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Cartier Panthere Ruban

Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch

Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel & Mother of Pearl Wristwatch Steel Case with pink

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Cartier Panthère Ruban W61003T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial
Cartier Panthère Ruban W61003T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial

Cartier Panthère Ruban W61003T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

The Cartier Panthère Ruban (ref. W61003T9) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel and Mother
Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel and Mother

Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Bezel and Mother

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: 17mm, Wrist circumference: 5.5" Designer: Cartier Model: Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch White Gold with

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere de Cartier 2420, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Panthere de Cartier 2420, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Panthere de Cartier 2420, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Panthere de Cartier Reference #:2420. Ladies Cartier Panthere Ruban with Mother of Pearl

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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Certified Authentic Cartier Panthere de Cartier 3480, Beige Dial
Certified Authentic Cartier Panthere de Cartier 3480, Beige Dial

Certified Authentic Cartier Panthere de Cartier 3480, Beige Dial

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Panthere de Cartier Reference #:2420. Ladies Cartier Panthere Ruban with Mother of Pearl

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421 Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421 Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421 Watch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A gorgeous 14mm Cartier Panthere Ruban in yellow gold. Featuring a striking mother of pearl dial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K Gold Designer Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K Gold Designer Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K Gold Designer Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

This exquisite Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K Gold Designer Watch is an excellent example of a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthere Ruban Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban Watch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A ladies Panther Ruban in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a distinctive pink mother of pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond Set 2421
Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond Set 2421

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond Set 2421

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A yellow gold ladies Panthere Ruban by Cartier. Featuring a mother of pearl dial with roman

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Swiss Made Panthere Ruban Quartz Ladies Watch
Cartier 18K White Gold Swiss Made Panthere Ruban Quartz Ladies Watch

Cartier 18K White Gold Swiss Made Panthere Ruban Quartz Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Swiss Made Cartier Panthere Ruban 18k White Gold Quartz Ladies Watch 2422. Quartz movement, mother

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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere 2422 18K White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
Cartier Panthere 2422 18K White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch

Cartier Panthere 2422 18K White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Presenting an exquisite example of luxury craftsmanship, the Cartier Panthère Ruban Estate Watch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Lady's White Gold Diamonds Panthere Ruban Quartz Wristwatch
Cartier Lady's White Gold Diamonds Panthere Ruban Quartz Wristwatch

Cartier Lady's White Gold Diamonds Panthere Ruban Quartz Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Specification Age: 2000's Box & Papers: Cartier Box This watch has been fully inspected in house. Our

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K White Gold Link Ladies Bracelet Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K White Gold Link Ladies Bracelet Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K White Gold Link Ladies Bracelet Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A statement of luxury and brilliance. This exquisite Cartier Panthere Ruban Diamond 18K Gold

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Set Panthere Ruban Quartz wristwatch
Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Set Panthere Ruban Quartz wristwatch

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Set Panthere Ruban Quartz wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Ruban Diamond Set Ladies Wristwatch, mother of pearl dial with roman

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Ruban Yellow Gold and Diamond Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban Yellow Gold and Diamond Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban Yellow Gold and Diamond Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Authentic Cartier Panthere Ruban pave diamond set watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Wristwatch
Cartier Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Wristwatch

Cartier Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Cartier Panthere Ruban wristwatch in stainless steel with white mother-of-pearl dial, black Roman

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Swiss Wrist Watches

CARTIER Panthere Ruban Wrist Ladies Watch
CARTIER Panthere Ruban Wrist Ladies Watch

CARTIER Panthere Ruban Wrist Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic CARTIER Panthere Ruban Wrist Ladies Watch. This watch is done in stainless

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421, Mother of Pearl Dial, Certified
Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421, Mother of Pearl Dial, Certified

Cartier Panthere Ruban 2421, Mother of Pearl Dial, Certified

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Panthere Ruban Reference #: 2421. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl 16 MM

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Markers 21
Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Markers 21

Cartier Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Markers 21

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

" Designer: Cartier Model: Panthere Ruban Quartz Watch Yellow Gold with Diamond Markers 21 Item Number

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Mother of Pearl Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 22 mm
Cartier Mother of Pearl Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 22 mm

