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Patek Philippe 1530A Rectangular Watch, circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
#651619. Date & Paperwork: The watch was made in 1948, confirmed with an extract from the archives
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1530A Rectangular Watch, circa 1948
Patek Philippe 1530A Rectangular Watch, circa 1948
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H 0.24 in W 0.95 in L 1.42 in
Patek Philippe 2435J Vintage Rectangular Watch, Unusual Large Lugs, Circa 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 2435J rectangular shaped 18K yellow gold watch, made in 1948. The
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Manual Watch, circa 1948 with Archival
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
original crown is also done in 18Kt. Gold. The watch has a great art deco look to it and in a curvex style
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Rolex Precision Vintage Dresswatch, H/M 9K Yellow Gold, c 1948
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and rare Rolex Precision features a hallmarked 9k yellow gold case (30mm exc crown
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex 14Kt. Oyster Perpetual Rare "Bubble Back" with Factory Original Dial 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex 14Kt. Rare "Bubble Back" with Original Dial and Rolex Signed Bracelet 1948
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
5011 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Waltham Pocket Watch 10k Gold Fill Case Arabic Numeral Dial Case
By Waltham
Located in Surfside, FL
adjustment. Railroad watch circa 1948 in Waltham gold-filled keystone case. Original untouched dial. Size 16
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Vintage 1940s Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Laco Vintage in yellow gold with a Black dial 25.5mm Manual watch
Located in Surfside, FL
/ center sweep seconds hand. Circa 1948. Fine Pre-owned Laco Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Laco Vintage
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Calatrava Vintage Rare Collectors Wrist Watch 1940's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Calatrava Vintage Rare Collectors Wrist Watch Extremely rare
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1431J Square Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
caliber movement #951699. The Watch is made in 18K yellow gold with a square case with curved down lugs
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1431J Square Watch
Patek Philippe 1431J Square Watch
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W 1.07 in L 1.46 in
Patek Philippe 1566R Square Watch Rose Gold Circa 1947
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
for a short period of time, from 1943 to 1948, and only manufactured in yellow or pink gold
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 1566R Square Watch Rose Gold Circa 1947
Patek Philippe 1566R Square Watch Rose Gold Circa 1947
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H 0.28 in W 1.03 in L 1.03 in
Rare Gruen 416 Swiss Men's Wrist Watch
By Gruen
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
gold-tone Arabic numerals with matchstick markers along with a sub dial. The watch is powered by a 17
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Patek Philippe 2443J Rectangular Watch, Circa 1953
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
2443 was introduced in 1948. Only a few hundred were made in gold Date & Paperwork: The watch was made
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Vintage Gents 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial 5048
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An 18k Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original silver dial with
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Patek Philippe 2458J Massive Vintage 36mm Calatrava Watch Circa 1949
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 2458J vintage Calatrava watch is made in 18K yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe 544A Stainless Steel Hooded Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
544 was introduced in 1940 and was discontinued in 1948. The watch was made in yellow and rose gold
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Early 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Eterna-matic KonTiki 20 c1968 Automatic Watch, Gay Freres Eterna Bracelet + Box
By Eterna
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
represents the advanced & efficient "five ball bearings" movement, introduced by Eterna in 1948) The Dial
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Reference 14363 Vintage Scarab Lugs Gold Top
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Since its introduction in 1948, the Seamaster has been a pillar of the Omega brand. In the
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Geneve Vintage "Geneve" Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
1948. Fine Pre-owned Geneve Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Geneve Vintage watch is made out of
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Kurz Mid-20th Century Covered Yellow Gold Buckle Ladies Wristwatch Bracelet
By A. Kurz
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning 18k yellow gold ladies watch by Kurz in Geneva featuring a buckle style covered watch with
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier RARE Mini Santos Dumont 1967 Ultra Thin Jaeger LeCoultre K850 Gold 1960
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Dumont presented to you is from 1967 About the Watch : In 1967, few years after the "recentage" of 1948
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold

