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Patek Philippe Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum 3.5CT Diamond and 2CT Emerald AGL Certificate Ring by Patek Philippe. With Round brilliant
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Patek Philippe 18K Gold Watch with Rubies & Diamonds, 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat gold bracelet watch with rubies and brilliant diamonds by Patek Philippe
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Watch with Diamonds in 18k yellow gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
18k Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Ellipse Watch with Diamonds Case: 18k Yellow Gold Movement: Manual
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Genéve Lady's Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe platinum lady's watch with round diamonds weighing approximately 0.27 carat. Made in
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Ring with Diamonds and Cabochon-Cut Sapphires
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Ring with Diamonds and Cabochon Sapphires This elegant Patek Philippe ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Vintage Cufflinks with Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Unworn
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
Patek Philippe Nautilus Vintage Cufflinks 18K Yellow Gold Weight 17.2 grams Diamonds Setting Set
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Vintage Cufflinks with Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Unworn
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
Patek Philippe Nautilus Vintage Cufflinks Unworn 18K Yellow Gold Weight 29 grams Diamonds Setting
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 "24" Grey "Tiffany Dial" with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name Patek Philippe Style Number 4910/10a Also Called 4910/10a-010 Series Twenty-4 Gender
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Platinum Calatrava with Diamond Indexes Ref 3796 circa 1992
By Patek Philippe
Located in Paris, FR
Patek Philippe platinum Calatrava wristwatch with silvered dial featuring diamond hour markers
Platinum
Patek Philippe Gondolo Gemma N 18k White Gold with Diamond Paved Case
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Elegant Patek Philippe Gondolo Gemma in 18k white gold diamond case and lugs on a leather strap
White Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase Ref: 5724R
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Patek Philippe Nautilus Moon Phase with Baguette Diamonds, Display Back under Sapphire & Micro
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Pocket Watch with Diamond Bezel Powered by Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Patek Philippe 18 jewels hand-winding movement. Circa 1930s. Size, 18 Diameter, 45mm The watch is in
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Diamond Gold Nautilus Cufflinks
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Nautilus Cufflinks by Patek Philippe. With 66 round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring by Patek Philippe. With 53 round brilliant cut diamonds, VS1 clarity
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Watch in Grey Gold with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
A classic Patek Philippe White Gold Squared Dial Watch. Made in Switzerland, circa 1970 Reference
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Baby Blue Ladies Watch with 46 Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Brand: Patek Philippe Movement: Quartz Caliber Movement With Date And Sweep Seconds Hand Case
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Lady's Yellow Gold Ellipse Wristwatch with Diamond Indexes
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
Very elegant Patek Philippe lady's 18k yellow gold wristwatch Ellipse wristwatch. It features a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Stainless Steel Ladies Watch with 46 Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Brand: Patek Philippe Movement: Self-Winding Mechanical Movement Date, Sweep seconds Case
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Sapphire Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate Patek Philippe Ring with 54 diamonds at .54tcw and 6 cab blue sapphires. This is an iconic
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
W 0.48 in D 0.16 in L 6.7 in
Patek Philippe Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Hicksville, NY
Basic Info Listing number NB00004 Brand Patek Philippe Movement Quartz Case
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Diamond Yellow And White Gold Cufflinks
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow And Gold Diamond Nautilus Cufflinks by Patek Philippe. With 128 round brilliant cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.56 in L 1.23 in
1930 Patek Philippe Vintage Art Deco Ladies with Bracelet - Platinum & Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1930 PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Art Deco Ladies Watch with Bracelet - Platinum & Diamonds All Original
Platinum
Patek Philippe Yellow & White Gold Diamond Set Cocktail Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning ladies yellow and white gold diamond set Cocktail Watch by Patek Philippe. Featuring a
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch with Important Baseball History
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe pocket watch, retailed by Tiffany & Co. Unsigned platinum, diamond and ruby
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Patek Philippe 1970s Ellipse Cocktail Watch with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Lucerne, CH
The exclusive Patek Philippe Ellipse Ladies Cocktail Watch in white gold and diamonds is indeed a
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Ellipse D'or Blue Diamond White Gold Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Ellipse D'or Blue Diamond Ring by Patek Philippe. With 30 round brilliant cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Pave 5 Carat Diamond White Gold Cufflinks
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Ellipse Cufflinks by Patek Philippe. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 4910/10A-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies Twenty~4 in stainless steel by Patek Philippe. Featuring a black dial with diamond set
Diamond, Stainless Steel
PATEK PHILIPPE Yellow Gold, Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Wristwatch Ref 4323
