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Rare 1940s Bulova Checkerboard Dial Wristwatch with Tonneau Case
Rare 1940s Bulova Checkerboard Dial Wristwatch with Tonneau Case

Rare 1940s Bulova Checkerboard Dial Wristwatch with Tonneau Case

By Bulova Watch Company

Located in Wailea, HI

-tone tonneau (barrel-shaped) case, the watch exudes refined mid-century elegance. The watch features

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Mid-20th Century North American Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Stainless Steel

Bedat No. 3 Steel Tonneau Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch 304.051.109
Bedat No. 3 Steel Tonneau Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch 304.051.109

Bedat No. 3 Steel Tonneau Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch 304.051.109

By Bedat

Located in New York, NY

: Casual Watch Shape: Tonneau/Barrel Case Color: Gray Dial Color: Silver Display: Analog Indices: 12-Hour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Helbros Tonneau Shape Gold Filled Art Deco Mens Manual Dress Watch w/ Rubies
Helbros Tonneau Shape Gold Filled Art Deco Mens Manual Dress Watch w/ Rubies

Helbros Tonneau Shape Gold Filled Art Deco Mens Manual Dress Watch w/ Rubies

By Helbros Watch Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

design with a unique tonneau-shaped case. The watch is adorned with rubies at the corners where the

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Cartier Roadster Black Vegas Dial 38mm Box Papers W62002V3
Cartier Roadster Black Vegas Dial 38mm Box Papers W62002V3

Cartier Roadster Black Vegas Dial 38mm Box Papers W62002V3

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

styling. Housed in a polished 38mm x 43mm stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, this watch maintains the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Franck Muller Master Banker 18k Yellow Gold Triple Time Zone
Franck Muller Master Banker 18k Yellow Gold Triple Time Zone

Franck Muller Master Banker 18k Yellow Gold Triple Time Zone

By Franck Muller

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

designs, and exceptional attention to detail. While modern Franck Muller watches often feature tonneau

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Recent Sales

Vacheron Constantin Malte Tonneau Tourbillon 30066/2, Case, Certified
Vacheron Constantin Malte Tonneau Tourbillon 30066/2, Case, Certified

Vacheron Constantin Malte Tonneau Tourbillon 30066/2, Case, Certified

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Miami, FL

Platinum tang buckle. This Vacheron Constantin watch has a 36 x 36 mm case with a Tonneau caseback and

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Longines Tonneau Wristwatch, Rose Gold Case by Schwob, Circa 1915.
Longines Tonneau Wristwatch, Rose Gold Case by Schwob, Circa 1915.

Longines Tonneau Wristwatch, Rose Gold Case by Schwob, Circa 1915.

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

tonneau case with mineral glass and notably, an unusual brass dial with art nouveau style cursive numerals

Category

Vintage 1910s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch
Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch

Vacheron Constantin Royal Eagle Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stylish chronograph watch by Vacheron Constantin. This substantial watch features a tonneau shaped

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Mark Coupe Resonator Quartz Watch
Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Mark Coupe Resonator Quartz Watch

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Mark Coupe Resonator Quartz Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Hicksville, NY

and Clasp. This Designer Swiss Watch features: -Oval Tonneau case -Silver tone white dial -Black

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster XL Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men Watch W62019X6
Cartier Roadster XL Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men Watch W62019X6

Cartier Roadster XL Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men Watch W62019X6

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Water Resistance: 100 m (10 ATM) Watch Shape: Tonneau Caseback: Screwback Case Finish: Polished Case

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Gruen 1940s Tonneau Case Duo Dial Doctors Mechanical Wristwatch
Gruen 1940s Tonneau Case Duo Dial Doctors Mechanical Wristwatch

Gruen 1940s Tonneau Case Duo Dial Doctors Mechanical Wristwatch

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1940s Gruen Doctors Wrist Watch, 43 X 20 M.M. 2 piece Tonneau and curved Yellow Gold Filled

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Vintage 1940s Swazi Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch
Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch

Art-Deco 9K Rose Gold Rolex Tonneau Case Manual 15 Rubis Ladies' Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

