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Eterna Grace Steel Diamond Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch 2560.54.66.1713
By Eterna
Located in New York, NY
Brand Eterna Department Women Model Number 2560.54.66.1713 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Model Grace Style Dress/Formal Movement Quartz Band Color Steel Band Material Sta...
Cartier Colisee 590002 Women's 24mm Gold Plated Quartz Watch, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
Condition Pre-owned - Good Seller Notes “very good” Country of Origin Switzerland Bezel Color Gold Closure Buckle Number of Jewels 7 Jewels Indices No Hour Marks Year Manufactured 19...
Blue Sapphire, Silver
Obrey Solid Silver Women's Quartz Round Watch with Silver Link Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Obrey Solid Silver Women's Quartz Round Watch w/ Silver Link Band Solid Silver Case 29 mm in Diameter (31 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 57 mm Thickness = 9 mm White Dial w/ Bl...
Silver
Rado Women's Ceramic Quartz Jubile Diastar Silver Watch 111.0333.3
By RADO
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Rado Women's Ceramic Quartz Jubile Diastar Silver Watch 111.0333.3 Serial #111.0333.3 Ceramic Mirror Silver Square Case 24 mm Wide (26 mm w/ Crown) 22 mm Long Lug-to-Lug Distance = 3...
Stainless Steel
Stührling Silver Women's 338l.121154 Countess Elite Swiss Quartz Watch
Located in New York, NY
Stainless Steel Case on Link Bracelet, Gray Dial, Diamond Studded Bezel, with Rose Tone and Diamond Accents Sword-Style Hands Individually Applied Roman Numerals -6,9,12 and Genuine ...
Unavailable
Gucci YA149501 Dionysus Silver Watch
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
GUCCI YA149501 Dionysus silver watch. Gucci Greek God Dionysus Black MOP Tiger Heads Women's Watch Quartz Black dial SILVER
Silver
Ebel Beluga E9157421 Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial Stainless Steel
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Ebel Beluga E9157421 Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial Stainless Steel 27mm.
TAG Heuer Kirium Professional WL1350 Women’s Quartz Watch Silver Dial
By TAG Heuer
Located in Miami, FL
Tag Heuer Kirium Professional WL1350 Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial 28mm. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch W69010Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This never been worn Cartier Ballon Bleu W69010Z4 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a rou...
Rado Integral Ceramic Diamond Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch R20733712
By RADO
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rado Integral R20733712 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered by a quartz movement which is cased in a ceramic case. It has a round shape face, diamonds dial...
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H 0.4 in W 0.63 in Dm 1.23 in
Breitling Sirius Perpetuel Steel Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch B60622
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Sirius B60622 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape fa...
Steel
Eterna Grace Steel Diamond Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch 2560.54.66.1713
By Eterna
Located in New York, NY
This display model Eterna Grace 2560.54.66.1713 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round...
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H 0.32 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.38 in
Gucci 122.5 Chiodo Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Womens Watch YA122508
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
This New Without Tags Gucci Chiodo YA122508 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round sha...
Omega Constellation 123.15.24.60.52.001, Silver Dial, Certified
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Constellation Reference #: 123.15.24.60.52.001. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 24 MM.
Baume & Mercier Catwalk MV045219, Silver Dial, Certified
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Miami, FL
Baume & Mercier Catwalk Reference #: MV045219. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 20 MM.
Cartier Tank Francaise W51008Q3, Silver Dial, Certified
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Reference #: W51008Q3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 20 MM.
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso 260.8.08, Silver Dial, Certified
Located in Miami, FL
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Reference #: 260.8.08. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 20 MM.
Cartier Tank Francaise W51008Q3, Silver Dial, Certified
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Reference #: W51008Q3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 20 MM.
Cartier Roadster W62016V3, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Roadster Reference #: W62016V3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 29 MM.
Cartier Roadster W62016V3, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Roadster Reference #: W62016V3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 29 MM.
