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Swiss Watch International Chronograph 18K Yellow Gold 51 Jewels
Located in New York, NY
crystal, while the exhibition back reveals the intricate Swiss 51 Jewel automatic movement at its heart
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Tegrov Swiss Made Watch Mechanical 17 Jewels Stainless Steel
By Piaget
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Tegrov Swiss made vintage Mechanical watch 17 jewels Stainless steel Measures: 9 long x
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Vintage Alpha Watch, 17 Jewel Automatic, Fully Serviced Swiss
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Gorgeous Men's Alpha Watch has a 17 jewel movement and is automatic. This had just been fully
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

18 Jewel Tank Watch Swiss Made in 18ct Yellow & White Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow & White Gold, 18 Jewel, Tank Watch – Swiss Made Additional Information: Case Size
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Girard-Perregaux Swiss Movement 17 jewels, Dial, Case, Crown & Glass. 1970's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Girard-Perregaux Swiss watch parts: Swiss Manual Movement 17 jewels, signed & numbered 263999 Dial
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches

1960s Swiss Made La Marque 7 Jewels Pocket Timer Stopwatch Nonworking
By Omega
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pocket timer Swiss made La Marque 7 Jewels Pocket Stopwatch Nonworking 2 w x 2.88 tall x .5 d
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern More Clocks

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Sellita Ladies 14 Karat Gold Bracelet Wristwatch Swiss 17 Jewels
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid Century Modern Sellita Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch 21.9 Grams Swiss 17
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Banner 7 Jewel Swiss Watch Pin/Brooch, Skeleton Feature
Located in Austin, TX
condition. The watch/clock is a Swiss-made Banner watch with a skeleton back and 7-jewel powered. On the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Ghisi's original poster for Invicta 1837 - 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Swiss watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Ghisi's original poster for Invicta - 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Swiss stands as a rare and historical
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1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Lithograph, Paper

CYMA WATCH COMPANY - Vintage Alarm Clock - 11 Jewels - Swiss Made - Circa 1950's
By CYMA Watch Co.
Located in Chatham, ON
CYMA WATCH COMPANY - Brass alarm clock - Swiss made - circa 1950's. Features include - manual wind
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Jewel-Toned Honey Comb Swiss Blue Topaz 12.10 carats Natural Gem from Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
Swiss Blue Topaz Gemstone from Madagascar. Shop Now to Own a Piece of Nature's Elegance. Limited Stock
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21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz

Swiss Wooden Quadripod Stool, Switzerland ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Form and function collide in this Swiss stool, a piece of furniture that is often underestimated
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

Tiffany & Co Mid Century Zodiac Watch Swiss Gilt Metal 15 Jewel Desk Clock 7"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Limited. 15 Jewel Swiss works. Reference Number 950766. "Zodiac Watches, or simply Zodiac, is an American
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

SSEF Switzerland Authentic Burmese 3.90 Carat Halo Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisitely crafted, this magnificent ring showcases an illustrious combination of precious materials and dazzling gemstones. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the ring fe...
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GRS Switzerland Pear Cut Ruby Three Stone Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Antinori Di Sanpietro GRS-Certified Pear Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold Embrace the splendor of Antinori Di Sanpietro's craftsmanship with this exquisite three-stone ru...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

GRS Switzerland 8 Carat BURMESE RUBY Oval Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
proper certificate (GRS Switzerland is one of the best colored gemstones laboratory) but is also eye
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GRS Switzerland Certified 7 Carat Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
with no evidence of heat treatments and has been certified by the Swiss laboratory GRS The ring has
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2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

SSEF Switzerland Unheated Untreated 7 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Behold, a magnificent natural Blue Sapphire hailing from the renowned mines of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Weighing an impressive 7.26 carats, this gemstone boasts dimensions of 10.80 x 9.48...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Switzerland Certified 3.30 Carat Colombian Emerald Cocktail Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Switzerland certificate that states that the emerald is from Colombia
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

