Patek Philippe Calatrava 40mm Blue Accents Black Dial White Gold Watch 6007G-011
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Philippe has reinterpreted the refined aesthetics of the Calatrava collection in a model with
White Gold
Patek Philippe World Time Chronograph White Gold Blue Opaline Dial 5930G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold World Time Chronograph wristwatch by Patek Philippe, reference 5930G-001
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Ultra Thin, 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
condition. The buckle has adjustment slots in it and is signed as well with the Patek Philippe Calatrava
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G -Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G -Blue Dial – 2019 – Box & Papers Up for sale is a
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot #5524G Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
#5524G Dial: Deep Navy Blue Case: 18K White Gold Closure: Patek Philippe Genuine Leather Two-Piece Strap
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe for Asprey White Gold Calatrava Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Double Name Asprey Calatrava Vintage Gents Wristwatch, blue dial with roman
White Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Calatrava Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6000G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Calatrava Gents Wristwatch, blue dial with arabic numbers, date indicated by
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Gold Silver Dial Diamond Ladies Watch 4858G
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Display Model Patek Philippe Calatrava Moonphase 29mm White Gold Diamond Ladies Manual Winding
Sold
H 1.23 in W 0.32 in Dm 1.23 in
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K White Gold Diamond Silver MOP Dial Watch 4958G
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
. General Information Brand: Patek Philippe Model: Calatrava Model Number: 4958G-001 Year Manufactured
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G-001 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42 mm white gold Calatrava Pilot Travel Time with complications by Patek Philippe. Features a
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat White Gold 5296G 001
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5384 Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Model: Calatrava Model Ref: 5296G/001 Age: Circa 2010's
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 6000g-012 Gents 6000G-012 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Automatic Case: 18k White Gold Dial: Navy Bracelet: Navy Blue Crocodile Strap Length: Adjustable up to 20cm
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 6000g-012 Gents 6000G-012 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
MOVEMENT Automatic CASE 18k White Gold DIAL Navy BRACELET Navy Blue Crocodile STRAP LENGTH Adjustable up to
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 5522A Limited Edition Pilot's Calatrava "New York" Men's Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe 5522A Limited Edition Pilot's Calatrava "New York" Men's Watch - Automatic
Patek Philippe White Gold Calatrava Travel Time 150 Ann Gubelin Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe & Co. Calatrava Travel Time 150th Anniversary of Gubelin Ref 5134 – Very rare watch
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Watch Ref. 5524 G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Watch Ref. 5524 G - Automatic self-winding
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Watch Ref. 5524 G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Watch Ref. 5524 G - Automatic self-winding
Patek Philippe Calatrava Indirect Centre Seconds Gold 1509 Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Calatrava Indirect Centre Seconds Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silvered dial with
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Complication 5524G Calatrava Pilot Travel Time Watch Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck, NY
Patek Philippe Complication Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G-001 Mens Watch. 42mm 18K white gold
Sold
H 1.44 in W 1.11 in
1910's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1910's PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Calatrava Pre-ref. 446 Mens Midsize Watch - 18K Gold Rare Extremely
18k Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model 3744/1 Calatrava with B/P
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Patek Philippe for BEYER Model 3744/1 Calatrava 18k Yellow Gold 32mm Blue Dial Quartz
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
c. 1910 Patek Philippe Vintage Unisex Chronometro Gondolo Fancy Dial Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? c. 1910 PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Ladies Unisex Chronometro Gondolo Fancy Dial
18k Gold
Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1900
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe. A Rare 14ct Rose Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1900. Dial: The
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket watch and Chain C1890
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe 18ct Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Pocket Watch with a rare white enamel dial
Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Blue Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3468/5 18 Karat White Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe Calatrava Blue Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3468/5 18 Karat White Gold . Manual-winding
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Ellipse Blue Dial Calatrava Cross Large Gold Cufflinks
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
gold and feature a blue dial accented with a Calatrava Cross design. Made in Switzerland circa 2000s
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3514 Wristwatch, Automatic, White Gold Case, Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3514 wristwatch, Automatic, 18kt White Gold Waterproof case, Blue Dial
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 3468 18KT White Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Braintree, GB
A striking vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava reference 3468 crafted in 18KT white gold, dating to
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Lady's White Gold Diamond Bezel Calatrava Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Dial: Blue dial, with silver hour markers and hands Bracelet : Blue Patek Philippe Leather Band
White Diamond, 18k Gold
1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 Mens Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1940's PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 Mens Watch - 18K Gold One of the Most Classic Pateks
18k Gold
Frodsham Denisteel Original Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch , circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
making cases for all the famous watch companies including Patek Philippe. This is a collectors watch, but
Nardin Stainless Steel Art Deco High Grade Manual Watch, 1930s
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
style modeled after the Patek Philippe Calatrava. Recently serviced by our team, you can wear this watch
Patek Philippe, Genève Calatrava Ref 3601
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a 1970s Patek automatic Calatrava watch in beautiful condition. It has a really nice blue
PATEK PHILIPPE Rose Gold " Calatrava " Reference 2508 c.1950's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A beautiful example of a vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18K rose Gold, this ref.2508 has a
Certified Authentic Patek Philippe Calatrava 15000, Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference #:2532. Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k yellow gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Blue Dial Diamond Ladies Watch 4897
