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Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126300
Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126300

Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126300

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn 41mm stainless steel Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a distinctive mint green fluted motif

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126334
Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126334

Rolex Datejust 41mm Mint Green Dial 126334

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn 41mm stainless steel Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a distinctive mint green fluted motif

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

IWC Vintage Date 1960s in Mint Condition
IWC Vintage Date 1960s in Mint Condition

IWC Vintage Date 1960s in Mint Condition

By IWC

Located in New York, NY

IWC Vintage Date IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN Analog display Automatic Band leather - not original Case Size: 34mm (1.3inch) Lug Width:18mm(0.7 inch) Dial Color:Silver Stainless Steel Case Col...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Datejust 36mm Mint Green Dial 126234
Unworn Rolex Datejust 36mm Mint Green Dial 126234

Unworn Rolex Datejust 36mm Mint Green Dial 126234

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An Oystersteel 36mm Datejust from Rolex. Featuring the desired mint green dial with hour markers

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mint Rolex Daytona 116520 with Box and Papers
Mint Rolex Daytona 116520 with Box and Papers

Mint Rolex Daytona 116520 with Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Cape May, NJ

and the stickers and original bezel cover are still on the watch! Comes with Original Box and

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn

By Rolex

Located in Dearborn, MI

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn Genuine Oysterdate Precision

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 MINT 116233 Black Dial Two Tone
Rolex Datejust 36 MINT 116233 Black Dial Two Tone

Rolex Datejust 36 MINT 116233 Black Dial Two Tone

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BAND: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint Box & Card Accommodated with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina
Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This watch is noted for its exceptional “pumpkin” colored patina, mint overall condition and

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Black Dial MINT 16618
Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Black Dial MINT 16618

Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Black Dial MINT 16618

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFRENCE: 16618 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster 18k Yellow Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condition No...

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

TAG HEUER PROFESSIONAL 1000 Mens SS & 18K Gold Submariner Diver - Mint
TAG HEUER PROFESSIONAL 1000 Mens SS & 18K Gold Submariner Diver - Mint

TAG HEUER PROFESSIONAL 1000 Mens SS & 18K Gold Submariner Diver - Mint

By TAG Heuer

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

MINT Two Tone Rolex Submariner Champagne Serti Sapphire Diamond Dial 16613
MINT Two Tone Rolex Submariner Champagne Serti Sapphire Diamond Dial 16613

MINT Two Tone Rolex Submariner Champagne Serti Sapphire Diamond Dial 16613

By Rolex

Located in Montclair, NJ

preserved. This watch is 100% ready to wear upon arrival. Enjoy :) -- Item Details -- Model: Rolex

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

PIERRE CARDIN LUCITE WATCH
PIERRE CARDIN LUCITE WATCH

PIERRE CARDIN LUCITE WATCH

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Alford, MA

", "Pierre Cardin", "Made in France", and "948871". Watch in mint condition and working order

Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Breitling Aerospace Titanium Watch E65062
Breitling Aerospace Titanium Watch E65062

Breitling Aerospace Titanium Watch E65062

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

BREITLING AEROSPACE TITANIUM WATCH E65062 -Condition: Mint -Case size: 40mm -Metal: Titanium

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P
Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P

Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

double fold-over clasp. This watch comes with the original box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P
Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P

Cartier Mini Baignoire 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial Diamond WB5094WI Mint B/P

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

double fold-over clasp. This watch comes with the original box and papers. Brand Cartier Series Baignore

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 16233 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Steel No Holes Mint Band
Rolex Datejust 16233 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Steel No Holes Mint Band

Rolex Datejust 16233 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Steel No Holes Mint Band

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 16233 Serial: P178*** Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Champagne Face: Sapphire Cr...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

2018 Rolex Cellini Moonphase 50535 18 Karat Gold Box and Papers like New Mint
2018 Rolex Cellini Moonphase 50535 18 Karat Gold Box and Papers like New Mint

2018 Rolex Cellini Moonphase 50535 18 Karat Gold Box and Papers like New Mint

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 50535 Serial: 45U60*** Year: 2018 Model: Cellini Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Dark Brown Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: White Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Siz...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Watch 18k Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Watch 18k Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Watch 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mint condition Cartier Tank Francaise watch in 18k yellow gold. Small model with quartz movement

