Chopard Blue Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold 26mm Vintage Watch Circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Complete with all the original parts and the original Chopard watch box. Fixed with 2 closure levels for sizing range.
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Chopard Necklace or watch Box
By Chopard
Located in Braintree, GB
Chopard Necklace Box Period: Mid to late 20th century Material: Black leather exterior with cream satin interior Purpose: Storage and display of necklaces or bracelets Dimensions: 2...
Leather
Steel Chopard La Strada 8357 Ladies Wristwatch With Chopard Box
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stainless Steel Chopard La Strada 8357 Ladies Wristwatch With Chopard Box Model: La Strada Ref number: 8357 Movement: Quartz Case: Stainless steel rectangle case 23.6 mm x 34.7 t...
Steel
Gold & Steel Chopard St Moritz Automatic Wrist Watch
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Gold & Steel Chopard St Moritz Automatic Wrist Watch with Chopard Box Dial : White Movement : Mechanical With Automatic Winding Case & Strap : 18 KT Gold & Stainle...
Gold, Steel
Chopard Imperiale Men's Stainless Steel with Box and Papers
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard 36mm Imperiale model men's watch. This Chopard original watch is embroidered with symbolic royal heritage motifs.
Stainless Steel, Steel
Chopard Happy Sport – 278475-3001 – 7 Floating Diamonds – 2013 – Full Set
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
The floating diamonds add a dynamic sparkle to the clean, classic design, while the 36mm case makes it a versatile choice for any wrist. What’s Included Chopard Happy Sport 278475-3...
Chopard Black Leather Bracelet/Watch Box, 20th Century, UK Origin
Located in Braintree, GB
Period: Material: Black leather exterior with cream satin interior Purpose: Storage and display for bracelet or watch Dimensions: 26.7 x 8.8 x 5.4 cm Condition: Good; light surface...
Chopard Happy Sport Floating Diamond & Diamond Bezel Purple Leather Strap Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Luxury Women's Watch Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Sport Reference Number: 27/8952-23/11 Case Material: 18K White Gold Case Size: 34mm x 29mm Movement: Quartz Funct...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Sport 278602-6004 Ladies Watch With Box
By Chopard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 278602-6004 Ladies Watch. 29mm stainless steel case. 18K rose gold bezel with factory diamond.
Chopard Happy Diamonds Watch 18K Yellow Gold Original Box
By Chopard
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Brand: Chopard Collection: Happy Diamonds Model: 20/5060 It comes with the Original Box & Authenticity Card Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Length: 6.5 inches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Imperiale 388541-3004 Diamond Steel Ladies Watch Box & Papers
By Chopard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Chopard Imperiale 388541-3004 Diamond Steel Ladies Watch Box & Papers
Steel
Chopard Happy Sport 278582-3003 White Dial Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Chopard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 278582-3003 Ladies Watch. 36mm stainless steel case.
Chopard Mille Miglia GT XL 168457-3001 Mens Watch Box & Papers
By Chopard
Located in Great Neck, NY
Chopard Mille Miglia GT XL 168457-3001 Mens Watch. 44mm stainless steel case with stainless steel fixed bezel.
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 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Chopard Happy Sport 27/8245-23 Women’s Quartz Watch with Box and Papers
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport Reference #:27/8245-23. Chopard Happy Sport 27/8245-23 Womens Quartz Watch With Box&papers 26mm.
Chopard La Strada Diamond Yellow Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold diamond La Strada watch by Chopard. With 26 Chopard original round diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.90ct This watch comes with Chopard box ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Spirit Floating Diamond Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold and floating diamond Happy Spirit large watch by Chopard. With 3 Chopard original round diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .21ct This watch comes with Chopar...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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 stainless steel 39mm case, exhibition/ display case back and is powered by an automatic ...
Chopard Happy Sport 'Happy Diamonds' 5 x Floating Diamonds, Box & Papers
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
A cherished example, and worthy of adding to any serious watch or jewellery collection.
Chopard H Diamonds, Ref 13 / 6621, 18 Karat Gold/24 Diamonds, Box and Papers
By Chopard
Located in Canterbury, England
Our stunning Chopard H Diamonds ladies dress watch, reference 13 / 6621, features a 18k white gold case and mother of pearl dial, factory set with 24 diamonds totalling 2.99ct.
White Gold
Rare Chopard Happy Diamonds Ladies Watch, 18 Karat Gold 3.48 Carat Serviced B&P
By Chopard
Located in Greensboro, NC
In pristine condition, the watch was just serviced by Chopard and is accompanied by the Chopard Customer Service Warranty Certificate and comes in a navy-blue Chopard Geneve watch bo...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Ladies Stainless Steel Happy Sport Oval Quartz Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
New Chopard Oval Happy Sport watch with box and papers.
