18 Kt Girard Perregaux Chronograph Wrist Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Antwerp, BE
GIRARD-PERREGAUX, MANUFACTURA, LA-CHAUX-DE-FONDS MOVEMENT: automatic, 38 jewels, Gold Rotor
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
18k Gold
18 Kt Girard Perregaux Chronograph Wrist Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Antwerp, BE
GIRARD-PERREGAUX, MANUFACTURA, LA-CHAUX-DE-FONDS MOVEMENT: automatic, 38 jewels, Gold Rotor
18k Gold
Vintage Girard-Perregaux Chronograph Cal 285 Hand Wind Men's Watch Ref 22405
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
This striking chronograph from Girard-Perregaux, referenced 22405 and fitted in the rare
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Vintage Steel Chronograph Valjoux 72, Swiss 1960s
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Queens, NY
Girard Perregaux Steel Chronograph Valjoux 72, with black dial, with rose gold hands, marked, and
Steel
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 22209
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 22209
Pre-Owned Men's Girard Perregaux Chronograph Ferrari 18K Yellow Gold Watch 8020
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Pre-owned Girard Perraguax "Ferrari" timepiece designed in 18 karat yellow gold. Automatic movement
Steel, Yellow Gold
Girard-Perregaux Ferrari 2000 F1 World Champion Chronograph
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Girard-Perregaux Ferrari 2000 F1 World Champion Chronograph Brand: Girard-Perregaux Reference
Stainless Steel
GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC Platinum Automatic World Time Chronograph
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York City, NY
Up for sale is a GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC PLATINUM AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH
Girard Perregaux White Gold World Time Chronograph GMT Automatic Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Girard Perregaux World Time Model 49805.53.151 Pre Owned Mens Automatic World Time Chronograph and
18k Gold, White Gold
Girard-Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 8020
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Girard Perregaux Band Color: Black Gender: Men's Case Size: 36-39.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Diamond Bezel Chronograph Leather Band Ladies Watch 8046 New
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Girard Perregaux Ladies Watch Model Number: 8046 100% Authentic New / Old Stock Comes with
Stainless Steel
Girard-Perregaux Ref. 2584, Vintage 1945 XXL Automatic Chronograph, No. 264
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Woodway, TX
of the quality of Girard-Perregaux watches. The watch was running, but slightly fast. Since purchased
18k Gold
Girard Perregaux Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Watch GP7000
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Girard Perregaux Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Watch GP7000 Model #GP7000 Serial
Steel, Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph 4980 18 Karat Gold, Automatic Watch
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Miami, FL
Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an original brown alligator strap with an
Girard Perragaux, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami, FL
Girard Perragaux Reference #:. Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an original brown
Certified Authentic Girard Perragaux World Time 17280, White Dial
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami, FL
Girard Perragaux World Time Reference #:49805. Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an
Girard Perragaux World Time 49805, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami, FL
Girard Perragaux World Time Reference #:49805. Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an
Girard Perregaux Chronograph Reference 1030 Two Tone
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Girard Perregaux 1990s Two-Tone Chronograph Watch, a harmonious blend of luxury and
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Vintage Chronograph 2599
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 30mm vintage Chronograph in white gold by Girard Perregaux. Features a black dial with arabic
18k Gold, White Gold
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph Watch 8020
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
The Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph Men's Watch 8020 is designed with a 38mm stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 25990.0.51.1151
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
This fantastic timepiece by Girard-Perregaux, circa 2000's, offers the ever-useful chronograph in
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 25990.0.51.1161
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
splendidly clear dial boasts exceptionally fine finishes in this magnificent timepiece from Girard-Perregaux
Girard Perregaux Pour Ferrari Titanium F1 Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Greenwich, CT
Girard-Perregaux pays tribute to Ferrari by launching a watch that is characterized by strong and
Titanium
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 2599-BDW
