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Longines 14k White Gold and Diamond Women's Dress Watch Gorgeous
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Longines 14k White Gold and Diamond Women's Dress Watch Gorgeous! Movement #4LLV12325562 Case
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Longines Platinum & 14k White Gold Diamond Women's Dress Watch
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Longines Platinum & 14k White Gold Diamond Women's Dress Watch Movement #4LLV Serial #11926684
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega 18k White Gold Women's Manual Wind Watch with Diamond Bezel #484
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega 18k White Gold Women's Manual Wind Watch with Diamond Bezel #484 Movement #484 Movement
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulova 14k White Gold Women's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Accents Black Cord
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova 14k White Gold Women's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Accents Black Cord Movement #5AR 23 Jewels
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1960s American Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Omega Deville Deville Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Omega DeVille DeVille Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 127941 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Omega
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20th Century Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

White Gold

French 1960s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eviana Women Watch
By Eviana
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady watch bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The dial is round, the back amati
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1960s French Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

Women's Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel with Rubies White Roman Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel with Rubies White Roman Dial Watch We take great pride
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Women's Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch We take great
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1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial 2 Tone Watch with Emeralds/Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features
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1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Women's Datejust 31mm Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother Of Pearl with 8 + 2
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band Movement #6:TA-41988
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ultra Vintage Women Watch Off White Dial Yellow Gold Case 18 Karat
By Ultra
Located in Vannes, FR
round case in 18-carat yellow gold, this watch will captivate your eye from the very first moment. The
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1960s French Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nastrix Women's 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Nastrix Women's 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band Movement #1676 14k
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by Favre-Leuba, with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
By Favre Leuba
Located in Berlin, DE
Charming women's jewelry wristwatch in 18 Karat white gold, with diamonds and sapphires. By Favre
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Retro Cocktail Watch, circa 1940's
Located in London, GB
watch was carefully crafted, with impeccable care to detail, in solid 18 carat white gold and showcases
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1940s European Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

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

Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother of Pearl Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Accen Bezel
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother of Pearl Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Accen Bezel
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Diamond Bezel White MOP Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Rolex Datejust Diamond Watch is simply stunning and will get you noticed everywhere you go
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega De Ville Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 48 Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive women's watch by Omega. 18k yellow gold and diamonds. Beautiful Omega De Ville ladies
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Antique Carlto White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fine and feminine in fourteen carat white gold, this women's diamond enhanced antique bracelet
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 68273 Women's Vintage Two Tone White Color Dial with Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone White Color Dial with Diamond Accent RT 68274 This
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Color Dial Baguette Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Color Dial 8+2 Diamond Accent RRT Bezel + Lugs
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel with Emeralds White Roman Dial Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Diamond Bezel with Rubies White Roman Dial Watch We take great pride
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1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP String Dial Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother of Pearl String Dial
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2
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1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl with 8 + 2 Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone White MOP Mother Of Pearl with 8 + 2 Diamond Accent+ Classic
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies President 18 Karat Gold Ruby Watch Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Ladies President 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Watch Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial SKU: WA00001
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Ladies President 18 Karat Gold Ruby Watch Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Ladies President 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Watch Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial SKU: WA00001
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 31mm Datejust Women's Vintage Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Art Deco diamond watch, Chicago, United States, circa 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A women's watch from the Art Deco period comes from the United States, around 1930. Preserved in
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1930s Illinois Guardian, 17J, Rotating Disc, Art Deco! restored
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
Welcome to my Vintage Watch Neighborhood. Where old watches are carefully nurtured back to health
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

1930s Illinois Guardian, 17J, Rotating Disc, Art Deco! restored
1930s Illinois Guardian, 17J, Rotating Disc, Art Deco! restored
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H 0.52 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel White Color Dial with Baguette Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White Color Dial with 8+2 Diamond Accent
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl String Diamond
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP Dial with
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP String Dial 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel with Emeralds Two Tone White MOP String Dial with
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs White MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother Of Pearl 8 + 2 Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Mother Of Pearl 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel
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1990s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Movado Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 14K
By Movado
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the looks, a simple Diamond Watch. This watch has white dial, silver markers and the face has a
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1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Blancpain Ladies 18K WG Diamond Bracelet Dress Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Blancpain
Located in Long Beach, CA
first female CEO of a leading watch company. Manufactured in 18 Karat white gold, the intricate open
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
By Chopard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Chopard Opal Diamond Watch is done in 18K white gold, Black Opal Face, manual wind Ladies
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1970s Swiss Artisan Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
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H 2.15 in W 1.07 in
0.46 Carat Emerald White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Geometric Cocktail Ring
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
ring is fashioned in a sleek geometric design and molded from 18 karat white gold. Currently a ring
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1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

