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Frank Muller

Frank Muller Two Tone Diamond, Sapphire Watch
Located in New York, NY
FRANK MULLER Two Tone Diamond, Sapphire Watch Platinum and 18k gold watch, set with mystery
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Frank Muller Long Island Watch
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Quartz CASE MATERIAL: 18ct Yellow Gold DIAL: DIAL COLOUR: Black STRAP: 36mm X 26mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Leather CONDITION: 9/10 MODEL NUMBER: No...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Franck Muller Diamonds Conquistador Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 8001 SC Full Set
By Franck Muller
Located in Antwerp, BE
Total weight: 87.4 gram / 3.085 oz / 56.2 dwt Comes with the original Frank Muller box and papers
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Franck Muller Vanguard V45 SC DT Yachting Men's Watch in 18kt Rose Gold
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
watch. Frank Muller Calibre FM 0800, 21 Jewels.. Comes with the original box and papers. CASE DETAILS
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Franck Muller 18K Rose Gold Diamond Women's Luxury Wrist Watch w Box Papers
By Franck Muller
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
impressive complete set with authentic Frank Muller Box and papers. Originally purchased at Neiman Marcus
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Franck Muller Long Island Watch in 18 Karat White Gold with Diamonds
By Franck Muller
Located in Lucerne, CH
warranty. Reference No: 952 QZ D Movement No: 1850 Assay mark: 750 Maker's mark: Frank Muller, Geneve
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
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H 0.31 in W 0.276 in Dm 2.117 in L 6.69 in
Original 1970s Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Chain Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Original 1970s Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Chain Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
for jewelry brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

Franck Muller Conquistador Sport GPG 9900 SC DT GPG Men's Watch in Titanium
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
Franck Muller Conquistador Sport GPG 9900 SC DT GPG Men's Watch in Titanium SKU: 127532 PRIMARY
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Titanium

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This striking Van Cleef & Arpels pair of pierced earrings with French clips from the celebrated Socrate™ jewelry collection feature a delicate floral motif crafted in 18K white gold ...
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Hermes Limited Edition Vert Rousseau Verso Alligator Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Bag P
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By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace. Circa 1985. With accommodating paperwork. A very rare 20 motif Alhmabra necklace in White Coral, V...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold

Vintage Franck Muller Curvex 6850 SC 34MM 18K White Gold Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Franck Muller Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K White Gold Diameter: 34.00 mm Weight: 84.68 grams Mens 18K white gold Franck Muller Swiss made watch with original box. Engra...
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ROLEX President Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Rome, IT
You are purchasing an Authentic Rolex Lady DateJust 116188, a 36mm timepiece crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, featuring a Factory Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and a Factory Diamond Bezel....
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Stainless Steel Cape Cod black alligator Quartz Wrist watch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès watch model 'Cape Cod' small model. Double loop bracelet in black Mississippi alligator. Quartz movement, steel case, sapphire crystal, opaline silver metal dial. Water resist...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Hermes Black Ostrich Watch Strap
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes '06 Black Ostrich Watch Strap Made in: Not given- believed to be France Year of Production: 2006 Stamp: J stamp in square Color: Black Materials: Ostrich Overall Condition: E...
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels 'Pelouse' Bracelet French
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Sapphire 'Pelouse' Bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet has circular- cut sapphires & circular- cut diamonds approximately 15 carats all set in 18k yellow gold, ...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Modern Bracelets

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Trifari 1940s Philippe 4PieceParure CrystalFloraMotif GoldNecklaceEarringsBrooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
In the late 1940s, Trifari's French-born artistic director Alfred Philippe, who had earlier created fine jewelry for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, designed this flora-motif crystal...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Trefle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
*** Comes with the original Van Cleef & Arpels papers *** 18K Yellow Gold Diamond: 1.40ct twd Total Weight: 17.3g Bracelet Length: 6.5 inches *** A matching necklace is also availabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes Kelly Kellywood 22 Wood Kelly Barenia Leather Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exquisite limited edition Hermes Kellywood "Kelly Wood" 22 bag featured in bog oak and Barenia leather. Not since the Sterling Kelly bag, has Hermes offered a ba...
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Chopard Happy Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Multicolored Gemstone Watch Ref. 20.4069
By Chopard
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine and rare Chopard 18K solid yellow gold “HAPPY DIAMONDS” (ref. 20.4069) quartz watch with 8 multi-colored gems and diamonds (6 floating, estimated total diamond weight 0.24ct),...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Iconic 1992 Gianni Versace Couture Documented Black Bondage Silk Leather Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional, museum quality Gianni Versace black leather, silk & lace heavily sculpted bondage gown dating back to his iconic 1992 fall-winter runway collection. This iconic colle...
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond "H" Quartz Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Elegant lady's 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch from the "H" collection by Chopard. It features a diamond dial, with round brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel. Quartz movement....
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Double Row Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Yellow Gold Double Row Bracelet. An exceptionally stylish double row bangle bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, comprised of textured 18k yellow gold with rou...
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Vintage 1980s American Bangles

