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Boucheron Watch Reflet Yellow Gold
By Boucheron
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage automatic watch signed by Boucheron in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). reflex
Category
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Zenith/Movado Vintage 1970's Automatic Watch
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the vintage 1970's automatic movement Movado watch, a true testament to timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gentlemen's 1960s MIDO Ocean Star Powerwind Vintage Swiss Automatic Watch.
By Mido Watch Company
Located in Victoria, BC
Automatic Watch. This automatic Swiss watch has a date feature and is in overall good condition and keeping
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Zenith Defy Surf 18 Karat Gold Deluxe Automatic Watch
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Miami, FL
Pre Owned collectable Vintage mid 1970's Mens Zenith Defy Surf Watch in heavy18k solid gold
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Omega Automatic Watch
Located in London, GB
a replacement brown leather strap, this automatic timepiece possesses the unique quality of an oval
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Vintage Omega Automatic Constellation Watch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful automatic officially certified constellation Omega wristwatch. The gold
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Roadster Automatic 2510 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Vintage Cartier rectangular stainless steel case with silver dial, stainless steel bezel, and date
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Mechanical Automatic Watch 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Geneve Ladies Watch Circa 1970's
High grade Swiss Mechanical Movement.
Working Order.
7
Category
20th Century American Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega 1960's Automatic Seamaster Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Omega 1960's Seamaster 14kt Gold 34mm Round Case Watch, a vintage timepiece that
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Omega Constellation Chronometer Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Constellation Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch.
Made in Switzerland, Circa 1960's
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Vintage 25 mm Constellation Automatic Chronometer Watch
By Omega
Located in San Fernando, CA
Omega
Constellation
Circa 1960s
Movement: Automatic (Self-winding) Chronometer
Gold-Plated
Category
Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches
Vintage Cyma Autorotor Automatic Gents Watch Pat.219291
By Cyma
Located in London, GB
This watch is a vintage Cyma, it's in fantastic condition and works perfectly. It has a polished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960's Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner Automatic Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
: 34mm
Dial Color: Silver
Markers: Silver
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very Good
This watch has been
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Omega Constellation Automatic Watch (32mm)
By Omega
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's 14k yellow gold vintage Omega Constellation automatic wristwatch.
Weighs 61.7 grams gross
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eska Vintage Women Watch Automatic Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
watch's automatic movement makes it easy to use every day. The dial of this watch proudly bears the words
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Roadster GMT XL 42mm - Vintage Men's Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
own judge. The potential present scratches have come over the years as with all vintage watches that
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1968 Iwc Vintage R804 36MM Stainless Steel Automatic Men’s Watch
By IWC
Located in Houston, TX
. Shows signs of wear and light scratches.
Vintage Automatic
Caliber Ref. No. 8541
Watch Properties
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Glycine 18k Yellow Gold Men's Vintage Vacuum Automatic Watch 2472
By Glycine
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Glycine 18k Yellow Gold Men's Vintage Vacuum Automatic Watch 2472
Movement #2472
Case #0812-35367
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer Day-Date - Vintage 18k Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
at the 3 O'Clock position. The watch is powered by a high quality Chronometer-grade automatic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Datejust Automatic - Vintage Ladies' Watch - Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is a vintage Swiss Made Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies' watch with reference
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre HPG Memovox Alarm Automatic Steel Men's Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre HPG Memovox Alarm Automatic Steel Men's Watch - Automatic winding, date
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Omega Dynamic Automatic 41mm Stainless Steel Date Wrist Watch 166.039
By Omega
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Omega Watch Co.
Movement: Omega Dynamic - Mechanical Automatic Caliber 565 - Swiss Made
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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H 1.45 in W 1.62 in
Omega Seamaster Calendar Vintage Stainless 34mm Case 2849 Automatic Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Santa Monica, CA
with Omega logo, see pictures
Omega Seamaster Calendar Vintage Stainless 34mm Case 2849 Automatic Wrist
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965.
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Vintage automatic swiss watch, Tissot VisoDate SeaStar PR 516, ca. 1965.
Gray face
Black lather
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jules Jurgensen Automatic Watch w/ Champagne Dial
By Jules Jurgensen
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Jules Jurgensen Automatic Watch w/ Champagne Dial
Movement #1740
Automatic
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.99 in W 0.99 in
Omega Vintage Rose Gold Automatic Movement with Linen Dial Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Automatic, Self winding movement. New Brown Lizard Grain Padded strap. Watch length 8 3/4 inches. Recently
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding (Automatic) Men's Watch
Movement #: 11ACAC
Case
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual LadyDate Steel Silver Dial Automatic Vintage Watch 6517
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Style: Luxury Model: Rolex Lady Date Vintage: Yes Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Dial Color
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
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Cartier Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch.
