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Tissot 18k Gold Watch

Tissot 18k Gold Ladies Five Row Panther Wristwatch
Tissot 18k Gold Ladies Five Row Panther Wristwatch

Tissot 18k Gold Ladies Five Row Panther Wristwatch

By Tissot

Located in Stamford, CT

Tissot Ladies Five row panther link wristwatch. 18k gold quartz wristwatch with day date. Circa

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Gold Tissot Manual Winding Chronograph Watch, Cal. Lemania 27.41 H
Vintage 18kt Gold Tissot Manual Winding Chronograph Watch, Cal. Lemania 27.41 H

Vintage 18kt Gold Tissot Manual Winding Chronograph Watch, Cal. Lemania 27.41 H

By Tissot

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Tissot Chronograph manual winding Wrist Watch ,Cal. Lemania 27.41 H

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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Mathey-Tissot Watch, #3560625, Manual, 25mm Case, 37.2gr
Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Mathey-Tissot Watch, #3560625, Manual, 25mm Case, 37.2gr

Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Mathey-Tissot Watch, #3560625, Manual, 25mm Case, 37.2gr

By Tissot

Located in San Diego, CA

This beautiful ladies' watch by Mathey-Tissot features an 18kt yellow gold case measuring 25mm in

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Vintage 1960s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Yellow Gold Plated Open Faced Stylist Pocket Watch circa 1950s
Tissot Yellow Gold Plated Open Faced Stylist Pocket Watch circa 1950s

Tissot Yellow Gold Plated Open Faced Stylist Pocket Watch circa 1950s

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

Tissot 18k yellow gold plated Stylist pocket watch, with sweep center seconds and baton markers.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case

Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case Never been used

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Mathey Tissot 18k Yellow Gold Liberty Coin Watch
Mathey Tissot 18k Yellow Gold Liberty Coin Watch

Mathey Tissot 18k Yellow Gold Liberty Coin Watch

Located in New York, NY

Mathey Tissot 18k Yellow Gold Liberty Coin Watch Details: Material: 18k yellow gold Strap: leather

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

CH. F. Tissot Yellow Gold Pocket Watch circa 1930s
CH. F. Tissot Yellow Gold Pocket Watch circa 1930s

CH. F. Tissot Yellow Gold Pocket Watch circa 1930s

Located in Stamford, CT

CH. F. Tissot & Fils 18k yellow gold pocket watch, circa 1930s. Art Deco. black and white enamel on

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mathey Tissot 18 Kt Gold Liberty Coin Watch, Mechanical Movement, with Box
Mathey Tissot 18 Kt Gold Liberty Coin Watch, Mechanical Movement, with Box

Mathey Tissot 18 Kt Gold Liberty Coin Watch, Mechanical Movement, with Box

Located in Antwerp, BE

Mathey Tissot 18 kt Gold Liberty Coin Watch, Mechanical Movement, With Box Functions: Hours

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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Tissot Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Bracelet Wristwatch
Tissot Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Bracelet Wristwatch

Tissot Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Bracelet Wristwatch

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully made 18kt Yellow Gold watch with secret hinge closing to disguise the Watch's real

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ladies Tissot Sapphire & Diamond Hidden Face Wristwatch
Ladies Tissot Sapphire & Diamond Hidden Face Wristwatch

Ladies Tissot Sapphire & Diamond Hidden Face Wristwatch

By Tissot

Located in Miami, FL

Circa 1960 ladies Tissot hidden face watch featuring 8 carats of vibrant blue sapphires and .60cts

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Retro Tissot 18 Karat Rose Gold Men's Watch
1960s Retro Tissot 18 Karat Rose Gold Men's Watch

1960s Retro Tissot 18 Karat Rose Gold Men's Watch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Men's bracelet watch in 18 karat rose gold, owl hallmark. Round shaped, the background is amati

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Tissot Yellow and White Gold Pocket Watch
Van Cleef & Arpels Tissot Yellow and White Gold Pocket Watch

Van Cleef & Arpels Tissot Yellow and White Gold Pocket Watch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Southampton, PA

18k yellow gold and white gold pocket watch by Tissot Locle for Van Cleef & Arpels. This watch

Category

Vintage 1920s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tissot Automatic Seastar Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Women’s Watch
Tissot Automatic Seastar Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Women’s Watch

Tissot Automatic Seastar Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Women’s Watch

By Tissot

Located in New York, NY

Automatic Seastar women’s watch, expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold. Its timeless design speaks to Tissot

Category

20th Century American Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1965 Swiss Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch 17 Jewels by Tissot
1965 Swiss Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch 17 Jewels by Tissot

1965 Swiss Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch 17 Jewels by Tissot

By Tissot

Located in Eagan, MN

This is a Woman's 18k Yellow Gold Swiss 17 Jewel Manual Watch. Watch has marks and scratches on

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch
Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch

Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch

By Tissot

Located in Stamford, CT

1980's Tissot yellow gold 17 jewel Ladies wristwatch is an exquisite timepiece that perfectly

Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold, Platinum & Diamond Tissot Retro 1960's Manual Ladies Wristwatch
18K White Gold, Platinum & Diamond Tissot Retro 1960's Manual Ladies Wristwatch

18K White Gold, Platinum & Diamond Tissot Retro 1960's Manual Ladies Wristwatch

By Tissot

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

condition & in excellent working order Featuring a sophisticated 18K white gold & platinum case (stamped

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333
Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333

Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333

By Tissot

Located in Firenze, IT

wristwatch with date and 18K pink gold Tissot double deployant clasp. Case two-body, polished and brushed

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333
Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333

Tissot Rose Gold Chronometer Automatic Wristwatch Ref H700333

Located in Firenze, IT

wristwatch with date and 18K pink gold Tissot double deployant clasp. Case two-body, polished and brushed

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tissot 18K YG Chronograph circa 1950's
Tissot 18K YG Chronograph circa 1950's

Tissot 18K YG Chronograph circa 1950's

By Tissot

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Tissot 18K YG 3 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1950's. Stk# 43342

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Vintage 18 Karat Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Ornate Tourmaline Cover
Tissot Vintage 18 Karat Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Ornate Tourmaline Cover

Tissot Vintage 18 Karat Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Ornate Tourmaline Cover

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Tissot Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Watch w/ Ornate Tourmaline Cover Movement #129E5011905

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum

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By Hamilton

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By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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By American Waltham Watch Co.

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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

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By Concord Watch

Located in Coral Gables, FL

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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By Girard Perragaux

Located in Miami, FL

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Tissot 18k Gold Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact tissot 18k gold watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 17 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a tissot 18k gold watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A tissot 18k gold watch from Tissot and Gay Freres — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a tissot 18k gold watch featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a tissot 18k gold watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Tissot 18k Gold Watch?

The price for a tissot 18k gold watch starts at $495 and tops out at $24,800 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,445.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

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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.

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