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Vintage Longines Box

Longines Watch Box
Longines Watch Box

Longines Watch Box

By Longines

Located in Braintree, GB

Longines Watch Box. Period: Mid to late 20th century Material: Black leather exterior with cream satin and deep red velvet interior Purpose: Designed for storing and presenting wat...

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1950s European Vintage Longines Box

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Leather

Longines Vintage Leather Watch Box
Longines Vintage Leather Watch Box

Longines Vintage Leather Watch Box

By Longines

Located in Braintree, GB

Longines Vintage Brown Leather Watch Box . Period: Mid to late 20th century Material: Brown leather exterior with red velvet and cream satin interior Purpose: Designed to store and...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Leather, Velvet

Rare 1970s Longines 18KT Yellow Gold and Diamonds Ladies' Watch
Rare 1970s Longines 18KT Yellow Gold and Diamonds Ladies' Watch

Rare 1970s Longines 18KT Yellow Gold and Diamonds Ladies' Watch

By Longines

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Beautiful an rare Longines ladies' jewel watch Yellow gold 750, 18KT Diamonds Vintage from late 70s Case 26 mm Authomatic movement, working correctly Manual wind, 17 ruby stones, cal...

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1970s Vintage Longines Box

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Longines ref. 7464 5-Star Admiral Submariner 200m Automatic Divers Watch + Box.
Longines ref. 7464 5-Star Admiral Submariner 200m Automatic Divers Watch + Box.

Longines ref. 7464 5-Star Admiral Submariner 200m Automatic Divers Watch + Box.

By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Performed in Stainless Steel, this sophisticated timepiece by Longines ref 7464 dates back to 1990's It's been looked after very well since then, which is reflected it its current ...

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1990s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Stainless Steel

La Grande Classique de Longines L4.635.2 18K Gold-Plated Mens Watch Box + Papers
La Grande Classique de Longines L4.635.2 18K Gold-Plated Mens Watch Box + Papers

La Grande Classique de Longines L4.635.2 18K Gold-Plated Mens Watch Box + Papers

By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

It comes in full set: original fitted generic Longines box, accompanied by papers – booklet & certificate of origin/guarantee + 6 months warranty from us.

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1990s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Longines Watch Box, 20th Century, Original Condition
Antique Longines Watch Box, 20th Century, Original Condition

Antique Longines Watch Box, 20th Century, Original Condition

By Longines

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Longines watch box.Dimensions:Length x width x depth: 22 x 4.2 x 2.8 cm Weight: 80 grams Condition: Antique original condition, minor wear and tear.

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20th Century British Vintage Longines Box

Longines 14K Gold ref 3389, 22.L c1953 Rectangle Articulated Adaptive Lugs Watch
Longines 14K Gold ref 3389, 22.L c1953 Rectangle Articulated Adaptive Lugs Watch

Longines 14K Gold ref 3389, 22.L c1953 Rectangle Articulated Adaptive Lugs Watch

By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Timepieces by Longines have been long admired for their functionality, durability ...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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14k Gold

Longines Ultra-Chron 1970's Gold 18K High Beat Cal. 431 Ref. 8357-1
Longines Ultra-Chron 1970's Gold 18K High Beat Cal. 431 Ref. 8357-1

Longines Ultra-Chron 1970's Gold 18K High Beat Cal. 431 Ref. 8357-1

By Longines

Located in PARIS, FR

Fitted with a bespoke lizard leather strap by ABP Concept Paris and accompanied by its original Longines presentation box and outer box, this Ultra-Chron offers an increasingly uncom...

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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Longines Antique Watch Presentation Box, Early 20th Century
Longines Antique Watch Presentation Box, Early 20th Century

Longines Antique Watch Presentation Box, Early 20th Century

Located in Braintree, GB

An original early 20th century watch presentation box by Longines. The box features a dark leather exterior with gilt border detailing and a hinged lid secured by a push-button clasp.

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20th Century British Vintage Longines Box

Longines Antique Watch Box, Black Leather, 20th Century, UK Origin
Longines Antique Watch Box, Black Leather, 20th Century, UK Origin

Longines Antique Watch Box, Black Leather, 20th Century, UK Origin

Located in Braintree, GB

Longines Watch Box. Dimensions -22.2 x 4.5 x 2.7 cmPeriod: Mid to late 20th centuryMaterial: Black leather exterior with cream satin and deep red velvet interior Purpose: Designed fo...

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20th Century British Vintage Longines Box

Longines Grand Prize Vintage Gold Filled Mesh Watch Box & Papers
Longines Grand Prize Vintage Gold Filled Mesh Watch Box & Papers

Longines Grand Prize Vintage Gold Filled Mesh Watch Box & Papers

By Longines

Located in Baltimore, MD

Longines Grand Prize Vintage Gold Filled Mesh Watch Box & Papers Metal: 10K gold filled Case: 33mm Dial: Gold Bracelet: 10K G.F.

