in Montclair, NJ

(including case, movement, and strap) Case Width: 30mm Case Height: 42.6mm (lug to lug) Strap Type: Genuine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Steel

Bvlgari 30mm Round Dial Tubogas Watch
Bvlgari 30mm Round Dial Tubogas Watch

Bvlgari 30mm Round Dial Tubogas Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Bvlgari watch in 18K yellow gold, designed with a classic round dial measuring 30mm. Its

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tissot Luxury Powermatic 80 30MM Reference: T086.207A Watch
Tissot Luxury Powermatic 80 30MM Reference: T086.207A Watch

Tissot Luxury Powermatic 80 30MM Reference: T086.207A Watch

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

, combining elegant design with impressive mechanical performance. The watch features a polished 30MM

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.
Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.

Baume Longines Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 30mm, # 665305.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, by Baume Longines 30mm Movement is Swiss made, signed & numbered

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Baume & Mercier Stainless Steel Ilea Diamond Dial Watch 30mm
Baume & Mercier Stainless Steel Ilea Diamond Dial Watch 30mm

Baume & Mercier Stainless Steel Ilea Diamond Dial Watch 30mm

By Baume & Mercier

Located in SYDNEY, NSW

. 30mm Case Size. Powered by a Swiss quartz analogue movement, the watch is water resistant to 30 metres

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 2280 SS 30mm 1930s
Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 2280 SS 30mm 1930s

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 2280 SS 30mm 1930s

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Beautiful Watch. Generic Stainless Steel Bracelet (not original Rolex). 30mm round case  Condition: Watch

Category

Vintage 1930s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 Quartz Watch, 30mm Steel Case
TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 Quartz Watch, 30mm Steel Case

TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 Quartz Watch, 30mm Steel Case

By TAG Heuer

Located in Boulder, CO

scale bezel and bracelet, this timepiece is eager to go further. Quartz Watch, 30 mm, Steel

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

OMEGA De Ville Prestige 30mm Green Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
OMEGA De Ville Prestige 30mm Green Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

OMEGA De Ville Prestige 30mm Green Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

Located in Morris Plains, NJ

versatility, this 30mm stainless steel model blends classic dress styling with modern luxury. Powered by a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier 590003 Watch. Must de Cartier White Dial Vendome Round Argent 30mm
Cartier 590003 Watch. Must de Cartier White Dial Vendome Round Argent 30mm

Cartier 590003 Watch. Must de Cartier White Dial Vendome Round Argent 30mm

By Cartier

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Genuine Cartier watch. ref. 590003 Vintage Must de Cartier 30mm Sterling Silver Vermeil White

Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Model BB302T 30mm Dial Tubogas Watch
Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Model BB302T 30mm Dial Tubogas Watch

Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Gold Model BB302T 30mm Dial Tubogas Watch

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold More Rare Large Dial Tubogas Watch Model: BB 30

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet Ladies Gold Watch 18K YG Manual Skeleton 30mm
Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet Ladies Gold Watch 18K YG Manual Skeleton 30mm

Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet Ladies Gold Watch 18K YG Manual Skeleton 30mm

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

request. Key Specs: Model: Ladies Gold Watch Year: 1980s Movement: Manual Case Size: 30mm Bezel: Double

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Panthere Vendome 30MM Ref 8100 18K Tri-Color Gold Quartz Watch
Vintage Cartier Panthere Vendome 30MM Ref 8100 18K Tri-Color Gold Quartz Watch

Vintage Cartier Panthere Vendome 30MM Ref 8100 18K Tri-Color Gold Quartz Watch

By Cartier

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type:  18K Tri-Color Gold Diameter: 30.00 mm Weight: 94.68

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Philip Stein Watch Dual Teslar White Leather Stainless Steel Case 48mm x 30mm
Philip Stein Watch Dual Teslar White Leather Stainless Steel Case 48mm x 30mm

Philip Stein Watch Dual Teslar White Leather Stainless Steel Case 48mm x 30mm

By Philip Stein

Located in San Diego, CA

Philp Stein Teslar watch featuring a dual watch face and a white leather strap. The case has both

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulgari Tubogas Quadrato 30mm Black Square Dial 18K Gold Vintage Watch SQ 22 2 T
Bulgari Tubogas Quadrato 30mm Black Square Dial 18K Gold Vintage Watch SQ 22 2 T

