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Vintage Hamilton Gold-Filled Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-plated
Category
20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Benrus Gold-Filled Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Band
By Benrus
Located in Van Nuys, CA
papers.
This watch is guaranteed authentic.
One year warranty included with purchase.
Gold-filled
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Baume & Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Description
Vintage Baume & Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap
This is
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Rolex Ref 2387, 9K Yellow Gold Tonneau with Art Deco Dial, H/M UK 1930
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our wonderful vintage Rolex features a 9k yellow gold stepped tonneau shaped case with manual wind
Category
Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches
Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage traditional wrist watch with the original leather wrist band. Step back in time with
Category
Antique Early 1900s Spanish Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Omega Oversized Tonneau-Shaped Watch, 1937
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1937 Vintage Omega Over Sized Tonneau Shape Silver watch with Oscillating Lugs with Silver Dial
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Cartier Paris Tonneau Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Vintage Cartier Paris Tonneau watch is the large size, circa 1975-1980. It is
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Circa 1978-1982
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Faberge' Tonneau watch, made in 18K yellow gold, measuring 26 x 32 mm. White
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Faberge Tonneau Yellow Gold Vintage Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Tank Faberge Tonneau Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tonneau Dual-Time 18k Yellow Gold Large Size
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier Tonneau Dual-Time 18k Yellow Gold Large Size On Cartier Black leather cartier Strap
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s scarce Cartier Paris "Faberge Tonneau" Wrist watch, 32 X 21 MM 2 Piece 18K Yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s scarce Cartier Paris "Faberge Tonneau" Wrist watch, 32 X 26 MM 2 Piece 18K Yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Ladies Rolex 18 Karat Gold Cellini Ref.4106 Manual-Wind Dress Watch, LV867YEL
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
,Urban,Vintage
Watch Shape
: Tonneau/Barrel
Year of Manufacture
: 1970-1979
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Men's Rolex 18 Karat & SS Oyster Datejust Ref.16014 Diamond Dial, Vintage NS32
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
,Cocktail,Dress/Formal,Luxury,Sport,Statement,Urban,Vintage
Watch Shape
: Tonneau/Barrel
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Medium Size, circa 1978-1982
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Vintage Cartier Faberge' Romane, Tonneau watch, Ref. 847237 53; made in 18K yellow
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H 1.26 in W 1.11 in L 1.26 in
Longines Vintage White Gold Filled Art Deco Gents Tonneau Case Wrist Watch
By Longines
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 Longines gents Wrist Watch, 33 x 26 M.M. 14k White Gold filled Tonneau shape case with
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Versace Tonneau Automatic Men's Watch WLA99 1 3/8in Blue & Black Face
By Atelier Versace
Located in Eagan, MN
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Vintage (1984-1989)
Watch Case is stainless steel and measurements are 35mm wide and 46mm long.
Watch Face
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Vintage Tonneau Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1980 Cartier Paris Tonneau Wrist Watch, 46 X 26 Curved and Convex 18K Yellow Gold 2
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 Hand-Wind, circa 1980 Swiss Vintage LV677
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: 6559942
Style: Casual,Dress/Formal,Luxury,Statement,Vintage
Watch Shape: Tonneau/Barrel
Year
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Men's Girard Perregaux 18K Gold Gyromatic Automatic w/Date 1960s Swiss MS194BLU
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
,Statement,Urban,Vintage
Watch Shape
: Tonneau/Barrel
Year of Manufacture
: 1960-1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Men's Breitling 18 Karat Gold Cadette Chronograph 1188 Hand-Wind, Swiss LV709
By Breitling
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
,Statement,Urban,Vintage
Watch Shape
: Tonneau/Barrel
Year of Manufacture
: 1950-1959
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch 1945
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch 1945. Quartz movement. 18k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch W15174P4
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tonneau Yellow Gold Silver Dial Vintage Quartz Ladies Watch W15174P4. Quartz movement. 18k
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Silver
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Vintage Tonneau Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vintage tonneau watches for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 155 vintage editions and 50 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of vintage tonneau watches bearing Art Deco or retro hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Cartier, Rolex and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of vintage tonneau watches, as most of the options available are for men.
How Much are Vintage Tonneau Watches?
On average, vintage tonneau watches at 1stDibs sell for $4,499, while they’re typically $111 on the low end and $270,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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.
Questions About Vintage Tonneau Watches
- What is a tonneau-shaped watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tonneau-shaped watch has a rectangular shape that’s bowed outward at the long sides. The word tonneau is a French word meaning barrel, which is a fairly apt description of a tonneau watch silhouette. Find a collection of vintage and modern tonneau watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
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