Question 1

What is a vintage poster?

Accepted Answer

A vintage poster is a collector’s item — it usually refers to a piece of poster art that is at least 20 years old. These posters may range from $500 to $2,000 per item and can even be more expensive depending on subject matter, artist and other attributes. Shop a wide collection of unique vintage posters on 1stDibs today.

Question 2

What is a vintage watch?

Accepted Answer

A 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.

Question 3

How do I identify a vintage poster?

Accepted Answer

To identify a vintage poster, feel the texture. Authentic vintage posters will usually feel similar to a newspaper, while reprints of originals will usually be on glossy paper with a smooth surface. An experienced art dealer or certified appraiser can aid you in dating posters. Shop a range of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 4

How can you tell if a poster is vintage?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a poster is vintage, first consider the paper. Due to their age, most vintage posters will show at least minor signs of wear around the edges. A poster that appears brand new could be a reproduction. Also, familiarize yourself with the type of paper used for poster printing during the time when you believe your piece may have been produced. For example, you'd expect an original poster from the early 20th century to feel like newsprint, so a glossy finish on a piece would likely indicate that it's a later reprint. Next, grab a magnifying glass and examine the image. If you can see small dots or pixels, your poster was likely produced with printers that emerged during the late 1960s. Vintage posters from the 1970s, 80s and 90s may still be authentic originals if you observe pixelation, but you wouldn't expect to see it on a piece that purported to be older. If you still feel unsure about the age of your poster, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage posters.

Question 5

What is a vintage-style watch?

Accepted Answer

A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.

Question 6

How can you tell if a watch is vintage?

Accepted Answer

The 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.

Question 7

Is there gold in vintage watches?

Accepted Answer

The 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.

Question 8

What is the most sought-after vintage watch?

Accepted Answer

There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.

Question 9

How old is my vintage watch?

Accepted Answer

To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Are vintage posters worth anything?

Accepted Answer

Whether vintage posters are worth anything depends on the piece in question. The age, number of pieces produced, the maker, the subject or theme of the poster and its condition all play a role in determining the value. Because rarity and current demand also influence price, you may wish to work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer to determine whether a particular poster is valuable. The former is a big factor, as collectors are said to gravitate toward purchasing a rare poster even if its condition is less than mint. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of posters from some of the world's top galleries.

Question 11

What art style are vintage posters?

Accepted Answer

The art style of antique and vintage posters varies greatly. During the first decades of the 20th century, posters reflected the Art Nouveau style. After World War II, the mid-century modern style influenced designs, and by the 1960s, Op Art and Surrealism provided inspiration for posters. Shop a selection of posters from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 12

How can I tell if a vintage movie poster is real?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a movie poster is vintage, look at it through a loupe or magnifying glass. Older posters were created through a process that applies a solid color to the paper. Reproductions are often produced by a method that uses visible pixels. The size of the poster may also be a giveaway. Research to determine the known sizes of that particular poster will help in your research. Shop a large collection of vintage movie posters from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 13

How do I identify a vintage Hamilton watch?

Accepted Answer

To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.

Question 14

How do you identify a vintage Omega watch?

Accepted Answer

To 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.

Question 15

How can I tell if my Seiko watch is vintage?

Accepted Answer

Seiko 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.

Question 16

How do you date a vintage LeCoultre watch?

Accepted Answer

To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.

Question 17

How do I wind a vintage Omega watch?

Accepted Answer

Wind 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.

Question 18

How do I identify my vintage Omega watch?

Accepted Answer

To 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.

Question 19

How can you tell if an Elgin watch is vintage?

Accepted Answer

All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is the best vintage Omega watch to buy?

Accepted Answer

The 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.

Vintage Watch Posters

20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Watch Posters

Cappiello, Original Poster, Election, Pocket Watch, Clock, Chronometer Time 1922

1940s French Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage War Propaganda Poster Silence Enemy Watching Paul Colin WWII

1940s British Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage War Energy Gas Saving Propaganda Poster Watch Your Meters WWII

20th Century Polish Vintage Watch Posters

Someone to Watch over Me 1987 Polish B1 Film Movie Poster, Andrzej Pagowski

1940s American Vintage Watch Posters

Army Air Forces WWII Poster "O'er the Ramparts We Watch" by Jes Schlaikjer, 1944

1950s French Vintage Watch Posters

1955 Kelton - Herve Morvan Original Vintage Poster

1970s Japanese Vintage Watch Posters

Le Mans

1940s American Modern Vintage Watch Posters

Original Watch Out .. Safe Direction NRS vintage gun safety poster, 1946

1950s Vintage Watch Posters

GhisiGhisi's original poster for Invicta 1837 - 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Swiss watch, Circa 1950

1940s Modern Vintage Watch Posters

Don’t leave it all to your fuel watcher Original Vintage Poster WW2 Home Front, circa 1940

