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LeCoultre gold fill manual pocket watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
LeCoultre Gold filled Pocket watch. Manual wind with alarm. Lid folds down so you can use it as a
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20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold-filled

Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage 1960's 14K White Gold LeCoultre ladies wristwatch, a true testament to
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1960s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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White Gold

Vintage  Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
 Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch 14K White Gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.79 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-Plated Metal Pocket Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Geneva, CH
Jaeger-LeCoultre. Gold-plated pocket watch. Signed and numbered. Original Jaeger-Lecoultre pouch
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Late 20th Century Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold Plate

Jaeger LeCoultre, Concealed Watch Bracelet
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold articulated panel concealed watch bracelet by Jaeger LeCoultre Length: 18.5cm
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1960s European Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

LeCoultre 1950 Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 LeCoultre Tank Wrist Watch, 29 x 21 M.M 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case with Flared Lugs
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre "Eye" Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare 1950's Jaeger LeCoultre 14K yellow gold "Eye" watch. The case and lug design
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Presented in an 18k solid Yellow gold case , the original Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date Calendar
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1950s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K Yellow Gold Triple Date Watch
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H 1.42 in W 0.32 in Dm 1.42 in
Jaeger LeCoultre Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind 922621
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A Jaeger LeCoultre watch in 18 karat yellow gold, manual wind 9226.21, circa 1980. This elegant
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1980s Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Silver Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A 39 mm vintage pendant pocket watch by Jaeger LeCoultre, crafted from 18k yellow gold. Featuring
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20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

LeCoultre Ladies Rose Gold Full Size Backwind Round Bracelet Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre / Bracelet Dress Watch STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18
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1940s Swiss Modernist Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre 17j Dia Dial 14k Solid Gold Ladies Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Vaughan, CA
Vintage Jaeger Lecoultre 17J Dia Dial Solid 14K Gold Watch. 14k yellow gold case, bezel and
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1950s Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Diamond, Gold

LeCoultre Ladies 14 Karat White Gold Midcentury Watch with Original Bracelet
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
rare modern mid-century design by the premier Swiss house of LeCoultre. They made the same exact watch
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Mid-20th Century Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold

LeCoultre Ladies 18 Karat Rose Gold Back Wind Watch, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Backwinding MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage Women's Dress Watch 18K Rose Gold Champagne Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A vintage women's dress wristwatch, made from 18k rose gold, with a manual back winding movement
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20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

LeCoultre 18Kt. Mid Century Modern Hand Constructed Ladies Watch with Gold Band
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger-LeCoultre STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Dress Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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1940s Swiss Modernist Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger LeCoultre Watch 30mm Case Swiss 1990s Manual Working
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Gorgeous 1990s 18kt yellow gold Jaeger LeCoultre watch with a 30mm case that has a white face with
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1990s Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Galaxy 37 Diamond Mystery Dial 14 Karat White Gold Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
JAEGER LECOULTRE GALAXY 37 DIAMOND MYSTERY DIAL 14K WHITE GOLD WATCH. Vintage watch in good
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1960s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pierre Cardin Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Moderne Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stainless Steel / Solid Yellow Gold Bezel DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Width 32mm CIRCA: 1970's
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1970s French Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger- LeCoultre Calatrava 18K Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Jaeger-LeCoultre 18K manual wind Calatrava from the 1950's. This watch is very
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

LeCoultre Memovox 3024 in Gold Fill with a Silver dial 34mm Manual watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
Black calfskin strap with a Gold Plate tang buckle. This LeCoultre watch has a 34 x 34 mm case with a
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20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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10k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

LeCoultre Mystery 31444 in White Gold with a Ivory dial 33mm Manual watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron Constantin LeCoultre Mystery diamond dial in 14k white gold on black strap. Manual. 33 mm
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20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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White Gold

Retro Period Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies Wrist Watch in 18k Pink Gold with Rubies
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Palm Beach, FL
rubies. It is powered by a high grade, back wind, Jaeger LeCoultre movement. The rectangular watch head
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Calatrava 18K Rose Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with the Jager-LeCoultre vintage 1950's wristwatch. This
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Disco Volante 14K Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the LeCoultre vintage 1950's wristwatch, a timeless embodiment of elegance. This
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner 14K Yellow Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1960's Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner in solid 14K yellow gold. This
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1960s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Art Deco Ladies Watch in 14 Karat White Gold, circa 1940s-1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Hand-Winding Alarm Watch W/ Original Box and Case
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Jaeger- Lecoultre Hand-Winding Alarm Watch W/ Original Box and Case Model: Alarm watch Movement
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Materials

Gold Plate

LeCoultre 14Kt Art Deco Watch circa, 1950's with Original Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Mid Century Design METAL
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1950s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Automatic Alarm 18K Gold Jumbo
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
dedication in its design. Encased in solid 18K yellow gold, this watch is a true testament to luxury and
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1960s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre 18 Karat Gold Vintage Memovox Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Fine 18K yellow gold Jaeger LeCoultre Memovox wristwatch. It features an automatic movement and an
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Mid-20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Rare Day-Date Vintage Yellow Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A 26mm rare vintage Day-Date wristwatch in yellow gold by Jaeger LeCoultre. Features a black dial
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20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Manual
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
stick Band: 14K yellow gold stretch link bracelet, integrated clasp Serial #: 11585XXX No box or
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20th Century Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Yellow Gold Vintage Mechanical Wristwatch, circa 1970
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Firenze, IT
dial with black and gold raised batons and hands. Case no. 1055560 A. Jaeger-LeCoultre pouch. Size
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1970s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Bracelet Mechanical Wristwstch, 1940’s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Mechanical movement, retro 18K rose gold box chain bracelet watch by Jaeger-LeCoultre. Caliber 101
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1940s Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Rose Gold

