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Ebel Diamond Watch

Ebel Classic Wave Diamond Wrist Watch, MOP Dial & Diamond Bezel
Ebel Classic Wave Diamond Wrist Watch, MOP Dial & Diamond Bezel

Ebel Classic Wave Diamond Wrist Watch, MOP Dial & Diamond Bezel

By Ebel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ebel Classic Wave MOP Dial with Diamond Indexes, Stainless Steel & Diamond Bezel Movement: Quartz Condition: Excellent condition Functions: Hours, minutes Case: Stainless steel case...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel Brasilia 1976 Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Diamonds Wrist Watch
Ebel Brasilia 1976 Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Diamonds Wrist Watch

Ebel Brasilia 1976 Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Diamonds Wrist Watch

By Ebel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Ebel Brasilia 1976 Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Diamonds Wrist Watch Condition : Like New Movement: Quartz Functions : Hours and minutes.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Ebel 911 Lady Wrist Watch in Stainless Steel & Diamond Bezel
Ebel 911 Lady Wrist Watch in Stainless Steel & Diamond Bezel

Ebel 911 Lady Wrist Watch in Stainless Steel & Diamond Bezel

By Ebel

Located in Antwerp, BE

BEAUTIFUL EBEL LADY WATCH MODEL 1911 IN VERY NICE CONDITION MOVEMENT: quartz FUNCTIONS: hours, minutes; date CASE: stainless steel, satin-finished; diameter 29 mm, height 7,85 mm;...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1960s Ebel White Gold Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires
Vintage 1960s Ebel White Gold Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires

Vintage 1960s Ebel White Gold Watch with Diamonds and Sapphires

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.40 carats and Round cut Sapphires weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ebel Discovery Rare Ruby & Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Quartz Watch 139
Ebel Discovery Rare Ruby & Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Quartz Watch 139

Ebel Discovery Rare Ruby & Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Quartz Watch 139

By Ebel

Located in Miami, FL

Ebel Discovery 139 with a rare factory set ruby and diamond bezel. 28mm Ladies quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring cream Roman numeral dial with fluted bezel set with 11 natura...

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1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ebel 1911 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
Ebel 1911 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

Ebel 1911 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

By Ebel

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The Ebel 1911 watch is a stunning piece of luxury jewelry, elegantly designed and thoughtfully crafted from 18k gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Beluga 24.5mm 18K Gold Black Diamond Dial Watch
Ebel Beluga 24.5mm 18K Gold Black Diamond Dial Watch

Ebel Beluga 24.5mm 18K Gold Black Diamond Dial Watch

By Ebel Beluga

Located in Miami, FL

Ebel Beluga ladies' quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring 24.5mm case with black diamond dial and an integrated wave-pattern bracelet.

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24mm Black Dial Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24mm Black Dial Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold 24mm Black Dial Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969

By Ebel

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Ebel Model: Beluga Movement: Quartz - Battery Powered - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Case Width: 24mm (not counting the crown) Case Height: 28mm (measu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

By Ebel Beluga

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Ebel Beluga is a stunning example of Swiss craftsmanship.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Lady's Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k
Ebel Lady's Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k

Ebel Lady's Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Lady's Gold and Diamond Cocktail Wristwatch In 18k Yellow Gold.

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Late 20th Century European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Watch Bracelet Ref. 866969

By Ebel Beluga

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Ebel Model: Beluga Movement: Quartz - Battery Powered - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Case Width: 24mm (not counting the crown) Case Height: 28mm (measu...

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Ebel Diamond Yellow Gold Swiss Watch
Ebel Diamond Yellow Gold Swiss Watch

Ebel Diamond Yellow Gold Swiss Watch

Located in New York, NY

This is a fabulous 18k yellow gold diamond Ebel women's Swiss watch. The watch features black dial with gold bars time markers and diamond accent.

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ebel Sports Classic 41mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch
Ebel Sports Classic 41mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch

Ebel Sports Classic 41mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch

By Ebel

Located in South Pasadena, CA

A distinguished Ebel watch crafted in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold.

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

14K Gold EBEL Art Deco Watch with 0.11ct Diamond Accents, USA 1980
14K Gold EBEL Art Deco Watch with 0.11ct Diamond Accents, USA 1980

14K Gold EBEL Art Deco Watch with 0.11ct Diamond Accents, USA 1980

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This elegant EBEL watch is crafted in 14K gold and features a sophisticated design highlighted by a distinctive, decorative top.

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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Ebel 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch
Ebel 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch

Ebel 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch

By Ebel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Gold: 18 karat white gold. Signed Ebel 18K 750 64417 Diamonds: 0,70ct. colour: D-E-F clarity: VVS Vintage Mechanical Movement Weight: 40,52 gr.