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Patek Philippe Rose Gold Diamond Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Men’s Patek Philippe Nautilus 40.5mm 18k Rose gold. Custom made pave diamond bezel, diamond dial, diamond hour markers, diamond lugs and diamond bracelet. The watch has luminous hand...
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Frank Muller 18 Karat Pink Gold Long Island Qz Col Drm Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Frank Muller Number: 1002 Series: Long Island Movement Types: Quartz Table Size: 15.75
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2010s Swazi Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Frank Muller 18 Karat Diamond Watch
Located in NEW YORK, NY
FRANCK MULLER, WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET LONG ISLAND CASE MATERIAL: 18k white gold and diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Frank Muller Long Island 18K White Gold and Diamond Tank Style Quartz Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Birmingham, AL
This magnificent limited edition Frank Muller watch is completely covered with diamonds to make a
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Frank Muller Geneve Vanguard Watch
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Sturdy GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Bronze DIAL: 39mm DIAL COLOUR: Green STRAP: 44mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Steel CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: BZ BR NR NO596 SER...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Roberto Cavalli By Frank Muller Green Gold Diamond Women's Wristwatch 34mm
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
In collaboration with Frank Muller, Roberto Cavalli designed a gorgeous collection of watches that
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2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Frank Muller 18K Rose Gold Titanium Rubber Vanguard Men's Wristwatch 45 mm
By Franck Muller
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Franck Muller is one such creation that is much more than a watch. It shines through with its black
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2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Frank Muller Big Ben Alarm 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2851 AL, 2000s
By Franck Muller
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W1802 Model: 2851 AL Serial: No.** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 2000's Case Diameter: 30 mm Case Size: 30mm by 45mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Manual Wind Cas...
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Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Frank Muller Long Island Classic Rose Gold Silver Dial 952 QZ REL Quartz Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in London, GB
buckle, sapphire glass, quartz movement, in excellent condition, comes complete with a Franck Muller box
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Early 2000s Spanish Wrist Watches

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Frank Muller Casablanca Black Casa Steel PVD Automatic Watch 9880 C CC DT NR
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
Number 9880 C CC DT NR Brand Franck Muller Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Model Franck Muller
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Franck Muller Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Long Island Quartz Wristwatch
By Franck Muller
Located in Dallas, TX
-owned with Frank Muller box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Franck Muller Conquistador Titanium Men Sports Chrono Watch 8900 CC GP
By Franck Muller
Located in Heerlen, NL
New watch with cerificate and box Frank Muller and original Franck Muller garantee Kroko strap
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Titanium

Franck Muller Diamond White Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Franck Muller
Located in Southampton, PA
Frank Muller create iconic watches, and have refined examples of beauty in their jewelry line. This
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Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Franck Muller Curvex 1750 S6 in yellow gold with a aBlue dial 25mm Manual watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Surfside, FL
Frank Muller Cintre Curvex in 18k yellow gold on a blue crocodile strap with an original 18k yellow
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Franck Muller Conquistador 18Kt White Gold Watch With Diamond Face & Bezel
By Franck Muller
Located in Birmingham, AL
This jaw-dropping, limited edition Frank Muller Conquistador watch features a bezel and face
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Roberto Cavalli By Frank Green Gold Plated Stainless Steel Women's Wristwatch 34
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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Franck Muller Master Square 6000 H SC DT D Müller Unisex Retail Value:49, 200+TAX
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet:1 8K White Solid Gold Features: Frank Muller Factory Pave Diamond !! Includes: Original box
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Frank Muller 3.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Curvex Wristwatch
By Franck Muller
Located in Stamford, CT
Frank Muller solid 18k white gold diamond curvex 7502 quartz wristwatch with 18k white gold diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Franck Muller Long Island 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Dallas, TX
Franck Muller Long Island 18K Yellow Gold Watch Ref 950 S6 - Manual. 18K yellow gold ( 26 x 44 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Franck Muller, 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant with Chain, Red Enamel
By Franck Muller
Located in Heerlen, NL
Gold chain ( 6 small chaines) length: 42 cm signed Frank Muller - Signe: [*26AL] = Carlo Illerio
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Early 2000s Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold, Enamel

Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

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Original 1973 Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

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Original 1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
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Original 1971 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Snake Bangle Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining
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Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Atelier created watches for jewelry brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank
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Sterling Silver

Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
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Original 1960s Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Solid Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining unusual material
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Wrist Watches

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Silver

Original 1960s Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Solid Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
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Original 1969 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
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Original 1973 Alexis Barthelay Manual-Winding Movement Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
for jewelry brands such as Cartier and Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland
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Silver

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Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Bangle Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining unusual material
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Original 1974 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Bangle Silver Watch
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Original 1971 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Snake Bangle Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme watches combining
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

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Silver

Original 1971 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Snake Bangle Silver Watch
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H 0.365 in W 0.708 in Dm 2.2 in L 0.866 in
Original 1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Iconic Sterling Silver Watch
By Alexis Barthelay
Located in Valenza, IT
Van Cleef. Barthelay, now part of Frank Muller's watchland group, is known for creating haute gamme
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Sterling Silver

Original 1972 Alexis Barthelay Hand-Wound Movement Iconic Sterling Silver Watch
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Frank Muller Chronographe Stainless Steel Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in New York, NY
A Frank Muller Stainless Steel Chronographe Mens Watch
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Franck Muller 18k Pink Gold Cintree Curvex Wristwatch
By Franck Muller
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Frank Muller 18k pink gold Cintree Curvex, Ref. 7501 S6 MM. Medium size 27mm x 38mm tonneau case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Franck Muller 18 Karat Rose Gold Number 9 Charm Pendant 1.5g
By Franck Muller
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Franck Muller 18k Rose Gold Number 9 Charm Pendant 1.5g For sale is a Frank Muller 18k rose gold
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Franck Muller Ref. 2852 Very Fine Platinum "Cintree Curvex Chronometro"
By Franck Muller
Located in Miami, FL
platinum segment, hack mechanism Band: crocodile, original platinum buckle Signed: Frank Muller Chronometro
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Frank Muller For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact frank muller you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect frank muller may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A frank muller from Franck Muller and Roberto Cavalli — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A frank muller can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 5 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 alternatives. Most of our frank muller for sale are for men, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Frank Muller?

The price for a frank muller starts at $633 and tops out at $75,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $12,084.

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