This Fine Rolex ladies' dress watch is from Art-Deco period, yet it's in beautiful vintage

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's
Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's

Rolex Gold Bubbleback Tonneau Case circa 1940's

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex 14K YG Bubbleback circa 1940's. 32 X 39mm tonneau shaped case with smooth bezel and screw

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

IWC SS tonneau shaped 34 x 40mm case circa 1970's
IWC SS tonneau shaped 34 x 40mm case circa 1970's

IWC SS tonneau shaped 34 x 40mm case circa 1970's

By IWC

Located in West Hollywood, CA

IWC SS tonneau shaped 34 x 40mm case circa 1970's with screw down caseback, automatic

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Richard Mille Bubba Watson White Ceramic Watch RM055
Richard Mille Bubba Watson White Ceramic Watch RM055

Richard Mille Bubba Watson White Ceramic Watch RM055

By Richard Mille

Located in Miami, FL

watch for Professional Golfer Bubba Watson in stunning white ceramic. The Tonneau shaped watch case 49.9

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Richard Mille Rafael Nadal Signature Black NTPT Carbon Watch RM35-02CA
Richard Mille Rafael Nadal Signature Black NTPT Carbon Watch RM35-02CA

Richard Mille Rafael Nadal Signature Black NTPT Carbon Watch RM35-02CA

By Richard Mille

Located in Miami, FL

. The Tonneau shaped watch case is made of incredibly tough black NTPT carbon with striations through

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Richard Mille Bubba Watson Asia Limited Edition of 50 Watch RM055 CA
Richard Mille Bubba Watson Asia Limited Edition of 50 Watch RM055 CA

Richard Mille Bubba Watson Asia Limited Edition of 50 Watch RM055 CA

By Richard Mille

Located in Miami, FL

of 50. The Tonneau shaped watch case is made of incredibly tough black NTPT carbon with striations

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Longines Mother of Pearl Diamond Evidenza Women's Wristwatch 38 mm
Longines Mother of Pearl Diamond Evidenza Women's Wristwatch 38 mm

Longines Mother of Pearl Diamond Evidenza Women's Wristwatch 38 mm

By Longines

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

is sure to delight your style. In a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, the watch is powered by a

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm
Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

delight your style. Made of stainless steel, the automatic watch has a tonneau-shaped case, a smooth bezel

Category

2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm
Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

is sure to delight your style. In a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, the watch functions in an

Category

2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm
Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

Cartier Black Stainless Steel Roadster 2510 Men's Wristwatch 38 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

is sure to delight your style. In a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, the watch functions in an

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Longines Black Stainless Steel Evidenza L2.656.4.53.6 Men's Wristwatch 34 mm
Longines Black Stainless Steel Evidenza L2.656.4.53.6 Men's Wristwatch 34 mm

Longines Black Stainless Steel Evidenza L2.656.4.53.6 Men's Wristwatch 34 mm

By Longines

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

is sure to delight your style. In a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, the watch is powered by a

Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2675 Women's Wristwatch 31 mm
Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2675 Women's Wristwatch 31 mm

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2675 Women's Wristwatch 31 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

is sure to delight your style. In a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, the watch functions in a

Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Certified Authentic Richard Mille RM 035270599 Black Dial
Certified Authentic Richard Mille RM 035270599 Black Dial

Certified Authentic Richard Mille RM 035270599 Black Dial

By Richard Mille

Located in Miami, FL

. The Tonneau shaped watch case is made of incredibly tough black NTPT carbon with striations through

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond High Jewelry Tonneau manual Bracelet Wristwatch
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond High Jewelry Tonneau manual Bracelet Wristwatch

Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond High Jewelry Tonneau manual Bracelet Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Neung-sur-beuvron, FR

Diamond Cartier High Jewellery Tonneau bracelet watch, 1985. Case and 'Art Deco' lugs set with a

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

1934 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels
1934 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels

1934 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Raleigh, NC

its own unique wrist watch cases. The company cased and boxed its watches at the factory, marking the

