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Cartier Panthère WSPN0013 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
Cartier Panthère WSPN0013 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

Cartier Panthère WSPN0013 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

22mm rectangular case, a silver dial with blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and Cartier’s signature

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Solo W1018755 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Cartier Tank Solo W1018755 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

Cartier Tank Solo W1018755 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

in an 18k yellow gold rectangular case measuring 31.0 x 24.4 mm. It has a stainless steel case back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

gold case and silvered dial. It features a slim, reversible rectangular case measuring approximately 19

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Piaget Protocole Full Set Ref 9154 18K Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial
Vintage Piaget Protocole Full Set Ref 9154 18K Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial

Vintage Piaget Protocole Full Set Ref 9154 18K Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial

By Piaget

Located in Houston, TX

ultra-thin watchmaking expertise. The rectangular case frames a striking Mother of Pearl and Onyx dial

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget Polo Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Mini Ladies Watch
Piaget Polo Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Mini Ladies Watch

Piaget Polo Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Mini Ladies Watch

By Piaget

Located in Miami, FL

adorned with original factory-set full pavé brilliant diamonds. The rectangular mini case, seamlessly

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Early Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Cube 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Size
Vintage Early Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Cube 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Size

Vintage Early Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Cube 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Size

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

“Cube” departs from Gérald Genta’s original porthole geometry with a rectangular silhouette. The “Cube

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kutchinsky Stainless Steel Diamond Chronograph Wristwatch
Kutchinsky Stainless Steel Diamond Chronograph Wristwatch

Kutchinsky Stainless Steel Diamond Chronograph Wristwatch

By Kutchinsky

Located in Braintree, GB

stylish rectangular Kutchinsky chronograph crafted in stainless steel, featuring a black dial with

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cocktail Watch with Audemars Piguet Movement
Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cocktail Watch with Audemars Piguet Movement

Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Cocktail Watch with Audemars Piguet Movement

By Harry Winston

Located in New York, NY

approximately 9.43 carats, offering a striking play of brilliance and linear elegance. Flanking the rectangular

Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Unworn Rolex Deepsea Reference# 136660, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Deepsea Reference# 136660, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Deepsea Reference# 136660, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Chromalight display, features large round, rectangular, and triangular luminescent hour markers that emit a

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold vintage Ladies watch
Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold vintage Ladies watch

Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold vintage Ladies watch

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

the iconic Serpenti design. Its rectangular case measures 15mm by 20mm and is crafted from 18K yellow

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage, Two-Tone Bracelet Watch, c. 1990s
Christian Dior Vintage, Two-Tone Bracelet Watch, c. 1990s

Christian Dior Vintage, Two-Tone Bracelet Watch, c. 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in Portland, England

rectangular gold-tone case with a minimalist light dial, signed Christian Dior Paris, fitted with slim gold

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3 Midsize Steel Ladies Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3 Midsize Steel Ladies Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3 Midsize Steel Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

movement and a rectangular stainless steel case measuring 25.0 x 30.0 mm. It has an octagonal crown set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 4127 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual 24 mm
Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 4127 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual 24 mm

Vintage 1976 Rolex Cellini 4127 18K Gold Champagne Dial Manual 24 mm

Located in New York, NY

keeping the overall profile slim and refined. Combined with the rectangular 24x34mm case, the proportions

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex for Tiffany and Co Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Dark Blue Dial Watch
Rolex for Tiffany and Co Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Dark Blue Dial Watch

Rolex for Tiffany and Co Oyster Perpetual Date 15210 Dark Blue Dial Watch

By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

rectangular accents at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions, while the 3 o'clock position features the signature date

Category

1990s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bucherer Swiss Wristwatch in Yellow, Rose, and White Gold
Bucherer Swiss Wristwatch in Yellow, Rose, and White Gold

Bucherer Swiss Wristwatch in Yellow, Rose, and White Gold

By Bucherer

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

ladies wristwatch is fitted with a Bucherer unadjusted 17 jewel movement, the rectangular 'antique white

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Black Starr & Frost Diamond and Platinum Watch, with Longines Movement
Art Deco Black Starr & Frost Diamond and Platinum Watch, with Longines Movement

Art Deco Black Starr & Frost Diamond and Platinum Watch, with Longines Movement

By Longines

Located in London, GB

rectangular off-white dial with cut corners, black Roman numerals, hands, and floral motifs, within a diamond

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Piaget 9151 Blue Lapis Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s
Piaget 9151 Blue Lapis Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s

Piaget 9151 Blue Lapis Dial Watch in 18K White Gold, 1970s

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

include a 25mm rectangular white gold case. It's on its original integrated mesh bracelet that fits up to

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch
Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - Identity London Ladies Watch

Located in Suwanee, GA

came from her estate. Its compact rectangular case, minimalist silver-toned dial, and unconventional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe 5101P 10-Day Tourbillon Platinum Watch Original Strap
Patek Philippe 5101P 10-Day Tourbillon Platinum Watch Original Strap

