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Large Numbered Watches Ladies

1970 Vintage Omega 18k white gold Ladies watch
By Omega
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage Ladies 18k gold Omega watch Case size 23 mm, and openwork bracelet in 'eights'. Excellent
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Longines Equestrian Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch L6.137.4.73.2
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Model Number: L6.137.4.73.2 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Dress/Formal Model
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Chopard Happy Diamonds - 18k Solid Yellow Gold - Elegant Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Up for sale is a vintage "Happy Diamonds" ladies' cocktail watch with reference number 4097, made
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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines Primaluna Two Tone Steel White MOP Dial Ladies Watch L8.112.5.83.6
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Excellent condition. This watch has an 18k rose gold plated bezel and links. Original box
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Raymond Weil Jasmine Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5229-ST-01659
By Raymond Weil
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Raymond Weil Jasmine Quartz Ladies Watch 5229-ST-01659. The serial number is Polished off
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1920's Eberhard Hermetic 15J, Sterling Silver, Trench Watch Totally Restored
By Eberhard & Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
have been an avid vintage watch collector for years. My soft spot is 1900-1935 American watches. I
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wrist Watches

18C Japanese Porcelain Charger Edo Period Garden Scene Shou Lao Ladies Dogs
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you a large Japanese Porcelain dish (37cm) with a quite unusual Imari scene of a women
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