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Estate Rolex Platinum and Diamond President Watch
Estate Rolex Platinum and Diamond President Watch

Estate Rolex Platinum and Diamond President Watch

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous platinum and diamond Rolex president watch. Mint condition. Serial Model # 178296

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790
Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790

Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER PASHA AUTOMATIC STAINLESS STEEL WATCH 2790 -Mint condition, bracelet shows signs of wear

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790
Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790

Cartier Pasha Automatic Stainless Steel Watch 2790

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER PASHA AUTOMATIC STAINLESS STEEL WATCH 2790 -Mint condition, bracelet shows signs of wear

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Blue Dial Watch 114300
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Blue Dial Watch 114300

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Blue Dial Watch 114300

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

automatic movement. In mint condition, this watch comes complete with a Rolex box, both original swing tags

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950s White Gold Rolex Buckle Bracelet Watch
1950s White Gold Rolex Buckle Bracelet Watch

1950s White Gold Rolex Buckle Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

hallmark and serial number still visible on the case back- the watch remains in mint vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Watch A13355
Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Watch A13355

Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Watch A13355

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

BREITLING WINDRIDER CROSSWIND CHRONOGRAPH AUTOMATIC WATCH A13355 -Condition: Mint -Case size: 43

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch 16618
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch 16618

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner Watch 16618

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

characteristic for an exquisite diver’s watch, this astonishing timepiece from Rolex boasts all the brand’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 1320
Cartier Panthere Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 1320

Cartier Panthere Stainless Steel Ladies Watch 1320

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER PANTHERE STAINLESS STEEL LADIES WATCH 1320 -Condition: Mint with Cartier box, no papers

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Panerai Ferrari Granturismo Automatic Men's Watch FER00001
Panerai Ferrari Granturismo Automatic Men's Watch FER00001

Panerai Ferrari Granturismo Automatic Men's Watch FER00001

By Panerai

Located in New York, NY

PANERAI FERRARI GRANTURISMO AUTOMATIC MEN'S WATCH FER00001 -Condition: Mint -Case size: 45mm -Case

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronomat Gold Watch
Breitling 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronomat Gold Watch

Breitling 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chronomat Gold Watch

By Breitling

Located in Feasterville, PA

A certified Breitling Chronomat 18k Yellow Gold chronograph watch in mint condition on bracelet in

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Deville Automatic Jumbo Vintage Wrist Watch
Omega Seamaster Deville Automatic Jumbo Vintage Wrist Watch

Omega Seamaster Deville Automatic Jumbo Vintage Wrist Watch

By Omega

Located in Chicago, IL

serviced and comes with a one year warranty. A very fine Mint Condition example of this watch with an

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Baume & Mercier Riviera Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 65536
Baume & Mercier Riviera Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 65536

Baume & Mercier Riviera Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 65536

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

BAUME & MERCIER RIVIERA STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WATCH 65536 -Condition: Mint -Movement

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Watch BB33GL
Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Watch BB33GL

Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Watch BB33GL

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

BULGARI 18K YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC WATCH BB33GL -Mint condition case. Strap shows signs of wear

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Hermes Heure H Watch Diamonds & Mother of Pearl
Hermes Heure H Watch Diamonds & Mother of Pearl

Hermes Heure H Watch Diamonds & Mother of Pearl

By Hermès

Located in MIAMI, FL

bar. This watch is in mint "new" condition as it was purchased 05/03/2021. Watch comes with all in

Category

2010s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Steel

Retro Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Automatic Dress Watch
Retro Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Automatic Dress Watch

Retro Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Automatic Dress Watch

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

of Rolex manufacture. The original dial with sub-seconds display is unrestored and remains in mint

Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch
Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Boca Raton, FL

and chronograph 12 hour totalizer. Automatic/Self-winding. Mint Condition. All of our watches come

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Yellow Gold Hunting Cased Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch
Yellow Gold Hunting Cased Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch

Yellow Gold Hunting Cased Quarter Repeater Chronograph Pocket Watch

Located in Southampton, PA

18k yellow gold hunting cased quarter repeater chronograph pocket watch. This watch is mint