Cartier Mother of Pearl Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 22 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Set to shine on your wrist, this Cartier Panthere Ruban watch comes in a delighting gathering of

Category

2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ruban 2420 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
Cartier Ruban 2420 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

Cartier Ruban 2420 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Ladies Cartier Panthere Ruban with Mother of Pearl dial in stainless steel. Quartz. Ref 2420. Fine

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1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Cartier Ladies yellow gold Panthere Ruban quartz wristwatch, circa 2000s
Cartier Ladies yellow gold Panthere Ruban quartz wristwatch, circa 2000s

Cartier Ladies yellow gold Panthere Ruban quartz wristwatch, circa 2000s

By Cartier

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Classy and sophisticated Cartier Panthere Ruban 18K yellow gold ref # 2449 circa 2000’s. Featuring

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 21 mm
Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 21 mm

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Women's Wristwatch 21 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Set to shine on your wrist, this Cartier watch comes in a delighting gathering of the finest

Category

2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Ruban 1310, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Panthere Ruban 1310, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Panthere Ruban 1310, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Panthere Ruban Reference #:1310. Cartier Panthere Professional 1310 Ladies Watch. 27mm

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Ruban Mirrored Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
Cartier Panthere Ruban Mirrored Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

Cartier Panthere Ruban Mirrored Dial Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

By Cartier

Located in Pikesville, MD

Cartier Panthere Ruban, Model: W61004T9 Serial Number: 242087713PB. This timepiece is not pre-owned

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Mother of Pearl Dial Wristwatch
Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Mother of Pearl Dial Wristwatch

Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Panthere Ruban Mother of Pearl Dial Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Columbia, MO

The Cartier Panthere watch is a legend among watches that has become a timeless classic. This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthere Ruban Wristwatch Ref WG3007T7
Cartier Yellow Gold Panthere Ruban Wristwatch Ref WG3007T7

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthere Ruban Wristwatch Ref WG3007T7

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

A ladies 18kt yellow gold Cartier Panthere Ruban ladies wrist watch. Quartz Cartier movement

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Watch 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Watch 2465

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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Vintage Cartier Divan 2612 Ladies Wrist Watch W/ Pink Leather Strap
Vintage Cartier Divan 2612 Ladies Wrist Watch W/ Pink Leather Strap

Vintage Cartier Divan 2612 Ladies Wrist Watch W/ Pink Leather Strap

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Automatic Vintage Stainless steel ref. 2612 Divan ser. 1030*** / all original parts / pink leather strap (fits 6.5-8 inch wrist) / 38mm (width) x 30mm (height) dial / 8.3mm t...

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Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch – a masterpiece that seamlessly fuses elegance and precision. This exquisite timepiece showcases a luxuriou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18k Chopard LUC Ladies Manual watch. Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow gold Watch.

18k Chopard LUC Ladies Manual watch. Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow gold Watch.

By Chopard

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

This is a rare piece that does not come up for sale often. In fact, you will probably not see one like this for sale. Elegant and minimalistic wristwatch and bracelet. 18k Gold panth...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

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Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch
Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch

Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A ladies yellow gold Panthere wristwatch. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, a secret signature at X, a blued steel sword-shaped hands and a yellow gold diamond set bezel. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Stamford, CT

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By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

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Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch

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By Cartier

Located in Stamford, CT

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...

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Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902

Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902

By Cartier

Located in Houston, TX

A rare and unique find, this Cartier Santos features the eye-catching "spider" burgundy dial paired with a matching burgundy cabochon crown. A true statement piece, this watch combin...

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1990s Wrist Watches

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Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds

Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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By Cartier

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Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous and stylish blue strap Ballon Bleu! Ref 3002, automatic, 96184QX, 36mm case, the bezel set with 123 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.21 carats, fluted crown set with ...

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Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Cartier

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Cartier Panthere Ruban For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact cartier panthere ruban you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. While most can agree that any cartier panthere ruban from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a cartier panthere ruban, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Cartier Panthere Ruban?

On average, a cartier panthere ruban at 1stDibs sells for $3,499, while they’re typically $1,190 on the low end and $23,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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.