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1940s Nastix 14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet
1940s Nastix 14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet

1940s Nastix 14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet

Located in Towson, MD

This circa 1940s Nastix 14 karat rose gold covered watch bracelet pairs a hidden manual wind timepiece with a ruby and diamond crescent motif, a hallmark of the retro era's ingenious...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 7.50ct Diamond Hamilton Cover Watch Bracelet
Vintage 7.50ct Diamond Hamilton Cover Watch Bracelet

Vintage 7.50ct Diamond Hamilton Cover Watch Bracelet

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

This is a lovely platinum diamond cover watch bracelet from the 1950s. The watch bracelet is set with sparkling baguette, pear, marquise and round cut diamonds that weigh approximate...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Omega Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hand Engraved Covered Watch
Vintage Omega Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hand Engraved Covered Watch

Vintage Omega Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hand Engraved Covered Watch

By Omega

Located in Miami, FL

There are two gleaming, bezel set, round  cut, genuine diamonds, on the front portion of the watch cover.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Open Link Watch
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Open Link Watch

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Open Link Watch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Very special item designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, this is a ropetwist gold and diamond open link bracelet watch. Designed with graduating twist rope segments whith the center section...

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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch
Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch

Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Enhance your collection with this elegant watch crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring a rectangular shape and manual movement. The champagne dial is adorned with Arabic numerals, of...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Le Courie 14kt White Gold, Diamond and Black and White Pearl Covered Watch
Le Courie 14kt White Gold, Diamond and Black and White Pearl Covered Watch

Le Courie 14kt White Gold, Diamond and Black and White Pearl Covered Watch

Located in New York, NY

Crafted in 14k white gold, this vintage piece is adorned with a striking combination of black and white pearls—with the white pearls measuring 7 by 7.5 mm—and approximately 2.5 carat...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Covered Wristwatch, 18k Gold, French, Circa 1930s
Emerald and Diamond Covered Wristwatch, 18k Gold, French, Circa 1930s

Emerald and Diamond Covered Wristwatch, 18k Gold, French, Circa 1930s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This Emerald covered watch is set with fifteen round cut Emeralds, two cabochon Emeralds and ten round cut Diamonds.

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s
Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s

Late Deco, 0.45ct Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Watch, c.1920s

Located in London, GB

This exuberant Late Deco cocktail watch is crafted in 18 carat yellow gold. A total of 0.45 carat round rubies and 0.25 carat in eight cut diamonds adorn the watch face cover creatin...

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

12 Carat Vintage Estate Hamilton Platinum Baguette Marquise Round Diamond Watch
12 Carat Vintage Estate Hamilton Platinum Baguette Marquise Round Diamond Watch

12 Carat Vintage Estate Hamilton Platinum Baguette Marquise Round Diamond Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Chicago, IL

The case measures 19.7 mm wide and houses a classic hand-winding movement, beautifully concealed beneath a diamond-set cover. The watch is set with a total of 12 carats of fine diam...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Benkin Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Benkin Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Benkin Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Located in Riverdale, NY

Elegant Retro cocktail bracelet in white gold and diamonds with covered watch. Cover has a center cluster of diamonds in a ribbed circle with pave diamond leaves on each side.

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Covered Bracelet Watch with Diamonds
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Covered Bracelet Watch with Diamonds

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Covered Bracelet Watch with Diamonds

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Covered Bracelet Watch with Diamonds This exquisite vintage 18k yellow gold bracelet watch features a concealed rectangular Geneva Swiss mechanical timepiece...

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Vintage 1960s Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau French Snake Bracelet Covered Dial Watch
Art Nouveau French Snake Bracelet Covered Dial Watch

Art Nouveau French Snake Bracelet Covered Dial Watch

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: 1910-1919 Provenance: France Circumference: 18 cm Weight: 126 gr Il bracciale in oro 18 carati è stato realizzato tra il 1910 e il 1919, in perfetto stile Art Nouveau, un mo...

