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Vintage Mid Century Hamilton 14k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch
Vintage Mid Century Hamilton 14k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch

Vintage Mid Century Hamilton 14k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

A striking mid-century Hamilton wristwatch crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, showcasing the bold

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Mid Century 10k Yellow Gold Hamilton Watch Hand Wind Watch
Vintage Mid Century 10k Yellow Gold Hamilton Watch Hand Wind Watch

Vintage Mid Century 10k Yellow Gold Hamilton Watch Hand Wind Watch

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

A classic mid-century Hamilton wristwatch crafted in 10k yellow gold, embodying the refined

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

10k Gold

Hamilton Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Hamilton Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Hamilton Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's Hamilton 14k yellow gold wristwatch. Rectangle dial with 9 row mesh 14k yellow gold band

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s
Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s

By Hamilton

Located in Wailea, HI

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s A striking example of Hamilton’s Art

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Yellow Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch
Hamilton Yellow Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch

Hamilton Yellow Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Hamilton "Top Hat" Model Wrist Watch, 39 X 21 MM 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case. 17

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Stainless Steel Art Deco Style Wristwatch, circa 1950s High Grade
Hamilton Stainless Steel Art Deco Style Wristwatch, circa 1950s High Grade

Hamilton Stainless Steel Art Deco Style Wristwatch, circa 1950s High Grade

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Art Deco Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Wristwatch, circa 1950's
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Wristwatch, circa 1950's

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Wristwatch, circa 1950's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

numerals are done in 18Kt. gold. Hamilton built the navigational chronometers used by the US Navy during WW

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Vintage Hamilton Platinum & Palladium Diamond Watch
Vintage Hamilton Platinum & Palladium Diamond Watch

Vintage Hamilton Platinum & Palladium Diamond Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Ladies vintage Hamilton platinum and palladium diamond wristwatch. The case is stamped .900 Plat

Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Palladium, Platinum

Hamilton Pink Gold Filled Ladies Art Deco Watch circa
Hamilton Pink Gold Filled Ladies Art Deco Watch circa

Hamilton Pink Gold Filled Ladies Art Deco Watch circa

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920's
Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920's

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold "Spur" Watch circa 1920's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

box. This was one of Hamiltons most legendary wristwatches and it is exceptional condition. Since it

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Automatic Chronograph Men's Watch, 42mm, Swiss
Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Automatic Chronograph Men's Watch, 42mm, Swiss

Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Automatic Chronograph Men's Watch, 42mm, Swiss

By Hamilton

Located in Braintree, GB

Hamilton Khaki Navy Sub Auto Chronograph men's wristwatch. Reference Nr. H787160 Made in

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade
Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade

Hamilton Platinum & Diamond Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1940's High Grade

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s
Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s

Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's
Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's

Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold Dress Watch with Original Diamond Bezel 1950's
Hamilton 14Kt White Gold Dress Watch with Original Diamond Bezel 1950's

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold Dress Watch with Original Diamond Bezel 1950's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style with Covered Lugs from 1940's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Unique Dial

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931 with Original Dial & Hands
Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931 with Original Dial & Hands

Hamilton White Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1931 with Original Dial & Hands

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

watches to the US military. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, White Gold

Hamilton 14K Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Presentation Back from 1932
Hamilton 14K Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Presentation Back from 1932

Hamilton 14K Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Presentation Back from 1932

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

. In 1917, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

1950 Hamilton Thin-O-Matic Wristwatch w/ Black Dial on Leather Band
1950 Hamilton Thin-O-Matic Wristwatch w/ Black Dial on Leather Band

1950 Hamilton Thin-O-Matic Wristwatch w/ Black Dial on Leather Band

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Hamilton u246 Thinomatic manual wind wristwatch with black dial on leather band. This

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Steel

Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s
Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s

Hamilton Platinum Ladies Art Deco Styled Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1940s

Located in Long Beach, CA

, Hamilton introduced its first wristwatch for service men entering the first World War. The wristwatch

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

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Hand-Winding 14 Karat Gold Filled 1950s Vintage Hamilton Wristwatch
Hand-Winding 14 Karat Gold Filled 1950s Vintage Hamilton Wristwatch

Hand-Winding 14 Karat Gold Filled 1950s Vintage Hamilton Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Carlisle, GB

Hand-winding 14K Gold Filled 1940’s Vintage Hamilton Wristwatch. This beautiful vintage watch is

