Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k
2010s French Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Peridot 18k White Gold Large Tank Band Solo Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Peridot 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with a
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Solo Large
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Cartier black leather strap, integrated clasp Serial #: 858XXXLX Reference: 2XXX No box or papers
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Extra-Large WSTA0029 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301744 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2021 Model WSTA0029 Serial Number 38********** Metal Stainless steel Materials Calfskin Stones Sapphire Weight 62.12 g Condition Ex...
Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Extra Large Tank Solo Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200028 - Automatic . Stainless steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Solo Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Large Cartier stainless steel Tank Solo wristwatch, Ref. W5200014, with quartz movement. Stainless
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200028 3515
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200028 3515 - Automatic. Stainless
Cartier Tank Solo Ref 2715 Large steel cased Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Solo Reference 2715 wrist watch, 34 x 27 M.M 2 piece Stainless Steel case
Steel
Cartier Tank Solo W5200004 Large Size 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Tank Solo W5200004 / 3167 Ladies Watch. 28mm 18K yellow gold case. Sliver dial with
Yellow Gold
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Watch W5200026 3
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Watch W5200026 3799 - Automatic
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Solo, Large
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 33.7 X 25.5mm rectangular case, push pull crown, sapphire crystal Dial: white arabic dial Band: Carter black leather...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Large Tank Solo Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2008 Cartier Tank Solo wrist watch, 34 X 27 MM Stainless Steel water resistant case. Quartz
Stainless Steel
Cartier 3169 Tank Solo Large Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3169 Model: Tank Solo Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel
Stainless Steel
Men's Large Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200014
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Large Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200014 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (27mm x
Cartier Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Men's Watch W5200003
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
. Cartier strap band and stainless steel deployant clasp. Unused with box and papers.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200028
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Men's Extra Large Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch W5200028 - Automatic. Stainless steel
Cartier Tank Solo Ref 4323 Steel Large Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2021 Cartier reference 4323 Tank Solo Wrist Watch, 26 x 25 MM Stainless Steel 3 piece Water
Steel
Cartier Tank Solo 18 Karat Gold Quartz Watch Large with Cartier Leather Band
By Cartier
Located in Addison, TX
Quantity One (1) Cartier Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch (size Large) with Steel Back and an
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Large 3167 W5200004 Silver Dial 18K Bezel Alligator Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3167 / W5200004 Year: 2016 Model: Tank Solo Large Case Material: 18K Yellow
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Large Vivid Green Peridot 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 51
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Peridot 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch, Large Model
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Cartier Tank Solo watch with steel case, beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon
Stainless Steel
Cartier 'Tank Solo' Stainless Steel Watch, Large Model
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Cartier 'Tank Solo' watch crafted in stainless steel featuring a sleek rectangular case
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel Watch, Large Model
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Cartier Tank Solo watch with steel case, beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 3169
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand : Cartier Series : Tank Solo Ref No : 3169 Metal : Stainless Steel Movement : Quartz Case
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200025
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200025. Quartz movement. 18k rose gold case
Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold
Steel, Yellow Gold
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Solo Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One Pre-Owned Cartier Tank Solo Large Model Quartz Watch. Caliber 690 quartz movement. Model
Cartier Tank Solo Yellow Gold Steel Black Strap Large Watch W5200004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Yellow Gold Steel Black Strap Large Watch W5200004. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200025 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200025 Card. Quartz movement. 18k rose gold
Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Steel, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Steel, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold Steel Mens Watch W5200004 Papers. Quartz movement. 18k yellow
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Quartz Movement Large Model Steel Men's Watch W5200014
By Cartier
Located in Wilmington, DE
Large model, quartz movement, steel Tank Solo watch, large model, quartz movement. Steel case
Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025. Quartz movement. 18k rose
Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025. Quartz movement. 18k rose
Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Solo Large Rose Gold Steel Brown Strap Mens Watch W5200025. Quartz movement. 18k rose
Rose Gold, Steel
Vintage Cartier d’Amour 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Tribute to Love and Refined Elegance Enhance your everyday look or commemorate a special occasion with this Cartier d’Amour Diamond Bracelet, meticulously crafted in 18K r...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Graduated Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Graduated Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace This stunning necklace features a magnificent strand of perfectly matched Sleeping Beauty turquoise beads, celebrate...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Unworn Rolex Lady-Datejust Reference# 279171, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Lady-Datejust 279171-0009 – Everose Rolesor Elegance with Chocolate Roman Dial The Rolex Lady-Datejust 279171-0009 masterfully blends refined femininity with Rolex’s signature...
Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Double Panthere Lakarda 18k Gold Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Double Panthere Lakarda 18k Gold and Diamond Ring. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight 8 CTS, E Color, VVS1 Clarity. 2 emerald eyes. 2 black onyx noses....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hermes Birkin 25cm Etain Gold Hardware Grey Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 25cm Etain Tin Grey Gold Hardware Bag Brand New in Box. Store fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect gift! Comes with keys, lock, clochette, sleep...
Dior Saddle Mini Silk 2019 Pink with crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Dior Saddle Mini Silk 2019 Pink with crystals These are professional photos of the actual bag. 2019 Dior Saddle bag, crafted in pink silk satin, the legendary design comes in size mi...
CARTIER Panthere Sapphire, Onyx, Emerald and Diamond Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite piece of jewelry features a striking design of two panthers facing each other, expertly crafted to capture their fierce elegance. The panthers are adorned with pavé-se...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Chaumet Paris Liens Smoky Quartz 18k White Gold Large Cocktail Dress Ring French
By Chaumet
Located in Lisbon, PT
Chaumet Paris “Liens” smoky quartz large cocktail or dress ring in 18K white gold, French, 2010s. This now discontinued Lien jewel by Chaumet is bezel-set to the center with a large ...
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,176
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Satin Gown with Geometric Inlays, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is a floor-length, form-fitting slip dress composed of black satin panels intersected with floral prin...
Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Crave Black Glazed Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Paris-Edinburgh Crave flap bag in black and Ruthenium hardware with rouge interior features, an interlocking CC Logo, a quilted pattern and chain link shoulder straps, a ...
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink Backless Mini Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Watermelon/Raspberry pink Pullover Bows Size small Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 36, pit to pit 13 to 15, smalle...
Chanel 1989 Vintage Apple Green Mini Square Flap Bag 24k GHW 68469
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68469 For 20 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the most pristine vintage and collectible accessories by searching closets around the world. ...
TIFFANY & Co. Victoria Platinum 0.64ct Diamond Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Victoria Platinum 0.64ct Diamond Earrings Metal: Platinum Weight: 2.30 grams Measurement: 7.3mm wide Diamond: 8 marquise cut diamonds, carat total weight .64 Hallmark:...
Diamond, Platinum
CELINE Cypress green CROCODILE MEDIUM CLASP Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Medium Clasp Bag IN Cypress green crocodile and gold-tone hardware. Lined in cypress green lambskin and divided in three compartments with a zipper pocket in th...
Rare! Vintage Christian Dior & John Galliano 2007 Mink Fur Jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rare! Vintage Christian Dior & John Galliano 2007 Mink Fur Jacket John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior 2007 Fall / winter Christian Dior style: 7A20071511 ...
Chanel XXL Travel Flap Bag Black Caviar Leather
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Chanel XXL Travel Flap Bag. Used once and comes with authenticity card. Crafted from black caviar leather with antiqued silver hardware, it has CC turnlock closure, adjustab...
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, 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.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.
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