Patek Philippe Genéve Lady's Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Switzerland. Serial no. 987502. Marked: Patek Philippe / Genéve / Swiss / Twenty 20 Jewels / PT 0,950. Total
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe Genéve Lady's Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Switzerland. Serial no. 987502. Marked: Patek Philippe / Genéve / Swiss / Twenty 20 Jewels / PT 0,950. Total
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe. A Gold Elegant Pocket Watch & Chain 1960
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe & Co Genève Swiss with Ref No 744. The case is fully Swiss hallmarked and numbered
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Round Crystal Dial Leather Strap Wristwatch in Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
black leather. Reference #3537J. Signed Patek Philippe Genēve.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2599 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
material: 18K gold Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve Swiss, Ref. 2599, 2608437, 18K
18k Gold
$11,245
W 1.07 in L 1.46 in
1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Square Watch with Dog Ear Lugs - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
Appraisal: Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Country of origin: Switzerland Year built: c. 1940's - this
18k Gold
Patek Philippe "Jumbo UFO" Automatic Steel Purple 35mm Dial Leather Strap Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Logo: Patek Philippe Geneve, Swiss Design & Construction This exceptional Patek Philippe 'Jumbo
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Nautilus Diamond Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
: 16mm x 14.5mm Diamonds: Approx. 0.50 carats Marked: 'Patek Philippe Geneve Swiss' '750' and swiss assay
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vacheron & Constantin. A Gold Chronometre Royal Pocket Watch B&P C1910
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
. This rare and important pocket watch was made by Vacheron to rival the Patek Philippe Gondolo Pocket
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920 Cresarrow by Piguet with case same as V & C Mens Rare & Unusual Art Deco
By Cresarrow
Located in Suwanee, GA
Genève like a Patek Philippe. Because the movement has Geneva Seals, a Dutch friend of the most recent
18k Gold
Patek Philippe, Vide Poche - Porcelain Plate, Collection 1999
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
This is a Patek Philippe a Patek Philippe Vide Poche, Limoges for Patek Philippe, Geneve, Made in
Patek Philippe, Nautique, Pendulette Dôme, Solar Clock Ref. 705
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
Nautique Patek Philippe, Genève, Pendulette Dôme, movement No. 872514, Ref. 705. Made in 1955, sold
1960s Patek Philippe Jade Swan Mantle Solar Clock, Largest known
By Patek Philippe
Located in New york, NY
signed for Patek Philippe A Geneve. Confirmed by its archive the clock is referenced as a Ref 1316 and
Jade, Brass
Retro Sub-Dial Patek Philippe & Co Hand-Winding 18 Karat Gold Vintage Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Little Neck, NY
wristwatch with second hand Sub-Dial Patek Philippe GENEVE 18 kt Yellow Gold Mid Century 28mm with 16mm Lugs
Patek Philippe Calatrava Manual Wind Roman Dial Yellow Gold Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Southampton, PA
: Manual Wind Hallmarks: Patek Philippe Geneve Swiss Made 750 *Free Shipping within the United States* Your
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Mod Sixties Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s 18k, Patek Philippe, Genève, Switzerland. This 18k yellow gold bracelet, with its mod
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Stamford, CT
: New custom made Matisse Alligator made in USA Crystal: Glass Dial: Patek Philippe + Co Geneve
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Marine Chronometer Desk Clock
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
firm Patek Philippe. One of the most complex and accurate timepieces ever made, the chronometer is
Brass
Patek Philippe 18ct Rose Gold Gondolo Pocket Watch 1903
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
is signed Chronometro Gondolo Patek Philippe & Cie Genève made for Gondolo & Labouriau Rio De
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 600 Dress Watch Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, Ref. 600. Made circa 1950. Very fine and elegant, 18K yellow gold
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
and unusual white enamel dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Cie Geneve Switzerland with Roman numerals
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe. A Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1914
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
: The unusual silver gilt engine turned dial signed Patek Philippe & Co Geneve with Breguet numerals
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1900
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
elegant white enamel dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Cie Geneve with Arabic numerals outer minute track
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe. A Rare Gold Chronograph Date Pocket Watch C1868
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
is engraved with the number and is engraved Invention and Execution by Patek Philippe & Co Geneve
18k Gold
Patek Philippe. A Rose Gold Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1890
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
enamel dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Co Geneve with Roman numerals outer minute track and subsidiary
Rose Gold
1953 Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Hooded Lug Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
Movement markings: Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, 941,034 Band: Leather (non-Patek), fully stitched
18k Gold
1960 Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Ref. 3257 Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
Movement markings: Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, Adjusted to 5 Positions, Heat, Cold, and
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Minute Repeater Split Second Chronograph Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
, PHILIPPE & CIE GENÈVE" on the face and "PATEK PHILIPPE & CO. GENEVE, SUISSE 125077"
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
women's movement, except for some made by Patek Philippe and a few of the highest level ladies movements
Platinum
1960's Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Ref. 3306 Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
: Manufacturer: Patek Philippe Country of origin: Switzerland Serial no.: 985,721 Year made: c. the second
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rare Sliver & Gold Keyless Lever OpenFace DressPocket Watch C1920