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

1932 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels
1932 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels

1932 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels

By Illinois Watch Company

Located in Raleigh, NC

its own unique wrist watch cases. The company cased and boxed its watches at the factory, marking the

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch

Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Case Diameter: 24 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Off-white Dial The sale includes a Cartier watch box a...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Framed Stunning Chinese Qing Dynasty Kesi Peacock Third Rank Badge
Framed Stunning Chinese Qing Dynasty Kesi Peacock Third Rank Badge

Framed Stunning Chinese Qing Dynasty Kesi Peacock Third Rank Badge

Located in Atlanta, GA

A silk civil rank badge panel beautifully framed in a gilt Baux bamboo carved wood frame circa Qing dynasty mid-19th century. The square rank badge is known in Chinese as Buzi which ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Textiles

Materials

Silk

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's

By Hamilton

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Wid...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Juvenia Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Style Ladies Watch From 1950's High Grade
Juvenia Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Style Ladies Watch From 1950's High Grade

Juvenia Gold-Filled Art Deco Tank Style Ladies Watch From 1950's High Grade

By Juvenia

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Juvenia Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Width 19mm MOVEMENT / CA...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial

Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa 1940's with Flawless Original Dial

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm Lug Tip to Lug ...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch

CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch

By Cartier

Located in Narberth, PA

This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Stamford, CT

Ladies late 1960's Omega diamond dress wristwatch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold accented with a 24 round cut diamonds along the bezel which are set in 18k white gold. Solid Omega mesh ...

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Vintage One-of-a-Kind Gold, Mahogany, Bone watch on orange leather strap
Hermès Vintage One-of-a-Kind Gold, Mahogany, Bone watch on orange leather strap

Hermès Vintage One-of-a-Kind Gold, Mahogany, Bone watch on orange leather strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

This Hermès one-of-a-kind watch is a perfect fit for the Hermès enthusiast or watch collector. Believed to be a piece commissioned in the 1960's, this Hermès watch is comprised of a ...

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Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Other

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2015 Cartier Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 36 M.M 2 Piece stainless steel water resistant case, Sapphire crown, Sapphire Glass Crystal. Silver dial with Black Roman numerals and a C...

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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Zenith Console Radio Model 9-S-262
Zenith Console Radio Model 9-S-262

Zenith Console Radio Model 9-S-262

$1,075Sale Price|34% Off

H 42 in W 26 in D 16.5 in

Zenith Console Radio Model 9-S-262

By Radiobar Corp. and Philco

Located in Fulton, CA

A Philco Model 9-S-262 console radio with multiple band dial. Circa. 1938. All electrical components and speaker intact. Beautiful dial, grill cloth and finish. Radio turns on, dial ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Musical Instruments

Materials

Walnut

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant Case. Quartz Movement, Silvered White Dial with Black Roman Numer...

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Miniature 'Dragon' Sailing Boat
Art Deco Miniature 'Dragon' Sailing Boat

Art Deco Miniature 'Dragon' Sailing Boat

$995

H 11.03 in W 10.63 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco Miniature 'Dragon' Sailing Boat

Located in Tilburg, NL

Art Deco Style Miniature 'Dragon' Sailing Boat. Europe, mid to late 20th century. A wonderful miniature sailing boat - very refined and semi-abstract. Wonderful details and appearan...

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Models and Miniatures

Materials

Stone, Metal

Rare Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Pink Dial Ladies Watch 179174
Rare Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Pink Dial Ladies Watch 179174

Rare Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Pink Dial Ladies Watch 179174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition, Rare Factory Pink Dial. It comes with an original box but no paper. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Lady-Datejust Model Number: 179174 Depa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Tonneau Watch Case For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate tonneau watch case for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, stainless steel and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a tonneau watch case may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A tonneau watch case from Cartier, Rolex and Franck Muller — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any tonneau watch case from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 61 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 brilliant cut and rose cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a tonneau watch case, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Tonneau Watch Case?

On average, a tonneau watch case at 1stDibs sells for $5,646, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $894,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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