Art Deco Gruen "Batwing" AKA FRanternity
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
models used the short, squarish-oval 440 (1940) and the short and wide 370 (1948). Watches with the
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Art Deco Gruen "Batwing" AKA FRanternity
Art Deco Gruen "Batwing" AKA FRanternity
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H 1.86 in W 0.81 in
Vintage Tudor Manual Wind Dresswatch, Super Provenance, Circa 1960.
By Tudor
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and very attractive, manual wind, round 9k yellow gold cased Tudor, with sub seconds
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

UTI Paris 1948 for Eliakim Cairo Lapel Cuckoo Watch in 18kt Gold with Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
of this lapel watch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Rolex Ref 4444 1948 32mm Shock Resisting Oyster Royal Watch 31r31s
By Rolex
Located in Dix hills, NY
UPTO 192MM.WITHOUT SPRINGING. THE SILVER DIAL WITH GOLD NUMBERS AND BLUED HANDS WITH GOLD SECOND HAND
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21st Century and Contemporary Other

Boucheron Yellow Gold Dollar Sterling Franc Gold Coin Bracelet Wristwatch
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
" structure suspending a watch movement, attached and embellished by a cone shaped element presenting
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Allan Houser Native American Modernist Bronze Sculpture, 1989, "Watching"
By Allan Houser
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Beautiful, large Allan Houser bronze titled "Watching." The piece is signed "Allan Houser" and
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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Belfiore Florentine Jewellers 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Cufflinks
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage cufflinks in yellow gold and blue enamel Cufflinks, a watch and a tie have always been
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Maison De Greef White Gold Alliance Ring Approx 2.20 Carat
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered 18 karat white gold alliance ring from the jewelery brand Maison de Greef 1948. The ring
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Vintage 18ct Tricolour Gold Serpenti Tubogas Cuff Bracelet Circa 1990
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
in 1948. The first pieces were jewelled watches which were designed to coil around the wrist using
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Late 20th Century Italian Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Panthere Bracelet in 18k Gold, emerald, onyx & Diamonds with box
By Cartier
Located in Bilbao, ES
Cartier Panthere Bracelet 18k gold with diamonds, emerald and onyx in size 17. Original at shop at
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Des Ongles et Du Bec (abstract female portrait)
By Georges Rouault
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
finally published as a suite in 1948. Vintage water gilt gold leaf frame produced by Brentano's, NYC
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Etching, Aquatint

Vase with gold, Sign: Daum Nancy France, Style: Art Deco
By Daum
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
low-quality glass for watches. The first thing I did was start producing table glassware of good
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Gold

Jacques Kreisler & Co 1920 Necklace In Platinum And 18Kt White Gold With Pearls
By Kreisler
Located in Miami, FL
added watches and leather watch bands to men’s and women’s jewelry. Locations; c.1922: 333 Fifth Ave
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vase With apps and gold, Sign: Daum Nancy, France
By Daum
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase With apps and gold Sign: Daum Nancy France Daum is the name of a factory established in 1875
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Gold

Vase with gold, Sign: Daum Nancy France, Style: Art Deco
By Daum
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
the factory, which for the moment out glasses, jugs, glass commonly used low-quality glass for watches
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Gold

Faust - Limoges Porcelain Blue and Gold
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Limoges porcelain in "Bleu de Sèvres" and gold. Artist: Salvador Dali Exclusive limited edition to
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1960s Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

Sabat - Limoges Porcelain Blue and Gold
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Limoges porcelain in "Bleu de Sèvres" and gold. Artist: Salvador Dali Exclusive limited edition to
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1960s Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

Venus - Limoges Porcelain Blue and Gold
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Limoges porcelain in "Bleu de Sèvres" and gold. Artist: Salvador Dali Exclusive limited edition to
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1960s Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

French Vase, Sign: Daum Nancy, 1924
By Daum
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase With gold Sign: Daum Nancy France Daum is the name of a factory established in 1875 in the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Gold