Patek Philippe 5101P 10-Day Tourbillon Platinum Watch Original Strap

By Patek Philippe

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

and understated elegance. Crafted in solid platinum, its distinctive rectangular case features Art

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Verdura Vintage 18k Gold Watch
Verdura Vintage 18k Gold Watch

Verdura Vintage 18k Gold Watch

By Verdura

Located in New York, NY

Verdura vintage 18k gold watch Featuring a polished 18k gold sleek rectangular case, and elegant

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies
Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies

Personally Owned By Joan Rivers with COA - MR Melissa Rivers Prototype Ladies

Located in Suwanee, GA

rectangular sterling silver case, creating a jewelry-forward design that feels intentional rather than trend

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Longines DolceVita L5.512.4.50.2
Longines DolceVita L5.512.4.50.2

Longines DolceVita L5.512.4.50.2

By Longines

Located in London, GB

DolceVita collection remains one of Longines’ most elegant designs — inspired by classic rectangular dress

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s
Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s

Vintage Hamilton Platinum Wristwatch, 22 x 36 mm — Circa 1930s

By Hamilton

Located in Wailea, HI

Deco craftsmanship, this rectangular platinum wristwatch measures 22 x 36 mm and embodies the refined

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch
Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

Elgin 10K Gold-Filled Vintage Wristwatch

By Elgin

Located in Wailea, HI

fine example of American horological craftsmanship. Housed in a 10K gold-filled rectangular case

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

de GRISOGONO New Retro RN01/B
de GRISOGONO New Retro RN01/B

de GRISOGONO New Retro RN01/B

By DeGRISOGONO

Located in New York, NY

product a vintage spirit. The rectangular case measures 50 x 44 mm and is 12 mm thick. Material - polished

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s
Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s

Art Déco Ladies’ Watch in Platinum with Diamonds – 1920s/30s

Located in Milano, MI

rectangular dial is framed within a linear, elegant design, characteristic of the Déco era. The watch

Category

Early 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920
Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

By Mauboussin

Located in Boston, MA

France. The rectangular case measures 10mm in width, made from platinum. The dial features a silver hue

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare Art Deco 1938 Rolex Prince 9K Solid Gold Watch Vintage
Rare Art Deco 1938 Rolex Prince 9K Solid Gold Watch Vintage

Rare Art Deco 1938 Rolex Prince 9K Solid Gold Watch Vintage

By Rolex

Located in Scotts Valley, CA

#2736 (on back) Serial #47406 (on back) Rolex Ref 2735 Circa 1938 Rolex Vintage Rectangular solid gold

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Swiss Credit Suisse 1g 999.5 Purity Platinum Ingot Classic Watch
Swiss Credit Suisse 1g 999.5 Purity Platinum Ingot Classic Watch

Swiss Credit Suisse 1g 999.5 Purity Platinum Ingot Classic Watch

Located in New York, NY

999.5 purity Credit Suisse 1g ingot. Featuring a sleek rectangular face and a durable steel case, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum, Stainless Steel

Omega Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Watch
Omega Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Watch

Omega Art Deco Style 1950s Swiss Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Watch

By Omega

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

setting. The watch has a rectangular dial with Roman numerals at twelve, three, six and nine, in addition

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm
Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm

Gruen Curvex Precision 14K Solid Gold Wristwatch, Circa 1940s – 20 x 47mm

By Gruen

Located in Wailea, HI

innovative and timelessly elegant. Tiffany & Co. Rectangular 18K Gold Wristwatch with Agassiz Movement

Category

Early 20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay 'SABI' 18k Gold Diamond Watch
Henry Dunay 'SABI' 18k Gold Diamond Watch

Henry Dunay 'SABI' 18k Gold Diamond Watch

By Henry Dunay

Located in New York, NY

Henry Dunay 'SABI' 18k Gold Diamond Watch Quartz movement, rectangular pave-set diamond dial with

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch
Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch

Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch Details: Mechanical, back-wind, rectangular

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet
Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet

By Gubelin Lucerne

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The watch is a remarkable piece from 1940, showcasing a classic rectangular design that makes it

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Franck Muller Vanguard Harimao 45MM V45 SC Dt TT BR NR Tiger Titanium Watch
Franck Muller Vanguard Harimao 45MM V45 SC Dt TT BR NR Tiger Titanium Watch

Franck Muller Vanguard Harimao 45MM V45 SC Dt TT BR NR Tiger Titanium Watch

By Franck Muller

Located in Houston, TX

Case Back: Closed Case Shape: Rectangular Diameter: 45.00 mm Dial Properties Color: Black Index Type

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch
Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch

Encausse & Krasker Pave Buckle Cover Fluted Bracelet-watch

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Enhance your collection with this elegant watch crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring a rectangular

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940's Gruen Curved Watch Yellow Gold Filled
Vintage 1940's Gruen Curved Watch Yellow Gold Filled