7 Carat Round Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring, Estate, Unisex
Located in New York, NY
enhancement. 18 K Gold 20 gm Diamonds: approximate 4.2 Carat , Round and Baguette Baguette diamonds are set
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1980s Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Concord Crystale 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leather Band Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in Miami, FL
. Womens 18k yellow gold and diamond watch. No box No papers
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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

Bvlgari Bvlgari BBW26BGDGD Women's Diamond Watch in 18kt White Gold 2.12 Carat
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
components are factory original. Photos of actual watch. 2 1/8 CTW Diamonds.
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1990s Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Rolex Oyster Prepetual Datejust Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
color. Bezel diamonds set in channel setting. Comes with Rolex box. No papers. Womens Rolex gold watch.
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

Rolex White Gold Lady President Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6927
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Even though most women don’t seem to be into watch collecting and ladies’ models are generally slow
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1980s Swiss Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Women's Watch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Length: 6.55 inches Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 26.6 grams Year
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1960s Unknown Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Women's Diamond Dress Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hamilton Vintage 14k White Gold Women's Diamond Dress Watch Movement #757 Production Decade: 1950s
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Longines 14k White Gold Women's Dress Hand-Winding Watch w/ Diamonds
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Longines 14k White Gold Women's Dress Hand-Winding Watch w/ Diamonds Movement #320-11339026 Case
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch. Case in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark, and its 2 domed rectangular
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1950s French Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

1950s Womens Rolex Diamond and 14K White Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond accents and a 14K White Gold Strap. Details: ✔ Reference Number: 8273 ✔ Case Size: 15mm ✔
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20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

French 1950s Jaeger Le Coultre Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Poitiers, FR
hallmark. Jaeger Le Coultre women's watch - Made in Switzerland. Round case in 18 karats yellow gold
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1950s French Retro Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

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

Omega Deville 18ky Gold Women's Wristwatch with White Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Boulder, CO
Omega De Ville from the early 90's. 18K yellow gold, quartz, fine white brilliant cut diamonds
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold

Hamilton Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Watch, Circa 1960
By Hamilton
Located in Towson, MD
One 14-karat white gold women's Hamilton mechanical watch, set with thirty-six (36) single-cut
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Rope Bulova 23 Watch
By Bulova
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous mid-century Bulova watch in 14k white gold set with diamonds and featuring a
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1950s Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Cellini Cellissima 18k White Gold Diamond Quartz Movement Ladies6683 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini Cellissima Ladies watch finely crafted in 18 karat white gold with a deployant clasp
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, White Gold

Le Coultre 14 Karat Gold Women's Hand-Winding Dress Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Movement #K430BW1370231 Case #2783678 14k White Gold Case w/ Diamond Bezel 22 mm in Diameter Lug-to
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rolex Diamond 18k White Gold Datejust Pearlmaster 80319 Women's Wristwatch 29 mm
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
white gold. The timepiece is beautifully constructed and its value is raised by the diamonds on the
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1990s English Contemporary Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches

Materials

White Gold

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Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage diamond white gold womens watches. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, steel and stainless steel — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 34 vintage examples as well as 56 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage diamond white gold womens watches to choose from, but retro and modern vintage diamond white gold womens watches are of considerable interest. Raymond Weil, Rolex and Omega each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 19, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, emerald cut and marquise cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of vintage diamond white gold womens watches, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Diamond White Gold Womens Watches?

Prices for vintage diamond white gold womens watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $195 and can go as high as $29,409, while vintage diamond white gold womens watches, on average, fetch $3,360.

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.

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