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Wristwatch with Diamond-Set Dial

Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Wristwatch with Diamond-Set Dial

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

A platinum Hamilton wristwatch, set with diamonds on the indexes, manual-wind mechanical movement

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Hamilton Watch
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Hamilton Watch

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Hamilton Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's 14 karat yellow gold customized Hamilton wristwatch with 17 jewel Swiss movement. It is set

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Hamilton Diamond, Platinum Wristwatch
Hamilton Diamond, Platinum Wristwatch

Hamilton Diamond, Platinum Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Pleasant Hill, CA

This pristine diamond enhanced wristwatch, has square white dial, applied dot and baton hour

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This Hamilton Art Deco watch is a classic! This watch is all platinum marked 10% irid Plat. There

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton ladies Platinum Diamond automatic Wristwatch
Hamilton ladies Platinum Diamond automatic Wristwatch

Hamilton ladies Platinum Diamond automatic Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

This dignified Hamilton diamond wristwatch from the mid 1900’s features 2-Old European cut diamonds

Category

20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Stainless Steel Tropical Military Wristwatch
Hamilton Stainless Steel Tropical Military Wristwatch

Hamilton Stainless Steel Tropical Military Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

Hamilton UK General Service Mark with hacking calibre Cal. 684 for Abu Dhabi Defense Forces

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gents Hamilton Fleetwood Manual Wristwatch Ref W503411
Gents Hamilton Fleetwood Manual Wristwatch Ref W503411

Gents Hamilton Fleetwood Manual Wristwatch Ref W503411

By Hamilton

Located in Surfside, FL

Gents Hamilton 14k case, 14k bezel, leather leather band with two piece clasp. Manual movement

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hamilton Gilbert Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Hamilton Gilbert Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch

Hamilton Gilbert Vintage Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Hamilton Gilbert in 14k yellow gold on a gold plated Speidel stretch bracelet. Manual wind

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold Plate

Hamilton Jazz H32612555 Wristwatch with Box and Papers
Hamilton Jazz H32612555 Wristwatch with Box and Papers

Hamilton Jazz H32612555 Wristwatch with Box and Papers

By Hamilton

Located in Epsom, Surrey

This Hamilton has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch

Category

Early 2000s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Stainless Steel Jazz Automatic quartz Wristwatch Ref H326120
Hamilton Stainless Steel Jazz Automatic quartz Wristwatch Ref H326120

Hamilton Stainless Steel Jazz Automatic quartz Wristwatch Ref H326120

By Hamilton

Located in Epsom, Surrey

This is a Pre-owned Hamilton Jazz. It has a 42mm Steel Case, a Silver dial featuring 3 sub dials, a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold Bentley manual wind wristwatch, circa 1939
Hamilton Yellow Gold Bentley manual wind wristwatch, circa 1939

Hamilton Yellow Gold Bentley manual wind wristwatch, circa 1939

By Hamilton

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage man’s Hamilton 14K YG “Bentley” model. The Bentley is one of the most distinctive case

Category

Vintage 1930s American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton Yellow Gold Art Deco Piping Rock Manual Wind Wristwatch
Hamilton Yellow Gold Art Deco Piping Rock Manual Wind Wristwatch

Hamilton Yellow Gold Art Deco Piping Rock Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

Hamilton "Piping Rock " 14 K Yellow Gold with Black Enamel Bezel. Classic Art Deco Roman Numerals

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Lady Hamilton Platinum Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch 1.50ct, circa 1950s
Lady Hamilton Platinum Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch 1.50ct, circa 1950s

Lady Hamilton Platinum Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch 1.50ct, circa 1950s

By Hamilton

Located in West Hollywood, CA

An especially pretty design, lady Hamilton diamond encrusted hinged platinum case lady circa 1950

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton 10k Gold Filled Wristwatch with Brown Leather Band, 21mm
Hamilton 10k Gold Filled Wristwatch with Brown Leather Band, 21mm

Hamilton 10k Gold Filled Wristwatch with Brown Leather Band, 21mm

By Hamilton

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Manual Movement #753. Movement Serial #6728F. Case #S856369. Weight: 26.1 grams. Does not include the original box or paperwork. This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty...

Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled

Hamilton Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond “Peek-a-boo” Manual Wristwatch, circa 1955
Hamilton Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond “Peek-a-boo” Manual Wristwatch, circa 1955

Hamilton Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond “Peek-a-boo” Manual Wristwatch, circa 1955

By Hamilton

Located in Metairie, LA

Hamilton watch case hidden inside of an incredibly ornate gold and diamond bracelet. The bracelet has been

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Hamilton Platinum Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
Oscar Heyman Hamilton Platinum Diamond Quartz Wristwatch

Oscar Heyman Hamilton Platinum Diamond Quartz Wristwatch

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W 0.55 in D 0.25 in L 6.75 in

Oscar Heyman Hamilton Platinum Diamond Quartz Wristwatch

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Dallas, TX

throughout. Dial says Hamilton, but converted some time ago to quartz with new battery. The case contains

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Boston, MA

An art deco period ladies platinum, and diamond Hamilton wrist watch. Set throughout with forty

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ladies Hamilton Wristwatch 7.79ctw Fine Diamond Platinum Case Bracelet
Vintage Ladies Hamilton Wristwatch 7.79ctw Fine Diamond Platinum Case Bracelet

Vintage Ladies Hamilton Wristwatch 7.79ctw Fine Diamond Platinum Case Bracelet

By Hamilton

Located in Montclair, NJ

's. The watch features an American-made, 17 jewel, Hamilton 750 movement that is hand-wound and keeps

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14k White Gold Hamilton Ladies Diamond Hidden Watch 2.64cttw - 25.4g
Vintage 14k White Gold Hamilton Ladies Diamond Hidden Watch 2.64cttw - 25.4g

Vintage 14k White Gold Hamilton Ladies Diamond Hidden Watch 2.64cttw - 25.4g

By Hamilton

Located in Providence, RI

This elegant ladies' Hamilton wristwatch blends luxury with vintage charm. Crafted from solid 14k

Category

20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s-1960s Hamilton Diamond Ladies Watch, 14k Gold 2 Year Warranty .62 Carat
1950s-1960s Hamilton Diamond Ladies Watch, 14k Gold 2 Year Warranty .62 Carat

1950s-1960s Hamilton Diamond Ladies Watch, 14k Gold 2 Year Warranty .62 Carat

By Hamilton

Located in Greensboro, NC

This is an authentic Hamilton wristwatch. The watch has been professionally serviced and comes with

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Lady's Hamilton 6.50 Carats Diamond Wristwatch Built with Hamilton quality and attention to

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Bezel Wristwatch
Hamilton Platinum Diamond Bezel Wristwatch

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Bezel Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Gabled Crystal Diamond Bezel

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

HAMILTON Flight II Wristwatch circa 1950s
HAMILTON Flight II Wristwatch circa 1950s

HAMILTON Flight II Wristwatch circa 1950s

By Hamilton

Located in Chicago, IL

Original 1950s futureistic Flight II wristwatch by Hamilton, 10k gold-filled case, manual-wind 22

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches

Hamilton "Sedgman" 14-Karat Gold Wristwatch
Hamilton "Sedgman" 14-Karat Gold Wristwatch

Hamilton "Sedgman" 14-Karat Gold Wristwatch

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H 1.6 in W 1.3 in D 0.5 in

Hamilton "Sedgman" 14-Karat Gold Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Hamilton "Sedgman" men's wristwatch from 1952 in solid 14-karat yellow gold case. Movement is hand

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Hamilton Lady's Diamond and Platinum Wristwatch
Hamilton Lady's Diamond and Platinum Wristwatch

Hamilton Lady's Diamond and Platinum Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classy and timeless diamond lady's watch created by renowned American firm Hamilton in the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches

Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Dallas, TX

Manual winding. 14k white gold case with diamond bezel and Art Deco style lugs (16mm diameter). Ivory colored dial with black Arabic numerals. 14k White gold rope bracelet with safet...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Art Deco STYLE / REFERENCE: METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 22mm X 12mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / 712/2652 Caliber DIAL / HAN...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Dallas, TX

Manual winding. 14k white gold case with diamond bezel and Art Deco style lugs (16mm diameter). Ivory colored dial with black Arabic numerals. 14k White gold rope bracelet with safet...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Southampton, PA

This watch is its own enthralling piece of jewelry. Forged from Platinum, this antique is pieced together in intricate detail, spinning patterns into cohesive design guaranteed to dr...