Rare 1966 Original Bronze Sculpture "The Two Nikes" edition of 6 Salvador Dali
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Surfside, FL
theories of the psychologist Dr. Sigmund Freud. Recurring images of burning giraffes and melting watches
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1960s Surrealist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Don Quixote Bas Relief in Original Velvet Box
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Missouri, MO
giraffes, and watches bent and flowing as if made from melting wax. Dali moved to the U.S. in 1940, where
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1970s Surrealist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Chandelier Art Nouveau Glass Daum Nancy attributed to Louis majorelle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
the factory, which for the moment out glasses, jugs, glass commonly used low-quality glass for watches
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Marina Núñez del Prado, Head, Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1930s
By Marina Núñez del Prado
Located in New York, NY
, won a gold medal in a New York exhibition. In 1948 she returned to Bolivia, finally settling down in
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Vintage 1930s Bolivian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Functionalist nickel plated table lamp by Franta Anýž, 1930
By Jaroslav Anyz, Franta Anyz
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
at Pragotron, camera design for Flexaret, and winning a gold medal at the Salon International des
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Hermès Silk Scarf Allures Grygkar Bleu de Chine 70 cm
By Hermès
Located in FR
Grygkar in 1948, this reissue is from 2019 Made in France Made of 100% Silk Colorways: Bleu de Chine
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2010s French Scarves

Ecce Homo Plate X
By Werner Drewes
Located in Fairlawn, OH
watching. He has emotions and they take hold of him and lead him at times into paintings that are highly
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1920s Bauhaus Nude Prints

Materials

Woodcut

Ecce Homo VII
By Werner Drewes
Located in Fairlawn, OH
watching. He has emotions and they take hold of him and lead him at times into paintings that are highly
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1920s Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Woodcut

French Vase, Sign: Daum Nancy, 1925
By Daum
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase With apps and gold Sign: Daum Nancy France Daum is the name of a factory established in 1875
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Vibrant Floral Oil Painting Vase of Spring Flowers Pierre Jerome
By Pierre Jerome
Located in Surfside, FL
Rome, in 1934; Gold Medal for French Artists in 1944; Knight in the Order of the Legion of Honour, in
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20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vibrant Bowl of Cherries Oil Painting by Pierre Jerome
By Pierre Jerome
Located in Surfside, FL
Rome, in 1934; Gold Medal for French Artists in 1944; Knight in the Order of the Legion of Honour, in
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20th Century Expressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vibrant Floral Oil Painting Vase of Spring Flowers Pierre Jerome Ecole De Paris
By Pierre Jerome
Located in Surfside, FL
as an artist, he won several major awards, including awards at the Prix de Rome, in 1934; Gold Medal
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Vibrant Floral Oil Painting Vase of Spring Flowers Pierre Jerome Ecole De Paris
By Pierre Jerome
Located in Surfside, FL
as an artist, he won several major awards, including awards at the Prix de Rome, in 1934; Gold Medal
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20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Estelle & Erwine Laverne Originals Modern Rosewood Lamp Table Floor White 1950s
By Erwine & Estelle Laverne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
international competition'' -- the 1929 art exposition in Brussels -- ''he won a Gold Medal awarded to him by
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fiberglass, Rosewood

Lotus
By Angelo Savelli
Located in Missouri, MO
. He wins the "Colli Euganei" prize at Abano. 1948 Soggiorna per alcuni mesi a Venezia. Riceve il
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1960s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Lotus
Lotus
H 26 in W 21.5 in D 1 in
Vintage IWC 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1948
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1948 Vintage International Watch Company (IWC) Cal. 89 18k Yellow Gold Watch with Black Dial with
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Elgin Deluxe Rectangular-Shaped Watch, 1948
By Elgin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1948 Vintage De Luxe Square 10k Yellow Gold Filled watch with Beveled Crystal with Original Silver
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Omega Seamaster Reference 2990-1 Stainless Steel Watch, 1948
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1948 Vintage Omega Seamaster Ref. 2990-1 Ranchero Reference Number Stainless Steel watch with
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Ref. 4357, 1948
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k yellow gold Patek Philippe manual wind watch. Reference number 4357.
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ref. 4357, 1948
Patek Philippe Ref. 4357, 1948
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Dm 1.15 in
Oversized Omega Wristwatch from 1948 in Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
original. Very rare watch Ref. 2506-7, with movement Cal. 283, red Gold plated original Omega . The high
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Gold Watch 1948 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold watch 1948 for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 169 vintage or 11 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect gold watch 1948 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold watch 1948 over the years, but those made by Patek Philippe, Rolex and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A gold watch 1948 can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 6 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and round cut versions for sale. When shopping for a gold watch 1948, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Gold Watch 1948?