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold, lapis lazuli and diamond wristwatch by Patek Philippe. With 44 round brilliant cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gents Vintage Platinum Patek Philippe Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Gents Triple Signed Platinum Patek Philippe with Original Diamond Dial. 18 Jewel Manual wind Nickel
Platinum
Patek Philippe Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby La Flamme Bracelet Watch Ref 4808
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
Patek Philippe Lady's 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond and Ruby La Flamme Bracelet Watch, Ref. 4808 This
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Phillippe 18k gold, onyx, diamond choker with approx. 6.5 carats diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
This striking piece of Patek Philippe jewelry is a choker that dates back to 1990s. Made of 18k
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Grayish Blue Ladies Watch With 46 Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Brand: Patek Philippe Movement: Quartz Caliber Movement With Date And Sweep Seconds Hand Case
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Diamond Sapphire Pocket Watch with White Gold Chain
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
-cut diamonds, dia. ap. 43 x 38 mm., dial & movement signed Patek Philippe, movement no. 127010, case
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus Model 4700 26mm in 18k gold with diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the enchanting elegance of the Patek Philippe Model 4700J—a true masterpiece that transcends
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse Ladies Wristwatch, with MOP and Diamonds 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse Ladies Wristwatch, with MOP and Diamonds. 18K Gold. Patek Philippe
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Lady's Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch with Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful lady's Patek Philippe bracelet watch in 18K yellow gold, with a handsomely finished
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Ladies Cocktail Watch with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Lucerne, CH
Exclusive Patek Philippe Ladies Cocktail Watch in gold is a true symbol of sophistication. Dating
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Ellipse with 1.75 Carats Diamonds Model 4133
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe Ellipse Model 4133 Oval with 1.75cts Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Manual
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe with Tiffany & Co Dial Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe with Tiffany & Co Dial Ladies Watch - Manual winding; movement signed Patek
PATEK PHILIPPE Aquanaut Luce Diamond Rubber White Gold Ring
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Aquanaut Luce Diamond Rubber Ring by Patek Philippe. With 21 round brilliant cut
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse 4698/1 Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch with Archives
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Ellipse 4698 Ladies Watch. 20mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel with the
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Ladies 24 White Gold Diamond Wristwatch Reference 4908/310G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
numerals at 12 & 6. 18k white gold Patek Philippe bracelet with 12 diamonds on each link. Pre-owned
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek 18kt White Gold with Original Factory Bracelet & Diamond Bezel circa 1960s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Style / Reference 3506-2
Diamond
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Openface Pendant with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
Up for sale is a Patek Philippe ladies18kYG openface pendant watch with diamonds and blue enamel
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Sapphire Cabochon Diamond Gold Earrings
By Patek Philippe
Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Patek Philippe Earrings with Diamonds and Blue Sapphire Cabochons, in 18K White Gold. Hallmark
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Ladies Gondolo
By Patek Philippe
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
The solid 18Karat white gold ladies Patek Philippe Gondolo is loaded with diamonds. Set in the case
Patek Philippe Y Gold Diamond-Set Bezel Wristwatch with Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
Up for sale is a Patek Philippe. An 18K yellow gold and diamond-set wristwatch with bracelet.Signed
Patek Philippe Classic 3285/58
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Square with original diamond case set with 14 round diamonds in 18k white gold. 20
White Gold
Patek Philippe 18kYG Enamel Pendant W With Repousse Outer Case
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
Up for sale is a Patek Philippe& Co. Geneve, 18kYG enamel pendant watch with repousse outer case
Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 4897 Manual Watch White Gold and Satin with Diamond
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
" Designer: Patek Philippe Model: Calatrava 4897 Manual Watch White Gold and Satin with Diamond Bezel 33 Item
White Gold
1960s Patek Philippe Platinum Floating Diamond Bar Motif Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New york, NY
An Iconic & Limited Production for only 5 years: 1960s Patek Philippe Platinum "Floating Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Woven Link Mechanical Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Ladies' Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch with Diamond-Set Bezel and Hand-Finished Gold
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Watch Ref. 3994
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An 18k Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Watch with Original Diamonds and Rubies. Ref. 3994/033. 27mm Case
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in
Patek Philippe Calatrava with 36 Diamonds Lady 4820/001 Full 750 18k Solid Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
PATEK PHILIPPE & Cie Genève Founded in 1839 For the discerning ones Wear Patek Philippe watch
Diamond, Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/5 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Patek Philippe Series: Nautilus Ref No.: 3800/5 Movement: Mechanical (Self-Winding
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe, Gold Calatrava W/Diamond Bezel Ref 4820
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
