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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular rf.6009
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular rf.6009

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular rf.6009

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Berlin, BE

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular Experience a unique take on the iconic Royal Oak with this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch
Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

Men's Vintage Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Palm Desert, CA

, refined design that reflects the understated elegance of mid-century Omega timepieces. The rectangular

Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet YG Rectangular Manual Onyx Diamond 22mm
Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet YG Rectangular Manual Onyx Diamond 22mm

Vintage 1980s Audemars Piguet YG Rectangular Manual Onyx Diamond 22mm

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

horological history. This rectangular reference is a study in high-contrast luxury, featuring a deep black

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 6009ST Vintage Midsize Mens Rectangular
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 6009ST Vintage Midsize Mens Rectangular

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 6009ST Vintage Midsize Mens Rectangular

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Suwanee, GA

. AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK Ref. 6009ST Vintage Midsize Mens Rectangular Watch -Stainless Steel Beautiful

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Small Rectangular 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bucherer Automatic Swiss Watch
Small Rectangular 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bucherer Automatic Swiss Watch

Small Rectangular 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Bucherer Automatic Swiss Watch

By Bucherer

Located in Sewickley, PA

refined and compact design. The rectangular case, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, measures 23mm long by

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Oris Automatic Rectangular Miles Complication Moonphase Diamond Watch
New Oris Automatic Rectangular Miles Complication Moonphase Diamond Watch

New Oris Automatic Rectangular Miles Complication Moonphase Diamond Watch

By Oris

Located in Antwerp, BE

New Oris Automatic Rechtangular Miles Complication Mother pf Pearl Dial , Moonphase Diamond Watch, Full Set Ref. number: 581 7528 49 61 LB Movement: mechanical with automatic windi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

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‏Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap
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‏Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap

. ‏Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap

By Omega

Located in Tel Aviv, IL

Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap For sale is a classic vintage

Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1951 Audemars Piguet 18K YG Rectangular Manual Cal. 9ML 27mm
Vintage 1951 Audemars Piguet 18K YG Rectangular Manual Cal. 9ML 27mm

Vintage 1951 Audemars Piguet 18K YG Rectangular Manual Cal. 9ML 27mm

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

the brand's reputation for elegance. This rectangular 18k yellow gold case is an example of the

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular
1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular

1930's Movado Elliptica Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular

By Movado

Located in Suwanee, GA

. 1930's MOVADO ELLIPTICA Mens Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Large Rectangular - New Old Stock with Box

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Longines 14k Yellow Gold 22mm Mechanical Rectangular Fancy Lug Watch
Vintage Longines 14k Yellow Gold 22mm Mechanical Rectangular Fancy Lug Watch

Vintage Longines 14k Yellow Gold 22mm Mechanical Rectangular Fancy Lug Watch

By Longines

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Longines Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - 17 jewels - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 28.8 Grams (including case, movement, and strap) ...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492
Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492

Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s, Ref. 2492

By Patek Philippe

Located in Berlin, BE

Behold the majesty of the Patek Philippe Rectangular Cushion 18K Yellow Gold 1950s Mechanical Men's

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet
Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet

Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet

By Jules Jurgensen

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Jules Jurgensen Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Case Width: 21mm (not counting the crown) Case Thickness: 6.5mm Brac...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rare Art Deco IWC Schaffhausen 18k Gold Rectangular Watch  (c.1930's)
Rare Art Deco IWC Schaffhausen 18k Gold Rectangular Watch  (c.1930's)

Rare Art Deco IWC Schaffhausen 18k Gold Rectangular Watch (c.1930's)

By IWC

Located in Wailea, HI

Rare Art Deco IWC Schaffhausen 18k Gold Rectangular Watch with Engraved Case (c. 1930s

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chopard Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Vintage Winding Ladies Watch
Chopard Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Vintage Winding Ladies Watch

Chopard Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Vintage Winding Ladies Watch