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Watch
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Watch

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cover Watch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This extravagant cover watch bracelet is 14 karat yellow gold with 12 round diamonds weighing approximately 1.12ct total weight.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

OMEGA Lady's Platinum and Diamond Concealed-Dial Watch
OMEGA Lady's Platinum and Diamond Concealed-Dial Watch

OMEGA Lady's Platinum and Diamond Concealed-Dial Watch

By Omega

Located in Boston, MA

Lady's Omega platinum, diamond covered watch with double row diamond bracelet and cover with round diamond center.

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Retro Diamond Gold Cover Watch
Retro Diamond Gold Cover Watch

Retro Diamond Gold Cover Watch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Single cut Diamonds set in white gold designs on the cover and on the half dome push button add dazzle to the watch.

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Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Geneve Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Bracelet Cover Watch
Geneve Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Bracelet Cover Watch

Geneve Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Bracelet Cover Watch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning 14K yellow and white gold flexible bangle vintage Geneve cover watch circa 1960's. It has a P. Buhre 17 jewel Swiss movement and is set with 119 brilliant cut diamonds with...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond, Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch Bangle
Vintage Diamond, Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch Bangle

Vintage Diamond, Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch Bangle

Located in Pleasant Hill, CA

The 14k yellow gold tapering buckle style hinged bangle 27 mm to 30 mm, hand engraved throughout with floral motifs, featuring a covered watch, with a silvered rectangular dial (disc...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18 Karat, circa 1950s
Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18 Karat, circa 1950s

Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18 Karat, circa 1950s

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Wailea, HI

Jaeger-Le Coultre Diamond Cover Watch in 18k Circa 1950's Twenty Two Single Cut Diamonds weighing .45 carats approximately [fine color and clarity] A Feminine Design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mario Buccellati 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet with White Round Diamond Cover Watch
Mario Buccellati 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet with White Round Diamond Cover Watch

Mario Buccellati 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet with White Round Diamond Cover Watch

By Mario Buccellati

Located in Montgomery, AL

Mario Buccellati 14k Solid Gold And White Diamond Watch Fits 6-6.5 Inch wrist 40.3 Grams 14mm Wide 26 Round White Brilliant Cut Diamonds Color: E Clarity: VS

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Charlton Lady's Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Bracelet Watch
Charlton Lady's Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Bracelet Watch

Charlton Lady's Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Bracelet Watch

Located in New York, NY

An American Art Deco platinum and diamond covered watch bracelet by Charlton & Co. The 2.75 carat antique cushion-cut diamond, VVS-2 clarity, E color, functions as the focal point of...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Diamond Evening Watch with Diamond Cover by Hamilton
Ladies Diamond Evening Watch with Diamond Cover by Hamilton

Ladies Diamond Evening Watch with Diamond Cover by Hamilton

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The perfect evening watch that looks like a bracelet, yet allows the wearer to tell the time. This elegant diamond watch containing 6 carats in diamonds set in 14k white gold. Made...

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Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Incredible Floral Turquoise Diamond Covered Gold Watch Bracelet
Incredible Floral Turquoise Diamond Covered Gold Watch Bracelet

Incredible Floral Turquoise Diamond Covered Gold Watch Bracelet

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Inside bangle measures 6 1/4"
Marked MD 18k
Length of floral area 2" by 1 1/4"

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Piaget Vintage Ladies Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Covered Mesh Watch
Piaget Vintage Ladies Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Covered Mesh Watch

Piaget Vintage Ladies Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Covered Mesh Watch

By Piaget

Located in Miami, FL

An exceptional and rare vintage Piaget ladies' timepiece, beautifully crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, with a substantial weight of 99.1 grams. This elegant watch features a hidden,...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Retro Ruby Diamond Rose and Yellow Gold Flip Top Covered Watch
Retro Ruby Diamond Rose and Yellow Gold Flip Top Covered Watch

Retro Ruby Diamond Rose and Yellow Gold Flip Top Covered Watch

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The top of the watch where the diamonds are is set in platinum and of course lots of rubies.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French 18k Gold 3.25ctw Rose Cut Diamond Covered Pocket Watch Pendant
Antique French 18k Gold 3.25ctw Rose Cut Diamond Covered Pocket Watch Pendant

Antique French 18k Gold 3.25ctw Rose Cut Diamond Covered Pocket Watch Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have an absolutely gorgeous, antique, French-made pocket watch pendant featuring a solid 18k rose gold case that's completely covered with old rose cut diamonds that are pave...