This is a Patek Philippe, 18k yellow gold Calatrava with diamond bezel Ref 4820. Quartz ladies
Sold
H 1.23 in W 1.03 in Dm 1.03 in
Patek Philippe Calatrava Full Set with 36 Diamonds Lady 4820 18k White Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
PATEK PHILIPPE & Cie Genève Founded in 1839 For the discerning ones Wear Patek Philippe watch
Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Box & Papers Pink Dial Aquanaut 5067 in Steel with Diamond Bezel
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful condition Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference 5067a in steel with diamond bezel
Steel
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.99 in
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Dial and Bezel 25
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear. Accessories: Box Measurements: Width 25" Designer: Patek Philippe
White Gold
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.99 in
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Dial and Bezel 25
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Condition: Excellent. Minor wear. Accessories: Box Measurements: Width 25" Designer: Patek Philippe
White Gold
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.83 in
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Dial and Bezel 25
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
: Width 25" Designer: Patek Philippe Model: Twenty-4 Quartz Watch White Gold with Diamond Dial and Bezel
White Gold
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
$11,001
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Cones And Petals Diamond Gold Platinum Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Cones And Petals Earrings by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximatel...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
$44,007
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black full-length coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Mongolian lamb with lace overlay ▪ Heavyweight ▪ Large button fastening at the waist ▪ 100% lamb, lace - 100%...
$8,920
H 2 in W 5.5 in L 5.2 in
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel White 1994 Runway Karl Lagerfeld CC Logo Iconic Rare Sunglasses From the 1994 Chanel runway collection, these glasses were made for the catwalk as a Sample and never made it ...
Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture spring/summer 1997 collection; his last collection for the label. Galliano only designed for the fashion house for 2 years which ma...
Rolex 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 965 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm "Lug Tip t...
14k Gold
Piaget Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Earrings and Brooch Pendant Set
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Piaget earrings and brooch set features an elegant design of sparkling flowers crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with brililant-cut round F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds. The ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire & Emerald in 18K w/ Clips
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A rare vintage ladies Rolex 18 karat yellow gold watch with Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald accents. The Diamonds, Sapphires and Emeralds are all round cut stones accenting a white ce...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,500
Platinum Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond watch with 4.00 carat on the band
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Boucheron Ladies Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch
By Boucheron
Located in Darnestown, MD
This versatile Boucheron 18 gold watch can be dressed up or down. It comes with a gold band or can be interchanged with either one of red leather or tan ostrich. The watch itself me...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gucci Silk Dress with Hardware and Cut outs
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous grey silk jersey dress from Gucci. It is fitted with long sleeves and cut outs at one shoulder and side waist plus a slit along the front of one leg of the straight skirt...
Vivid Emerald Cut 9.81 ct Emerald Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolises the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whic...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
It shouldn’t be surprising that a Patek Philippe holds the world auction record for a watch ($31.2 million for a Patek Grandmaster Chime, sold at Christie’s). Known for impeccable craftsmanship and some of the most complicated timepieces ever created, the brand is considered by many to be the height of fine watchmaking. Collectors simply love Patek Philippe watches.
The house was founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek. Czapek left the firm, and in 1845, Patek partnered with French watchmaker Jean Adrien Philippe. It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
Catering to the glitterati of Europe, the pair counted among their clients Tolstoy, Pope Pius IX and Queen Victoria, as well as Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, for whom they created the first Swiss-made wristwatch in 1868. They also had their eye on the American market and in 1851 entered an arrangement with Tiffany & Co. still in effect today.
During the Great Depression, brothers Jean and Charles Stern, who had previously supplied Patek Philippe with watch dials, bought the company, and it continues to be run by the Stern family today.
Under the Sterns, the house has developed some of its most famous models, including the Calatrava, an elegantly minimal dress watch introduced in 1932 and named for the Calatrava Cross (the company’s logo since 1887), and the Nautilus, the brand’s first sports watch, conceived by legendary designer Gérald Genta in 1976.
Despite the house’s longevity, it’s rumored that it has manufactured fewer than a million Patek watches, making each one all the more coveted. (The brand's pieces are understandably attractive to counterfeiters — make sure you know how to spot a fake Patek Philippe watch.)
Find authentic Patek Philippe watches, cufflinks, bracelets and more on 1stDibs today.
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, vintage and luxury 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, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
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Celebrate the season with a Patek watch made for enjoying the outdoors.
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