By Chopard

Located in Miami, FL

An exquisite Vintage large Chopard Diamond and onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Winding Ladies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Universal Geneve 14k Tri Color Gold 22mm Rectangular Mechanical Watch Ca
Vintage Universal Geneve 14k Tri Color Gold 22mm Rectangular Mechanical Watch Ca

Vintage Universal Geneve 14k Tri Color Gold 22mm Rectangular Mechanical Watch Ca

By Univeral Geneve

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Universal Geneve Movement: Mechanical - Hand Winding - 17 jewels - Swiss Made Case Material: Solid 14k Gold Gross Weight: 22.9 Grams (including case, movement, and strap)...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Bueche Girod Caliber 67 Rectangular Curved 18k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved
Vintage Bueche Girod Caliber 67 Rectangular Curved 18k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved

Vintage Bueche Girod Caliber 67 Rectangular Curved 18k Yellow Gold Hand Engraved

By Bueche Girod

Located in Montclair, NJ

Watchmaker: Bueche Girod Movement: Swiss Made Hand Wound Mechanical Movement - 17 Jewels - Caliber 67 Case & Bracelet Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Case Size: 35 x 17.5mm (length ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gucci 100M Steel Rectangular Custom Diamond G-Bezel Black Dial Unisex Watch
Gucci 100M Steel Rectangular Custom Diamond G-Bezel Black Dial Unisex Watch

Gucci 100M Steel Rectangular Custom Diamond G-Bezel Black Dial Unisex Watch

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Auth Gucci stainless Steel diamond “G” Bezel watch Gucci Silver Stainless Steel Black Dial 3600 Swiss Water Resistant Wrist Watch. Pre-Owned Case Diameter: 32mm stainless steel 3...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Wristwatch 18 Karat Yellow Gold 31 Mm Rectangular Case
Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Wristwatch 18 Karat Yellow Gold 31 Mm Rectangular Case

Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Wristwatch 18 Karat Yellow Gold 31 Mm Rectangular Case

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the epitome of elegance and style, behold the exquisite unisex 18 karat yellow gold Hermes Cape Cod wristwatch. Meticulously crafted to perfection, this timepiece seamles...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Tri-Color Gold Manual-Wind Wristwatch
Audemars Piguet Tri-Color Gold Manual-Wind Wristwatch

Audemars Piguet Tri-Color Gold Manual-Wind Wristwatch

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Tysons, VA

This elegant Audemars Piguet wristwatch features a rectangular 18K yellow-gold case paired with a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Chaumet Still de Chaumet Diamond Dial Steel Quartz Black Strap Watch
Vintage Chaumet Still de Chaumet Diamond Dial Steel Quartz Black Strap Watch

Vintage Chaumet Still de Chaumet Diamond Dial Steel Quartz Black Strap Watch

By Chaumet

Located in Miami, FL

rectangular black dial with 12 diamond hour markers, a polished steel H-frame case, and a black crocodile

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Chanel Première Chaîne 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch H4411 — Complete
Chanel Première Chaîne 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch H4411 — Complete

Chanel Première Chaîne 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Watch H4411 — Complete

By Chanel

Located in Plantation, FL

) rectangular octagonal case set with approximately 56 brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel (~0.19 ct total

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bueche Girard Diamond-Set 18K Gold Watch (MOP Dial)
Bueche Girard Diamond-Set 18K Gold Watch (MOP Dial)

Bueche Girard Diamond-Set 18K Gold Watch (MOP Dial)

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

This elegant Bueche Girard wristwatch is crafted in 18K yellow gold with a rectangular case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Stainless Steel, Quartz and Sapphire Glass’ Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier
Stainless Steel, Quartz and Sapphire Glass’ Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier

Stainless Steel, Quartz and Sapphire Glass’ Wrist Watch by Baume & Mercier

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Stockholm, SE

crystal. The rectangular case is softly curved and integrated into the bracelet, giving the watch a smooth