7.2 CTW Octagon Cut Swiss Blue Topaz Single Stone Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Octagon Cut Swiss Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural topaz of 7.2 carats. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Switzerland 3.70 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Unheated Untreated
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
GRS Switzerland 3.70 Carat Oval Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Unheated Untreated
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Switzerland 6.50 Certified Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Antinori Fine Jewels is proud to show this exclusive cushion mixed-cut Burma ruby exhibits its
Category

2010s Italian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA GRS Switzerland Certified Oval Blue No Heat Ceylon Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
of Switzerland and GIA. Currently a size 6, this ring can be resized to any finger size.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

SSEF Switzerland 7.26 Carat Blue Sapphire UNHEATED Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
a report from SSEF Switzerland Laboratories stating that the sapphire is natural, of Ceylon Sri
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2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

GRS SWITZERLAND 9.12 Carat Ceylon Royal Blue Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Cut Ceylon Sapphire weighing 9.12 carats, and certified by GRS Switzerland as an untreated, UNHEATED
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Switzerland 3.25 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring Made in Italy
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite Colombian cushion vivid green emerald ring boasts a sought-after gemstone. Colombian emeralds are famed for their pure, rich greens and considered especially beautiful. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Switzerland Certified 9 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire RingUnheated and Untreated
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This incredible piece from Antinori di Sanpietro features a 9 carat Ceylon oval sapphire of blue color with no heat treatment. Set in a handmade, platinum, rond brilliant cut diamo...
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire

GRS Switzerland Certified 11.80 Carat Sri-Lanka Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
GRS SWITZERLAND Certified 11.80 Carat Sri-Lanka Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Ring the main stone is
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2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Rare Gruen 416 Swiss Men's Wrist Watch
By Gruen
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
jewel Swiss manual wind movement. A new soft brown leather strap has been installed. Gift Boxed.
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

MOGOK Burma GRS Switzerland 4.57 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cocktail Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite natural untreated and unheated burmese ruby with a certification that states the origin. The side diamonds sum 1 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds and the ring has ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.50 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz Oval Cut Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Oval Cut Vivid Swiss Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring. 1.50Carat topaz with a stunning vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
By Omega
Located in London, GB
is 9ct Gold. It has 15 jewels, and the movement is manual. The watch is in excellent condition
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
Vintage Omega Watch 15 Jewels in 9ct Gold
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W 0.24 in L 0.69 in
Vintage Ernest Borel 17 Jewel White Face Cocktail Watch
Located in Montreal, QC
1970 Ernest Borel cocktail white dial ladies' watch. Original parts and strap, 17 jewel manual, the
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Calatrava, 18 Jewel Movement Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ultra Thin 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 18 Jewel movement watch. This style watch
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz Oval Cut Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Oval Cut Vivid Swiss Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring. 1.50Carat topaz with a stunning vivid swiss blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Swiss 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Swiss origin, which is known for its precision craftsmanship and quality in various industries
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Swiss 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
Vintage Swiss 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
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W 0.83 in D 0.16 in L 1.62 in
Omega Yellow Gold 6 Jewel Wristwatch, 1982
By Omega
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Thin 14 Karat Omega 6 Jewel Quartz Watch. The rectangular-faced dial is framed in a gold
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Yellow Gold 6 Jewel Wristwatch, 1982
Omega Yellow Gold 6 Jewel Wristwatch, 1982
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H 0.2 in W 0.87 in
No Heat GRS Switzerland Certified 9.12 Carat Sri-Lanka Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This fantastic sapphire from Sri Lanka has a weight of 9.12 carats and is certified by GRS Swisslab one of the most important laboratories in the world for the quality certification ...
Category

2010s Sri Lankan Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Unheated GRS Switzerland 9 Carat Emerald Cut Royal Blue Sri Lanka Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite unheated large blue sapphire from Srilanka with a phenomenal color a royal blue vivid hue. The sapphire has not been treated in any way is a pristine emerald cut sapphir...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

2.00 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz Emerald Octagonal Cut Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Emerald Octagonal Cut Vivid Swiss Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring. 2.00 Carat topaz with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.00 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz Emerald Octagonal Cut Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Emerald Octagonal Cut Vivid Swiss Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring. 2.00 Carat topaz with a stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swiss Modern Aquamarine and Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Switzerland. This sleek Swiss Modern jewel features a luminous deep blue 20.00
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch
By Geneva
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Geneva 14 Karat Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch. This exquisite watch features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