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Antique 1870s French Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro Covered Ladies White Gold Diamond Ruby Evening Dress Watch by Altair
Retro Covered Ladies White Gold Diamond Ruby Evening Dress Watch by Altair

Retro Covered Ladies White Gold Diamond Ruby Evening Dress Watch by Altair

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Stunning evening ladies dress watch from the Retro period, It looks like a bracelet, but when you open the flap and you have the time. This 1940s wristwatch by Altair is 14k white ...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Ebel 18K Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Watch Nugget Finish With 3Ct Side Diamond
Ebel 18K Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Watch Nugget Finish With 3Ct Side Diamond

Ebel 18K Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Watch Nugget Finish With 3Ct Side Diamond

By Ebel

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The band, made of mix material 18k gold, is adorned with approximately 3.0 carats of round white diamonds, graded G in color and VS1 in clarity. The design is a statement of eleganc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Blancpain Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch
Blancpain Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

Blancpain Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

By Blancpain

Located in Stamford, CT

1932 Pegasus movement modified by Blancpain for this hinged, covered all-diamond, extra high-grade watch. Blancpain original dial.

Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Covered Wristwatch
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Covered Wristwatch

Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Covered Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Miami, FL

This collectable Art Deco luxury Omega watch in solid platinum. The watch face cover is adorned with 5 graduated round-faceted diamonds within a 19 calibrated genuine royal blue sapp...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Omega Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch
Omega Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

Omega Lady's Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Miami, FL

The watch is covered by 141 genuine Round cut dazzling Diamonds approx: 8.46 F-G color VVS clarity, prong set, and 55 genuine Baggets cut Diamonds approx: 4.64 cttw, F-G color, VS c...

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Vintage 1950s Retro Wrist Watches

Platinum Diamond Ladies Art Deco Covered manual Wristwatch
Platinum Diamond Ladies Art Deco Covered manual Wristwatch

Platinum Diamond Ladies Art Deco Covered manual Wristwatch

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The cover of the watch is covered in Diamonds and easily flips open to tell the time.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Ladies Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Covered Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Covered Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Covered Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Stamford, CT

Vintage 1950's ladies Rolex covered watch with bright red genuine rubies and sparkly full cut diamonds in 18k rose gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

John Rubel Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Covered Wristwatch
John Rubel Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Covered Wristwatch

John Rubel Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Covered Wristwatch

Located in New York, NY

A Retro covered gold bracelet watch on a brick-link strap with a shuttered face flanked by circular ruby and diamond embellishment, in 18K.

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet manual Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet manual Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960s Rolex ladies Covered Bracelet Watch, 18K Yellow Gold Signed Rolex Case with a White Gold Hinged Cover set with Fine color Round Brilliant cut Diamonds Totaling 1.25 Carat...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.85 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Ladies Covered Wristwatch
1.85 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Ladies Covered Wristwatch

1.85 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Ladies Covered Wristwatch

Located in Stamford, CT

1940's Vintage Retro Asymmetrical covered wristwatch in 14k rose gold with a double snake chain band in Rose Gold. 19 round diamonds with 33 natural round accent rubies. 6 3/8 Inches...

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Baume + Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch
Baume + Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch

Baume + Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's hand textured 14k gold covered ladies watch with diamond accents set in 14k yellow gold 32 diamonds, approx. .75cts Length: 31.62mm Width: 18.05mm Band width at case: 15.05m...