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Authentic Ladies Ebel Beluga Steel Diamond Quartz Watch
Authentic Ladies Ebel Beluga Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

Authentic Ladies Ebel Beluga Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Brand Ebel Model Beluga E9057A28-10 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel & Diamonds Bracelet / Strap Material Leather Clasp / Buckl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Authentic Ladies Ebel Sport Wave Steel Diamond Quartz Watch
Authentic Ladies Ebel Sport Wave Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

Authentic Ladies Ebel Sport Wave Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Brand Ebel Model Ebel Sport Wave 9157115 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-Owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Stainless Steel Clasp / Buck...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Ladies' Ebel 9003F14 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch
Ladies' Ebel 9003F14 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

Ladies' Ebel 9003F14 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

It has original Ebel crown but from a different model. This watch is set with 42 diamonds of F-G color 32/24 cut weighting 0.262 carat.

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2010s Unknown Wrist Watches

Ladies Ebel 9157F11 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch
Ladies Ebel 9157F11 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

Ladies Ebel 9157F11 Quartz Steel Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Brand Ebel Model 9157F11 Gender Ladies Condition New store display Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Stainless Steel Clasp / Buckle Mat...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Ebel Midnight Moonchich White Gold and Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 3157H29
Ebel Midnight Moonchich White Gold and Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 3157H29

Ebel Midnight Moonchich White Gold and Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch 3157H29

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Midnight Moonchic Ladies Watch Model Number: 3157H29 100% Authentic New / Old Stock Comes with original Ebel box, warranty and instruction manual 18 Karat White Gold Bezel...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Ebel Satya Yellow God and Diamond Ladies Watch 8057B11 New with Box
Ebel Satya Yellow God and Diamond Ladies Watch 8057B11 New with Box

Ebel Satya Yellow God and Diamond Ladies Watch 8057B11 New with Box

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Satya Ladies Watch Model Number: 1209151 or 8057B28/991085 100% AUTHENTIC Brand New / Old Stock with original Tag Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card, and in...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

New Authentic Ladies Ebel Tarawa Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Quartz Watch
New Authentic Ladies Ebel Tarawa Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Quartz Watch

New Authentic Ladies Ebel Tarawa Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Quartz Watch

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Brand Ebel Model Tarawa E9656J21 Gender Ladies Condition New store display Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Stainless Steel Clasp / Buc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Ebel 1911 Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Mother of Pearl Ladies Watch 890910
Ebel 1911 Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Mother of Pearl Ladies Watch 890910

Ebel 1911 Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Mother of Pearl Ladies Watch 890910

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Ebel 1911 Ladies Watch Model Number: 890910 100% Authentic Brand New / Old Stock Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card and instruction manual 18 Karat Yellow...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Beluga 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bezel Swiss Quartz Ladies Watch E3057B1
Ebel Beluga 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bezel Swiss Quartz Ladies Watch E3057B1

Ebel Beluga 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bezel Swiss Quartz Ladies Watch E3057B1

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Ebel Band Color: White Gold Gender: Women's Case Size: Not Specified MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 12mm Features: Diamond Accent, Diamond Bezel, Diamond Dial, Gold Bezel, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Beluga Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel and Dial Watch
Ebel Beluga Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel and Dial Watch

Ebel Beluga Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel and Dial Watch

By Ebel Beluga

Located in New York, NY

This watch features a polished stainless steel case and bracelet dazzling diamonds set on the bezel, Mother-of-Pearl design dial set with yellow gold tone hand indicators.Scratch Res...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch

Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch

By Ebel

Located in Chicago, IL

Brand new, never worn, Lady's Ebel Beluga Grande Steel Diamond Bracelet Watch, quartz movement, silver dial, blue hands, date window, deployant clasp, 36 full cut round diamonds on c...

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel 1911 Ladies Wristwatch – 18K Yellow Gold  Quartz  Leather Strap  879901
Ebel 1911 Ladies Wristwatch – 18K Yellow Gold  Quartz  Leather Strap  879901

Ebel 1911 Ladies Wristwatch – 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Leather Strap 879901

By Ebel

Located in Berlin, DE

Timeless elegance – the Ebel 1911 ladies’ watch combines luxurious materials with clean lines and subtle sophistication. The case is crafted from solid 18K yellow gold and measures 2...