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Blue Dial Diamond Ladies Watch 4897. Manual-winding movement
White Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 3569
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name Patek Philippe Style Number 3569 Also Called 3569J Series Calatrava
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Blue Dial Calatrava Automatic Wristwatch Ref Y3569
By Patek Philippe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Patek Philippe Style Number: 3569 Also Called: 3569J Series: Calatrava Gender
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe, Calatrava Diamond Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Patek Philippe Calatrava watch Calibre 215. Model number 4897G Manual-winding movement 18k white
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time 5524G-001 White Gold Blue Dial
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: Brand: Patek Philippe Model Name: Calatrava Pilot Travel Time Model Number
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 5296
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 5296. Automatic self-winding
White Gold, Silver
Patek Philippe Ladies' Calatrava White Gold '4896G'
By Patek Philippe
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre-owned Patek Philippe Ladies' Calatrava wristwatch (ref. 4896G), featuring the Caliber 16-250
Patek Philippe Calatrava Rose Gold Blue Strap Mens Watch 5119
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava Rose Gold Blue Strap Mens Watch 5119. Manual winding movement. 18k rose
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Wristwatch circa 1990s
By Patek Philippe
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold Calatrava wristwatch, Ref. 3520JD, circa 1990s. 31 X 37mm case with
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe & Co. Yellow Gold Calatrava Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Movement Signed Patek Philippe Crown Factory Blue Dial with Applied Gold Hour Markers Patek Philippe
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Calatrava Dress Wristwatch Ref 5296
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref 5296 is a beautiful dress watch with a more modern size. At 38mm
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5296
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5296. Automatic self-winding movement
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Automatic Men's Watch 5296
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5296. Automatic self-winding movement
Patek Philippe 565J Water Resistant Calatrava Watch, circa 1942
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Patek Philippe 565J Vintage Calatrava measuring 35mm, water resistant screw down
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k white gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5296G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k white gold on a blue crocodile strap with an 18k white gold Patek
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold 5296G/001 Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2010's Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold 5296G/001 Wristwatch * *Complete with
White Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Calatrava Wristwatch Ref 3919J circa 1990s
By Patek Philippe
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Patek Philippe 18k yellow gold Calatrava wristwatch, Ref. 3919J, circa 1990s. 33mm case with
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Complications Calatrava Pilot White Gold Watch 5524G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
timepiece from Patek Philippe is perfect for you. It has a 42mm case made of white gold with a sapphire
White Gold
2010's Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold 5296G/001 Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2010's Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold 5296G/001 Wristwatch * *Complete with
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Rose Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5296 Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k Rose Gold Automatic Mens Watch 5296 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Travel Time Yellow Gold Mens Watch 5034 Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava Travel Time Yellow Gold Mens Watch 5034 Box Papers. Manual winding
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.38 in W 1.38 in Dm 1.38 in
Patek Philippe Calatrava 2591 18k Gold 23-300 Geneva 1950 Ellipse Disco Volante
By Patek Philippe
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
long since defunct: Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Portugal… This rare Patek Philippe Calatrava watch was
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers. Automatic self
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers. Automatic self
White Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Calatrava White Gold Pilot Travel Time Mens Watch 5524 Box Papers. Automatic self
White Gold
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...
$885Sale Price|31% Off
Todd Oldham Black Accented with Double-Chain Rhinestone Evening Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham for the famed Fred Hayman of Beverly Hills, wonderfully detailed elegant yet whimsical evening double-chain rhinestone encrusted slightly flared black evening dres...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress, ss 1997
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black acetate evening slip dress with spaghetti straps and scoop neckline. Spring-Summer 1997
Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine coat with exaggerated pockets, fw 2004
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in London, GB
Yohji Yamamoto; black wool gabardine maxi coat with exaggerated external flap pockets and belt buckle fastenings on waist and neck. Fall-Winter 2004 - The same coat is in the...
Hermès Birkin 35 Black GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Black - Exotic leather - Crocodile Porosus - Gold hardware - Two rolled top handles - Front flap closure with twist-lock fastening - Includes dust bag, clochette, keys, and padlock...
Celebrity Owned Dolce And Gabbana Floral Silk Iconic “Ruched" Dress Size EU 42/6
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This iconic Dolce and Gabbana ruched floral silk dress was owned by a beloved Hollywood TV/Movie celebrity. It was purchased before her untimely passing. She was known for sexy, body...
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and Pink Watercolor Crushed Velvet and Lace, Corset Style, Fully Lined in Crinkle Silk, S...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 “Supercalifragilistic” Silk Lace Up Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002; “Supercalifragilistic” Style...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 "The Hunger" Silk Velvet & Chiffon Babydoll Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 "The Hunger" Silk Velvet & Chiffon Babydoll Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996; “The Hunger” Des...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 2pc Floral & Denim Print Blazer Pant Suit Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 2pc Floral & Denim Print Blazer &Pants Suit Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
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.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry 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.
Launched in 1932, the model has become emblematic of quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
Celebrate the season with a Patek watch made for enjoying the outdoors.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
Men, women and the watchmakers themselves are falling for the old-fashioned charm of retro timepieces.