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Omega Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch with Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Atlanta, GA
Basic Info Listing number NB00006 Brand Omega Movement Manual Case Material 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet material 14K Yellow Gold Condition G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Omega Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch with Diamonds
Omega Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch with Diamonds
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W 0.91 in D 0.2 in L 5.91 in
Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
By Croton
Located in Addison, TX
A stunning Ladies true vintage 14k white gold croton diamond watch. The vintage patina look is something that is desired by majority of vintage jewelry buyers. We are happy to do a c...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
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H 0.57 in W 0.29 in Dm 0.58 in
Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Diamonds Mechanical Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Lady's Chopard, Gold Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain Bracelet with Diamonds featuring 28 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds with an estimated weight of .40 Ct. Mechanical Movement #84...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Plated Rectangular Art Deco Style Watch w Crocodile Strap by Waltham, 1940s
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 9" total length - Rolled gold plate - Dark brown Crocodile leather strap - Mechanical movement - By Waltham - Circa 1940s - Estate acquired - Good vintage co...
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950
By Hamilton
Located in valatie, NY
Late Retro Ladies Hamilton Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch, c1950 with assorted diamonds. Total diamond weight approximately 1.02 carats. The original 17 jewel movement housed in a e...
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20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Chopard Happy Diamonds 25MM 4118 1 Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Chopard Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 59.70 grams Ladies 18K yellow gold diamond Chopard Swiss made watch. Engraved with "750". The "Chopard" trademar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Ref 4265 Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 4265 Ladies wrist watch, 23 x 22 M.M 18k Yellow Gold Cushion shape 2 piece case with twisted Rope style case and bezel. 18 Jewel Mechanical, manu...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Concord Delirium Quartz with Diamond Dial and Bezel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model: Delirium Serial #946789 Movement #ETA Quartz E 03001 18k Yellow Gold Case w/ Diamond Bezel 20 mm Wide (21 mm w/ Crown) 23 mm Long Lug-to-Lug Width = 16 mm Lug-to-Lug Length = ...
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Lipton Wristwatch from 1944
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Lipton METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1944 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm x Diameter 29mm MOVEMENT / ...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Chopard Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial 18 Karat Watch in Stock
By Chopard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company: Chopard Model: Classic Serial #: 439847 Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Case Diameter: 24 mm Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold Bezel: Pave Set Diamond Bezel and Lugs Dial: Mother of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies 21 Karat Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Constellation Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Atlanta, GA
Omega Constellation Ladies Wrist Watch - 21 Karat Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel Features: Case diameter: 23 millimeters without crown, 25 millimeters with crown Stainless Steel Case ...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Omega gold and diamond concealed bracelet watch from the mid-20th century makes keeping time a thrill. Composed of ten flexible bombé sections, the polished gold rid...
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Vintage 1960s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
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5.45 Carat Multi Tourmaline Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Tourmaline Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut tourmalines. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi tourmaline beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry inst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel 1999 ecru ersey 2.55 dark silver ruthenium hardware
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel bag model 2.55 format 24 in ecru wool jersey with horizontal quilting, 2.55 clasp with logo and shoulder strap (carried on the shoulder and crossbody) in aged silver metal cha...
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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Longines Saint Imier Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Ladies Watch L25630876
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Display Model Longines Saint Imier Stainless Steel White Diamond Dial Automatic Ladies Watch L2.563.0.87.6 This Beautiful Timepiece Features: Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet, Fixed D...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Solid 14k Gold Watch
By Omega
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add a sleek and cool Omega watch to your collection. Such a perfect piece for everyday wear because of its minimal design and solid 14k gold composition. This would be a perfect piec...
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Solid 14k Gold Watch
Omega Solid 14k Gold Watch
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Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch Model Number 4808 100% Authentic New / Old stock Comes with a
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch Model Number 4808 100% Authentic New / Old Stock Comes with a
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chronoswiss Swing 18K Rose Gold MOP DIA Dial Automatic Ladies Watch CH 2821LLRSW
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
) Model: Swing Display: Analog Serial Number: CH 2821 LL R SW Watch Shape: Round Year of Manufacture
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Phantere Vendome Ladies Watch in Gold and Steel
By Cartier
Located in Bilbao, ES
Ladies Watch Number 839640021. Very Good condition. Band Shows Minor Slacks Due to the Age of the Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rado Integral Jubile Black Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Quartz Watch R20789762
By RADO
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Rado Integral Jubile Black Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Quartz Watch R20789762. This Beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Hamilton Platinum 4.44ct Round Diamond Ladies Fancy Dress Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very fancy vintage Hamilton ladies' watch that was mounted in the most elegantly
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rado Integral Jubile Black Dial Steel Ceramic Ladies Quartz Watch R20789762
By RADO
Located in New York, NY
closes with a fold over clasp. This watch comes with original box and papers. It backed by a three year
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Raymond Weil Jasmine Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5235-ST-01659
By Raymond Weil
Located in New York, NY
New Without Tags Raymond Weil Jasmine 35mm Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5235-ST-01659
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Raymond Weil Jasmine Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5229-ST-01659
By Raymond Weil
Located in New York, NY
Store Display Model Raymond Weil Jasmine Quartz Ladies Watch 5229-ST-01659 This Beautiful Timepiece
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Raymond Weil Jasmine Stainless Steel MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5235-STC-00970
By Raymond Weil
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Raymond Weil Jasmine Stainless Steel MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 5235-STC-00970. The
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Tourneau 14k Gold 1.17ct Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Luxury Watch
By Tourneau
Located in Montclair, NJ
This fancy and super elegant ladies' wrist watch by Tourneau is completely crafted from solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Ladies Tourneau 14k Gold 1.17ct Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Luxury Watch
By Tourneau
Located in Montclair, NJ
This fancy and super elegant ladies' wrist watch by Tourneau is completely crafted from solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Ladies Cartier Santos 18K 750 Solid Gold Watch W Papers and Box 1569 One Owner
By Cartier
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
This beautiful lady's Cartier Santos watch was purchased in Germany in 1995. It has had one owner
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zenith Baby Star Elite Ladies Rose Gold Automatic Wristwatch
By Zenith
Located in Webster, NY
This beautiful Zenith ladies watch is Zenith’s “Baby Star Elite” Model. The 18K Rose Gold watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco Stunning and Original Ladies Manual Wristwatch by Didsheim, circa 1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this super rare and classic Art Deco ladies manual wind up wrist watch
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

