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Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001
Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001

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H 1.3 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.3 in

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. This watch was never worn. No original box and papers. Comes with a Chronostore box and

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond Pink Dial Ladies Watch CD152510M002
Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond Pink Dial Ladies Watch CD152510M002

Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond Pink Dial Ladies Watch CD152510M002

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Details: Brand: Dior Model: Dior VIII Montaigne Model Number: CD152510M002 Movement: Mechanical

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Bulova Dior Vintage Ladies 14 Karat Watch Diamond Dial
Bulova Dior Vintage Ladies 14 Karat Watch Diamond Dial

Bulova Dior Vintage Ladies 14 Karat Watch Diamond Dial

Located in New York, NY

Bulova Ladies Vintage Watch is in working condition good condition overall gorgeous band deco

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Late 20th Century American Wrist Watches

Christian Dior Paris, France. Ladies' wristwatch in stainless steel. 1980s.
Christian Dior Paris, France. Ladies' wristwatch in stainless steel. 1980s.

Christian Dior Paris, France. Ladies' wristwatch in stainless steel. 1980s.

By Christian Dior

Located in bronshoj, DK

Christian Dior Paris, France. Ladies' wristwatch in stainless steel. 1980s. Serial number: EB0186

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond MOP Dial Ladies CD1521I0M001
Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond MOP Dial Ladies CD1521I0M001

Christian Dior VIII Montaigne Steel Diamond MOP Dial Ladies CD1521I0M001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

. Brand: Dior Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: CD1521I0M001 Country/Region of

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Christian Dior Paris Ladies Watch
Christian Dior Paris Ladies Watch

Christian Dior Paris Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in Jackson Heights, NY

Christian Dior Swiss St. Steel Band= 15mm Thickness= 5mm Quartz Movement

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2010s French Contemporary Vanity Items

Materials

Stainless Steel

Christian Dior Christal Diamond Ladies Watch
Christian Dior Christal Diamond Ladies Watch

Christian Dior Christal Diamond Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in Dallas, TX

Christian Dior Christal Diamond Ladies Watch - Quartz. Stainless steel case (33 mm) with pave

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch
Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch
Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 Ceramic Quartz Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered by

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamonds Quartz Ladies Watch CD1241E0C001
Christian Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamonds Quartz Ladies Watch CD1241E0C001

Christian Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamonds Quartz Ladies Watch CD1241E0C001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

This display model Christian Dior VIII CD1241E0C001 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Christian Dior Christal White Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Watch CD11311CM001
Christian Dior Christal White Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Watch CD11311CM001

Christian Dior Christal White Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Watch CD11311CM001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

This display model Christian Dior Christal CD11311CM001 is a beautiful Women's timepiece that is

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Christian Dior Christal Steel Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch CD113512M001
Christian Dior Christal Steel Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch CD113512M001

Christian Dior Christal Steel Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch CD113512M001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

guarantee return. The buyer can authenticate the watch at any boutique or dealership within 14 days * Please

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001
Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E4C001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. This watch was never worn. No original box and papers. Comes with a Chronostore box and

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E1C001
Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E1C001

Christian Dior VIII 33mm Ceramic Diamond Black Dial Ladies Watch CD1231E1C001

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period * Kindly be aware that

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 MOP Hi Tech Ceramic Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch
Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 MOP Hi Tech Ceramic Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch

Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 MOP Hi Tech Ceramic Diamond Quartz Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

This display model Christian Dior VIII CD1221E4C001 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Dior Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond La D de Dior Quartz Wristwatch
Dior Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond La D de Dior Quartz Wristwatch

Dior Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond La D de Dior Quartz Wristwatch

By Christian Dior

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

The D of Dior Steel, white leather strap Diamond crown Silvered dial Quartz 33mm Waterproof Swiss

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Christian Dior Ladies Wristwatch
Christian Dior Ladies Wristwatch

Christian Dior Ladies Wristwatch

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Christian Dior Ladies wristwatch

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Christian Dior Christal CD112119 Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Christian Dior Christal CD112119 Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

Christian Dior Christal CD112119 Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Company - Christian Dior Model - Christal CD112119 Case Metal - Stainless Steel Case Measurement