Bulgari Tubogas Quadrato 30mm Black Square Dial 18K Gold Vintage Watch SQ 22 2 T

By Bulgari

Located in Aventura, FL

: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: 30 mm Condition: Mint Condition Wrist Fit: 6 to 6.5 inches Center Diamond Weight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch
Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

Rolex Royal ref 2280 Art-Deco c1936 S/Steel Manual 15 Jewels 30mm Mens' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

, featuring: 30mm S/Steel Case, 35mm including the original signed screw-down crown, which designed to

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Vendôme Quartz 30mm Vermeil WatchSwiss Made, with Box
Cartier Vintage Vendôme Quartz 30mm Vermeil WatchSwiss Made, with Box

Cartier Vintage Vendôme Quartz 30mm Vermeil WatchSwiss Made, with Box

By Cartier

Located in Berlin, BE

A classic Cartier Vendôme reference 590003 in 30mm, Swiss made quartz movement, vermeil case (925

Category

1990s French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Tonneau 2712 18K WG Diamond Bezel Manual Silver Dial 30mm
Cartier Tonneau 2712 18K WG Diamond Bezel Manual Silver Dial 30mm

Cartier Tonneau 2712 18K WG Diamond Bezel Manual Silver Dial 30mm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier’s second watch design, following only the Santos-Dumont. While the original 1906 silhouette was

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Vintage 1970s Piaget Hexagonal Dress 18K WG Manual Pavé Dial 30mm
Vintage 1970s Piaget Hexagonal Dress 18K WG Manual Pavé Dial 30mm

Vintage 1970s Piaget Hexagonal Dress 18K WG Manual Pavé Dial 30mm

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

that defined Piaget’s goldsmithing. The bracelet doesn't just attach to the watch—it is the watch. It

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise

Vintage Lucien Piccard 14K YG Stepped Carrée Lapis & Tiger Eye Dial 30mm
Vintage Lucien Piccard 14K YG Stepped Carrée Lapis & Tiger Eye Dial 30mm

Vintage Lucien Piccard 14K YG Stepped Carrée Lapis & Tiger Eye Dial 30mm

By Lucien Piccard

Located in New York, NY

boundaries of dress watch aesthetics. This Carreé Lacquer features a quadruple stepped yellow gold case that

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732
Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732

Rolex Oyster 6827 Datejust 18k Solid Gold 1980s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA732

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

CROWN : 30mm CRYSTAL : Acrylic BAND TYPE : Leather BAND LENGTH : 20cm including the watch GENDER

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

DeLaneau G411/90 18k White Gold Quartz Opal And Onyx Dial 30mm
DeLaneau G411/90 18k White Gold Quartz Opal And Onyx Dial 30mm

DeLaneau G411/90 18k White Gold Quartz Opal And Onyx Dial 30mm

By Delaneau

Located in New York, NY

Watch Still Stands Out This is for someone who understands that some of the most interesting watches

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, White Gold

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 18K YG 3804 Manual Wind Champagne Dial 30mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

between the 12 and 3 o'clock positions. The watch is currently paired with a tan leather band and gold

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Date Ref 6624 18k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA456R
Rolex Oyster Date Ref 6624 18k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA456R

Rolex Oyster Date Ref 6624 18k Solid Gold 1960s Midsize 30mm Automatic RA456R

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

solid gold case measuring a universal 30mm, perfect for him or her, case in pristine vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 5 Diamond 30mm White Roman Dial Box Set 278509-3002
Chopard Happy Sport 5 Diamond 30mm White Roman Dial Box Set 278509-3002

Chopard Happy Sport 5 Diamond 30mm White Roman Dial Box Set 278509-3002

By Chopard

Located in New York, NY

Chopard Happy Sport 278509-3002 features a 30mm stainless steel case and polished bezel, showcasing

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee W20009C5 18K Yellow gold Watch
Cartier Santos Galbee W20009C5 18K Yellow gold Watch

Cartier Santos Galbee W20009C5 18K Yellow gold Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The Cartier Santos Galbee Large Men's Watch features a 30mm case made of 18K yellow gold

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bvlgari Diagono BB30GGD 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Bvlgari Diagono BB30GGD 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

Bvlgari Diagono BB30GGD 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Bvlgari Diagono BB30GGD Ladies Watch. 30mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel. Black

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement
Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement