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
: The beautifully crisp fully signed Patek Philippe & Cie Genève silver dial with black Arabic numerals
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1957 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Midsize Cushion Hourglass Watch, Ref. 2413
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
(inside): Patek Phillipe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, .750, 695,037, 2413 Case condition: Presents in beautiful
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rectangular Hour Glass Ref 1593 Wristwatch Original Box, 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Patek Philippe Rectangular Curved Glass Ref#1593 Wristwatch in it’s original box. The exquisite
18k Gold
Sold
H 1.11 in W 0.83 in
1945 Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Handwound Ref. 1289 Dress Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, 18K, .750, case number, ref. 1289 Dimensions: 21mm
18k Gold
Antique Patek Philippe Rose Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1891
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Co Geneve with Roman numerals outer minute track and subsidiary
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Gondola Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch 1904
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
perfect white enamel Roman dial signed Patek Philippe & Co Genève with sub second dial signed above
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.95 in
1952 PATEK PHILIPPE Mens "Pagoda" Serpico Y Laino Watch - Original with Papers
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
material: 18K gold Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve, Swiss, .750, 1588, 671,383, Ref
18k Gold
Antique Patek Philippe Rose Gold Gondolo Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
perfect white enamel Roman dial signed Patek Philippe & Co Genève with sub second dial signed above
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Gondolo Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
perfect white enamel Roman dial signed Patek Philippe & Co Genève with sub second dial signed above
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo 18ct Yellow Gold Open Face Keyless Lever Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
and papers, C1920's. Dial: A perfect white enamel dial signed Patek Philippe & Cie Geneve with Roman
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Tegolino Manual Wind 18K Gold Gubelin Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
), and Swiss Made. Details: Item Type: Ladies Wrist Watch Brand: Patek Philippe (Gubelin) Model
Gold
Patek Philippe Gondolo 18CT Rose Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
perfect white enamel Roman dial signed Patek Philippe & Co Genève with outer minute track with unusual Red
18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Tank Gondolo Watch, Case, Very Good, 5014G
By Patek Philippe
Located in San Diego, CA
18kt yellow gold Patek Philippe Tank Gondolo watch. Made in Geneve. Champagne face, case is 35 mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.79 in D 0.71 in Dm 6.8 in L 2.49 in
Universal Genève 1950 Swiss Retro Modernist Bangle Watch In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami, FL
Genève Swiss by the Universal Watch Company, back in the 1950. This mechanical bangle-watch was made
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Designed for: Men Case material: 18K yellow gold Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve
18k Gold
Antique Patek Philippe. A Rose Gold Keyless Lever Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1891
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
dial fully signed Patek Philippe & Co Geneve with Roman numerals outer minute track and subsidiary
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Swiss by Gilbert Albert 1960 Important Ring 18Kt Gold with Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
). Stamped, with the maker's mark PP for Patek Philippe, the swiss gold assay hallmarks and signed, "PP CO
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Gilbert Albert Necklace
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Litchfield, CT
Geneve, Switzerland. This modernist necklace from renowned designer Gilbert Albert has an easy
18k Gold
Vintage Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 56049SA 18K Gold Stainless Watch, 1978 Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Grams Size: Adjustable, Fits Up to 6.6" Wrist With Original Papers from 1978 Made in Switzerland The
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vacheron Constantin Chronometer Royal Gold Open Face Pocket Watch C1910
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
craftsmanship. This pocket watch was made by Vacheron to rival the Patek Philippe Gondolo Pocket Watch. This is
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Chronometer Royal 18ct Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Patek Philippe Gondolo Pocket Watch. This is a piece which would compliment one's collection because of
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sold
H 1.46 in W 0.56 in
1925 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Exceptional Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Suwanee, GA
of origin: Switzerland, presumably made for the U.S. market Year built: c. 1920's Serial no
Platinum
Patek Philippe Ref 3588 Genève Wristwatch Made in the 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Firenze, IT
. 35 mm. Thickness 6 mm This watch is illustrated on page 170 in the book "Patek Philippe - Kult-Objekt
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Patek Philippe Geneve 3519 18k Gold Hand Wind with Paper 1970s RA370
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Patek Philippe Geneve Ref 3519 manual wind dress watch, c
Gold, 18k Gold
Midsize Patek Philippe Geneve 3566-1 18k White Gold Manual, c.1970s LV630
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Patek Philippe MODEL : Ellipse, Ref.3566/1 COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE : Switzerland YEAR OF MANUFACTURE
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Squelette Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New Orleans, LA
Patek Philippe presentation box and certificate of authenticity. Movement marked "Patek Philippe Geneve
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel Vanity Mirror Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Stand with name (Logo) plate saying "Patek Philippe Geneve" The mirror is of excellent craftsmanship
Brass, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Ellipse Yellow Gold 18 Karat Cufflinks, 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
GENEVE SWITZERLAND. Cufflinks signed PATEK PHILIPPE GENEVE, numbered. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold.
