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Hermès Kelly Watch Golden Black leather
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model watch in gold-plated metal, black dial with dog collar-style nail indexes in gold-plated metal at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, quartz movement (battery), finely grained...
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1990s French Watches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
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1990s French Art Deco Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Montre Baignoire by Bvlgari Ovale Watch papers New in box
Located in PARIS, FR
Bulgari watch Oval model, 18 carat yellow gold case, white background, quartz movement, leather strap marked in pink lizard style, yellow gold buckle, delivered in its box (and outer...
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2010s Italian Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle 2698 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch #23241
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ladies Watch Model: 2698 Serial: 703848MX This classic Cartier Santos Demoiselle watch is set in stainless steel. Off-White Dial with black roman numeral...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Franck Muller Cintree Curvex 18K Rose Gold 1752QZ Ladies Watch #23248
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Franck Muller Cintree Curvex Ladies Watch Model: 1752QZ Number: 843 This luxurious ladies Franck Muller watch is set in 18K Rose gold with a brown leather band Rose gold case is 2...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Two Tone Watch Quartz 32 mm White Roman Dial #23239
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Santos Ronde Watch Serial: 8191206462 This Cartier Santos Ronde watch is set in stainless steel with 18K yellow gold bezel. White...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster Ladies 2675 Stainless Watch Silver Dial #23251
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Roadster Ladies Watch Model: 2675 Serial: 220872RB This classic Cartier watch is set in stainless steel. Case is 31mm x 37mm and all stainless steel Silver dial with blac...
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20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1990 Rolex Day-Date President 18248 18K Yellow Gold Watch 36mm Box #23235
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1990 Rolex Day-Date President Watch Model: 18248 Serial: E840743 This classic Rolex Day-Date President watch is set in solid 18K yellow gold. 36mm case Champagne Dial with Day Da...
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1990s Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tissot Montre Mecanique Acier 1990s Lady Manual Winding Steel Swiss Made Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Tissot women's watch, circa 1990, hand-wound, steel case, silver-colored dial with stick indexes, silver-plated, articulated link bracelet, folding clasp. Total length of the watch w...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Louis 78087 SM Pointed Paris Gold Hands 18k WG 1992 Box and Papers
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis SM 78087 Pointed “Paris” Dial 18k White Gold (1992) – Box & Papers SKU 1395 A stunning and highly collectible example of the Cartier Tank Louis SM (Small Model),...
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1990s Watches

Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 Swiss Dial 18k YG 1986 Full Set
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 Swiss Dial 18k Yellow Gold (1986) Full Set SKU 1392 An exceptionally rare and beautifully preserved Cartier Tank Louis Mini (Ref. 67117) from 1986, co...
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1980s Vintage Watches

1910's ROLEX Rare Vintage Mens World War I Era Military Trench Watch
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Watches

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Other

Cartier Ronde Opaline 81914 White Diamond Dial Diamond Lugs Special Order 18k YG
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Ronde Opaline Ref. 81914 Diamond Dial and Lugs, 18k Yellow Gold, 1990s This Cartier Ronde Opaline Ref. 81914 from the 1990s is a remarkable and highly uncommon example of Ca...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ellipse 67081 SM Ladies White Dial 18k YG 1980s
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Ellipse 67081 SM – Ladies, White Dial, 18k Yellow Gold (1980s) A classic example of Cartier’s Ellipse collection, this 67081 SM from the 1980s embodies the brand’s signature...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies Reverso Joaillerie Q2623403 267.3.86
Located in SYDNEY, AU
aeger-LeCoultre Reverso Joaillerie Q2623403 – White Mother of Pearl, 18k White Gold with Diamonds & Sapphires (2010s) A dazzling example of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s artistry and haute hor...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 1601 Mosaic Blue JDM 5.1m Serial 1977 Box and Papers
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601, Mosaic Blue Dial, Steel & 18k White Gold, Full Set, 1977 (5.1M Serial, JDM) Among vintage Datejusts, few dials capture collectors’ imaginations like the Mo...
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1970s Vintage Watches

1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1983 Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch. This Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch was made in 1983. It's a great watch in great con...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Explorer II 16570 “Panna” Polar – S Serial (1993) – Rare Collectible Vintage An exceptional opportunity for the discerning collector: this Rolex Explorer II 16570, dating from...
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1990s Watches