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
The mint condition timepiece from Girard-Perregaux, circa 2000's, is presented with an 18k white
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 2599-BLYG
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
Focusing on neat rectangular shapes and sharp lines to create a strong Art Deco feel, Girard
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Tourbillon
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Tourbillon - Automatic winding
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Tourbillon
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Tourbillon - Automatic winding
Girard-Perregaux Lady's Rose Gold Diamond Skeleton Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
seconds recorders. Brown croc strap band with 18k gold Girard-Perregaux buckle. Ref. 8046
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel America's Cup LTD Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stainless steel Girard Perregaux American's Cup LTD wristwatch is a limited edition model, Ref
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Richeville Chronograph Watch 27650-52-421-BA6D
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
of colors and classic arrangement of the counters, Girard-Perregaux created this marvelous timepiece
Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
intriguing décor upon the dial to produce a truly magnificent allure in this gorgeous timepiece from Girard
Rose Gold
Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
intriguing décor upon the dial to produce a truly magnificent allure in this gorgeous timepiece from Girard
Girard Perregaux Titanium Ceramic WWTC Shadow Flyback Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Ref: W1028 Movement: Automatic Case: Black Ceramic/Titanium Case Diameter: 43mm Dial: Black and White Bracelet: Black Rubber Buckle: Titanium Deployment Glass: Sa...
Titanium
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 25990-0-51-8178A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
This magnificent timepiece from Girard-Perregaux, circa 2000's, features a chronograph with a
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 25990-0-51-8178A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
This magnificent timepiece from Girard-Perregaux, circa 2000's, features a chronograph with a
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 Chronograph Watch 2599-W/MOP/W
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
This splendid mint condition timepiece from Girard-Perregaux, circa 200's, offers an elaborate
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 XXL Chronograph 25840-53-611-BA6A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
Deco feel, Girard-Perregaux created this sublime timepiece that ensures excellent legibility of its
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1945 XXL Chronograph 25840-53-611-BA6A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Southampton, PA
Deco feel, Girard-Perregaux created this sublime timepiece that ensures excellent legibility of its
Ferrari Girard Perregaux F1 2002 Championship Chronograph Watch 40mm Ref. 4956
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this Girard Perregaux Ferrari F1 2002 Championship Chronograph Watch 40mm
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Ferrari Testarossa Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel Girard Perregaux Ferrari Testarossa 250 TR chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 8090, made
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Ferrari 250GT TDF Chronograph Limited Edition Ref: 8090
By Girard Perragaux
Located in București, București
The Girard-Perregaux 8090 is a classic timepiece that reflects the brand's dedication to precision
Rare Girard Perregaux Pour Ferrari Auto Chrono 'Date', Ref 8020, Complete Set
By Ferrari
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Girard Perregaux Pour Ferrari automatic chronograph with date, reference 8020, is a rare
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph Black Men's Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bradenton, FL
Girard Perregaux 8020 Ferrari Chronograph Black Dial Men's Watch with stainless steel 38mm case and
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Ferrari Modena Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Girard Perregaux "Ferrari Modena Red" Chronograph Men's Watch - Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux White Gold Ferrari Chronograph automatic wristwatch ref 8020
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Mayfair, London, London
white gold Girard Perregaux pin buckle, sapphire glass, automatic chronograph movement, in excellent
White Gold
Girard Perregaux WW.TC Chronograph 18 Karat White gold Men’s 4900-53-27-42-BA6A
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF: W4376 MANUFACTURE: Girard Perregaux MODEL: WW.TC MODEL REF: 4900-53-27-42-BA6A AGE: 4th
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Girard-Perregaux Chronograph
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami Beach, FL
New old stock Girard-Perregaux two register chronograph. It features a beautiful three color dial