Vintage 1950s Movado Watch. 18610 Movado Mechanical Windup Movement

By Movado

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

RARE Movado Mens Watch. Ref. 18610 Stainless Steel Case. 17j Movado watch. 30mm Case with

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chopard Happy Diamonds Happy Butterfly 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Chopard Happy Diamonds Happy Butterfly 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

Chopard Happy Diamonds Happy Butterfly 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Chopard

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

combines luxury and whimsical design. The watch features a 30mm case made of 18k yellow gold, shaped like a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1990s Pebble UFO-Style – Yellow Gold, White Stamped Dial
1990s Pebble UFO-Style – Yellow Gold, White Stamped Dial

1990s Pebble UFO-Style – Yellow Gold, White Stamped Dial

By Chaumet

Located in New York, NY

. More jewelry house than tool watch brand. At 30mm, the watch feels refined, but the sculpted case gives

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arperls Classique 18K White Gold  Mechanical
Van Cleef & Arperls Classique 18K White Gold  Mechanical

Van Cleef & Arperls Classique 18K White Gold Mechanical

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

, it features a manual movement. The watch face, measuring 30mm, is adorned with a white dial and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch

Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on

Category

Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Geneva 1942 WWII Era 30mm Royalite Watch Ref 3478 52ge325s
Geneva 1942 WWII Era 30mm Royalite Watch Ref 3478 52ge325s

Geneva 1942 WWII Era 30mm Royalite Watch Ref 3478 52ge325s

By Geneva

Located in Dix hills, NY

Geneva 1942 WWII Era 30mm Royalite Watch Ref 3478 52ge325s Date Code/Serial Number: 219923

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other

Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel
Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel

Edwardian 1903 Swiss Necklace Watch In 14Kt Gold With Guilloché Blue Enamel

Located in Miami, FL

). Chain lenght: 26 Inches (66.04 Cm). Measurements: Watch is 30 mm by 42 mm by 9 mm (1.18 x 1.65 x 0.35

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Trinity Tri-Color 30mm Watch With Date Indicator Crocodile Band
Cartier Trinity Tri-Color 30mm Watch With Date Indicator Crocodile Band

Cartier Trinity Tri-Color 30mm Watch With Date Indicator Crocodile Band

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck, NY

colors. The watch measures 30mm, making it perfect for any occasion. The watch includes a date indicator

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Lady's Rose Gold Twenty-4 Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4910/11R-010
Patek Philippe Lady's Rose Gold Twenty-4 Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4910/11R-010

Patek Philippe Lady's Rose Gold Twenty-4 Quartz Wristwatch Ref 4910/11R-010

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Ladies 18 karat rose gold Patek Philippe twenty-4 reference no. 4910/11R-010 25 x 30mm watch with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mini Sistine Spring Green 30mm Leather Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)
Mini Sistine Spring Green 30mm Leather Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)

Mini Sistine Spring Green 30mm Leather Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)

By ADEXE Watches

Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK

different occasion wear. Case Material : Hand-Polished Stainless Steel Case Size : 30 mm Band Material

Category

2010s Classical Roman Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mini Sistine Black 30mm Mesh Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)
Mini Sistine Black 30mm Mesh Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)

Mini Sistine Black 30mm Mesh Band Quartz Watch (Complimentary extra straps)

By ADEXE Watches

Located in Tsuen Wan District, HK

different occasion wear. Case Material : Hand-Polished Stainless Steel Case Size : 30 mm Band Material

Category

2010s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Gondolo 30mm 5109
Patek Philippe Gondolo 30mm 5109

Patek Philippe Gondolo 30mm 5109

By Patek Philippe

Located in Surfside, FL

length (lug to lug) by 30 mm width case size. Ref 5109. Fine Pre-owned Patek Philippe Watch. Certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 1960s Certina Ladies Mechanical Watch
Vintage 1960s Certina Ladies Mechanical Watch

Vintage 1960s Certina Ladies Mechanical Watch

By Certina Watch Company

Located in Carlisle, GB

as shown. Watch Dimensions: 30mm length 20mm diameter(without the crown) Please study the images

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava 30mm 2451
Patek Philippe Calatrava 30mm 2451

Patek Philippe Calatrava 30mm 2451

By Patek Philippe

Located in Surfside, FL

. This Patek Philippe watch has a 30 x 30 mm case with a Round caseback and Silver Stick dial. Circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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30mm Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

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