Prices for a gold watch 1948 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $346 and can go as high as $84,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,250.
Questions About Gold Watch 1948
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not gold watches are real gold depends on the timepiece. Some gold watches simply have a gold-toned finish and contain no real gold. Others feature a thin layer of gold plating over top of other precious metals. Luxury watch makers often use 18-karat gold, an alloy that is 75 percent real gold and 25 percent other metals. Find a large selection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    It depends on the brand but a Rolex gold watch is made in solid gold, while other brands may use gold capping or gold plating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, AP watches have gold. In fact, the Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet offers most of its timepieces in 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. Some models feature other materials, such as ceramic or stainless steel. Find a wide range of Audemars Piguet watches from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Whether Omega watches are gold depends on the timepiece. The luxury watchmaker does make pieces out of genuine rose, white and yellow gold, but also manufactures timepieces out of steel and other metals. Shop a collection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some Patek Philippe watches feature gold. The Swiss luxury watchmaker frequently works with white, yellow and rose gold for its alluring timepieces. Additionally, there are Patek Philippe watches made with platinum and combinations of precious metals. Explore a diverse assortment of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Rolex watches are made of real gold. Rolex exclusively uses 18 carat gold, durable for everyday use. Rolex watches are also made in steel, silver, and platinum.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To see if your watch is made of gold, open the back and look for a karat mark like “14K” or “18K.” Consult the brand’s website or an expert jeweler to find out if the watch is gold plated, filled, or solid gold. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary gold watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Panerai does indeed make gold watches. Depending on the style, the gold will be mixed with other alloys to create a certain look or to add durability to the gold itself. You can shop a collection of Panerai watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Bulova watches are made from real gold. Bulova makes gold watches that range from nine karat to 24 karat gold, with a select few watches being entirely solid gold. Always purchase Bulova watches from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a large selection of authentic Bulova watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, some Gruen watches are made with gold. Founded by Dietrich Grün in 1908, the Gruen Watch Company was once one of the largest watch manufacturers in the U.S. Guren watches are most famously associated with the James Bond films in the 1960s and early 1970s. Shop a selection of vintage Gruen watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Omega Constellation watches are made of gold. Omega is a Swiss luxury watchmaker based in Switzerland. The company was founded in 1848 and has earned a fine reputation as a reliable brand. Find a collection of expertly vetted Omega Constellation watches from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Geneva watches are real gold. They're made with 14-karat gold and are never gold-plated.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not Elgin watches are gold depends on the timepiece in question. The watchmaker did produce pocket watches and wristwatches out of 10-karat, 14-karat and 18-karat gold, but some timepieces are just goldtone metal. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Elgin watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether Gruen watches are made out of gold depends on the timepiece. Generally, gold-toned watches produced by the American watchmaker feature genuine 18-karat gold plating. Plating is a thin layer of a precious metal applied over a base metal. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Gruen watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, some Audemars Piguet watches are made of gold. The Swiss luxury watchmaker produces timepieces out of yellow, rose and white gold, as well as other materials like ceramic, platinum and titanium. One of Audemars Piguet's most acclaimed finishes is frosted gold. To create it, artisans employ an ancient Florentine hammering technique that gives the precious metal a sparkling diamond-like appearance. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Audemars Piguet gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are indeed made with real gold. The luxury watch maker exclusively uses platinum or 18 karat gold in its designs. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can tell if your watch case is gold by opening the back and looking for a karat mark like “14K” or “18K.” Consult the brand’s website or an expert jeweler to check the exact composition of the gold. Find a collection of antique and contemporary gold watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rolex has made watches of 14k gold in the past. While 18k gold is now standard for most watches and jewelry, including Rolex watches, there are popular models of Rolex watches from its past line-ups that were made of 14k gold. Find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.