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex 18946 Platinum Masterpiece Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
Rolex 18946 Platinum Masterpiece Mother of Pearl Dial Watch

Rolex 18946 Platinum Masterpiece Mother of Pearl Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

with Original Rolex box and papers, This watch is in MINT condition

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Watch 367758
Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Watch 367758

Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Watch 367758

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

PIAGET POLO TWO TONE GOLD & DIAMOND WATCH 367758 -Condition: Mint -Material: 18k Yellow Gold

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Blue Dial Watch A13355
Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Blue Dial Watch A13355

Breitling Windrider Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Blue Dial Watch A13355

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

BREITLING WINDRIDER CROSSWIND CHRONOGRAPH AUTOMATIC BLUE DIAL WATCH A13355 -Condition: Mint -Case

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Piaget Ladies Polo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 861C701
Piaget Ladies Polo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 861C701

Piaget Ladies Polo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 861C701

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

PIAGET LADIES POLO 18K YELLOW GOLD WATCH 861C701 - Condition: Mint - Brand: Piaget - Movement

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Gucci Black Rainbow G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex Moonphase Watch
Gucci Black Rainbow G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex Moonphase Watch

Gucci Black Rainbow G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex Moonphase Watch

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

guarantee. Retail price is 1300 Euros Condition A+ - MINT The watch is in perfect condition. Gucci box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Gucci Silver Metal G-Timeless 126.3 Unisex Moonphase Watch
Gucci Silver Metal G-Timeless 126.3 Unisex Moonphase Watch

Gucci Silver Metal G-Timeless 126.3 Unisex Moonphase Watch

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Condition A+ - MINT The watch is in perfect condition. Gucci box is included. Please check the photos

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Piaget Polo Diamond Pave Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1980s
Piaget Polo Diamond Pave Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1980s

Piaget Polo Diamond Pave Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, 1980s

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

. Unpolished and Mint Condition This watch is preserved in remarkable, unpolished condition, with all of its

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Classic Harry Winston White Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Watch
Classic Harry Winston White Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Watch

Classic Harry Winston White Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Watch

By Harry Winston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Absolutely stunning Harry Winston original classic white diamond and 18k yellow gold watch. Mint

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Jos Boillat Tri Color 18K Gold Manual Wind Cocktail Watch
Jos Boillat Tri Color 18K Gold Manual Wind Cocktail Watch

Jos Boillat Tri Color 18K Gold Manual Wind Cocktail Watch

Located in New York, NY

wind movement. The watch has a mint condition snake style yellow gold bracelet which will fit up to a

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu De Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Watch WJBB0007
Cartier Ballon Bleu De Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Watch WJBB0007

Cartier Ballon Bleu De Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Watch WJBB0007

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER BALLON BLEU DE CARTIER YELLOW GOLD DIAMOND 36MM WATCH WJBB0007 Condition: Mint Material

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2021 Breitling Navitimer Chronograph Watch A13324 Box & Papers Black Dial
2021 Breitling Navitimer Chronograph Watch A13324 Box & Papers Black Dial

2021 Breitling Navitimer Chronograph Watch A13324 Box & Papers Black Dial

By Breitling

Located in Newport Beach, CA

watch in excellent mint condition with very few signs of wear. A tribute to the original Navitimer, this

Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gucci Red Ufo Egg G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex GucciGhost Watch
Gucci Red Ufo Egg G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex GucciGhost Watch

Gucci Red Ufo Egg G-Timeless 126.4 Unisex GucciGhost Watch

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

watch is shipped with an original box and a guarantee. Retail price is 790 Euros Condition A+ - MINT

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

1960 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
1960 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel

1960 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel

By IWC

Located in Suwanee, GA

gorgeous mint. Case markings (inside): International Watch Co., Swiss, Staybrite, Steel, IWC logo and case

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel
1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel

1963 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 853 Automatic - Stainless Steel

By IWC

Located in Suwanee, GA

scrutinized. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint. Case markings (inside): International Watch Co

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Mint Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact mint watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, steel and stainless steel. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect mint watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic mint watch over the years, but those made by Rolex, Cartier and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A mint watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 162 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and baguette cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a mint watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

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The price for a mint watch starts at $78 and tops out at $2,334,150 with these watches, on average, selling for $7,260.

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