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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ebel 1911 Stainless Steel Silver Diamond Dial Ladies Bracelet Watch 9090211
Ebel 1911 Stainless Steel Silver Diamond Dial Ladies Bracelet Watch 9090211

Ebel 1911 Stainless Steel Silver Diamond Dial Ladies Bracelet Watch 9090211

Located in New York, NY

Ebel 1911 Ladies Watch Model Number: 9090211/16865P 100% Authentic Brand New (Old Stock) Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card, and instruction manual Stainless Steel Case...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New
Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch Model Number: 3157H29 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card and instruction man...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New
Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch 3157H29 New

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Midnight Moonchic White Gold Diamond Leather Band Ladies Watch Model Number: 3157H29 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card and instruction man...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Ebel Vanua White Gold & Pave Pink and White Diamond Case & Bracelet Lady's Watch
Ebel Vanua White Gold & Pave Pink and White Diamond Case & Bracelet Lady's Watch

Ebel Vanua White Gold & Pave Pink and White Diamond Case & Bracelet Lady's Watch

Located in New York, NY

See pictures) Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card, and instruction manual 18 Karat White Gold Case and Bracelet Watch weight: 96.4gr Bezel, Case and Bracelet set with Ebe...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel 18k Gold Bezel Mother Of Pearl Diamond Watch
Ebel 18k Gold Bezel Mother Of Pearl Diamond Watch

Ebel 18k Gold Bezel Mother Of Pearl Diamond Watch

By Ebel

Located in San Fernando, CA

EBEL Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Bezel 2 tone Mother of pearl Dial Diamond Markers Approx.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel Wave Pave Diamond Dial & Bezel Steel & Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch 1216285
Ebel Wave Pave Diamond Dial & Bezel Steel & Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch 1216285

Ebel Wave Pave Diamond Dial & Bezel Steel & Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch 1216285

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Wave Ladies Watch Model Number: 1216285 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card and instruction manual 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Case &...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ebel Wave Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and Bezel Steel Ladies Watch 1216270
Ebel Wave Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and Bezel Steel Ladies Watch 1216270

Ebel Wave Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and Bezel Steel Ladies Watch 1216270

Located in New York, NY

Ebel Wave Ladies Watch Model Number: 1216270 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with original Ebel box, warranty card and instruction manual Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet Mother ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Beluga Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
Ebel Beluga Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

Ebel Beluga Diamond Dial Ladies Watch

By Ebel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Ebel MPN: 9157421 Model: Beluga Case Material" Stainless steel Case Diameter: 27mm Crystal: Scratch resistant sapphire Bezel: Smooth stainless steel bezel Dial: Mother of pear...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel

diamond and Gold watch by Ebel
diamond and Gold watch by Ebel

diamond and Gold watch by Ebel

By Ebel

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A stylish ladies 18k wristwatch by Ebel. The graduated reeded band supporting and oval watch face surrounded a diamond bezel made up of approximately 2.60cts of full-cut white diamon...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Ebel Beluga Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch
Ebel Beluga Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

Ebel Beluga Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

By Ebel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Ebel Style: Beluga MPN: 866969 Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 24mm Bezel: Fixed, 18k Yellow Gold diamond bezel Dial: White mother of pearl dial with diamond mar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wrist Watch
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wrist Watch

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Wrist Watch

By Ebel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Ebel Beluga collection wristwatch in 18k yellow gold with a pave-set diamond bezel. Quartz Movement. Mother-of-pearl dial with diamonds set in place of numerals. Reverse of case mark...

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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Ebel Beluga Yellow Gold Watch 24mm
Ebel Beluga Yellow Gold Watch 24mm

Ebel Beluga Yellow Gold Watch 24mm

By Ebel

Located in North Miami Beach, FL

This is a beautiful ladies wrist watch by Ebel in the Beluga design. The case and fancy link band is crafted from 18k yellow gold, white face with diamond hourmarkers and diamond be...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ebel Yellow Gold 1911 Quartz Watch
Ebel Yellow Gold 1911 Quartz Watch

Ebel Yellow Gold 1911 Quartz Watch

By Ebel

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Pre-owned Ebel 1911 quartz watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with factory diamond bezel and dial on dual finish gold bracelet with folding clasp.

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

EBEL Steel, Gold and Diamond Midsize Watch with Date
EBEL Steel, Gold and Diamond Midsize Watch with Date

EBEL Steel, Gold and Diamond Midsize Watch with Date

By Ebel

Located in Dallas, TX

Ebel 1911 Stainless Steel, Gold and Diamond Midsize Wristwatch, Ref. 1087911, with quartz movement. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold and diamond bezel (33mm diameter). Blac...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

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Ebel Diamond Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the ebel diamond watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 50 vintage editions and 38 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ebel diamond watch among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic ebel diamond watch over the years, but those made by Ebel and Ebel Beluga are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a ebel diamond watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. 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 brilliant cut and single cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a ebel diamond watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Ebel Diamond Watch?

On average, a ebel diamond watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,800, while they’re typically $630 on the low end and $498,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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