Piaget Limelight G0A29129, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Limelight Reference #: G0A29129. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 18 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Pasha WJ11924G, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Pasha Reference #: WJ11924G. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 32 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Ebel Beluga E9157421, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Ebel Beluga Reference #: E9157421. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Piaget Protocol 5221, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Protocol Reference #: 5221. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 17 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Cellini 6673, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Cellini Reference #: 6673. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 26 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Piaget Protocol 5222, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Protocol Reference #: 5222. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 19 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Chopard Imperiale 8541, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Imperiale Reference #: 8541. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 28 MM.
Piaget Polo G0A26032, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Polo Reference #: G0A26032. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Silver 28 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso 265.81.31, Silver Dial, Certified
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Jaeger LeCoultre Grande Reverso Reference #: 265.81.31. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 21 MM.
Chopard Happy Sport 288525-3003, Silver Dial, Certified
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport Reference #: 288525-3003. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 40 MM.
Vacheron Constantin Absolues 27036/PB, Silver Dial, Certified
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Miami, FL
Vacheron Constantin Absolues Reference #: 27036/PB. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 19 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Delices de Cartier WG8000006, Silver Dial, Certified
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Delices de Cartier Reference #: WG8000006. Womens Quartz Watch Rose Gold Silver 25 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Tiffany & Co. Atlas L0640, Silver Dial Certified Authentic
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Tiffany & Co Atlas L0640 Womens Quartz Watch 925 Sterling Silver 24mm. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Tank Francaise W51008Q3, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Reference #: W51008Q3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Tank Americaine 2503, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine Reference #: 2503. Womens Quartz Watch Rose Gold Silver 19 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Ronde Solo W6700255, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ronde Solo Reference #: W6700255. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Franck Muller Curvex 1752QZD, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Franck Muller
Located in Miami, FL
Franck Muller Curvex Reference #: 1752QZD. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 25 MM.
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE9001Z3, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu Reference #: WE9001Z3. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Silver 28 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Tank Americaine 2568, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine Reference #: 2568. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Silver 27 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Ballon Bleu 3653, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu Reference #: 3653. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 34 MM.
Cartier Ballon Bleu W69010Z4, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu Reference #: W69010Z4. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 28 MM.
Cartier Must 21 1340, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Must 21 Reference #: 1340. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 28 MM.
Cartier Must 21 1330, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Must 21 Reference #: 1330. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 31 MM.
Cartier Must 21 W10073R6, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Must 21 Reference #: W10073R6. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 28 MM.
Cartier Tank Americaine 2544, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine Reference #: 2544. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 15 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Must 21 1330, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Must 21 Reference #: 1330. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 31 MM.
Baume & Mercier Hampton M0A08241, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Miami, FL
Baume & Mercier Hampton Reference #: M0A08241. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Tank Solo W5200028, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Solo Reference #: W5200028. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 31 MM.
Cartier Ronde Solo WSRN0019, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ronde Solo Reference #: WSRN0019. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 29 MM.
Cartier Tank Francaise W51008Q3, Silver Dial Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Reference #: W51008Q3. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 20 MM.
Cartier Tank Solo WSTA0028, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Solo Reference #: WSTA0028. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 28 MM.
Cartier Tortue No-Ref#, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tortue Reference #: No-ref#. Womens Quartz Watch Yellow Gold Silver 24 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Ronde Solo W6701007, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ronde Solo Reference #: W6701007. Womens Quartz Watch Rose Gold Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Cartier Tank Divan W6300255, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Divan Reference #: W6300255. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Corum Corum 24 706 59, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Corum
Located in Miami, FL
Corum Corum Reference #: 24 706 59. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 28 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Bvlgari Rettangolo RT W39 G, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Bvlgari Rettangolo Reference #: RT W39 G. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 31 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Roger Dubuis Too Much T22180, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Roger Dubuis
Located in Miami, FL
Roger Dubuis Too Much Reference #: T22180. Womens Quartz Watch White Gold Silver 22 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Albatros No-Ref-Number, Silver Dial, Certified and
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Jaeger LeCoultre Albatros Reference #: no-ref-number. Womens Quartz Watch Stainless Steel Silver 24 MM.