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18kt. yellow gold Gondolo open-face pocket watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Braintree, GB
Patek Philippe 18kt. yellow gold Gondolo open-face pocket watch. Made in Switzerland, Circa 1900's
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k White Gold Cross Cufflinks
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
gentleman's wardrobe. Hallmarks: Patek Philippe, Geneve, Swiss, maker's mark, Swiss standard marks, 750, PPCo.
18k Gold, White Gold
1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 Mens Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
: 18K yellow gold Case markings (inside): Patek Philippe & Co, Geneve, Swiss, 0.750., 299,351 Case
18k Gold
1940 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Cushion Watch with Stepped Lugs - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
(inside): Patek Philippe & Co., Geneve, Swiss, 638,835 Case condition: Presents in very good condition
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 35MM 18K White Gold Mesh Bracelet Gray Dial Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Movement: Automatic Bracelet: Integrated Mesh Clasp: Deployant Hallmark: Patek Philippe Geneve, Swiss 750
18k Gold
Universal Geneve Microrotor Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
router. The microrotor is a technology that made the myth Patek Philippe. steel/leather strap. Deploying
Universal Geneve Yellow Gold Filled Disco Volante Automatic Watch, 1950s
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch done by Patek Philippe which you can view in our collection as item number 741.
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe, Genève World Time Ref 5131G
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a limited edition Patek Philippe World Time reference 5131G in white gold stands out with a
Patek Philippe 2 Pair Vide Poche Collection 2002
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York City, NY
This is a Patek Philippe Vide Poche, Limoges for Patek Philippe, Geneve, Made in 2002. A fine and
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...
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990 Rolex Day Date Coral Ref. 18238 (Full Set)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Coral, the King of Stone dials Rolex hasn't left a stone unturned when it comes to the selection of materials for their dials which in some cases can be described as 'exotic'. Stone...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Cartier collier Trinity mini modele Grey Yellow Rose Gold Trinity Necklace TPM
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Trinity necklace, small model, pendant in white gold, rose gold, yellow gold, chain in 750/1000 yellow gold. Diameter of the motif 10.7mm, chain length adjustable from 36 to 40cm, we...
Gold
$44,129
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 ...
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Black Togo Leather Rose Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a gorgeous Black Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured with the warm glow of Rose Gold hardware. This beautiful Birkin bag is a perfect combination to move from day to eve...
Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress
By Givenchy, John Galliano
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...
Faberge Bi-Color Ribbed Gold Cigarette Case
By Fabergé
Located in Capri, IT
1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. Of rectangular shape.
$2,275
Size: 32 A / Small
1960s Christian Dior 32A Silk Three Piece Bloomers Bra 60s Vintage Lingerie Set
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1960s Christian Dior silk lingerie set ! Features baby blue silk bloomer shorts that have a button closure on the back. Two different bras—one in pink, and one in ivory. Dior lo...
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
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
JAR Large Aluminum and 18k Gold Pink Purple Hydrangea Flower Earrings
By JAR
Located in New York City, NY
JAR: A Burst of Floral Fantasy in These Large Aluminum and 18k Gold Hydrangea Earrings Embrace the whimsical beauty of JAR with these captivating large earrings. A unique fusion of ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano teal double-layered knitted lace dress, ss 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior teal slip dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Double-layered ▪ Fine knitted lace ▪ Antique gold lamé ribbon criss-cross appliqués ▪ Gold lurex underdress ▪ Two-t...
1972 Rolex Day Date Oxblood Stella 'Qaboos' Ref. 1803
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Qaboos Stella Since its inception in the mid 1950s the Day Date embodies the absolute top model of the Rolex collection range and is a sign of success, wealth and prosperity. Presid...
18k 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.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
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