Girard-Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful Girard-Perregaux chronograph with aged silvered dial, pulsations, three registers, pump
Girard-Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Girard-Perregaux over-sized chronograph with aged original dial, manual wind movement, and case in
Stainless Steel
GIRARD-PERREGAUX Stainless Steel Chronograph circa 1960s
By Girard Perregaux
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Girard-Perregaux manual wind stainless steel chronograph circa 1960s. 40mm diameter stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph 8020 Men's Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in New York, NY
Girard Perregaux Ferrari Chronograph 8020 Mens Watch. Stainless Steel 38mm case. Silver triple
Girard Perregaux Laureato Chronograph in Stainless Steel
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Greenwich, CT
steel bracelet with deployant buckle. This watch comes complete with original Girard Perregaux box and
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very pleasing and good size vintage Girard Perregaux 2 registers manual wind chronograph circa
Stainless Steel
2001 Girard Perregaux Richeville Chronograph White Gold Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2001 Girard Perregaux Richeville Chronograph White Gold Wristwatch * *Complete with
White Gold
Limited Edition: Girard Perregaux F50 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Ferrari
By Girard Perregaux
Located in London, GB
In 1996, Girard Perregaux were the official partners of Ferrari and to celebrate the release of the
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux WW.TC. Chronograph 49805 in Stainless Steel
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre- owned in good condition Girard Perregaux WW.TC chronograph brushed stainless steel 43 mm case
Steel, Stainless Steel
Girard-Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2011
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Greenwich, CT
Girard-Perregaux 18k rose gold world time chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 49805, featuring a
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Girard Perregaux lady's Rose Gold and Diamond Richeville Chronograph Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Boston, MA
Girard Perregaux 18k rose gold Richeville chronograph wristwatch, automatic movement, 30mm x 40mm
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Girard Perregaux Yellow Leather Ferrari Chronograph Men Wristwatch 38 mm
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Girard Perregaux Ferrari watch is packed with features. The yellow dial protected with domed
Girard-Perregaux Stainless Steel Laureato EVO3 Chronograph Watch circa 2000
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Girard-Perregaux stainless steel Laureato EVO3 Chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 80180.1.116516. This
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux 1966 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold 4952952231BA6A Mens Wristwatch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5644 Manufacturer: Girard Perregaux Model: 1966 Model Ref: 4952952231BA6A Age: 13th November
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Girard Perregaux Black Stainless Steel Vintage 1945 Ref. 2599 Chronograph
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Created with skill using high-quality materials, this watch from Girard Perregaux has been designed
Steel, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel in 18K Rose Gold 15407OR Openworked Dial is an iconic masterpiece known for its sporty octagonal case shape, substantial link bracelet,...
Rose Gold
$26,790
Dm 1.52 in L 1.58 in
Ulysse Nardin 18kt Yellow Gold Moonphase with Date Limited Edition, Lemania Cal.
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ulysse Nardin 18kt Yellow Gold Wrist Watch, Moonphase with Date Limited Edition, Extremely Rare and collectible ! Movement: Handwinding, Chronograph, Caliber 2612 ( Same base calib...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Omega Seamaster Automatic Ref 1660257 Octagon Gold Plated Mens Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 1660257 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless steel Measurements : Case...
Gold Plate
$228,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 40 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
40 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace This necklace has a total of 120 GIA certified diamonds. Clarity range VS-SI1, Color range I-H
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,960Sale Price|44% Off
H 1.78 in W 1.3 in L 1.78 in
18kt White Gold Franck Muller Watch Long Island 1200 CC AT Serviced Warranty
By Franck Muller
Located in San Diego, CA
18kt White Gold Franck Muller Geneve Chronograph Watch Long Island Leather Band Automatic. No. 262, 1200 CC AT Black leather watch strap, Black Face. Excellent. The case is 33 x 45 m...
18k Gold, White Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Vintage 32mm
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in MADRID, ES
Jaeger LeCoultre Memovox wristwatch. This is a vintage piece with a unique case design, with curved lugs. It has alarm function. The case is gold plated and measures 32 mm in diamete...