1980s Vintage Watch Posters

1985 original advertising poster for Cartier French luxury house, 1985

1990s Performance Vintage Watch Posters

Tony Awards1997 Tony Awards Poster Signed by Celebrity Presenters Autographed Broadway, 1997

1940s Vintage Watch Posters

Clive UpttonSave Fuel at Work Original Poster World War 2 Home Front Efficiency Clive Uptton, c. 1940

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Watch Posters

Signed 'Falling Man' Watch Poster by Surrealist Artist Ernest Tino Trova

1960s Polish Other Vintage Watch Posters

Vintage Polish Closely Watched Trains by Maciej Zbikowski for CWF, 1967

1940s Vintage Watch Posters

Paul ColinOriginal Vintage War Propaganda Poster Silence Enemy Watching Paul Colin WWII, 1940s

1940s Vintage Watch Posters

Reginald MountOriginal Vintage War Energy Gas Saving Propaganda Poster Watch Your Meters WWII, 1940s

1940s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Swiss Watch Advertising Poster for Omega Automatic Watches

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Watch Posters

Kelton Watch by Herve Morvan Original Vintage Poster

20th Century Vintage Watch Posters

Kelton Watch by Herve Morvan Original Vintage Poster

1950s British Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Army Poster The Black Watch Senior Highland Regiment Scotland

1930s British Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Poster Ecosse Scotland LNER LMS Railway Black Watch Bagpipers

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original 1950s Watch Advertising Poster by Leupin "Rolex Watchword of the World"

1930s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage SFR Swiss Railway Poster for Neuchatel Featuring a Watch Maker

1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Poster Stay Sober Or Stay Home Road Safety Watch While You Walk

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original Advertising Poster By Herbert Leupin - Rolex Watchword Of The World

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Advertising Poster by Leupin for Rolex, Watchword of the World

Late 20th Century Vintage Watch Posters

The Night Watch-Poster. Haddad's Fine Arts Inc., Unknown

1980s Art Deco Vintage Watch Posters

Original Cartier Joailliers Couple (Watches) vintage poster, c. 1985

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Large Original Vintage Rolex Watch Advertising Poster - Watchword of the World

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Poster for Rolex Oyster Perpetual Swiss Luxury Watch Models

1980s Pop Art Vintage Watch Posters

Keith HaringKeith Haring poster 1986 (Keith Haring Swatch Watches), 1986

1960s Danish Vintage Watch Posters

Closely Watched Trains 1968 Danish A1 Film Poster

1940s Vintage Watch Posters

Georges WickyOriginal Vintage Swiss Watch Advertising Poster For Omega Automatic Watches, 1949

1950s Vintage Watch Posters

Herbert LeupinLarge Original Vintage Rolex Watch Advertising Poster - Watchword Of The World, 1950s

1950s Vintage Watch Posters

Original Vintage Poster For Rolex Oyster Perpetual Swiss Luxury Watch Models, 1950s

1950s Vintage Watch Posters

Tom CurrOriginal Vintage Army Poster The Black Watch Senior Highland Regiment Scotland, 1950s

1930s Vintage Watch Posters

Christopher ClarkOriginal Vintage Poster Ecosse Scotland LNER LMS Railway Black Watch Bagpipers, 1935

1950s Vintage Watch Posters

Herbert LeupinOriginal 1950s Watch Advertising Poster By Leupin - Rolex Watchword of the World, 1950s

1930s Vintage Watch Posters

Ghisi
Ghisi's original poster for Invicta 1837 - 17 Jewels Antimagnetic Swiss watch, Circa 1950

Tony Awards
1997 Tony Awards Poster Signed by Celebrity Presenters Autographed Broadway, 1997

Clive Uptton
Save Fuel at Work Original Poster World War 2 Home Front Efficiency Clive Uptton, c. 1940

Paul Colin
Original Vintage War Propaganda Poster Silence Enemy Watching Paul Colin WWII, 1940s

Reginald Mount
Original Vintage War Energy Gas Saving Propaganda Poster Watch Your Meters WWII, 1940s

Keith Haring
Keith Haring poster 1986 (Keith Haring Swatch Watches), 1986

Georges Wicky
Original Vintage Swiss Watch Advertising Poster For Omega Automatic Watches, 1949

Herbert Leupin
Large Original Vintage Rolex Watch Advertising Poster - Watchword Of The World, 1950s

Tom Curr
Original Vintage Army Poster The Black Watch Senior Highland Regiment Scotland, 1950s

Christopher Clark
Original Vintage Poster Ecosse Scotland LNER LMS Railway Black Watch Bagpipers, 1935

Herbert Leupin
Original 1950s Watch Advertising Poster By Leupin - Rolex Watchword of the World, 1950s

Edouard Elzingre
Original Vintage SFR Swiss Railway Poster For Neuchatel Featuring A Watch Maker, 1930s

Herbert Leupin
Original Advertising Poster By Herbert Leupin - Rolex Watchword Of The World, 1950s

Herbert Leupin
Original Vintage Advertising Poster By Leupin For Rolex - Watchword Of The World, 1950s