Cartier Tank Louis 78087 SM Swiss 18k YG 1980s
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis SM 78087 Swiss Dial 18k Yellow Gold (1980s) SKU 1396 A beautifully preserved Cartier Tank Louis SM (Small Model) from the 1980s, showcasing the enduring elegance...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold Strap Material:1...
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1970s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Day Date President 18038 White Roman Dial
Located in Tucson, AZ
Rolex Day Date President featuring an original white roman numeral dial. The 18038 reference is renowned for its day and date apertures, scra...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold 30mm Quartz Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This exceptional pre-owned Patek Philippe 18 karat yellow gold quartz watch features 30mm white dial on matching gold bracelet construction measuring 7 inch long bracelet with substa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Elegant Elgin 14k White Gold Wind-Up Wristwatch with Diamonds
Located in Bloomington, MN
This watch is crafted in 14k white gold and features diamond, with an Elgin wind up wristwatch design. The single-cut diamonds total 0.06ctw, near colorless with SI clarity. It weig...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Cellini 4012 Purple Blue Mirror Dial 18k WG 3.6m Serial 1974
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Cellini Ref. 4012, Purple-Blue Mirror Dial, 18k White Gold, 1974 This rare and elegant Rolex Cellini reference 4012 from 1974 showcases the maison’s dedication to refined dres...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch Circa 1993
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch Circa 1993. The Rolex Air King Stainless Steel Wristwatch is from 1993. The band is an oyster band and the blue dial has markers and 3/6/9...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1990. The Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1990 is a 36mm watch. In very good...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage Platinum Diamond Ladies Watch, 1.80ct Natural Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage ladies watch, beautifully crafted in a combination of a platinum case and victorian cut natural diamonds on black velvet leat...
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1920s Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Waltham 14K Gold Double Cased Pocket Watch
Located in valatie, NY
This beautiful 14k pocket watch is made by Waltham. It has a triple case, numbered 583785, that has intricate engravings and details. This watch was made around 1910. The dial has Ar...
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Early 20th Century American Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Boucheron Montre Reflets Grand Modele quartz Diamants Yellow Gold Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucheron Reflet collection watch, Large Model format, in 18-carat yellow gold, quartz movement, brilliant-cut diamond indexes, yellow gold bracelet, 6 additional bracelets, includin...
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2010s French Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1962 Audemars Piguet "Extra-Flat" Vintage Mens Midsize Watch - 18K Gold & Diamon
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. HardWare Link Sterling Silver Steel Natural Diamond Watch Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. HardWare Link Sterling Silver & Steel Natural Diamond Blue Watch Bracelet Metal: Sterling silver & stainless steel Dial: Blue Movement: High-precision Swiss quartz move...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Steel

Pre-owned Cartier Ballon Blue
Located in Woodbridge, NJ
Excellent condition ladies Cartier Watch Ballon Bleu, all stainless steel with butterfly clasp. 36mm size case measurement with silver dial with blue sapphire cabachon setting crown....
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

1922 Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch - Original
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1922 PATEK PHILIPPE...
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1920s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Platinum

Obrey, Paris Elegant Silver Watch Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Obrey Paris Elegant Silver Watch Bracelet from the 1980's. Heavy silver link chain link with classic oval hand wind movement. Hermes quality silver manufacture, very heavy quality. M...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Watches

Materials

Silver

1910's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1910s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1960's Mido Multifort - Owned by Beatle George Harrison & Worn by Sean Penn
By Mido
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1960's Mido Multifort Vintage Watch - OWNED BY BEATLE GEORGE HARRISON & WORN BY SEAN PENN IN MOVIE Certificate of Authenticity - Full Provenance with 2 COAs - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this classic vintage Mido Multifort watch...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2007 Rolex Cellini 5115 Watch 18K White Gold Box / Papers #23236
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2007 Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Watch Model: 5115/9 Serial: M768843 This Rolex Cellini Men's Watch has a case set in 18K white gold Case ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris vintage must vermeil Colisee watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris Must Colisée watch from the 1980’s is a refined timepiece blending classic elegance with timeless design. Crafted with a vermeil case and paired with a sle...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Panerai Luminor Marina series 1048 watch, brushed steel case and polished steel bezel, automatic with seconds at 9 o'clock and date calendar at 3 o'clock, black dial, luminescent bat...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Pink Technomarine Womens Chronograph Wristwatch Diamonds + MOP Dial
Located in New York, NY
A vintage womens stainless steel chronograph wristwatch by TechnoMarine. Millenium Special Edition, Cruise CG7, model CIT 05 60. The bezel is set with two rows of diamonds. Three gilt crowns. Mother-of-pearl dial with pink accents, date window, three sub-dials, fluorescent baton indexes and hands. Pink leather bracelet. The piece comes in original box with brochure and replaceable rubber straps in pink and clear colors. Collectible Luxury Clocks...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 16610LV Kermit NOS Stickered M Serial 2008
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Submariner Date 16610LV “Kermit” NOS Stickered M-Serial (2008) SKU 1381 An extraordinary collector’s piece — this Rolex Submariner Date 16610LV “Kermit” is an unworn, factory...
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Early 2000s Watches