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

New Ladies Christian Dior VIII Ceramic Steel Diamond Quartz Watch
New Ladies Christian Dior VIII Ceramic Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

New Ladies Christian Dior VIII Ceramic Steel Diamond Quartz Watch

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Brand Christian Dior Model Dior VIII CD1221E2 Gender Ladies Condition New Store Display Movement

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Dior VIII Red Dial Diamond Watch CD152110A004
Dior VIII Red Dial Diamond Watch CD152110A004

Dior VIII Red Dial Diamond Watch CD152110A004

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond ladies quartz watch made by Dior. Case is 33mm. Blue leather band - 7.75

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Dior VIII Peach Dial Diamond Watch CD152110M006
Dior VIII Peach Dial Diamond Watch CD152110M006

Dior VIII Peach Dial Diamond Watch CD152110M006

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond ladies quartz watch made by Dior. Case 33mm, stainless steel band will fit

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamond Watch CD1231E0C002
Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamond Watch CD1231E0C002

Dior VIII Black Ceramic Diamond Watch CD1231E0C002

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Black Ceramic Diamond ladies automatic watch made by Dior. Case 33mm, black ceramic band will fit

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Dior La D de Dior Satine Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD047111M001
Dior La D de Dior Satine Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD047111M001

Dior La D de Dior Satine Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD047111M001

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond MOP ladies quartz watch made by Dior. Case 25mm, Bracelet adjustable up to

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel

Dior Grand Bal Plisse Soleil Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD153B10M002
Dior Grand Bal Plisse Soleil Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD153B10M002

Dior Grand Bal Plisse Soleil Mother of Pearl Diamond Watch CD153B10M002

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond MOP ladies automatic watch made by Dior. Case 38mm, stainless steel band

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

La D de Dior Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Satine Watch CD043115M002
La D de Dior Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Satine Watch CD043115M002

La D de Dior Pink Mother of Pearl Diamond Satine Watch CD043115M002

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond pink MOP ladies quartz watch made by Dior. Case 36mm, adjustable stainless

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Stainless Steel

Dior VIII Automatic Diamond White Ceramic Watch CD1245E3C003
Dior VIII Automatic Diamond White Ceramic Watch CD1245E3C003

Dior VIII Automatic Diamond White Ceramic Watch CD1245E3C003

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

White Ceramic Diamond ladies automatic watch made by Dior. Case 39mm, Bracelet will fit up to 8

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Dior Grand Bal Plisse Ruban Diamond MOP Automatic Watch CD153B10M004
Dior Grand Bal Plisse Ruban Diamond MOP Automatic Watch CD153B10M004

Dior Grand Bal Plisse Ruban Diamond MOP Automatic Watch CD153B10M004

By Christian Dior

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Stainless Steel diamond MOP ladies automatic watch made by Dior. Case 36mm, stainless steel band

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Couture Bulova For Christian Dior 14 Karat Gold White Dial Ladies Wristwatch
Couture Bulova For Christian Dior 14 Karat Gold White Dial Ladies Wristwatch

Couture Bulova For Christian Dior 14 Karat Gold White Dial Ladies Wristwatch

By Bulova

Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL

Vintage late 1960s couture ladies watch by Bulova for Christian Dior. Features a solid 14K yellow

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Lady's Stainless Steel Diamond Baby "D" Quartz Wristwatch
Christian Dior Lady's Stainless Steel Diamond Baby "D" Quartz Wristwatch

Christian Dior Lady's Stainless Steel Diamond Baby "D" Quartz Wristwatch

By Christian Dior

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Christian Dior Baby "D" Ladies Diamond Watch. Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

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Ladies Dior Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the ladies dior watch 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 Stainless Steel, 14k Gold and Gold. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 22 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ladies dior watch 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. Finding an appealing ladies dior watch — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Dior each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A ladies dior watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a ladies dior watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Ladies Dior Watch?

The price for a ladies dior watch starts at $450 and tops out at $8,075 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,250.

Christian Dior for sale on 1stDibs

When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.

This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.

Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.

And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”

Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.

In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.

On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.

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.

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