14 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Ladies Wristwatch 17 Jewels Unadjusted Vintage
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Kt Yellow Gold Omega Ladies Wrist Watch 17 Jewels Unadjusted with several small stones.
14 Karat Yellow Gold Omega Ladies Wristwatch 17 Jewels Unadjusted Vintage
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Kt Yellow Gold Omega Ladies Wrist Watch 17 Jewels Unadjusted with several small stones.
Vintage Omega Ladies' Diamond Wristwatch in 14K Yellow Gold, Winding
By Omega
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-Owned vintage Omega Ladies' diamond wristwatch in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies late 1960's Omega diamond dress wristwatch.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Ladies Constellation Quadra - SS Steel & Original Factory Diamonds - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
With strong lines and graceful curves, this Certified Pre-Owned Omega Quadra Constellation Collection ladies watch offers the top-of-the-line luxury from the company's flagship line ...
Steel
Omega Ladies Mid Century 18Kt. Solid Gold Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
We have just serviced this fine watch by the legendary house of Omega, one of Europe's most famous watch companies.
White Gold
Vintage 1970s Omega Ladies Dynamic Stainless Steel Grey Silver Dial Auto 30mm
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Dynamic is a wearable piece of Omega's most experimental period. Key Specs Era: 1970s Model: Ladies Dynamic Movement: Automatic Case Size: 30x25mm Bezel: Stainless Steel Strap...
Steel, Stainless Steel
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Omega Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle Watch, Circa 1970s, Swiss
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Engraved on the back of the watch is DE VILLE, stamped on the clasp is 14K ITALY, the Omega symbol is on the crown. Omega series 8407 038.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Omega Vintage White Gold Diamond and Coral Dial Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 23 X 20 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 Piece case, Round Brilliant cut Diamond bezel totaling 1 Carat. 17 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind movement, Coral di...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Omega 18k White Gold Ladies Wristwatch, 1960's
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant Omega ladies wristwatch, dating to the 1960s, is crafted in luxurious 18k white gold and reflects the refined sophistication of mid-century Swiss watchmaking.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Bracelet Watch An elegant example of mid-century Swiss craftsmanship, this vintage Omega ladies wristwatch is crafted in sol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Omega Diamond Quartz Watch in 14K Yellow Gold with Bark-Textured
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant and distinctive, this vintage Omega ladies' quartz wristwatch is crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and showcases Omega's timeless commitment to luxury and precision.
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega 10382 17mm 14K Gold Fluted Bezel Manual Wind Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Omega ladies dress watch in 14K yellow gold featuring a round case with a fluted sunburst bezel, silver-tone Clous de Paris textured dial with gold dot hour markers and gold ...
14k Gold
Omega watch. Omega DeVille Ladies Stainless Steel Windup
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. OMEGA fully mechanical wristwatch. DeVille Stainless Steel Case and Original Omega Band Condition: JUST SERVICED. Cleaned and Oiled. Details: 18mm by 25...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Omega watch. Omega 14k and Diamond Vintage Ladies wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece. OMEGA fully mechanical wristwatch. 14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs daily winding. Beautiful Geometri...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Omega Seamaster Ladies Quartz Watch Ref. 2582.80.00
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in stainless steel, this ladies quartz watch features a compact yet substantial case paired with Omega’s signature multi-link bracelet for a comfortable, fluid fit on the wri...
Stainless Steel
18K Gold Vintage Omega Manual Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ladies Omega Watch in 18K Gold This timeless vintage Omega watch is crafted entirely from 18K gold, showcasing classic elegance and precision.
18k Gold
Vintage Omega Constellation Two Tone Ladies Quartz Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Omega Constellation wristwatch is crafted in stainless steel with yellow gold accents, presenting a compact, integrated design with strong geometric influence. The case transiti...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 17mm - 45.0g
By Omega
Located in Providence, RI
This vintage Omega Genève ladies watch is a stunning example of mid-century elegance, likely dating from the 1960s to early 1970s.