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch
Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch

Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's Bombe link domed and textured wristwatch with accent diamonds. Hidden built in catch and center covered watch.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Moba Diamond Florentine Finish Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet
1960s Moba Diamond Florentine Finish Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet

1960s Moba Diamond Florentine Finish Gold Covered Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th century 14k yellow gold watch with a diagonal row of 9 x .01 c. each single cut diamonds for an approximate total weight of .09 carats.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mid-20th Century Diamond Covered Woven Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet
Mid-20th Century Diamond Covered Woven Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet

Mid-20th Century Diamond Covered Woven Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Elegant covered 14k yellow gold woven ladies watch with 9 prong set diamonds going in a line from top to bottom.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Retro Gold and Diamond Watch

Jaeger-LeCoultre Retro Gold and Diamond Watch

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold and diamond covered bracelet watch with an illuminated black face, in 18k.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Watch/Bracelet
Rolex Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Watch/Bracelet

Rolex Retro Diamond and Rose Gold Watch/Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A Swiss Retro 18 karat rose gold bracelet covered watch with diamonds by Rolex. The hinged watch cover has 13 round-cut diamonds that are “serti étoilé” set and have an approximate t...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tilbury Ladies Yellow Gold Covered Braided Tassel mechanical Wristwatch, 1950s
Tilbury Ladies Yellow Gold Covered Braided Tassel mechanical Wristwatch, 1950s

Tilbury Ladies Yellow Gold Covered Braided Tassel mechanical Wristwatch, 1950s

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Tilbury 17 jewel Incabloc Swiss ladies wrist watches hidden under a florentine finished 14k gold cover with a diamond accent and a rope edge that terminates with a tassel.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 20/7061-20
Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 20/7061-20

Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Watch 20/7061-20

By Chopard

Located in Southampton, PA

A stunning array of diamonds cover the watch face almost in its entirety - you’ll also find a singular diamond suspended in the watch’s center ring.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Declaration Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Cartier Yellow Gold Declaration Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Cartier Yellow Gold Declaration Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The gold diamond links cover the watch and can be seperated to see the time.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Titanium

Retro Modern Ruby and Diamond Covered Bracelet Watch
Retro Modern Ruby and Diamond Covered Bracelet Watch

Retro Modern Ruby and Diamond Covered Bracelet Watch

By Lucien Piccard

Located in Bethesda, MD

A classic example of retro-modern style. This ruby and diamonds 14 karat pink and yellow gold Lucien Piccard bracelt is 6½ long and 1⅛ wide at it widesy point. 82.5gr

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique 2.30 carat diamond 18k yellow gold silver covered pocket watch pendant
Antique 2.30 carat diamond 18k yellow gold silver covered pocket watch pendant

Antique 2.30 carat diamond 18k yellow gold silver covered pocket watch pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This exquisite antique 1870s watch pendant features 2.30 carats of shimmering rose cut diamonds surrounding a manual movement timepiece, blending functionality with timeless elegance...

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Retro Trabert and Hoeffer Mauboussin Gold and Sapphire Covered Bracelet Watch
Retro Trabert and Hoeffer Mauboussin Gold and Sapphire Covered Bracelet Watch

Retro Trabert and Hoeffer Mauboussin Gold and Sapphire Covered Bracelet Watch

By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin

Located in New York, NY

A Retro gold and channel-set sapphire bracelet watch of overlapping scrolled design with diamond embellishment, in 14k. Atw 0.40 ct. single cut diamonds; approximately 5.00 cts. tw ...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Midcentury Ladies Hamilton White Gold and Diamond Cover Watch
Midcentury Ladies Hamilton White Gold and Diamond Cover Watch

Midcentury Ladies Hamilton White Gold and Diamond Cover Watch

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Absolutely iconic Hamilton diamond cover watch. These lovely creations graced the arms of a great number of ladies during the 1950's and 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch
1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch

1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch

By Omega

Located in Miami, FL

Anchoring the center of this piece is a hidden Omega watch with an Ivory dial and markers adorned with a Diamond cover of the Floral motif original omega mechanical.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet 18K Gold and Platinum
Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet 18K Gold and Platinum

Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet 18K Gold and Platinum

Located in New York, NY

This fabulous 18 Karat gold chain mail vintage bracelet features a covered watch adorned with 24 pear-shape rubies of exceptional quality and 9 round brilliant diamonds.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Longines Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch
Longines Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

Longines Platinum Diamond Covered Wristwatch

By Longines

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This gorgeous Diamond covered watch is exploding with Diamonds a total of over 7 carats, G-H color and VS clarity.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

1970s Classic Diamond Ebel Ladies Gold Cover Watch Bracelet
1970s Classic Diamond Ebel Ladies Gold Cover Watch Bracelet

