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Baume Mercier Vintage Gold Watch 14kt
Baume Mercier Vintage Gold Watch 14kt

Baume Mercier Vintage Gold Watch 14kt

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier Geneve Watch is in working condition good condition overall gorgeous band deco

Category

2010s American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Baume & Mercier Tiffany & Co Diamond Gold Lady's Watch
Baume & Mercier Tiffany & Co Diamond Gold Lady's Watch

Baume & Mercier Tiffany & Co Diamond Gold Lady's Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous diamond 18k yellow gold lady's watch by Baume & Mercier and Tiffany & Co. The

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow Gold and Diamond Watch
Baume & Mercier 18K yellow Gold and Diamond Watch

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow Gold and Diamond Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow gold and diamond watch. Quartz movement. The watch features brushed oval

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Baume et Mercier Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Baume et Mercier Watch in 18K Yellow Gold

Baume et Mercier Watch in 18K Yellow Gold

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Paris, FR

Baume et Mercier lady's wristwatch in 18 kt yellow gold, oval dial mechanical movement. Golden

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 5231 18k Yellow Gold Octagonal Bezel Watch
Baume & Mercier 5231 18k Yellow Gold Octagonal Bezel Watch

Baume & Mercier 5231 18k Yellow Gold Octagonal Bezel Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Baume & Mercier 5231 18k Yellow Gold Octagonal Bezel Watch Brand: Baume & Mercier Model:  5231

Category

20th Century Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Dial Coin Watch
Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Dial Coin Watch

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Dial Coin Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Dial Coin Watch Details: Maker: Baume & Mercier Year

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch
Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch

Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Westport, CT

An original Baume & Mercier 14K yellow gold diamond ladies watch. Designed with an elegant oval

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Case Ladies Watch
Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Case Ladies Watch

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Case Ladies Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Vintage Baume & Mercier features a large 18k yellow gold case with fixed horse bit style lugs and

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Baumatic Watch in 18K white gold, 1980s
Baume & Mercier Baumatic Watch in 18K white gold, 1980s

Baume & Mercier Baumatic Watch in 18K white gold, 1980s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Baume & Mercier Baumatic tank automatic in 18K white gold with a blackish blue

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch
Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Baume & Mercier 87012.9 Riviera 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch This luxurious Baume & Mercier

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Classique 18kt White Gold Diamond Bezel Dress Watch
Baume & Mercier Classique 18kt White Gold Diamond Bezel Dress Watch

Baume & Mercier Classique 18kt White Gold Diamond Bezel Dress Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Baume & Mercier Classique 18kt White Gold Diamond Bezel Dress Watch (reference mvo35064) is a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece
Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece

Baume & Mercier 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Watch – Rare Vintage Timepiece

By Baume & Mercier

Located in London, GB

A sophisticated and rare vintage Baume & Mercier wristwatch, crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Genève Art Deco Yellow Gold Men's Watch, 1980s
Baume & Mercier Genève Art Deco Yellow Gold Men's Watch, 1980s

Baume & Mercier Genève Art Deco Yellow Gold Men's Watch, 1980s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This Baume & Mercier Genève men’s watch showcases a refined design in yellow gold, featuring a wide

Category

Vintage 1980s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Baume & Mercier Vintage 41.44 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watches
Baume & Mercier Vintage 41.44 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watches

Baume & Mercier Vintage 41.44 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watches

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Designer: BAUME & MERCIER Title: Baume & Mercier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watches Style: Wrist

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Baume & Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap
Vintage Baume & Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap

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

Baume & Mercier 18K Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch, Quartz, Swiss Made
Baume & Mercier 18K Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch, Quartz, Swiss Made

Baume & Mercier 18K Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch, Quartz, Swiss Made

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Miami, FL

A refined and feminine timepiece by Baume & Mercier, this vintage Swiss-made ladies watch is

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Blue Falcon Eye Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s
Baume & Mercier Blue Falcon Eye Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s

Baume & Mercier Blue Falcon Eye Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Here’s a Baume & Mercier in 18k yellow gold with a blue falcon eye stone dial manual wind from