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Chopard Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Happy Sport Wristwatch Ref 89/8914
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
The floating fish feature 10 Rubies .15cts, 10 yellow sapphires .15cts and 10 blue sapphires .15cts. This beautiful watch has original paper work from Chopard dated April 2002 and a ...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, ...
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Rose Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k rose gold diamond Happy Sport watch by Chopard. With 7 Chopard original round diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight .21ct This watch comes with Chopard box and Chopard cert...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds, 18 Karat Solid Gold, Ladies Watch, Ref. 4097
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
Including original Chopard Box. Watch comes with certificate of authenticity.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Sport 8236 Midsize Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 8236 Ladies Watch. 32mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Watch Original Box
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch. 33.5mm 18k yellow gold case with a fixed diamond bezel. Champagne dial with gold-tone hands. Black outer dial with 7 pave floating...
Chopard Happy Sport 27/8236-23 Floating Diamonds Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 27/8236-23 Floating Diamonds Ladies Watch. 32mm Stainless Steel case.
Chopard Happy Sport Jewelry Diamonds Sapphires 18k Gold Steel 27/8251-23 + Box
By Chopard
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
BUCKLE MATERIAL: Chopard 18k 750 solid gold & stainless steel INCLUDED : Accompanied by its original Chopard box as pictured.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Steel
Sold
H 5 in W 8.5 in Dm 7 in
Certified 18k White Gold 3 Carat Diamond Chopard Mother of Pearl H Series Watch
By Chopard
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Also elevating this watch's status, it includes a collector's case consisting of a large red Chopard watch case box, velvet Chopard pouch, and a Chopard Janga game set.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Sold
H 1.42 in W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in
Chopard Happy Sport Jewelry 7 Diamonds 5 Sapphires Steel 27/8238-23 8236 Box
By Chopard
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
BUCKLE MATERIAL: Chopard stainless steel INCLUDED : Accompanied by its original Chopard box and overbox as pictured.
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Steel
Chopard Happy Sport 26mm Moon Star Diamonds 27/8250-42 Pink MOP Dial Box Papers
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
It comes complete with its original box and papers. Message or call for any inquiries.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard Happy Sport Model 27/8358-23
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
The dial is a pure white dial with blue Roman numerals and featuers date aperture at the six o'clock position. This watch comes with Chopard box and paperwork. Reference Inventory #...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Lady's White Gold Diamond Bezel Happy Sport Oval Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Movement is Battery Operated. Included with the Watch are 5 Chopard Straps, Box & Manual. The Watch is Guaranteed 100% Authentic Chopard.
18k Gold
Chopard La Strada Diamond Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare Chopard La Strada stainless steel model is designed with quartz movement, arched rectangular black dial, Arabic numeral markers, and subsidiary seconds dial. The bezel, lug...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard Happy Sport Sapphire Diamond Watch. Chopard LUC 27/8236-23
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC Happy Sport Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch ref. 27/8236-23 Stainless Steel. White dial Diamond and Sapphires Condition: Excellent Condition. Comes with original ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Patek Philippe Blue Dial Watch in 18 Karat Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A vintage Patek Philippe wristwatch crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring an elegant blue dial and integrated woven gold bracelet. Timeless and refined, this Swiss-made timepiece exe...
Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard Imperiale Stainless Steel Ladies Chronograph Watch Ref. 388378
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Chopard Imperiale Stainless Steel Ladies Chronograph Watch Ref. 388378 - Quartz. Imperiale. Stainless Steel case (31 mm). Blue dial with chronograph. Black strap band with Chopard ta...
Chopard Diamond Happy Sport Watch Ref 27/8349-23 27mm Quartz Stainless Steel
By Chopard
Located in Fairfield, CT
Chopard Diamond Happy Sport Watch Ref 27/8349-23 27mm Quartz Stainless Steel This Chopard Happy Sport watch features a square stainless steel case framed by a bezel set with round b...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard La Strada Ladies in Steel with Partial Diamond on Bezel
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chopard La Strada Ladies in Steel with Partial Diamond on Bezel, 24 mm Model: Chopard La strada Reference number: 8357 Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small seconds ...
Diamond, Steel
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...
Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard Casmir Watch
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Chopard Model: Casmir Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 24mm Bezel: Smooth 18k yellow gold Dial: White dial with gold hour and minute hands Bracelet: Stainless ste...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Italian Leather Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
An Italian dark‑green leather jewelry box with gold embossing, tan suede interior, and three removeable trays, plus base storage, circa late-20th century, Italy. Crafted in deep hunt...