PIAGET Lady's White Gold and Diamond Miss Protocole XL Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
: Piaget Style Number: G0A29020 Also Called: GOA29020 Series: Miss Protocole XL (Large) Style
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Millenary 77247BC.ZZ.A813CR.01 18 Karat Gold Hand Wind Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Brand Audemars Piguet Series Millenary Model Model Number 77247BC.ZZ.A813CR.01 Movement Mechanical
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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire Large 18k Gold with Diamonds WB520003
By Cartier
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Cartier Baignoire Large 18k Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WB520003. Manual winding movement. 18k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier ladies' dress watch, on a large gold belcher link bracelet, mounted in 18ct
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Vintage 1960s British Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Roles Datejust 31mm Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Ref: 6827
By Rolex
Located in București, RO
craftsmanship of that era. The model number 6827 denotes a mid-size 31mm Datejust. This is slightly larger than
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rolex 1995 Pearlmaster Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in Birmingham, AL
Absolutely Gorgeous Ladies Rolex Pearlmaster Watch! This was made in 1995 and is in Excellent
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Spectacular Early 20th C. Italian Venetian Mirror w/Canted Corners
Located in Chicago, IL
mirror could easily be utilized a number of places, be it the entry foyer welcoming you and your guests
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Vintage 1930s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Huge Original Art Nouveau circa 1889 Cold Painted Bronzed Clock by Seth Thomas
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in GB
manufacturing boom there were a large number of companies producing these inexpensive yet very functional and
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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Retro Mauboussin Trabert Hoeffer Ruby and Diamond Gold Bangle, circa 1940s
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
number of historic jewels and gemstones which they would exhibit in order to draw potential clients in to
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch circa 1930s Handmade
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
. New York. Glycine supplied a large number of watches of this style to Tiffany because they were
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Hamilton Platinum 1.50ct Round Diamond Ladies Fancy Dress Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fancy vintage Hamilton ladies' watch crafted in solid platinum and is covered
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Diamond Jubilee Dial Rolex with Date-Just Wrist Watch, c. 2008
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
Rolex Vintage Ladies Rolex wrist watch - 100% authentic and guaranteed to be Rolex. with the
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Must de Cartier Vendome 925 Argent Champagne Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 1861
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Must de Cartier Vendome Large Argent Champagne Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 1861. This
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Tourneau 14k Gold 1.17ct Diamond Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Luxury Watch
By Tourneau
Located in Montclair, NJ
This fancy and super elegant ladies' wrist watch by Tourneau is completely crafted from solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Cartier Ladies Diamond White Gold Baignoire Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
later christened the "Baignoire". This large model has an 18 karat white gold case with a skeleton
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 18k White Gold Captive Ladies Diamond Dial Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
buckle are signed by Cartier, with reference number 3245 and serial number. The watch is made of 18
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Nouveau Antique Swiss 14K Gold Pocket Watch with Old Cut Diamonds in Box
Located in Danvers, MA
larger but is definitely a ladies' watch) The finished weight with case and movement is 23.52 grams. In
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Salvador Dali - Original Signed Drawing - Ladies Dance
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
giraffes and melting watches became the artist's surrealist trademarks. His great craftsmanship allowed him
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1940s Surrealist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink

PATEK PHILIPPE Gold Bracelet Watch, 8", Documents
By Patek Philippe
Located in San Marcos, CA
PATEK PHILIPPE - need we say more? Model number: 3490/1 Serial number: 113xxxx (on watch and
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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Patek Philippe Nautilus Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Watch 7118/1200A-010
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
The Ladies Automatic Nautilus collection was updated to include a slightly larger diameter in case
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2010s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Stainless Steel

New, Unworn, Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Box and Card, Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
, this 36mm is a classic gents timepiece; along with being loved by some ladies desiring that larger
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1977 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel 6716 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
making durable, steel watches in ladies sizes Rolex not only did so, but made unique dials and diamond
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Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

A Large Complete 1890's Set of McLoughlin Bros Picture Blocks with Storage Box
By McLoughlin Brothers
Located in Fort mill, SC
engine and various cars and passengers from high fashion ladies to dirty cowboys watching out the windows
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Antique 1890s American American Empire Games

Materials

Wood, Paper

8.5 Foot Tall 17th Century Portrait Oil Painting of Sir Christopher Wren
By Sir Peter Lely
Located in Gallatin, TN
A very large 8.5 foot tall 17th Century full length portrait oil painting of Sir Christopher Wren
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17th Century Academic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
wonderful timepiece is still large enough for a man to wear and small enough to add to any ladies evening
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1940s Jaeger Vintage Hermes Yellow Gold 79829 Wristwatch
By Jaeger
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
popular in the mid-1900s. With 30mm x 13mm case size, this is an elegant ladies’ dress timepiece. More
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe La Flamme Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Sapphire Ladies Watch 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek La Flamme Ladies Watch Model Number 4808 100% Authentic New / Old stock Comes with a
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Large Numbered Watches Ladies For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of large numbered watches ladies. Frequently made of gold, steel and 18k gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 6 vintage versions or 5 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of large numbered watches ladies bearing Art Deco or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Cartier, Longines and Eberhard & Co. each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut and brilliant cut large numbered watches ladies for sale. When shopping our range of large numbered watches ladies, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Large Numbered Watches Ladies?

Prices for large numbered watches ladies can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $499 and can go as high as $63,200, while large numbered watches ladies, on average, fetch $2,778.

Finding the Right wrist-watches for You

Antique, new and vintage 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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