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Tiger Eye Dial Watch in 18K yellow gold, 1970s
Baume & Mercier Tiger Eye Dial Watch in 18K yellow gold, 1970s

Baume & Mercier Tiger Eye Dial Watch in 18K yellow gold, 1970s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Baume & Mercier tank manual wind in 18K yellow gold with a brown tiger eye

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet
Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet

Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Montclair, NJ

- White Color w/ Excellent Luster - 2.75-3mm (approx.) Watchmaker: Baume & Mercier Movement: Quartz

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Darnestown, MD

Baume & Mercier ladies gold watch with Roman numerals. The oval face is painted to simulate green

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18Kt  Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch with Box and Papers
Baume & Mercier 18Kt  Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch with Box and Papers

Baume & Mercier 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Dress Watch with Box and Papers

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume & Mercier STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 35130 METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch.
Baume & Mercier 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch.

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch.

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch. This elegant watch features oval platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Baume & Mercier Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stamford, CT

Experience the epitome of elegance with the Baume & Mercier Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Diamond Square Textured Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Diamond Square Textured Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier Diamond Square Textured Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's Baume & Mercier Diamond square textured 18k yellow gold wristwatch is an exquisite

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 14k Angel Skin Coral Double Strand Bracelet Watch, 1960s
Baume & Mercier 14k Angel Skin Coral Double Strand Bracelet Watch, 1960s

Baume & Mercier 14k Angel Skin Coral Double Strand Bracelet Watch, 1960s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: A feminine vintage Baume & Mercier bracelet watch crafted in 14k gold and

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s
Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s

Baume & Mercier 14k Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1960s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Wallkill, NY

Classic 14k gold wristwatch from renowned watch company Baume & Mercier. Sleek, long

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co & Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, MV045063, Quartz, Serviced, Rare
Tiffany Co & Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, MV045063, Quartz, Serviced, Rare

Tiffany Co & Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, MV045063, Quartz, Serviced, Rare

By Baume & Mercier

Located in San Diego, CA

Introducing the exquisite Tiffany & Co. and Baume & Mercier Hampton Tank Watch—a true blend of

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier 18K Yellow Gold MOP Dial & Arabic Numeral Bezel
Baume & Mercier 18K Yellow Gold MOP Dial & Arabic Numeral Bezel

Baume & Mercier 18K Yellow Gold MOP Dial & Arabic Numeral Bezel

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Baume & Mercier watch is an elegant timepiece that combines luxury and craftsmanship. It features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stamford, CT

Haute Couture Baume & Mercier ladies wristwatch with a natural jade dial, diamond bezel and an

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Florentine Mesh Bracelet
Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Florentine Mesh Bracelet

Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Florentine Mesh Bracelet

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This elegant Baume & Mercier wristwatch is crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold, embodying

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Riviera Flat Bracelet Diamond Bezel & Dial
Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Riviera Flat Bracelet Diamond Bezel & Dial

Baume & Mercier 18k Yellow Gold Riviera Flat Bracelet Diamond Bezel & Dial

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This luxurious Baume & Mercier Riviera watch features a round shape and quartz movement. The watch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 27mm yellow gold Ladies Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a gold dial with Arabic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume Mercier Ladies Diamond Gold Watch 18 Karat
Baume Mercier Ladies Diamond Gold Watch 18 Karat

Baume Mercier Ladies Diamond Gold Watch 18 Karat

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier Ladies Gold watch Excellent condition. Made for 7-in wrist. .50 carat

Category

20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage
Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage

Baume & Mercier Men's Calendar Watch in 18 kt Gold Vintage

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Baume & Mercier 18 kt Gold Vintage Men's Calendar Watch Beautiful Baume & Mercier 18 kt gold watch

Category

20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Cuff Watch, Art Deco, 1960s
Vintage Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Cuff Watch, Art Deco, 1960s

Vintage Baume & Mercier 14K Yellow Gold Cuff Watch, Art Deco, 1960s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Vintage Baume & Mercier women's wristwatch crafted in solid 14K yellow gold. This elegant

Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s
Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s

Mid Century Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier in white gold, Switzerland 1970s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a sleek Mid Century Modern wrist watch by Baume & Mercier. This Tank

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch
Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch

Located in Vannes, FR

Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Watch - Brand: Baume & Mercier

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baumé & Mercier 18k Gold Factory Diamond Watch
Baumé & Mercier 18k Gold Factory Diamond Watch

Baumé & Mercier 18k Gold Factory Diamond Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

Baumé & Mercier, Swiss Made, In 18k White Gold, Factory Set With Diamonds. Amazing Shine

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ladies 14 Karat Gold and Diamond Baume & Mercier Watch
Ladies 14 Karat Gold and Diamond Baume & Mercier Watch

Ladies 14 Karat Gold and Diamond Baume & Mercier Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Kent, CT

Pretty Baume & Mercier quartz ladies 14k gold watch with 4 small round diamonds on the face. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Quartz Watch
Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Quartz Watch

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Quartz Watch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Pikesville, MD

A simply beautiful and timeless 18 karat yellow gold 22mm Baume and Mercier ladies quartz watch

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 18k Gold Baume Mercier Baumatic
Solid 18k Gold Baume Mercier Baumatic

Solid 18k Gold Baume Mercier Baumatic

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Deland, FL

Very rare watch. just serviced, running beautifully. It has 12 links and is a solid 18k gold

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Baume Mercier Gold Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate baume mercier gold watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 140 vintage editions and 49 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a baume mercier gold watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic baume mercier gold watch over the years, but those made by Baume & Mercier, Baume and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A baume mercier gold watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 29, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and single cut alternatives. Most of our baume mercier gold watch for sale are for women, but there are 60 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Baume Mercier Gold Watch?

Prices for a baume mercier gold watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $430 and can go as high as $16,137, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,990.

Baume & Mercier for sale on 1stDibs

The name Baume & Mercier has been synonymous with quality watches for nearly two centuries. Studious vintage watch collectors might know the legendary Swiss watchmaker for a range of reasons — it created distinctive models for women as they struggled for equal rights during the heyday of the Art Deco era, its shaped watches during the 1970s would certainly impress today’s enthusiasts of tonneaus and the like, and its Riviera emerged when donning a sports watch made of steel was little more than a fantasy.

Louis-Victor Baume and his brother Célestin laid the foundation for Baume & Mercier in a small watch dealership in Les Bois, Switzerland. The pair expanded to London, England, where they established the Baume Brothers in 1851. For the last half of the 19th century, Baume Brothers wristwatches won timekeeping competitions and set accuracy records around the world.

Their chronographs and grand complication models earned them ten Grand Prix awards and seven gold medals at various international exhibitions. Revered for their superior accuracy, Baume won a competition hosted by the Kew Observatory with a tourbillon mechanism which went unchallenged for a full decade.

Baume & Mercier, Genève was established once Paul Mercier joined William Baume, then director of Baume Brothers, in 1918. Unafraid to challenge the status quo, Baume & Mercier began introducing unconventional shapes while upholding their values — an endeavor that garnered the brand the highest international distinction at the time, the Poinçon de Genève.

During the 1920s, when women wore watches of all kinds, from wristwatches to long-chained pendant watches to lapel watches, Baume & Mercier positioned themselves at the forefront of innovation and cultural relevance. The Marquise, an incredibly successful model, marked the start of a modern ladies’ watch line that demonstrated the luxury brand’s recognition of the growing social movement at the time. Women were fighting for rights and earning power as consumers and so demanded more than the simpler imitations of men’s designs available in the past. Baume delivered.

Piaget purchased Baume & Mercier in 1964, and the Galaxie and Stardust models followed the acquisition, furthering Baume’s reputation during the 1970s for marrying elevated, shapely designs with the newest innovations — winning them the Golden Rose of Baden-Baden. Baume & Mercier are now part of Richemont. 

 Find vintage Baume & Mercier watches, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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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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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.

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