Cartier Must 21 1340 With 6 in. Band, Stainless-Steel Bezel & Silver Dial
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier 21Must De 1340 Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial Stainless Steel 28mm.
Cartier Must 21 2415, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Must 21 Reference #: 2415. Womens Quartz Watch Sterling Silver White 22 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Chopard Imperiale 388532, Mother of Pearl Dial, Certified
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Imperiale Reference #: 388532. Womens Quartz Watch Silver Tone Mother of Pearl 36 MM.
Tiffany & Co. Gallery 6654 With 6.5 in. Band, Stainless-Steel Bezel & White Dial
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Tiffany & Co Gallery Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial Leather Band 23mm.
Audemars Piguet Carnegie, REF. 14941
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Authenticity Guarantee, Audemars Piguet Carnegie classic ladies watch in 18K yellow gold, 16mm diamond bezel. Reference number: 14941. This watch has a folding butterfly clasp. Quart...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black dress by Jane Andre in a cotton linen blend. It has cap sleeves, a drop waist and full skirt. There is fine band around the crew neckline and the drop waistline ending ...
Retro Platinum Ladies Watch with 4.00ct Diamonds, 1940s Vintage
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Retro diamond ladies watch is a beautiful 1940’s piece, crafted in platinum and set with 132 marquise, baguette, and single cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.00 cara...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.52 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of Gems...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$413
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in L 25.6 in
1970s High Quality Vintage Black Leather and Brass italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This rare 1970s Italian shoulder bag is a superb example of mid-century luxury, showcasing the sophisticated craftsmanship for which Italy is renowned. The exterior is crafted from p...
Vintage Art Deco Ladies Bulova Wrist Watch 10K Rolled Gold Original 1934
By Bulova
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Art Deco Ladies Bulova Wrist Watch 10K Rolled Gold Original 1934 Runs Great and Keeps Accurate Time Incredible Engraving All Over Case 10K Rolled Gold Case 12K White Go...
Vintage 1960's Ivory Woven Basket Bag Pearlescent Lucite Handles
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful early 1960's ivory basket bag, accented by pearlescent lucite handles, is just the piece to add to your vintage accessory collection. The elegant rectangle shape is ...
2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Kingston, NY
Runway Collection $20,000 Original Retail Made in Italy An extraordinary couture creation from the 2009 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Collection, this gold gown is a masterclass in even...
$187Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.15 in D 0.15 in L 6.5 in
Silvorra Natural Citrine Gemstone Round-Cut Tennis Bracelet in 925 Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant natural citrine tennis bracelet is beautifully crafted in solid 925 sterling silver. A continuous line of 44 vibrant round citrine gemstones, each 4 mm in size, creates ...
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
$5,669Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in W 3.35 in L 11.03 in
Exceptional Hermès Vintage Glika Bag Rouge H Box Leather Golden Hdw 28 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Bag "GLIKA" Made in France Vintage item Outside made of Box Smooth Leather, Inside lined with finely grained leather Colorway: Rouge H (Hermè...
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
Vintage Brown Mink Coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Brown Mink Coat (with detachable collar) is a timeless, luxurious investment piece that combines warmth, elegance, and vintage charm. Crafted from high-quality fur, thi...
Glycine Watch Co Art Deco Platinum 4.03tcw Diamond Women's Watch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite timepiece features a rectangular face adorned with intricate diamond detailing along the bezel. The watch showcases a delicate floral motif at the top and bottom, enha...
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Men's Bracelet Watch with Gold Dial, from 1973
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Oval Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1973 DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 30mm MOVEMENT / ...
Ladies Chopard 18k White Gold 26.5mm Watch
By Chopard
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Lady's Chopard 26.5mm Classique Vintage 18K White Gold Watch with Black Leather Strap and White Dial. The watch has the original papers and booklet, in good condition with light supe...
18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other 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.
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