Yellow Gold
Omega De Ville BA 511.156 – Ladies – Box & Papers – 1968 / 1971
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Launched in 1964, this distinctive ladies’ De Ville perfectly captures the clean, modern design language Omega became known for during the late 1960s.
Steel
Omega Constellation Ladies 795.203 Blue Dial Stainless Steel – 22mm – Quartzrt
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Constellation Ladies 7951203 – Blue Dial – Stainless Steel – 22mm – Quartz – 1989 A super‑elegant ladies watch from Omega, this Constellation reference 7951203 dates to 1989 a...
Steel
Omega 18k White Gold Diamond Halo Ladies' Wristwatch, Circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
A refined ladies’ wristwatch by Omega, crafted in luxurious 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Omega De Ville Gold and Silver Tone Wristwatch, Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Portland, England
An elegant vintage Omega De Ville ladies wristwatch from the late 1980s with an original and stunning two-tone gold and silver bracelet and accompanying gold watch face.
Gold, Silver
Omega Classic 5115642 Vintage 9k Gold Cal 485 Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Omega Model: 1061 Reference Number: 5115642 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Hand Winding Case Material: 9k Gold Measurements : Case width: 17 ...
Stainless Steel
Omega Automatic de Ville ladies wristwatch, leather strap. Approx. 1960s.
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega Automatic de Ville ladies wristwatch, leather strap.
Vintage Omega De Ville Two-Tone Gold and Silver Ladies Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Portland, England
An elegant vintage Omega De Ville ladies’ wristwatch, featuring a sophisticated two-tone design with its original integrated Omega bracelet.
Stainless Steel
Retro Ladies Omega Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique Vintage 1976 25mm
By Omega
Located in Dearborn, MI
Retro Ladies Omega Wrist Watch Manual Wind Antique Vintage 1976 25mm Genuine Ladies Omega Watch Keeps Perfect Time 625 Omega Movement Serial Number 39559592 Runs Great 17 Jew...
1994 Omega Polaris Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Divers Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega OT 10935 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Westport, CT
An extraordinary vintage 18K yellow gold Omega OT 10935 ladies watch, circa 1960s. Featuring a round case with distinctive stepped lugs at the top and bottom, framing a gold dial.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega De Ville Ladies' Wristwatch with Original Mesh Bracelet, Swiss Made, Circa
By Omega
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Omega De Ville Ladies' Wristwatch with Original Mesh Bracelet, Swiss Made, Circa 1975 A refined, Swiss-made Omega De Ville ladies' wristwatch from the mid-1970s.
Stainless Steel
Omega 14 Karat Ladies Wristwatch 18.2 Grams Without Works, 17 Jewels
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Omega 14 KT Ladies Watch 18.2 grams Without Works. 17 Jewels having a mesh 6.5 inch band.
14k Gold
Vintage Omega Geneve Ladies 18K White Gold Blue Dial Square Mesh Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Geneve Vintage Watch 29.23 grams This vintage Omega Geneve ladies watch features a deep navy blue square dial with applied baton indices and white sword hands, housed in an 18...
18k Gold
Vintage Omega 18k Solid White Gold Ladies Mesh Band Watch 76309 - 23.4g
By Omega
Located in Providence, RI
Elevate your ensemble with this vintage petite Omega time piece. Crafted in 18k solid white gold, this beautiful ladies watch features a mesh like bracelet.
18k Gold, White Gold
1971 OMEGA Vintage Ladies 18K White Gold Bracelet Watch - NOS with Papers & Boxe
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
Crafted from 18K white, the gorgeous cocktail watch exhibits a luxurious and distinctive vintage style. Unlike most ladies Omega's from the period, which were cased here in the State...
White Gold
Ladies White Gold Omega 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Manual Cocktail Vintage Watch
By Omega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Ladies Collectable OMEGA 14k White Gold with approximately 1.25 carat of Natural Diamond Manual Wind Cocktail Watch.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Omega De Ville Blue Dial 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional vintage Omega De Ville ladies wristwatch, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K white gold and framed by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro c1950's 18K Gold Omega Backwind Calibre 440 Cocktail 16mm Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This refined vintage Omega wristwatch in a petite, classically proportioned case, rendered in warm yellow gold, exemplifying mid-century minimalist design. Its small scale and cl...