Vintage 1940's Gruen Curved Watch Yellow Gold Filled

By Gruen

Located in Wailea, HI

-century watchmaking. Housed in a rectangular 10k gold-filled case, the watch features clean Art Deco

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Gubelin 18k Yellow Gold Pave Stirrup Mesh Bracelet Ladies Watch
Gubelin 18k Yellow Gold Pave Stirrup Mesh Bracelet Ladies Watch

Gubelin 18k Yellow Gold Pave Stirrup Mesh Bracelet Ladies Watch

By Gubelin

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

exquisite timepiece is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The watch features a rectangular face with a silver dial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Carl F. Bucherer Alacria Queen 10702.01.90.11 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
Carl F. Bucherer Alacria Queen 10702.01.90.11 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold

Carl F. Bucherer Alacria Queen 10702.01.90.11 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold

By Carl F. Bucherer

Located in New York, NY

instructions. CASE DETAILS Case Shape: Rectangular Case Height (mm): 9.00 Bezel Type: Diamond Case Material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Piaget Protocole 83545 Ladies Pave Diamonds and Ruby Dial 18k YG 1980s
Piaget Protocole 83545 Ladies Pave Diamonds and Ruby Dial 18k YG 1980s

Piaget Protocole 83545 Ladies Pave Diamonds and Ruby Dial 18k YG 1980s

By Piaget

Located in SYDNEY, AU

design. The rectangular 18k yellow gold case is elegantly set with pavé diamonds, complemented by a

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch
Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch

Rolex Cellini Prince 28mm Chronometer 18K White Gold Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Prince Chronometer Cellini men's watch with a rectangular 28 x 47mm case in 18K white gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mesh Doll 18K White Gold Watch
Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mesh Doll 18K White Gold Watch

Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mesh Doll 18K White Gold Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

A vintage Vacheron & Constantin Mesh Doll wristwatch, featuring a rectangular shaped case with

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Retro Cocktail Wristwatch, circa 1950s
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Retro Cocktail Wristwatch, circa 1950s

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Retro Cocktail Wristwatch, circa 1950s

Located in London, GB

beauty of fine jewellery. At its heart is a delicate rectangular white dial measuring approximately 11.8

Category

Vintage 1950s English Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold

14 Kt Gold Alpina Gruen / Rolex Prince Doctors Jump Hour Wrist Watch
14 Kt Gold Alpina Gruen / Rolex Prince Doctors Jump Hour Wrist Watch

14 Kt Gold Alpina Gruen / Rolex Prince Doctors Jump Hour Wrist Watch

Located in Antwerp, BE

! Movement : Cal. 877S rectangular-shaped mechanical movement, 17 jewels, Manual Winding Jump Hour. Case

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco

Located in Greer, SC

rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. Eleven ( 11 ) natural

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch
French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch

Located in Poitiers, FR

original antique piece, this watch features a domed rectangular case with a black enamel back marked Elix

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Hampton XL
Baume & Mercier Hampton XL

Baume & Mercier Hampton XL

By Baume & Mercier

Located in PARIS, FR

rectangular stainless steel case — a nod to Art Deco design — paired with a crisp white dial and elegant

Category

Early 2000s European Modern Wrist Watches

Elegant 1940s Longines Wristwatch in 14k Yellow gold Rare Faceted Crystal
Elegant 1940s Longines Wristwatch in 14k Yellow gold Rare Faceted Crystal

Elegant 1940s Longines Wristwatch in 14k Yellow gold Rare Faceted Crystal

By Longines

Located in Wailea, HI

in a unique and eye-catching way. The rectangular case showcases the clean lines of 1940s modernism

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

de GRISOGONO New Retro RN02/B
de GRISOGONO New Retro RN02/B

de GRISOGONO New Retro RN02/B

By de GRISOGONO

Located in New York, NY

The de GRISOGONO rectangular case epitomises the perfect balance between minimalist architecture

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

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Rectangular Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of rectangular watches available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 96 vintage editions and 27 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to rectangular watches. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Rolex and Gucci are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut rectangular watches for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of rectangular watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.

How Much are Rectangular Watches?

On average, rectangular watches at 1stDibs sell for $4,295, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $35,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Wrist Watches for You

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.

Questions About Rectangular Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, men can wear rectangular watches. The truth is that men can wear any shape of timepiece they find appealing. In fact, over the years, watch blogs and the fashion press have hinted at the rising profile of non-round watch shapes. Called shaped or form watches, catchall terms for any non-round models, these less-common designs run the geometrical gamut from square and rectangular to barrel, cushion, oval, trapezoidal or completely asymmetrical. On 1stDibs, find a variety of men's watches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Rectangular watches are sometimes called tanks. Cartier pioneered the design and named it after the Renault tanks that the French military used during World War I. A watch with a rectangular case with rounded corners is a tonneau, named after the French word for barrel. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of watches.