Category

20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Platinum "Top Hat" Manual Wind Wristwatch
Hamilton Platinum "Top Hat" Manual Wind Wristwatch

Hamilton Platinum "Top Hat" Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940 Hamilton "Top Hat" model Wrist watch, Platinum 2 Piece case measuring 1 5/8 x 1 Inch. 17

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Lady's White Gold and Diamond Wristwatch
Hamilton Lady's White Gold and Diamond Wristwatch

Hamilton Lady's White Gold and Diamond Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Dallas, TX

Manual-wind movement. 14k white gold case with diamond bezel and lugs, 16mm x 38mm. Silvered dial. Black rope strap band with safety chain clasp.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s
Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s

Hamilton Platinum Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1930s

By Hamilton

Located in Wailea, HI

Platinum Art Deco Hamilton Diamond Watch Circa 1930's This is Art Deco Sixty Six Round and

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Cape May, NJ

A 5 Carat Art Deco Platinum Hamilton 1940's Cocktail Watch. The watch is in excellent estate

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton stainless Steel Men in Black LCD Wristwatch
Hamilton stainless Steel Men in Black LCD Wristwatch

Hamilton stainless Steel Men in Black LCD Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

HAMILTON "Men in Black" LCD, limited edition. Steel, steel bracelet. Multifunction. Neuve. Box

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2010s American Wrist Watches

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Synthetic Sapphire Dress Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Synthetic Sapphire Dress Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Synthetic Sapphire Dress Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Beautiful ladies diamond and platinum watch by Hamilton with synthetic sapphire accents. This is a

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Art Deco Cocktail Wristwatch
Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Art Deco Cocktail Wristwatch

Hamilton Lady's Platinum Diamond Art Deco Cocktail Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine ladies Hamilton watch in platinum with 4.32 carat (total) diamonds; part of our vintage

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Lady's White Gold Diamond Flip Cover Wristwatch
Hamilton Lady's White Gold Diamond Flip Cover Wristwatch

Hamilton Lady's White Gold Diamond Flip Cover Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

A beautiful ladies Hamilton watch. The watch features a hidden dial, in all 14k white gold with

Category

Mid-20th Century American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Vintage manual wind Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Vintage manual wind Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Vintage manual wind Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 15mm platinum case accented with diamonds Band: platinum and diamond bracelet, fits up to a 6.75-inch wrist Dial: silvered dial, ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton 1940s Lady's Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Hamilton 1940s Lady's Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

Hamilton 1940s Lady's Platinum and Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful bracelet style watch is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. This petite bracelet style watch features Emerald and Round cut diamonds. Measures 6.5" le...

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton 14K White Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds
Hamilton 14K White Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds

Hamilton 14K White Gold Vintage Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds

By Hamilton

Located in Media, PA

Exceptional Hamilton Vintage Ladies Wristwatch with VS Diamonds Elegantly Made with Numerous VS

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold
Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold

Hamilton Watch Retro Ladies Wristwatch Diamond 14k White Gold

By Hamilton

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A classic Hamilton watch from the Retro era, features diamonds, crafted of 14k white gold. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Lady’s Wristwatch, Signed “Hamilton”
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Lady’s Wristwatch, Signed “Hamilton”

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Lady’s Wristwatch, Signed “Hamilton”

By Hamilton

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

wristwatch wears like fine jewelry with the added function of time-telling. Note the tapered baguette end

Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Platinum Round and Baguette Diamond Vintage manual Wristwatch
Hamilton Platinum Round and Baguette Diamond Vintage manual Wristwatch

Hamilton Platinum Round and Baguette Diamond Vintage manual Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Material: platinum Round Diamonds: 166 round brilliants cuts = 5.84 carat weight Baguette Diamonds: 32 baguette cuts = 5.12 carat weigh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Vintage manual wind Wristwatch
Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Vintage manual wind Wristwatch

Hamilton Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Vintage manual wind Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 14mm 14k rose gold case with diamonds, rubies, square acrylic crystal Band: 14k rose gold links and clasp with safety chain Gemst...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Hamilton Yellow and White Gold Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson Presentation Wristwatch
Hamilton Yellow and White Gold Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson Presentation Wristwatch

Hamilton Yellow and White Gold Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson Presentation Wristwatch

By Hamilton

Located in Dallas, TX

Grade 500, electric. White and yellow gold filled, two body (45mm x 32mm); case back engraved "Presented to Senator Lyndon B. Johnson by the McDowell County Democrats Welch, W. ...