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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Longines Box

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Gold-filled

Longines Gemini 11 Digital Wristwatch, Gold Plated, Very Rare, c 1976. w. box
Longines Gemini 11 Digital Wristwatch, Gold Plated, Very Rare, c 1976. w. box

Longines Gemini 11 Digital Wristwatch, Gold Plated, Very Rare, c 1976. w. box

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

Our extremely rare and complete vintage Longines Gemini II features a 35.4 mm case and bracelet in heavy gold plated steel.

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1970s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Gold Plate

Longines 18K Gold, Diamond, Black Enamel Dial ref L250-40 32mm Gents Dress Watch
Longines 18K Gold, Diamond, Black Enamel Dial ref L250-40 32mm Gents Dress Watch

Longines 18K Gold, Diamond, Black Enamel Dial ref L250-40 32mm Gents Dress Watch

By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

The timepiece is powered by Swiss Longines Manual 17-jewel calibre 19.4 Movement, that runs strong & accurate Elegant generic new shiny black leather strap & silver-toned buckle ...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

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Vintage Longines Mystery Dial 10 Karat White Gold Filled Watch, 1959
Vintage Longines Mystery Dial 10 Karat White Gold Filled Watch, 1959

Vintage Longines Mystery Dial 10 Karat White Gold Filled Watch, 1959

By Longines

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1959 Vintage Longines Mystery Dial 10k White Gold Filled watch with Original Silver Mystery Dial with Unique Stars and Lightening Bolt Markers with Original Box and Original Longines...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Vintage 1955 Longines Conquest Ref. 9000 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
Vintage 1955 Longines Conquest Ref. 9000 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch

Vintage 1955 Longines Conquest Ref. 9000 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch

By Longines

Located in New York, NY

Included with the timepiece are the original Longines box and a Longines Archive Extract confirming production year and reference.

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Vintage Longines Dress Watch, Circa 1978, 18k Yellow Gold, Box & Papers
Rare Vintage Longines Dress Watch, Circa 1978, 18k Yellow Gold, Box & Papers

Rare Vintage Longines Dress Watch, Circa 1978, 18k Yellow Gold, Box & Papers

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

Included with this example comes its original box, a replacement leather strap (non Longines), original open / blank papers as well as a valuation from a South London jewellers dated...

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1970s Vintage Longines Box

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Yellow Gold

Neo Vintage Longines Conquest VHP Ref 21601-01, circa 1990, with Original Box
Neo Vintage Longines Conquest VHP Ref 21601-01, circa 1990, with Original Box

Neo Vintage Longines Conquest VHP Ref 21601-01, circa 1990, with Original Box

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

Benefitting from a recent service (parts included) this precision quartz Longines comes complete with its original inner box, the original papers are not present.

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1990s Vintage Longines Box

Longines Flagship 3407 Automatic Gold 18K
Longines Flagship 3407 Automatic Gold 18K

Longines Flagship 3407 Automatic Gold 18K

By Longines

Located in PARIS, FR

Delivered with a certificate of authenticity (without original box), the Longines Flagship 3407 is ideal for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated vintage piece with cha...

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1960s European Art Deco Vintage Longines Box

Materials

18k Gold

Longines Conquest Date Wristwatch Ref  L1.620.3. Stainless Steel/Gold Plated.
Longines Conquest Date Wristwatch Ref  L1.620.3. Stainless Steel/Gold Plated.

Longines Conquest Date Wristwatch Ref L1.620.3. Stainless Steel/Gold Plated.

By Longines

Located in Canterbury, England

This example is presented in outstanding condition, with light signs of use overall but no notable degradation to the gold plating. We date this Longines to c. 1995. Neither box nor ...

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1990s Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel, Stainless Steel

18Kt Yellow Gold Longines Lady Dress Watch with Diamonds
18Kt Yellow Gold Longines Lady Dress Watch with Diamonds

18Kt Yellow Gold Longines Lady Dress Watch with Diamonds

By Longines

Located in Antwerp, BE

Will max fit a 15cm wrist. ( can be adjusted) Total weight: 25.9 gram / 0.915 oz / 16.7 dwt Comes in original Longines box

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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Longines 23297 – 9ct Gold – Manual Wind – Full Set – 1978
Longines 23297 – 9ct Gold – Manual Wind – Full Set – 1978

Longines 23297 – 9ct Gold – Manual Wind – Full Set – 1978

By Longines

Located in London, GB

What’s Included Original box (aged) Original warranty paperwork Original swing tag Original strap with Longines buckle New fitted leather strap 12‑month mechanical guarantee Insured ...

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1970s European Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Gold

Longines Présence L4.720.2
Longines Présence L4.720.2

Longines Présence L4.720.2

By Longines

Located in London, GB

This Longines Présence is just incredible value. It comes in fine condition, recent battery change, original box and manual.

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Late 20th Century European Vintage Longines Box

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Steel

Longines Vintage Stainless Steel C.1268Z
Longines Vintage Stainless Steel C.1268Z

Longines Vintage Stainless Steel C.1268Z

By Longines

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Reference: COM2131 Manufacturer: Longines Model: Vintage Model Reference: C.1268Z Age: Circa 1940's Gender: Men's Box and Papers: Original Longines Box Only Dial: Silver Roman Glass:...

