Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Custom Diamond Bezel 16/8331
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Custom Diamond Bezel 16/8331
2010s European Wrist Watches
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Custom Diamond Bezel 16/8331
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Custom Diamond Bezel 16/8331
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia Split Second Chronograph Limited Edition Watch 16/1261
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Chopard Mille Miglia Split Second Chronograph Limited Edition Watch 16/1261. This
Chopard Mille Miglia Ltd Edition Chronograph Automatic Watch In 18K Rose G
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Chopard Mille Miglia Ltd Edition Chronograph Automatic Watch In 18K Rose Gold Ltd edition with
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Mille Miglia 158992-3001 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph in stainless steel. Auto w/ subseconds, date, chronograph and
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Men's Watch 8511
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Men's Watch 8511 - Automatic. Stainless Steel case ( 40 mm
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Men's Steel Watch 8580
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Men's Steel Watch 8580 - Automatic. Stainless Steel case ( 46mm
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Ref 8331. Excellent Condition, Box & Papers
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Chopard Mille Miglia chronograph , reference 8331, features a 'carbon fibre' effect, dial
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph GMT Wristwatch Ref 168992. Grey Rhodium Dial.
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph GMT features a 42mm stainless steel case with rare and
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph GMT Ref 8992. 42mm Case, Rhodium Dial, Yr 2012
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare and attractive Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph with GMT function features a 42mm
Rhodium
Chopard Mille Miglia, Ref 8915, Competitors Watch 2001, Excellent Condition
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Chopard Mille Miglia chronograph with date , reference 8915, features a titanium 40mm
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Chopard stainless steel Mille Miglia chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 15/8331, with automatic movement
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Chopard stainless steel Mille Miglia GMT chronograph wristwatch, Ref 8992. 42 mm water resistant
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding; chronograph; date. Stainless steel case with exposition back to view movement
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF W3640 MODEL NUMBER 8920 SERIAL NUMBER 124**** CONDITION 9 - Excellent condition GENDER Gents AGE 2010 CASE DIAMETER 40 mm CASE SIZE 40mm BOX & PAPERS Box & Manuals MOVEME...
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 42mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Black Leather Strap Length: Adjustable up to 20cm Strap Width: At Case...
Stainless Steel
Chopard Rose Gold Mille Miglia GTXL Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia GTXL Reference: 16/1268 Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch, 2004
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4289 Model Number: 8954 Serial Number: 102**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1st October 2004 Case Diameter: 42 mm Case Size: 42mm Box and papers: Box, Manuals & ...
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 42mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Tyre Tread Rubber Strap Strap Length: Adjustable up to 20cm Strap Wid...
Stainless Steel
Chopard Rose Gold Limited Edition Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, calendar, chronograph, tachymeter. Chopard Mille Miglia Mens Rose Gold
18k Gold
Chopard 161268 Mille Miglia Gt XL 18k Rose Gold Chronograph Watch
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia GT XL Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Case Diameter: 44mm Size
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Mille Miglia Wristwatch Ref 168992, Chronograph/Date/GMT. Year 2010
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Chopard Mille Miglia features a 42mm stainless steel case with rare and very attractive rhodium
Chopard Black DLC Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Gran Turismo Chronograph Watch
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
rubber strap with stainless steel Chopard buckle. Pre-owned with box and papers.
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia GT XL Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch 2000
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4173 Model Number: 8489 Serial Number: 124**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1st March 2007 Case Diameter: 44 mm Case Size: 44mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals, and Gu...
Stainless Steel
Chopard Lady's White Gold and Diamond Mille Miglia Elton John Chronograph Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
Chopard lady's 18k white gold chronograph wristwatch with a diamond-set bezel on an orange
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.66 in
Chopard Mille Miglia 1000 Steel Chronograph MOP Dial Ladies Watch 168511-3018
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Chopard 168511-3018 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia Steel Chronograph Silver Dial Men's Watch 16/8331-99
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Chopard 16/8331 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Chopard Mille Miglia GTXL Rosso Corsa Limited Edition Watch
By Chopard
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Brand new Chopard Mille Miglia GTXL Rosso Corsa chronograph. Manufactured in 2014, limited to 1,000
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia GT XL Black Dial Chronograph Automatic Steel 44MM 16/8459
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Watch has been professionally polished and serviced. It does not have visible scratches or blemishes. Sale comes with a jewelry box, appraisal certificate validating authenticity of...
Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia – Ref. 168489-3001 / 16/8489 – Limited Edition (2007)
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
engraved caseback map from Brescia to Rome. Key Details Brand: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia Chronograph
Chopard Yellow Gold Mille Miglia Chronograph Ltd Ed automatic Wristwatch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, sub-seconds, tachymeter, chronograph, date Case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch Ref 8331
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Preowned Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph watch with ref number 8331. Case Metal: Stainless
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Chopard stainless steel Mille Miglia chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 8331, 39mm, water resistant case
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia 8511 Chronograph Limited Edition 1000 Miglia Watch
By Chopard
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Chopard Model: Mille Miglia Reference Number : 8511 Features : Sapphire crystal . Water
Stainless Steel
Chopard 8992 Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph Men's Watch
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Chopard MPN: 8992 Model: Mille Miglia GMT Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 42mm
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Limited Edition
By Chopard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 40mm round, push pull crown/chronograph Band: Chopard black rubber tread band with buckle Dial: white
Stainless Steel
Chopard stainless steel Mille Miglia Chronograph GMT self-winding Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Greenwich, CT
masculine timepiece bearing all the hallmarks of Chopard expertise, Mille Miglia Chronograph GMT crafted in
Stainless Steel
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch 16/8331
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding; chronograph; date. Stainless steel case with exposition back to view movement
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL Chronograph Speed Black . Rose Gold, 2010.
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our limited edition Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL chronograph Speed Black reference 168459
Rose Gold
Chopard Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Limited Edition Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Chopard Mille Miglia limited edition chronograph. Limited to 1000 pieces with original box and
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph in Stainless Steel
By Chopard
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre-owned in very good condition Chopard Mille Miglia chronograph in stainless steel 39 mm case
Stainless Steel
2017 Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Steel & Rose Gold 158511-6001 Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2017 Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Steel & Rose Gold 158511-6001 Wristwatch
Rose Gold, Steel
2017 Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Steel & Rose Gold 158511-6002 Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2017 Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Steel & Rose Gold 158511-6002 Wristwatch
Rose Gold, Steel
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.75 in
Chopard Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber 39
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Model: Mille Miglia Chronograph Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Rubber 39 Item Number: 70724/422
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia 1288
By Chopard
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard GMT Mille Miglia Chronograph "2012 Edition" in 18k on a rubber strap with 18k tang buckle
Rose Gold
Chopard Mille Miglia 8992
By Chopard
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph in stainless steel. Auto w/ subseconds, date, chronograph and
Stainless Steel
Chopard Titanium Mille Miglia Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2000
By Chopard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chopard titanium Mille Miglia chronograph wristwatch with date on rubber strap. In original box
Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph Limited Edition Watch
By Chopard
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good Condition pre-owned Chopard Mille Miglia GMT chronograph limited edition of 2005 pieces in
Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Watch 168589-3002
By Chopard
Located in Wilmington, DE
buckle FUNCTION(S): chronograph INDICATION(S): hours and minutes, small seconds, date, chronograph
CHOPARD Stainless Steel Mille Miglia Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2010
By Chopard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chopard stainless steel Mille Miglia automatic chronograph wristwatch with 24-hour GMT function
Chopard Stainless steel Mille Miglia Elton John Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Mille Miglia Elton John Watch Model Number 16/8331-3008 100% Authentic New / Old Stock
Stainless Steel
Chopard Black Titanium Happy Mille Miglia Chronograph Men's Wristwatch 40.5MM
By Chopard
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Chopard Titanium Happy Mille Miglia in automatic self-winding chronograph movement. The watch has a
Titanium
Sold
H 0.79 in W 0.52 in
Chopard Mille Miglia Racing Colours Chronograph Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Model: Mille Miglia Racing Colours Chronograph Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Perforated Leather 42
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia REF. 158992-3001 GMT Chronograph in Stainless Steel
By Chopard
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph in stainless steel. Auto w/ subseconds, date, chronograph and
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.52 in W 1.54 in
Chopard Mille Miglia Rosso Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium and Rubber 39
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
circumference: 6.0" Designer: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia Rosso Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium and Rubber
Sold
H 0.52 in W 1.54 in
Chopard Mille Miglia Rosso Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium and Rubber 39
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
circumference: 6.0" Designer: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia Rosso Chronograph Automatic Watch Titanium and Rubber
Chopard Black Titanium Mille Miglia Chronograph 15/8915 Men's Wristwatch 39 mm
By Chopard
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Mille Miglia collection of Chopard is a fine representation of the brand's sporting spirit
Chopard Mille Miglia GMT 8992 Box and Papers Men’s Automatic Watch Chronograph
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Mille Miglia Reference #:8992. automatic-self-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Chopard Mille Miglia Elton John Blue Dial and Leather Band Chronograph Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Mille Miglia Elton John Watch Model Number 16/8331-3008 100% Authentic New / Old Stock
Stainless Steel
Chopard Mille Miglia 18k rose gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1288
By Chopard
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard GMT Mille Miglia Chronograph "2012 Edition" in 18k rose gold on a black rubber strap with
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$125,000
H 4.5 in Dm 5.75 in L 17 in
Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...
18k Gold
2017 Historical Richard Mille RM11-03 Titanium 50mm
By Richard Mille
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
RM11_03 Richard Mille Excellent condition with box and papers CALIBRE RMAC3 Skeletonised automatic movement with hours, minutes, seconds, flyback chronograph, 60-minute countdown ti...