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99
Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99

Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99

By Hamilton

Located in London, GB

This Hamilton British Ministry of Defence wristwatch was produced for the RAF around 1975

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99
Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99

Hamilton British Military W10-6645-99

By Hamilton

Located in London, GB

This Hamilton British Ministry of Defence wristwatch was produced for the RAF around 1973

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch

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H 0.3 in W 1.13 in Dm 0.64 in

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch

By Hamilton

Located in Addison, TX

: Hamilton Type: Wristwatch Weight: 20.9 grams Dial color: Black Case Material: 14K White Gold Case back

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Steel Military Timer Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1940s
Hamilton Steel Military Timer Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1940s

Hamilton Steel Military Timer Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1940s

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced Military Timer METAL

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modernist Pocket Watches

Hamilton Khaki Field Steel White Dial Hand Wind Mens Watch H69439411
Hamilton Khaki Field Steel White Dial Hand Wind Mens Watch H69439411

Hamilton Khaki Field Steel White Dial Hand Wind Mens Watch H69439411

By Hamilton

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-year Chronostore Warranty. Brand Hamilton Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number H69439411 Country

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Hamilton Wristwatch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the hamilton wristwatch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 91 antique edition and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect hamilton wristwatch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic hamilton wristwatch over the years, but those made by Hamilton, John Donald and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A hamilton wristwatch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 38, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for a hamilton wristwatch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Hamilton Wristwatch?

Prices for a hamilton wristwatch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $213 and can go as high as $33,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,650.

Hamilton for sale on 1stDibs

In an era when the safety of America’s bustling railroads absolutely depended on accurate timepieces for its conductors, watchmaker Hamilton pioneered cutting-edge, impossibly precise watches in a complex that spanned one square city block of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, during the late 19th century.

As railroad tracks were laid across the United States and steam locomotives began traversing vast distances, the American railroad system ran into a problem. Back then, time was not standardized across the country. Therefore, in 1883, the railroad companies established the four time zones as we know them today. But, despite setting these zones, train conductors were not always synchronized, leading to deadly accidents on the railroads.

Enter watchmaker Hamilton, founded in 1892. Railway workers would be required to wear a pocket watch, as the timepieces were responsible for keeping conductors on schedule, and the watchmaking industry — and early American pocket-watch manufacturers such as Hamilton, Elgin National Watch Company and the Waltham Watch Company — benefitted.

Hamilton’s pocket watches were extremely alluring to train conductors, who began buying them en masse. The East Coast company’s timepieces eventually earned the moniker “The Watch of Railroad Accuracy.”

Hamilton transitioned from pocket watches to wristwatches in 1914, as it supplied timepieces to American troops fighting in World War I. Wristwatches, naturally, were more convenient to wear and use in battle. The new style of watch was also appealing to aviators, and Hamilton aeronautical watches became all the rage among pilots, specifically those flying for the new U.S. Airmail service.

The general public’s interest in Hamilton watches grew rapidly in the 1920s. Legendary polar explorer Admiral Richard E. Byrd timed his historic flights over glaciers and chunks of sea ice with a Hamilton pocket watch in the late 1920s, and a Hamilton timepiece used by Byrd during these expeditions went on display in 2018 at the National Watch & Clock Museum.

Hamilton’s Piping Rock watch, an Art Deco–inspired design that featured elegant Roman numerals set in black for the hour markers, made its debut in 1928 and was gifted to the New York Yankees to celebrate their World Series win that year. The model was also featured in the film Shanghai Express alongside the brand’s Flintridge watch, further expanding Hamilton’s popularity. (Hamilton watches can also be seen in the films The Frogmen, Blue Hawaii, 2001: A Space Odyssey and Men in Black.)

In the second half of the 20th century, Hamilton became well known for several innovations: It developed the first-ever battery-operated electric watch, the Ventura, in 1957, as well as the first-ever digital wristwatch, the Hamilton Pulsar Time Computer, in 1970. Three years later, superspy and watch enthusiast James Bond donned a Pulsar in Live and Let Die.

Today, the company is part of the Swatch Group, and its headquarters and production facilities relocated from Pennsylvania to Switzerland in 2003.

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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.

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