LeCoultre Ladies Watch with Rare Black Dial, Mid-Century Modern 1950s Swiss
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve 481 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Serviced
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This is an American market Jaeger-LeCoultre power reserve Calatrava. The 14K yellow gold case
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

LeCoultre Lady's Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Stamford, CT
LeCoultre Lady's 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial, circa 1950s 14k Yellow
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1950s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre 18 Karat Yellow Gold Moderne Style Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
This sophisticated watch by the legendary house of LeCoultre is entirely handmade. It is very
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Juventus FC Limited Edition 275.3.62
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A 26mm Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Juventus Limited Edition in white gold. Featuring a silver
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Late 20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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White Gold

1960's Jaeger Lecoultre Stainless Steel Restored
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Raleigh, NC
-LeCoultre Of all the luxury watch brands, Jaeger-LeCoultre may seem like one of the more unattainable to
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1960s Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Stainless Steel

1960's Jaeger Lecoultre Stainless Steel Restored
1960's Jaeger Lecoultre Stainless Steel Restored
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W 0.91 in Dm 1.42 in
Jaeger LeCoultre 18 Karat, New Condition Full Size Memovox circa 1960s-1970s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger LeCoultre STYLE / REFERENCE: Memovox METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Triple Date with Original Dial and Strap 1940's
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger-LeCoultre STYLE / REFERENCE: Triple Date / Calendar METAL / MATERIAL
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Back Winder Wrist Watch Rare
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Back Winder Wrist Watch Extremely rare
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Coultre Men's Gold-Filled Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Strap Unique Hands!
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Le Coultre Men's Gold-Filled Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Strap Unique Hands! Movement #K830/CW
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1960s Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold-filled

18K Gold Jaeger Le-Coultre ref 9132 Cushion Case Manual 17 jewels Cal 818 Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
& gold-toned hands The watch is powered by Swiss Manual 17 jewel Movement, cal 818 - that runs strong
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1980s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

LeCoultre 18 Karat Gold Midcentury Pocket Watch Original Sterling Silver Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Face Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18K Yellow
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

LeCoultre & Cie Vintage Watch Power Reserve White Dial Yellow Gold Plated Case
Located in Vannes, FR
LeCoultre & Cie Vintage Watch Power Reserve White Dial Yellow Gold Plated Case This Lecoultre
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1950s Swiss Retro Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

CARTIER LONDON JAEGER LECOULTRE 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet Watch 1960s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier London Jaeger LeCoultre 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet Watch Circa 1960s Vintage Here
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1960s English Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Yellow Gold

Vintage LeCoultre 182 Mystery Dial 14k Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch 480/CW
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, vintage, LeCoultre Mystery wrist watch. It features LeCoultre's 17 jewel
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1950s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger Le Coultre Watch Yellow Goldtiger's Eye
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold watch signed by the house of Jaeger le Coultre in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18
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20th Century French Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold

Jaeger Le Coultre Watch Yellow Goldtiger's Eye
Jaeger Le Coultre Watch Yellow Goldtiger's Eye
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H 5.91 in W 0.49 in
LeCoultre Mystery Pocketwatch 14k White Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Surfside, FL
Vacheron & Constantin Mystery pendant-watch in 14k white gold. Cased and timed by LeCoultre
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's LeCoultre 14k yellow gold wristwatch with custom-colored bright deep purple dial wristwatch
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

LeCoultre Yellow Gold Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
LeCoultre Yellow Gold Custom Colored Dial Wristwatch
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H 1.5 in W 0.35 in Dm 1.26 in
LeCoultre 14Kt. Solid Gold Mystery Watch with Original Box and Papers 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mystery Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt
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1950s Swiss Modernist Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Pierre Cardin 1971 by Jaeger Lecoultre Pc-117 Retro Wrist Watch in Stainless
Located in Miami, FL
Jaeger LeCoultre PC-117 wrist watch designed by Pierre Cardin. Fabulous retro wrist watch
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1970s French Modernist Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Crystal, Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

LeCoultre 14Kt Solid Gold with Original Gold Bracelet, circa 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Bracelet Watch METAL
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Lecoultre 14Kt, Solid White Gold Mid Century Design High Grade
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modernist Mid Century METAL / MATERIAL
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1950s Swiss Modernist Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Marius Lecoultre Very Fine Gold Minute Repeater with Split Second Chronograph
Located in Dallas, TX
Marius Lecoultre Very Fine Gold Minute Repeater With Split Second Chronograph - Manual winding
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20th Century Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

Square Jaeger Le Coultre ref. 1900
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sežana, SI
A beautiful Jaeger LeCoultre classic wristwatch crafted in 18kt gold. This wristwatch is in good
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1950s Swiss Modern Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold, 18k Gold

Square Jaeger Le Coultre ref. 1900
Square Jaeger Le Coultre ref. 1900
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H 1.23 in W 1.07 in
Vintage Jaeger-Le Coultre Gents Manual Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
circular face with a cream coloured dial, gold hour markers and gold hands. Yet its most notable
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1950s Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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Gold

Cartier RARITY Mini Tank Allongée 1976 Ref 03 Jaeger LeCoultre 845 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Founded in 1847 For the discerning ones Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of
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1970s Swiss Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold

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18k Gold

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Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of lecoultre watch vintage gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of lecoultre watch vintage gold from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of lecoultre watch vintage gold — no matter the origin — is easy, but Jaeger-LeCoultre and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for an object in our assortment of lecoultre watch vintage gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Lecoultre Watch Vintage Gold?

The price for a piece of lecoultre watch vintage gold starts at $950 and tops out at $6,526 with these watches, on average, selling for $2,430.

Finding the Right watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

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

When shopping for a watch, 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. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

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