Gold Plate
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
Omega Watch. Authentic Mens Omega Mechanical 266cal Wristwatch. Omega 1950s
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1950s Band material: Stainless steel Materials: Stainless steel Power: Mechanical Readout: Analog Genuine Omega Ref. 2743-1 1950s Mechanical Watch Separate minut...
Movado 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Oversized Watch from 1920's with Original Dial
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Oversized Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 4...
18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Chronograph, Collectors in amazing condition ! Reference OT 2955 3 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 321 Case : 18 Kt solid Gold, 35 mm Strap : Leather, Omega Gol...
18k Gold, Gold
18 Kt Pink Gold Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars Chronograph Ref.26100OR Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Pink Gold Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars Chronograph Wrist Watch with Box & Warranty Papers in top condition Ref.26100OR Case : 18 Kt Pink Gold 41 mm
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Dior Runway Copper Mirrored Romper and Maxi Skirt Spring 2018 Sz 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Copper Mirrored Romper and Maxi Skirt Spring 2018 Size 34FR
$21,500
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Rose Gold Reverso Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Reference 250.2.86 Wrist Watch, 39 x 23 M.M. 18k Rose Gold case, mechanical movement, Black dial with raised Gold markers, newer Hirsch Black Croc...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Day-Date NOS Diamond Dial 18038
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold NOS Day-Date by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial set with 8 round brilliant cut diamond hour markers, 2 baguette cut diamond hour markers and a fixed yellow gold flute...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. This 1999 LES SALADES creation by Thierry Mugler is truly beautiful. The silhouette is gorgeous: a long column that skims the figure with surgical pre...
When forward-looking Geneva-born watchmaker Jean-François Bautte signed his first watches in 1791, the now well-known legacy of illustrious Swiss watch company Girard-Perregaux began to take shape. From there, Bautte worked to establish a watch manufacturing company in his native city, where he promoted putting all the aspects of watchmaking within one facility, a pioneering move for the era. The Maison Bautte, whose clients included Queen Victoria and Alexandre Dumas, would become part of a watchmaking empire that started with a marriage.
Watchmaker Constant Girard founded the Girard & Cie Firm in 1852, and after he married Marie Perregaux (part of a celebrated chronometer family), the Girard-Perregaux Manufacture was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1856. Like Bautte, Girard-Perregaux undertook all elements of the horological process in-house, a method that allowed the maison to produce watches that are recognized for their functional prowess as well as their decorative allure.
Today's growing legions of watch collectors will find much to appreciate in vintage Girard-Perregaux watches, as the firm's timepieces often join form and function with designs that celebrate the mechanics of the watch. Girard was especially passionate about making the tourbillon into an aesthetic component of watchmaking as much as a functional element.
In 1906, the company — then under the leadership of the couple’s son, Constant Girard-Gallet — acquired Maison Bautte, joining its historic legacy with the company’s own. Girard-Perregaux continued to make technological advancements over the years, amassing nearly 80 horological patents and introducing innovations such as the 1965 Gyromatic HF, the first high-frequency, self-winding movement that ran at an incredible 36,000 vibrations an hour.
Standout designs in the company’s rich offerings over the years have included the 1884 Tourbillon with three gold bridges spanning the watch dial and framing the horological movement; the first quartz movement watch made in Switzerland in 1971, which set the global standard for quartz watches; the 2008 Constant Escapement L.M. that maintains constant energy on its escapement, solving a long-standing problem of mechanical watch precision; and the Girard-Perregaux 2020 Infinity made with precious onyx.
In 2011, the company became part of the Kering Group. Girard-Perregaux continues to operate out of its factory in La Chaux-de-Fonds, making it one of the oldest watchmakers in Switzerland, with new watch models often riffing off iconic designs while advancing a 21st-century commitment to sustainability. Its current logo — a watch bridge — celebrates the company’s heritage while looking ahead to the future.
Find a collection of vintage and contemporary Girard-Perregaux wristwatches on 1stDibs.
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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.
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