18k Gold
Omega De Ville Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 48 Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive women's watch by Omega. 18k yellow gold and diamonds. Beautiful Omega De Ville ladies' watch, 18k yellow gold case and strap.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 18K Gold-Plated Omega De Ville ref 1145 Manual cal 485 Ladies' Watch + Box
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Graceful and effortlessly elegant, this vintage Omega De Ville is as much a piece of jewellery as it is a timepiece, seamlessly blending a refined design with timeless Swiss crafts...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Omega 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies 1950's Dress Watch with 1 Carat of Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Reference A7699 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X D...
Omega De Ville 511.444 – 25mm – Gold Plated – Manual Wind – 1974 – Box
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega De Ville 511.444 – 25mm – Gold Plated – Manual Wind – 1974 – Box A refined and elegant vintage ladies Omega De Ville, reference 511.444, dated to 1974 by serial number.
Gold Plate
Omega Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Watch
By Omega
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage ladies Omega gold watch has been crafted in 18 k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Vintage ladies wristwatch display box, 1960's
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Vintage ladies wristwatch display boxMade in 1960s Dimensions:Width x depth: 9.5 x 3.5 cm Weight: 63 grams Condition: Box is pre - owned, with minor signs of usage, good condit...
Vintage Ladies Omega 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Watch with Florentine Finish Bezel
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant expression of timeless Swiss craftsmanship, this vintage ladies' Omega wristwatch is expertly crafted in solid 14-karat yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
16.5mm Natural Mediterranean Coral & Diamond Earrings / Clips in 18K White Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
(in both) ~~~ The earrings are completed by secure & comfortable Omega backings (suitable for ladies with ears not pierced), while the black plastic pillows ensure a comfortable ...
Coral, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.32 in W 0.57 in L 0.57 in
Vintage 1950s Omega Ladies 14K White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in North Miami, FL
Vintage Omega ladies wristwatch, circa 1950s, crafted in 14kt white gold with original integrated gold bracelet.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Omega Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Dress Watch w/ Leather Band Mov #580
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Dress Watch w/ Leather Band Mov #580 Movement #580 Movement Serial #184222XX Year: 1961 Case #1102261 18k Yellow Gold Case 15 mm in Diameter (17 mm w/ C...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Emerald Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Fuengirola, Malaga
A beautiful original Omega 'Emerald' ladies wristwatch in full 18 karat yellow gold and gold detailing throughout.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage lady’s Omega 14K YG circa 1950’s. Featuring round case with elegant design ball design attachment for a nicely contoured hinge attachment for cord bracelet. Featuring a diamo...
14k Gold
Vintage Omega Ladymatic 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 1969
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1969 Vintage Omega Ladies Ladymatic 14k Yellow Gold watch with Original Champagne/Gold Dial with Applied Gold Color Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Omega 14k Yellow Gold Mesh B...
Vintage Omega Ladymatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1973
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1973 Vintage Omega Ladies Ladymatic Ref. 5660045 Stainless Steel watch with Original Blue Dial with Applied Steel Beveled Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with White Inlay with Original Omega...
Unavailable
Omega Constellation Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega Constellation MOP Ladies Watch. 22mm Stainless steel case. 18kt yellow gold fixed bezel with engraved Roman numerals.
Unavailable
Omega DeVille Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Omega DeVille Yellow Gold And Diamond Watch. 24mm 18k Yellow gold case with Diamonds.
Ladies Omega Vintage Gold-Plated Mechanical Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and tiny gold plated vintage hand winding watch is working and is running well. Visible signs of wear and ageing with the silvered watch dial is a bit worn. some light...
Gold Plate
Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's 14K yellow gold Omega cover watch circa 1960's. It has a very comfortable mesh 10mm wide bracelet and 17 jewel Swiss movement #650. Case #EE9924 and numbered 249692890.