Brass
Chopard 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Bark Finish Lapis Dial 1970's Wrist Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet watch by Chopard, 1970s vintage. We love when watchmaking becomes jewelry, and this wrist watch is a perfect example of such. Beautiful bar...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,900
H 0.87 in W 0.79 in
Ladies Chopard 18k White Gold Diamond Watch Rare JLC Deployment Clasp ref 8/6495
By Chopard
Located in Richmond, CA
A beautiful vintage Chopard 18K solid white gold wristwatch (reference 8/6495), with a full factory diamond bezel on a blue croco leather band, and factory paired with a Jaeger LeCou...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Sport 18 Karat Gold Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
Quartz movement. 18 Karat original Gold clasp. 100 percent original product! Including original certificate of authenticity. You will receive the watch with a new battery service.
18k Gold
Piaget Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond and Lapis stone dial Ladies Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 27 x 24 M.M 2 piece 18k Oval case, White Gold Bezel set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1.10 Carats. Caliber 9P series 17 jewel mech...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Two luxury houses joined in the 1970s to create this exquisite piece. This 1960s watch is Crafted in solid 18k 18K Yellow Gold, with a Diamond Bezel & authentic Lapis Lazuli Blu...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Chopard Happy Sport 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Ruby Watch Ref 4144
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport – Ref. 4144 An elegant and iconic Happy Sport Diamond “Snowflake” ladies’ wristwatch crafted in 18K yellow gold, showcasing the timeless sophistication of Chopard...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Brand New In Box With all Warranty Papers, Rare Collectors Watch Case : 18 Kt Solid Gold, Diameter 39.5 mm Strap :...
18k Gold
Omega Constellation Quartz Wristwatch, Gold & Steel, Diameter 24 mm
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Constellation Quartz Wristwatch, Gold & Steel, Diameter 24 mm Model: Constellation quartz Movement: Quartz Case: Gold / Steel case, Diameter 24 mm, Thickness 5 mm, The c...
White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Steel
Piaget Cocktail Watch Diamond & Sapphire Set 2504 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies Cocktail Watch crafted in white gold by Piaget. Featuring a silver dial with a white gold bezel set with 19 baguette cut sapphires and 19 baguette cut diamonds. Fitted with ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Longines Watch Art Deco Platinum Ladies Watch
By Longines
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Longines Materials: Platinum Weight: 16.1 Grams Measurement: 6" x 1/2" Gemstones: Diamonds Hallmarks: 10% irid plat A Longines watch from Art Deco era, made of platinum...
Diamond, Platinum
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Gents Tiffany & Co. Quartz Movement Wrist Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly classic Tiffany & Co. quartz movement men's wrist watch epitomizes the luxury and elegance that Tiffany is perennially associated with. It is large, measuring a full 1 1/2...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...
18k Gold
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rolex Daytona, Ref. 16520, U serial, Full Set from 1998 with Service Papers from 2008 and 2020, with original certificate. Model: 16520 Movement: Automatic Chronograph Zenith Cas...
Stainless Steel
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Seventies Chaumet Gold Ring
By Chaumet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Chaumet, France. This elegant yellow gold ring has a chic confident look. Effortlessly everyday, jewels like these quietly rocked the Paris fashion scene for de...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,655
H 7.49 in W 12.01 in D 1.78 in
Chanel 2013 Burgundy Lizard Leather & Pink Lambskin Perfect Edge Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Burgundy Lizard Leather & Dusky Pink Quilted Lambskin Large Perfect Edge Classic Single Flap Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB4694 Brand: Chanel Model: Large Perfect Edge C...
Chaumet Griffith Watch. Chaumet Griffith Elysee Diamond Ladies Watch.
By Chaumet
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Beautiful Chaumet Watch Griffith / Elysee Diamond 25mm Case. Gold and Stainless Steel. 3mm Diamond Bezel Set. Condition: New Battery. Has light scratching. Buy with confidence....
Hermès Portefeuille pochette 2010 Kelly Black Epsom Leather Wallet Clutch Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model wallet in black leather (Epsom) and silver metal (palladium), 2 large interior compartments separated by a zipped coin purse with pull tab in the Kelly padlock mot...
$6,999
Size: 31Lx3Wx13H CM Handledrop 22 CM
UNWORN VALENTINO Rare Exotic Lizard Skin Evening Crystal Clutch Bag - Full Set
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Switzerland, CH
Extremely rare and special VALENTINO evening bag Made of finest exotic lizard skin Wonderful green colors Bejeweled with Swarovski crystals, intact "Snake" opening the bag So versati...
$118,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $295, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold 90CT Burmese Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Winston Style Radiant 18KT White Gold Gorgeous Blue Burmese Sapphire Diamond Necklace consisting of Large 16 Fine Fancy...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW 68453
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68453 This Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW is a rare find. Made solely of faceted lucite beads in white, green and turquoise pastel hues join...
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.
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.