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1940s Vintage Longines Box

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Stainless Steel

Longines Vintage Men's Yellow Gold Watch
Longines Vintage Men's Yellow Gold Watch

Longines Vintage Men's Yellow Gold Watch

By Longines

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Xupes Reference: COM002406 Manufacturer: Longines Model: Vintage Model Variant: Model Number: Age: 1943 Gender: Men Complete With: Longines Box Dial: Silver Arabic Glass: Plexigla...

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Yellow Gold

Longines Vintage 30L Men's Stainless Steel Watch
Longines Vintage 30L Men's Stainless Steel Watch

Longines Vintage 30L Men's Stainless Steel Watch

By Longines

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: COM002637 Manufacturer: Longines Model: Vintage Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 30L Age: 1940 Gender: Men Complete With: Longines Box Dial: Rose Baton Glass: Plexigl...

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines Vintage 23M Men Stainless Steel Watch
Longines Vintage 23M Men Stainless Steel Watch

Longines Vintage 23M Men Stainless Steel Watch

By Longines

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: COM002636 Manufacturer: Longines Model: Vintage Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 23M Age: 1940 Gender: Men Complete With: Longines Box Dial: Rose Arabic Glass: Plexig...

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Longines Vintage Deck Watch 19.70N Unisex Stainless Steel Watch
Longines Vintage Deck Watch 19.70N Unisex Stainless Steel Watch

Longines Vintage Deck Watch 19.70N Unisex Stainless Steel Watch

By Longines

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: COM002639 Manufacturer: Longines Model: Vintage Model Variant: Deck Watch Model Number: 19.70N Age: 1940 Gender: Unisex Complete With: Longines Box Dial: White Arab...

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Stainless Steel

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By Tudor

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2010s Vintage Longines Box

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By Longines

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Steel

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By Omega

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

An Omega wrist watch ca' 1947. Oversize steel case measuring approx. 37.5 mm. Reference 2609. Robust construction, movement #265. Original dial with patina.

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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By Omega

Located in New York, NY

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Stainless Steel

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Longines Vintage Large Stainless Steel Mechanical Wrist Watch

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By Longines

Located in Chicago, IL

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1940s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Stainless Steel

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Located in New York, NY

Case Size: 38mm Band Length: 7" Hallmark: Sicura Weight: 82.9 Grams Condition: Good condition, minor scratches on crystal, just serviced. Item #: BR-1364-080124-05

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20th Century Vintage Longines Box

Materials

Stainless Steel

Longines 1950s Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist watch
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By Longines

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1950 Longines Wrist watch 30 M.M. 14k yellow Gold 2 piece case with exaggerated flaring lug tops, 17 Jewel Mechanical Manual wind movement, Black Dial with Raised Gold markers ...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Omega

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Tudor Submariner, circa 1982

Tudor Submariner, circa 1982

By Tudor

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Tudor Submariner Around 1982 Ref.7021 Steel case black dial N°956XXX Mechanical self-winding movement Calibre Tudor base ETA2483 Nato bracelet Please note: This is a tudor snowflake...

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1980s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Ref 2532800 James Bond Cal 112 Watch
Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Ref 2532800 James Bond Cal 112 Watch

Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Ref 2532800 James Bond Cal 112 Watch

By Omega

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

This truly iconic & highly sought after Omega Seamaster Professional 300m, nicknamed "James Bond" ref 25328000 Chronometer Gents’ Wristwatch features: Swiss Automatic (self-windi...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Vintage Longines Box

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By Omega

Located in Stamford, CT

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By Omega

Located in PARIS, FR

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1980s European Modern Vintage Longines Box

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By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

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1970s Swiss Vintage Longines Box

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Steel

Montblanc 1858 Blue Dial Blue Leather Men's Watch 2303
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Montblanc 1858 Blue Dial Blue Leather Men's Watch 2303

Located in New York, NY

MOVEMENT: Hand Wind CASE SIZE: 44 mm CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIAL MARKERS: Arabic Numeral CROWN: Pull / Push BAND MATERIAL: Alligator Leather WATER RESISTANCE: 30 meters / 100...

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2010s Vintage Longines Box

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Vintage Longines Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage longines box you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a vintage longines box 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 20th Century. Finding an appealing vintage longines box — no matter the origin — is easy, but Longines each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a vintage longines box 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 cabochon alternatives. Finding a vintage longines box for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Vintage Longines Box?

On average, a vintage longines box at 1stDibs sells for $2,500, while they’re typically $488 on the low end and $7,180 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Longines for sale on 1stDibs

Longines is known for creating some of the most technically innovative and attractive timepieces in the world. Once worn by Humphrey Bogart, Albert Einstein, Richard Byrd and Charles Lindbergh, the company's vintage watches are now sought after by collectors and anyone desiring to wear a high-grade wristwatch.

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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.

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