Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Ellipse 18K YG Onyx Dial Manual 32mm
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A Study In Pure Form The Patek Philippe Ellipse was a direct response to the era's obsession with steel tool watches.
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 3649 Onyx Dial 18k WG Manual Winding 1970s
By Patek Philippe
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2221 Brand Patek Philippe Model N/A Reference 3649 Year 1970s Dial Onyx Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet 18k White Gold Diameter 32mm Length 19.3cm Movement Manual Winding Weig...
Vintage 1970s Patek Philippe Ellipse 3748/900 18K YG Onyx Dial Manual 28mm
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
It is one of the most confident and impactful expressions of Patek Philippe's design-forward history. The Uncracked Onyx Dial For collectors of stone dial watches, condition is ev...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. Lady's Platinum Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Patek Philippe & Cie, Genève, for Tiffany & Co, circa 1924, is a fine Art Déco, platinum, diamonds and onyx rectangular,women's wristwatch with platinum and diamond mesh ba...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 1900s Shreve, Crump & Lox Co. and Patek Philippe Diamond Watch
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Marquise cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.80 carat, Old European and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.20 carat,...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Patek Philippe Vintage 3649-1 Men Hand Wind Watch Onyx Dial 18k YG
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Patek Philippe Vintage 3649-1 Men Hand Wind Watch Onyx Dial 18k YG 30 mm
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Elipse Onyx Dial 3634 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold Elipse, 33mm by Patek Philippe. Featuring a distinctive black onyx dial with a fixed yellow gold bezel and a crown set with a single cabochon.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Onyx Turquoise Dial White Gold Bracelet Manual Wind Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch, rare onyx turquiose dial, a fixed 18k white gold bezel, an 18k white gold jewellery style bracelet with an 18k white gold jewellery style c...
Onyx, White Gold
Art Deco Patek Philippe Diamond, Onyx & Platinum Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and classy diamond, black onyx and platinum ladies watch created by Patek Philippe in the 1930's.
Vintage Patek Philippe Cocktail Watch Diamond Set Yellow Gold 4282
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A striking vintage ladies dress watch crafted in yellow gold by Patek Philippe. Featuring a distinctive black onyx dial with a twisted golden rope bezel.
Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Onyx Dial Manual Wristwatch Ref 3729
By Patek Philippe
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes Case: 18k yellow gold 31mm x 37mm rectangular case, sapphire protective crystal, pull/push crown Band: black lizard band with gold buck...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Phillipe Vintage Baguette Diamond Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Watch Ref 3625-1
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Patek Phillipe Circa 1980's, 18k-karat gold and Factory diamond cushion shape Case and onyx and diamond dial with Diamond bezel,Reference number 3625 1. Mechanical movement, 1...
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Patek Philipe Art Deco Diamond Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe. Atw. 3.00 cts.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Sold
W 1.42 in L 0.91 in
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Gemini Two Time Zone Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Rare and distinctive, 18K white gold, diamond, jade and onyx, Patek Philippe so-called “Gemini” wristwatch, ref. 4404, circa 1970, is a fine and extremely rare, elongated cut-corner ...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Stainless Steel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Patek Philippe 'Twenty-4' watch crafted in stainless steel. The rectangular stainless steel case measures 25 x 30 mm and is set with 36 round brilliant cut diamonds. Case f...
Diamond, Onyx, Steel
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Black Onyx Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3729
By Patek Philippe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Black Onyx Dial Vintage Mens Watch 3729.
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Malachite Onyx Bracelet Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Manufactured in 1976, this rare Patek Philippe is an amazingly stylish and decorative jewelry watch. 18k yellow gold with integrated three strand bracelet with black onyx and malachi...
Diamond, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Coral Onyx Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch with Red Coral, Onyx, and Diamonds, by Patek Philippe.
Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Ellipse with Onyx Dial Ref 3730
By Patek Philippe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine Patek Philippe Ellipse wristwatch. Stepped yellow gold case with black onyx dial, sapphire crown, original black 'croc' leather band and matching signed Ellipse yellow gold buck...
Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Classic 23mm 4429/1J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Classic ladies watch with Onyx dial in 18k yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Classic 18k yellow gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 4429/1J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Classic ladies watch with Onyx dial in 18k yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Baguette Diamond Onyx Bracelet Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 1970's White Gold and Diamond-Set Cushion-Shaped Bracelet Watch by Patek Philippe. Pave diamond dial with Onyx center marked "Patek Philippe Geneve".
Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow gold Onyx Dial Wristwatch Ref 3649/1
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe 18 K Yellow gold with Black Onyx Dial .Model 3649. Manual wind .Step down Case .36 mm x 30mm case dimensions. Excellent condition .Rectangular .Patek Philippe Crocod...
18k Gold
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2000 “Eye” Runway look #50 Style...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Heart Silk Cord Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black passementerie cord belt featuring a gold and silver toned heart with crystal embellishement. One size fits all. Adjustable length. Embossed YSL Mad...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
SOLD OUT Brand new with tags TOM FORD Fall 2015 runway white fringe flapper style dress! Impeccably designed, this rare gem features fabulous white tiers of fringe throughout on a ra...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Fully Embellished Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Embellished Jacket Label Number - 55801. Colors - Purple, Red, Black. Hand Embellished with Beads and Sequins. Black Velvet Collar. Decora...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Design...
Gucci Silk Gown with Cut out Waist, Swarovski Crystals and Hardware SS 2010
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk knit gown from Gucci's S/S 2010 collection as worn on the cover of Vogue by Linda Evangelista. It is fitted, has long sleeves with zipper wrists and fabulous s...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Backless Dress S/S 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fuchsia purple silk dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless with a slit at the center front neckline and hip pockets incorporated into the clever front seaming. The...
1980s Louis Feraud Size 4 Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon 80s Vintage Dress + Shawl
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 1980s LOUIS FERAUD lipstick red silk chiffon sleeveless dress and large shawl! Features a flattering ruched bodice with thin spaghetti straps at each shoulder....
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.)
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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.
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