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Located in Greer, SC
" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel & Dial Ladies 26 mm Watch
Located in Plainview, NY
Rolex 69178 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Bezel & Dial Ladies 26 mm Watch: This elegant Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust (Reference 69178) is...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Montre Malice Circa 2005 Malice CD Full Steel Quartz wrist Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Malice watch (circa 2005), steel case, quartz movement, mother-of-pearl dial, stick indexes, steel CD bracelet. Diameter 1.95 cm excluding c...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Steel

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1956 ROLEX OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - Stainless Steel Authentic Rolex in Gorgeous Condition - Fully Serviced ($695) - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering proudly showcases this impressive Pre-Owned midsize Rolex Oysterdate Precision in gorgeous restored condition - on the wrist, it presents virtually like a new Rolex. Our photos couldn't do justice! One of the desirable vintage Rolex watches right now is the Oysterdate Precision due to the fact that its understated and classic design contrast the busier look of some of the modern Rolex watches. It's a watch that is perfectly at home being worn everyday or only for special occasions. Produced from the early 1950's into the 1980's, it was a strong commercial success for Rolex, winning a large following. This is a very early ref. 6466 made in the 3rd quarter of 1956. It measures just over 30mm in diameter. As a midsize watch, it suits a man looking for a smaller vintage watch...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

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Stainless Steel

1940 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Cushion Watch with Stepped Lugs - 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

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18k Gold

1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet Wrist Watch
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel case and bracelet ladies wristwatch. The name Diagono is inspired by the Greek agon, or competition. ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Waltham 14k White Gold Diamond Accent Wind-Up Wristwatch
Located in Bloomington, MN
This elegant vintage Waltham wristwatch is crafted in 14k white gold and set with sparkling diamond accents. The case and lugs feature intricate filigree-style detailing, adorned wit...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Polo 15201 Mini Ladies Pave Diamond 18k YG 1990s
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A stunning Piaget Polo Mini (Ref. 15201 C701) from the 1990s, crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold and fully adorned with brilliant pave-set diamonds a...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
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1980s French Vintage Watches

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fancy Platinum Hamilton 2.76ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (53) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set - 1.06ctw (approx.) (28) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - 1.70ctw (approx.) Tot...
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20th Century American Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Patek Philippe 18k Yellow Gold 15mm Round 6" Watch Bracelet Ref. 3266/4
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Patek Philippe Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Case Width: 15mm (not counting the crown) Case Thickness: 6.7mm Brace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chanel J12 Grey Ceramic Watch 34mm – Timeless Modern Elegance
Located in Bloomington, MN
A striking timepiece from Chanel’s iconic J12 collection, this 34mm watch embodies sleek sophistication with a contemporary edge. Crafted in grey high-tech ceramic with a matching br...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elgin Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold & Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Elgin lady's watch. In 14 karat white gold. Prong-set with diamonds in a halo surrounding the dial and to the lugs on each end. With a block letter ELGIN and index hour markers to the face. Set with a Speidel gold-plated and black cord watch...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gucci G 100L Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Bloomington, MN
This Gucci G 100L wristwatch features a bold rectangular 30x22mm stainless steel case with the iconic "G" bezel design. The watch has a sleek black dial accented with Roman numerals ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Timeless Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16233 (1989)
Located in Bloomington, MN
Step into enduring luxury with this 1989 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, reference 16233. This iconic timepiece combines the strength of s...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.72ctw Old Diamond Fancy Wrist Watch Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (95) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Round Cut - Bezel & Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Channe...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Corum Sterling Silver Cuff Style Manual Watch, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Corum Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Clip On / Cuff Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Width 28mm CIRCA: 1970's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: ...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

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

When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.

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