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18K Gold Steel Two-Tone Champagne Dial Vintage Watch
Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18K Gold Steel Two-Tone Champagne Dial Vintage Watch

Vacheron Constantin Harmony 18K Gold Steel Two-Tone Champagne Dial Vintage Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Miami, FL

construction, featuring a rectangular champagne textured dial with Maltese cross logo, gold dauphine hands, and

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

NOS Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos Lady Yellow Gold
NOS Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos Lady Yellow Gold

NOS Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos Lady Yellow Gold

Located in Bergamo, BG

, featuring a rectangular 18K gold case and a sophisticated cream dial with gold-tone indices. Powered by an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos 18K Rose Gold Automatic Watch, Italy
Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos 18K Rose Gold Automatic Watch, Italy

Cuervo Y Sobrinos Esplendidos 18K Rose Gold Automatic Watch, Italy

Located in Bergamo, BG

timepiece with a distinctive rectangular 18K rose gold case. The pink dial with gold-tone indices adds a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Hermès Mid-Century gold tank watch
Hermès Mid-Century gold tank watch

Hermès Mid-Century gold tank watch

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century gold tank bracelet watch with H-form links, the rose-gold, rectangular face featuring

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris vintage gold plated silver tank watch
Cartier Paris vintage gold plated silver tank watch

Cartier Paris vintage gold plated silver tank watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

gold plated silver with the unmistakable rectangular form that has made the Tank one of Cartier’s most

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch

Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Crafted in 18k gold electroplated metal, this sophisticated watch features the clean rectangular case and

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm 124300 Coral Red Dial 2020-2016
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm 124300 Coral Red Dial 2020-2016

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm 124300 Coral Red Dial 2020-2016

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

, Calibre 3230, 31 jewels Dial: Coral Red with applied polished rectangular indices Indices: Applied

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chanel Code Coco Black Ceramic Diamond Bezel Quartz Watch H5148
Chanel Code Coco Black Ceramic Diamond Bezel Quartz Watch H5148

Chanel Code Coco Black Ceramic Diamond Bezel Quartz Watch H5148

By Chanel

Located in Newport Beach, CA

by the clasp of the classic 2.55 handbag. The rectangular case measures 38.1mm x 21.5mm with an

Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Hermès Cape Cod 31mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
Hermès Cape Cod 31mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

Hermès Cape Cod 31mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch

By Hermès

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This Hermès Cape Cod quartz watch features a stainless steel rectangular case measuring 23mm wide

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil with Minimalist Onyx-Black Dial
Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil with Minimalist Onyx-Black Dial

Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil with Minimalist Onyx-Black Dial

By Cartier

Located in Zurich, CH

) plated in a thick layer of 18k yellow gold. The rectangular silhouette is accented by Cartier’s signature

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, Silver

Vintage 1970s Omega Tank 18K YG Blue Fumé Dial Manual 26 mm
Vintage 1970s Omega Tank 18K YG Blue Fumé Dial Manual 26 mm

Vintage 1970s Omega Tank 18K YG Blue Fumé Dial Manual 26 mm

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

rectangular cushion case gives the watch structure, but the gradient dial is what separates it from standard

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier vintage must de tank gold plated quartz watch
Cartier vintage must de tank gold plated quartz watch

Cartier vintage must de tank gold plated quartz watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

most recognizable silhouettes inspired by early 20th-century Tank watches. The rectangular case

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Vacheron & Constantin Genève Strap Watch, circa 1940s
Vacheron & Constantin Genève Strap Watch, circa 1940s

Vacheron & Constantin Genève Strap Watch, circa 1940s

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Wailea, HI

beautifully preserved vintage Vacheron & Constantin Genève rectangular strap watch dating to the 1940s

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tank Must Silver Quartz Watch Green Strap
Cartier Tank Must Silver Quartz Watch Green Strap