14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This manual winding vintage watch is working and ticking well. The dial is a bit tired and worn. Tiny scratches on the glass. Please study the images carefully as form part of the d...
Stainless Steel
9 Karat Gold 1940's Ladies Omega Mechanical Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned 20mm diameter gold hand winding watch is in good working condition and is running well (It keeps a good time). Visible signs of ageing and wear with light ma...
Gold
Ladies Omega Deville Wristwatch in Yellow Gold with Opal and Sapphires
By Omega
Located in Warrington, PA
Ladies vintage Omega Deville dress watch. The watch features a mesh style with Florentine finish bracelet and fitted clasp with two size adjustments.
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ladies Beautiful Omega Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Up
By Omega
Located in Little Neck, NY
Ladies Beautidul Omega Century 18k Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Up
18k Gold
Omega Ladies watch 18ct white gold and diamonds
By Omega
Located in Milano, MI
Elegant OMEGA ladies watch in 18ct white gold and diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1952 Omega Ladies Cocktail Watch – Manual Wind
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
A rare and beautifully preserved 1952 Omega ladies’ cocktail watch, featuring an 18MM round 18KT rose gold case distinguished by elegant fan-shaped lugs.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Omega Ladies' Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold – Manual Wind
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 1940s Omega ladies' cocktail watch featuring a 14K yellow gold rectangular case with elegant fancy lugs.
14k Gold
Omega Ladies Constellation, 18K Gold & Factory Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
Featuring a clean white dial emblazoned with the Omega logo, and a stunning case Omega factory set with flawless brilliant diamonds, this ladies Constellation unites refined European...
18k Gold
Omega Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A Ladies, white gold Omega watch "Retro Duo Plan", featuring a two piece circular 18ct white gold case, with diamond set "V" bar lugs, it has an 18 jewel, Swiss, Omega movement, with...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Hidden Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Omega watch with a diamond band featuring 81 baguette cut diamond weighing approximately 9.80cts F-G color and VS clarity. The watch flip cover contains 20 marquise and pear...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Covered Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
This collectable Art Deco luxury Omega watch in solid platinum. The watch face cover is adorned with 5 graduated round-faceted diamonds within a 19 calibrated genuine royal blue sapp...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Set Vintage Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Platinum Diamond Set Vintage Ladies Wristwatch, white dial with hour markers, a fixed platinum bezel set with approximately 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, platinum lugs each set ...
Diamond, Platinum
Omega Ladies Constellation Quadra Large Size Watch - Stainless Steel & Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
With strong lines and graceful curves, this Certified Pre-Owned Omega Quadra Constellation Collection ladies watch offers the top-of-the-line luxury from the company's flagship line ...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Ladies Manual Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Gender: Ladies Weight: 10.7 grams Case Diameter: 19mm (21mm including crown) Case Thickness: 3mm Face Length: 24mm (lug to lug) Strap Type: Brown Leather ...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Ladies Constellation Manhattan Mini Watch - 18K Gold & Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
With graceful lines and curves, this Certified Pre-Owned Omega Constellation Collection ladies mini watch offers a slender width for those looking for a discrete size Featuring a ch...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Turler Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Princeton, NJ
Ladies Omega Turler manual wind watch with covered 15mm dial and mesh bracelet.
18k Gold
Vintage 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Omega Ladies Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Lovely quality Women's omega wrist watch with a diamond bezel consisting of 28 round cut diamonds approx 0.28 carats total. Mechanical hand-wound watch. Total length: 6 1.2 inches F...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Omega Ladies Platinum Full Diamond Pave Quartz Bangle Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Southampton, PA
A sight of exuberance, harmony and sheer prestige, this extraordinary wristwatch from Omega offers the most essential of timekeeping functions in an accurate, reliable and highly leg...
White Diamond, Platinum
It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.
The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.
Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.
In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.)
Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists.
Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too.
Watch aficionados and aficionadas alike can find vintage Omega watches today on 1stDibs.
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.