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Vintage Blue Face Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ice Blue Face with Baguette & Round Diamonds 36mm Watch 16014.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Blue Face Watch

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Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Two Row Diamond Face Excellent Pre-Owned Watch

Rolex Datejust Ice Blue Two Row Diamond Face Excellent Pre-Owned Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Ice Blue String Diamond Dial, Diamond Bezel and Diamond Lugs. Stainless Steel Watch with Jubilee Band 16014 This watch is in like new condition. It has be...

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1990s Swiss Vintage Blue Face Watch

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Jubilee Band 16014.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Blue Face Watch

Materials

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Mod 1960's Crawford Lucite Watch With Cobalt Blue Face

Mod 1960's Crawford Lucite Watch With Cobalt Blue Face

Located in Atlanta, GA

This watch has a wind up mechanism and a cobalt blue face with silver hands and numerical markers.

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1960s American Modern Vintage Blue Face Watch

Rolex Orchid Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ladies Watch Face
Rolex Orchid Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ladies Watch Face

Rolex Orchid Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ladies Watch Face

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Orchid Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ladies Watch Face. 18K gold case and gold plated buckle.

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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Blue Face Watch

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Vintage Piaget Lapis Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Vintage Piaget Lapis Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Piaget

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Vintage Piaget Lapis Diamond Gold Wristwatch is a luxurious watch that's worth owning. Crafted in a rich buttery yellow gold, the classic woven design features a deep blue watch...

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1980s Swiss Vintage Blue Face Watch

Materials

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By Atelier Versace

Located in Eagan, MN

This watch is unique in that the face looks black or blue depending on the lighting which is a very cool features.

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1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Blue Face Watch

Materials

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18 Karat White Gold Patek Philippe 3588/2 Wrist Watch

18 Karat White Gold Patek Philippe 3588/2 Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Banbury, GB

Crafted from stunning 18 karat white gold, against the rich blue face of the watch, when the light hits it this creates a striking sunburst.

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1970s Swiss Vintage Blue Face Watch

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"Le Mans" Japanese Film Poster

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H 28 in W 20 in D 0.1 in

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Located in London, GB

The poster is featuring Steve McQueen wearing the TAG Heuer Monaco Blue face Chronograph watch.

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1970s Japanese Vintage Blue Face Watch

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Vintage Blue Face Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage blue face watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and Yellow Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage blue face watch 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage blue face watch over the years, but those made by Atelier Versace and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage blue face watch of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Sapphire, from our inventory of 8, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage blue face watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Blue Face Watch?

The price for a vintage blue face watch starts at $250 and tops out at $9,300 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,380.

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