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Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k
Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k

Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k

By Piaget

Located in Wailea, HI

Vintage Piaget Watch Automatic Circa 1970's in 18k A refined example of Piaget’s timeless craftsmanship, this 1970’s Piaget automatic wristwatch embodies understated elegance and Swi...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 4953
Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 4953

Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 4953

By Girard Perregaux

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Girard Perregaux Band Color: Black Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 20mm Features: Arabic Numerals, Date Indicator, Moon Phase, Sapphire Cr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Montblanc Profile Elegance
Montblanc Profile Elegance

Montblanc Profile Elegance

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W 0.93 in L 1.38 in

Montblanc Profile Elegance

By Montblanc

Located in Greenwich, CT

Pre-owned Lady’s Montblanc Profile Elegance, stainless steel 23.5x 35 mm case, with diamonds on the bezel, white mother of pearl dial with Roman numeral and dots hour markers, quartz...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel

Michele Elegance CSX Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Ladies Watch MWW03T000042
Michele Elegance CSX Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Ladies Watch MWW03T000042

Michele Elegance CSX Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Ladies Watch MWW03T000042

By Michele

Located in New York, NY

Minor scratches on the gold-tone part. Comes with original Box and Papers. Covered By 1-year Chronostore Warranty. Details SKU: 012380/ Vintage: No/ Customized: No/ With Original P...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch
Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch

Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Dallas, TX

Girard Perregaux yellow gold Classic Elegance moonphase wristwatch, Ref. 49530-0-51-1112, with automatic movement. 18k yellow gold case (40mm diameter). Silvered dial with gold marke...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch
Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch

Girard Perregaux Yellow Gold Classic Elegance Moonphase Wristwatch

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Dallas, TX

Girard Perregaux 18k yellow gold Classic Elegance Moonphase wristwatch, Ref. 49530-0-51-1112, with automatic movement, date and moonphase. 18k yellow gold case (40mm diameter). Silve...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance 47620-0-52-111, Silver Dial
Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance 47620-0-52-111, Silver Dial

Girard Perregaux Classic Elegance 47620-0-52-111, Silver Dial

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Miami, FL

Girard Perragaux Classic Elegance Reference #: 47620-0-52-111. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Rose Gold Silver 34 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Girard Perragaux Classic Elegance 8039, White Dial, Certified
Girard Perragaux Classic Elegance 8039, White Dial, Certified

Girard Perragaux Classic Elegance 8039, White Dial, Certified

By Girard Perragaux

Located in Miami, FL

Girard Perragaux Classic Elegance Reference #: 8039. Womens Automatic Self Wind Watch White Gold White 28 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Girard-Perregaux White Gold Classique Elegance 1966 Triple Calendar Wristwatch

Girard-Perregaux White Gold Classique Elegance 1966 Triple Calendar Wristwatch

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Greenwich, CT

Girard-Perregaux 18k white gold Classique Elegance 1966 triple calendar moonphase wristwatch Ref. 49535, featuring the GP Caliber GP033M0 automatic movement, silvered dial with appli...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

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Located in Stamford, CT

1960's Piaget ladies yellow Gold ribbed wristwatch is a testament to timeless elegance and sophisticated craftsmanship. Crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite timepiece...

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By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Piaget 32mm face Model #13427 A4 Automatic movement Circa 1980s

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By Piaget

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Piaget Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Automatic / Reference 12447 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 3...

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Located in New York, NY

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By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

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By Piaget

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Piaget Protocole Ref 9154 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial An elegant vintage Piaget Protocole wristwatch from the 1980s, crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcas...

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Located in PARIS, FR

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in Zurich, CH

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Elegance Swiss Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate elegance swiss watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, stainless steel and 18k gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 173 vintage or 202 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a elegance swiss watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing elegance swiss watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rolex, Cartier and Patek Philippe each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any elegance swiss watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 50 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and baguette cut versions for sale. Most of our elegance swiss watch for sale are for women, but there are 170 pieces available to browse for men.

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The price for a elegance swiss watch starts at $102 and tops out at $550,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $10,632.

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