Titanium
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
ROYAL OAK SELFWINDING "50TH ANNIVERSARY" Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k Rose Gold This 18-carat pink gold Royal Oak Selfwinding in 41 mm is endowed with the new design evolution an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$56,920
H 1.66 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Sky-Dweller 18k Yellow Gold Black Dial Automatic Watch 336238
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new 2024 card. Comes with original box and papers.
Yellow Gold
$12,450
H 1.78 in W 1.3 in L 1.78 in
18kt White Gold Franck Muller Watch Long Island 1200 CC AT Serviced Warranty
By Franck Muller
Located in San Diego, CA
18kt White Gold Franck Muller Geneve Chronograph Watch Long Island Leather Band Automatic. No. 262, 1200 CC AT Black leather watch strap, Black Face. Excellent. The case is 33 x 45 m...
18k Gold, White Gold
Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
Handaufzugs omega uhr in 18k gelbgold mit lederband und orginaler omega dornschließe cal.33,3 plexiglas uhr weisst leichte gebrauchspuren
18k Gold
Rolex Rare Day-Date Octopus Diamond Set 18048
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold 36mm rare vintage Day-Date Octopus by Rolex. Features a champagne dial set with 2 baguette cut and 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers. Complementing the dial is...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$75,270
H 0.4 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18k Gold Stick White Dial Automatic Watch 116508
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. 2022 Card. Comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can veri...
18k Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018 Model, Daytona 116505 ; Serial/Year. Current ; Case Diameter, 40mm ; Dial. Custom Diamond Dial Fixed be...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$16,877
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Gianni Versace by Donatella Versace Pink Peach Lace Evening Maxi Dress, FW 2000
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Gianni Versace ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Fabric: Peach Pink Stretch Lace, 81% Cotton, 10% Nylon, 9% Elastane ▪ Details: revers...
Guy Elia 18 Karat White Gold "Magistere Tourbillon" Skeleton Strap Watch
By Guy Ellia
Located in New York, NY
The Magistere is one of the few Guy Ellia creations with an obvious signature. The G and the E act as the bridge for the barrel and the tourbillon's cage respectively , completing ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph whitegold diamond dial Ref:116519
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into a realm of enchantment with the breathtakingly beautiful white gold Daytona, a timepiece that exudes pure elegance and captures the essence of dreams. This exquisite watch ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Christian Dior 1970s Fox Fur Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this breath taking 1970s Christian Dior fox fur coat! The most luxurious and dramatic classic fur coat in an eye catching contrasting brown fur. Beautiful stripes o...
$82,220
H 1.58 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Watch 126508
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. It comes with an original box and papers.
Yellow Gold
In 1860, a 24-year-old son of a farmer, Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836–1915), established the L.U.C. company — now known simply as Chopard, rather than by the founder’s initials — in Sonvilier, Switzerland. His initial work evolved from making mechanical movements to building the watches themselves, concentrating on making the pocket watch slimmer to carry for everyday use while also ensuring it was precise and reliable.
Early successes for Chopard included providing watches for the punctuality needs of the Swiss Railway Company. Recognizing the international market for Swiss watchmaking, Chopard traveled across Europe and Russia, with Czar Nicholas II becoming a client in 1912.
Chopard’s son, Paul-Louis, took over after Louis-Ulysse’s death in 1915 and expanded the business to La Chaux-de-Fonds. In 1937, the company relocated to the watchmaking center of Geneva, where they could mark their work with the prestigious Geneva Seal. (Paul-Louis’s son, Paul-André, took the reins in 1943.) Business thinned in the postwar years, and Paul-André’s sons declined the opportunity to take over for their father.
In 1963, Chopard was acquired by German goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III and his wife, Karin. Under their ownership, Chopard added jewelry to its offerings. The popular Happy Diamonds wristwatch debuted in 1976 — it launched a collection, which now features bracelets, rings and other items. The distinctive watch sees dozens of glittering diamonds, loosed from their settings, moving freely around the dial.
The story goes that the in-house designer Ronald Kurowski was inspired by the kinetic glimmers of sunlight on a waterfall in the Black Forest. He would then develop the innovative system for the Happy Diamonds timepiece that he hoped would essentially mimic his experience in the woods.
A young Caroline Scheufele — Karl and Karin’s daughter, who would later become copresident and artistic director — led the introduction of a Happy Diamonds jewelry line in 1985, with her design for a playful clown pendant with a belly full of jittering precious stones. Subsequent lines and accessories such as the Happy Dreams bracelet, Happy Hearts collection and the Happy Sport watches further enhanced Chopard’s range of dynamic adornment.
The Scheufele family-run company continues to be synonymous with excellence in timepieces, such as its role as the official timekeeper for the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, creating all of its movements in-house. And Chopard is constantly developing its wares, from sunglasses and fragrances to recent introductions of high-end handbags.
Find a wide range of vintage Chopard wristwatches, necklaces, rings and other jewelry 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.
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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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