First edition with heavy link
Category
20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6548 Automatic Watch, c.1960s Vintage RA127
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's midsize Rolex ref.6548 Oyster Perpetual automatic dress watch, c.1966, all
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
1970s Longines Record Automatic Steel Watch
By Longines
Located in London, GB
1970's Longines Watch, clean crystal and gorgeous blue and white dial
Measurements:
Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Ref 1007 Vintage Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist watch with papers
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Rolex Reference 1007 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 Piece Oyster case. Engine
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Omega Classic Date Steel White Dial Automatic Men Watch 3301.20
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
/Formal Model: Omega Classic Vintage: Yes Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Dial Color: White Display
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 1002
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
polished to preserve its original condition and vintage look. No returns will be accepted if the watch will
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Omega Automatic Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold Omega automatic wristwatch. The watch features all its original
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hamilton Silver Dial 14k Solid Gold Automatic Watch - 1970's, "Mint"
By Hamilton
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Hamilton Silver Dial 14k Solid Gold Automatic Watch - 1970's
Description / Condition: All
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Zenith Watch Art Deco Platinum Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
indexes. The watch is equipped with a mechanical movement with manual wind.
This vintage Zenith watch is
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Universal Geneve Gold Filled Tank Watch Automatic
By Universal Genève
Located in New York, NY
This vintage gold filled Universal Genève watch is from the 1960s era. It has a white dial and a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage 18K Gold Piaget Polo 91321-K51 Automatic Watch with Original Pouch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Piaget Polo 18k yellow gold unisex wristwatch, reference 9131 K51, with automatic movement
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Ref 1038 Steel and 18k Zephyr Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Reference 1038 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 3 piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Zephyr
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Black Dial Vintage Screws Bezel Watch 8890
Located in Wilmington, DE
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Black Dial Vintage Screws Bezel Watch 8890
Identity and elegance
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Vintage Black Dial Leather Strap Watch 8891
Located in Wilmington, DE
U-Boat Classico 40mm Automatic Vintage Black Dial Leather Strap Watch 8891
U-Boat is an Italian
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex
Model: 1680
Year: 1970
Serial number: 29xxxxx
Reference: C03865
Case: Show
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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Omega Seamaster De Ville Vintage Yellow Gold Automatic Linen dial Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1960s Omega Seamaster De Ville Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 2 Piece Water
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Rolex Vintage Steel and Gold Ref 6582 Zephyre Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 6582 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 piece stainless steel
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Meter First 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1969
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex
Model: 1680
Year: 1969
Serial number: 22xxxxx
Reference: C03596
Case: Show
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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Vintage Omega Automatic Gents Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold vintage gentlemen's automatic Omega.
The round dial is signed Omega
Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Omega Automatic Men's Watch Geneve Solid Yellow Gold Swiss Made 7"
By Omega
Located in Greer, SC
Superb vintage Omega Automatic watch, Geneve Swiss Made with a stunning 18k solid yellow gold mesh
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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H 1.54 in W 1.38 in Dm 1.32 in
Vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A very stylish vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic wristwatch, Model Ref 166.039. Omega
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A very stylish vintage Omega Automatic Genève Dynamic wristwatch, Model Ref 166.039. Omega
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Ω Men's Seamaster Calendar Automatic 14k Gold Filled Watch w/ Date
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Omega Ω Men's Seamaster Calendar Automatic 14k Gold Filled Watch w/ Date
Movement
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled
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Patek Philippe 3998/1J Automatic Calatrava Bracelet Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Automatic movement # 3018559 / 4126070. As you can see from the enclosed pictures the watch comes complete
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Constellation Silver Diamond Steel Automatic Watch 123.15.35.20.02.001
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Display model. The watch comes with an original box, pictograms, and a diamond certificate card
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
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H 1.38 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.38 in
Omega Seamaster Steel Ceramic Black Automatic Watch 232.32.46.51.01.005
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m 45.5mm Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Sevenfriday Automatic White Dial Men's Watch P1C/01
Located in Wilmington, DE
There’s something undoubtedly provocative about driving a vintage convertible along the winding
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Longines Presence Steel Silver Dial Automatic Ladies Watch L4.321.4.78.6
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet
Watch Shape Round
Number of Jewels 25 Jewels
Caseback Exhibition
Vintage No
Case Finish Polished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
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H 1.01 in W 0.34 in Dm 1.01 in
Tissot Powermatic 80 Anthracite Dial Steel Automatic Watch T086.407.11.061.00
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
: Casual | Model: Tissot Powermatic 80 | Vintage: No | Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) | Number of Jewels
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Tissot Tradition Steel Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch T063.428.11.058.00
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Display Model Tissot Tradition 40mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
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Vintage Automatic Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage automatic watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 375 vintage or 29 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a vintage automatic 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage automatic watch from Rolex, Omega and Seiko — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage automatic watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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. Most of our vintage automatic watch for sale are for men, but there are 112 pieces available to browse for women.
How Much is a Vintage Automatic Watch?
On average, a vintage automatic watch at 1stDibs sells for $3,734, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $185,803 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
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.
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, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Automatic Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Are Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are all Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.
- Are Rolex watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Unless you have training in jewelry repair, you should not take the back off a vintage Omega watch on your own. Opening the timepieces requires a specially designed tool available only to jewelers authorized to service Omega watches. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best vintage Omega timepiece to buy is largely a matter of personal preference. The Seamaster and Speedmaster are two timeless options available in a variety of finishes and styles. No matter which watch you choose, only buy from a reputable dealer or online platform to ensure you receive an authentic timepiece. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a vintage Gucci watch is real, look for a serial number on the back of the case and/or on the original box if you have it. Then, contact Gucci customer service by phone for assistance with authentication. If you are unable to find a serial number, the best approach is likely to take the timepiece to a knowledgeable appraiser who can authenticate the item. Find a range of Gucci watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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