High Jewelry swiss made. Unique piece. Combian Emerald
Located in Lausanne, CH
, Switzerland. It is inspired by the flight path of the bee, translated into a hand-forged ring set with finely
Category

2010s Swiss Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Christie's Magnificent Jewels Geneva May 27, 1993 First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Christie's Magnificent Jewels Geneva May 27, 1993. First edition softcover. The 491 lot catalog on
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1990s Swiss Books

Materials

Paper

Gubelin of Switzerland Art Deco Desk Clock, circa 1930s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" X 2 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Art Deco 17 Jewels Square Dial Gents Manual Wristwatch, c1930
Located in Westward ho, GB
Swiss, this watch has a good sized square dial with chrome casing and stainless steel backing and dates
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Lonville Yellow Gold Filled Swiss Made, Circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ CALIBER: Manual Winding / 7 Jewels / Cal.1114 DIAL / HANDS: Silvered with Arabic Numerals / Gilt Leaf
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Swiss Modern 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Swiss Modern 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds is a marvelous piece of jewelry that exudes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lunesa Swiss Made New Old Stock Wristwatch, circa 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Luminous Numerals / Blued Steel Luminous Hands
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Retro Swiss 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Retro Swiss 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds featuring old-cut diamonds is a piece of
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Swiss 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Retro Swiss 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.79 in L 1.38 in
Lanco Pocket Watch 1950s, Chrome Case, Working, Slim Modern Design, 15 Jewel
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Lanco Pocket watch 1950s, Chrome Case, Working, Slim Modern Design, Very Good Condition, 15 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches

Materials

Steel

Henry Capt 18 Karat Gold Handmade 31 Jewel Quarter Repeating Watch, 1900s
By Henry Capt
Located in Long Beach, CA
Winding / 31 Jewels / High Grade / Lever Slide Repeat Mechanism DIAL / HANDS: Kiln Fired Enamel with Roman
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Sotheby's Catalog, An Important Russian Imperial Jewel. Geneva, 2005 1st Ed
By Sotheby's
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's Catalog, An Important Russian Imperial Jewel. Geneva 17 November 2005. 1st Ed hardcover
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Books

Materials

Paper

Gubelin of Switzerland Art Deco Desk Clock, circa 1930s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" X 2 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Unique and Magnificent Jewel Encrusted Automaton Watch by Audemars Piguet
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
Unique and magnificent jewel encrusted automaton watch by Audemars Piguet Swiss, 2002 Measures
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Early 20th Century Swiss More Clocks

Materials

Gold

Elbon 17 Jewels Timemaster GMT Pocket Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Elbon 17 Jewels Timemaster. Swiss unadjusted 812-17 Winton Watch Company. Case Signed "Defiance
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

Elbon 17 Jewels Timemaster GMT Pocket Watch
Elbon 17 Jewels Timemaster GMT Pocket Watch
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H 1.97 in W 1.97 in
Bucherer 1940s Swiss Yellow, Rose, and White Gold Wristwatch
By Bucherer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
clearly displays the maker's name 'BUCHERER' in addition to '17 JEWELS' and 'SWISS MADE'. The watch face
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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

1920"s Art Deco Gruen Quadron 15 Jewel, Restored, 14KY Gold Filled
By Gruen
Located in Raleigh, NC
correct 15-jewel Gruen grade 157 Quadron manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong. In
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Audemars Piquet Swiss Platinum Display Back Pocket Watch for Tiffany & Co
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Sleek, late twentieth century platinum pocket watch by Audemars Piquet Swiss for Tiffany & Co. with
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Late 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Platinum

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Swiss Jewel For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact swiss jewel you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and white gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 9306 vintage or 4084 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a swiss jewel from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a swiss jewel has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe are consistently popular. A swiss jewel can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but amethyst rings, from our inventory of 76, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a swiss jewel, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Swiss Jewel?

On average, a swiss jewel at 1stDibs sells for $5,004, while they’re typically $49 on the low end and $6,500,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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Antique, new and vintage 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.

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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.

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