Cartier Tank Must Silver Quartz Watch Green Strap

By Cartier

Located in SYDNEY, NSW

An iconic Cartier Tank Must watch featuring the timeless rectangular Tank case design paired with a

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco 5.44 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1935
Antique Art Deco 5.44 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1935

Antique Art Deco 5.44 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1935

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

cocktail watch has been crafted in platinum. The rectangular watch dial displays the Charlton name, in

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Piaget 18k Yellow Gold Tank Watch, Onyx Dial, 1970s-1980s
Vintage Piaget 18k Yellow Gold Tank Watch, Onyx Dial, 1970s-1980s

Vintage Piaget 18k Yellow Gold Tank Watch, Onyx Dial, 1970s-1980s

By Piaget

Located in Zurich, CH

), the rectangular case features the refined, elongated proportions that defined the "Golden Age" of

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 1985 Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16753
Vintage 1985 Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16753

Vintage 1985 Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16753

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

, rectangular, and triangular forms, along with Mercedes-style hands and a date display at three o’clock beneath

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Anglaise 3511 Two-Tone 18K Rose Gold Diamond Automatic Watch
Cartier Tank Anglaise 3511 Two-Tone 18K Rose Gold Diamond Automatic Watch

Cartier Tank Anglaise 3511 Two-Tone 18K Rose Gold Diamond Automatic Watch

By Cartier

Located in Westport, CT

rectangular stainless steel case with Cartier’s distinctive integrated crown design, an 18K rose gold flat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Concord Crystale 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
Concord Crystale 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch

Concord Crystale 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch

By Concord Watch

Located in Westport, CT

rectangular 18K yellow gold case with diamond-set bezels at the top and bottom, set with a total of 16 round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Glycine 4.41tcw Diamond Handwind Ladies Watch
Antique Art Deco Platinum Glycine 4.41tcw Diamond Handwind Ladies Watch

Antique Art Deco Platinum Glycine 4.41tcw Diamond Handwind Ladies Watch

By Glycine

Located in New York, NY

diamonds. The rectangular case is framed by baguette cut diamonds along the sides and rows of round

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Diamond Wristwatch
Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Diamond Wristwatch

Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Diamond Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

-turned rectangular dial with Roman numeral indicators, the bezel and strap are adorned with meticulously

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner Tiffany & Co Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Date Watch
Rolex Submariner Tiffany & Co Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Date Watch

Rolex Submariner Tiffany & Co Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Date Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

tritium luminous hour markers and hands Indices: Tritium-filled rectangular and dot markers Hands: Steel

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1970s Piaget Tank 9297 18K WG Manual White Roman Dial 24mm
Vintage 1970s Piaget Tank 9297 18K WG Manual White Roman Dial 24mm

Vintage 1970s Piaget Tank 9297 18K WG Manual White Roman Dial 24mm

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

movements, and the Ref. 9297 is a perfect vehicle for that expertise. While the rectangular "Tank

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

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Rectangular Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of rectangular watches available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 96 vintage editions and 27 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to rectangular watches. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Rolex and Gucci are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut rectangular watches for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of rectangular watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.

How Much are Rectangular Watches?

On average, rectangular watches at 1stDibs sell for $4,295, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $35,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Rectangular Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, men can wear rectangular watches. The truth is that men can wear any shape of timepiece they find appealing. In fact, over the years, watch blogs and the fashion press have hinted at the rising profile of non-round watch shapes. Called shaped or form watches, catchall terms for any non-round models, these less-common designs run the geometrical gamut from square and rectangular to barrel, cushion, oval, trapezoidal or completely asymmetrical. On 1stDibs, find a variety of men's watches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Rectangular watches are sometimes called tanks. Cartier pioneered the design and named it after the Renault tanks that the French military used during World War I. A watch with a rectangular case with rounded corners is a tonneau, named after the French word for barrel. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of watches.