1970s Classic Diamond Ebel Ladies Gold Cover Watch Bracelet

By Ebel

Located in Miami, FL

This vintage 1970s Eel ladies cover watch with diamonds is immaculately crafted in solid 18K yellow gold.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond, Ruby & Gold Cover Watch Bracelet – '40s
Retro Diamond, Ruby & Gold Cover Watch Bracelet – '40s

Retro Diamond, Ruby & Gold Cover Watch Bracelet – '40s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

A stunning example of 1940s retro glamour, this convertible jewelry watch features a concealed dial hidden beneath a sculptural fan-motif cover.

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch
Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch

Omega Ladies Gold Platinum Diamond Pearl and Enamel Covered Bracelet Watch

By Omega

Located in Chicago, IL

A 17 Jewel manual Back wind Movement within an 18K Yellow Gold concealed case with Cobalt Blue Enamel flip cover, both sides of the watch case are set with Baguette Diamonds in Plati...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Rolex 1950s Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Covered Surprise Cuff Bracelet Watch
Rolex 1950s Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Covered Surprise Cuff Bracelet Watch

Rolex 1950s Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Covered Surprise Cuff Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa mid to late 1950s Rolex precision Ladies Cuff Bracelet Watch, a rare and unusual Rolex watch, all in 18k Yellow Gold, the top in the form of a Flower measuring 1 1/4 inches in...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Lady's Diamond Buckle Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch
Lady's Diamond Buckle Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch

Lady's Diamond Buckle Yellow Gold Covered Wristwatch

Located in Stamford, CT

Even new watch warranties do not cover watch cases, bands or misuse.

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Ladies Covered Diamond Platinum Cocktail Dress Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Covered Diamond Platinum Cocktail Dress Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Covered Diamond Platinum Cocktail Dress Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Impressive ladies covered cocktail watch made of platinum and diamonds by the Hamilton Watch Co.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Girard Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch with Flip Cover, 1940s
Girard Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch with Flip Cover, 1940s

Girard Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch with Flip Cover, 1940s

Located in Birmingham, AL

This 1940s Girard wrist watch is made in 14k rose gold with a flip down face cover.

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch
Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch

Goldie Lady's Yellow Gold Bombe Diamond Bracelet Hinged Covered Wristwatch

Located in Stamford, CT

Hidden built in catch and center covered watch. The 18k yellow gold lid hinges open to show the 14k Goldie watch.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet Wristwatch Ref 3266/80
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet Wristwatch Ref 3266/80

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Covered Bracelet Wristwatch Ref 3266/80

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960s Patek Philippe Reference 3266/80 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Covered Wrist watch. Measuring 6 1/2 inch in length with a Signed Patek Philippe Bracelet that tapers in width fro...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Retro Diamond Ruby Pink Gold and Platinum Watch
Cartier Paris Retro Diamond Ruby Pink Gold and Platinum Watch

Cartier Paris Retro Diamond Ruby Pink Gold and Platinum Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A French Retro 18 karat pink gold- and platinum-covered watch with diamonds and rubies by Cartier Paris.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Diamonds and Rubies Covered Ring Watch
Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Diamonds and Rubies Covered Ring Watch

Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold Diamonds and Rubies Covered Ring Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1960 Rare Movado for Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Surprise Ring Watch, the hinged cocktail Ring top measures 3/4 inch in diameter slightly domed with 3 rows of a woven Rop...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940's Covered Watch Bracelet 14KT Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond
1940's Covered Watch Bracelet 14KT Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond

1940's Covered Watch Bracelet 14KT Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond

Located in New York, NY

Bold 1940's "coil" bracelet of flexible 14KT gold, the center as a bow with diamond and ruby ends, and the domed watch cover decoration as ruby flowers with diamond centers and sapph...

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

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Diamond Cover Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact diamond cover watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 77 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond cover watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A diamond cover watch from Omega, Rolex and Hamilton — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and marquise cut versions for sale. When shopping for a diamond cover watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Diamond Cover Watch?

Prices for a diamond cover watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,195.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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.

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