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6.61 carat blue moonstone, Akoya pearls on a handmade 14k necklace by G&G Studio
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
vintage watch fob chain) design allows this necklace to be worn in countless different ways, and the
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Rose Gold, White Gold

Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ LENGTH: Supplied with Period Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement This is a "vault
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New York, NY
orientation. United States, Circa 1888 In Excellent Vintage Condition and watch has been recently serviced
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Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Retro Equestrian Theme Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Stamford, CT
the world, this watch is the epitome of feminine refinement. The double snake chain band is flexible
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

14ct 585 Gold Vintage Watch 13.25" Chain
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold Watch Chain Stamped 14k on the clasp and the word "KARAT" on the ring soldered to the
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Antique sterling silver Albert chain, tassel, watch chain fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
chain comes with a Victorian silver tassel with foxtail and beaded drops. It has a vintage sterling
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Pocket Watch Chain - Yellow Gold 14k Convertible Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Long & Short
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Victorian Citrine Watch Fob Slide Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Citrine: 1 round cut = 1.25ct Dimensions: necklace measures 17.5-inches in length Weight: 21.33 grams
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century Watch Chain Link Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 18 In Vintage
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Early 20th century watch chain fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The watch chain
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt White Gold Bulova Diamond Watch Ladies Serviced Working Warranty Art Deco
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
stunning ladies' Bulova diamond watch crafted in 14kt white gold. This art deco vintage timepiece has been
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Victorian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Waltham 14k Yellow Gold Hunters Cased Pocket Watch Circa 1900 Hand Engraved
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
watch itself. This watch is supplied with a gold filled pocket watch chain, or a solid gold pocket
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Nouveau Open Faced Pocket Watch from, 1905
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Numerals / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Supplied with a Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Waltham Open Faced Gold Filled Pocket Watch Flawless Kiln Fired Enamel Dial 1892
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
entirely hand engraved by a master engraver. It is supplied with a vintage pocket watch chain so you can
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Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Enamel Dial from 1897
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
flawless condition. It is offered as well with an original vintage pocket watch chain so you wear it as
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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced 18 Size Pocket Watch with Flawless Dial
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Blued Steel Hands Supplied with Gold Filled Pocket Watch Chain WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches

Upcycled 14k gold chain and vintage agate bracelet by Glitter and Gold Studio
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
purpose. A 14k gold vintage watch chain and clasp, which once might have trailed from a gentleman’s
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2010s North American Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Vintage Chanel Black Lacquered Dial 18k Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet Watch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Chanel Model: Premier Case Material: Yellow Gold Dial: Black Lacquered Movement: Quartz Weight: 76.3 grams Bracelet size: 14.6 cm Accessories: Brilliance Jewels Two-ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham) Gorgeous, Edwardian, curb link chain. This lovely, double watch chain
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Movado Pocket Watch 1260 Manual Watch, 9k Antique Gold Fob Chain
By Movado
Located in Surfside, FL
Movado pocket travel clock- watch in a croco-lizard skin case with a 14" 9k antique gold fob chain
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Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish vintage Albert chain necklace set in 9k rose gold. The Albert chain is an
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Nickel Silver Pocket Watch with Period Vintage Chain Original Dial 1940's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Breguet style hands. We never see pocket watches in this condition. The watch has a hinged case and a
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Silver

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Miami, FL
vintage models are so much in demand. Although they stopped working long ago, the Waltham watch company is
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

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

Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Waltham 1886 Riverside Size 0s Hunting Pocket Watch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
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H 2 in W 1.03 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in L 2 in
Matinee Length Fancy Fetter Watch or Guard Chain in Yellow Gold with Swivel Clip
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is an old watch chain that long ago got separated from its watch. We added a dog (aka swivel
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers Thickness 1.4mm Approx Type Chain Gross
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2010s Indian Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco 9ct rose gold Albert chain, shield fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
This gorgeous antique 9ct rose gold Albert chain is truly a handsome piece. A lovely chunky
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Marked 18 Carat Gold Vintage Italian Chain Bracelet, Circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
any damage. Return policy within 3 days is applied. Please make sure you watch the short video that
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Antique 10 Karat Rose Gold Folding Watch Chain Fob Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
Fabulous early Rose Gold Folding Watch chain. Measuring 3.8 x .65. This would look amazing added to
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Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Hermes Travel Watch C.1960s
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare time piece by Hermes, a vintage travel watch. The watch set ina red leather case equipped
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Vintage 1960s French Pocket Watches

CHANEL Premiere Chain Link 18K Gold Evening Women's Wrist Watch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1987 Collection 18K Gold Quartz Case Measures 0.75" W x 1" H
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Louis Vuitton Locket Chain Vintage Link Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold, 87 Gm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton 18K White Gold Padlock Charm Chain Bracelet 87 gm Unisex Brand Louis Vuitton Metal
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2010s Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL Silver Stainless Steel Leather Chain Premiere Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1987 Collection Stainless Steel Leather Quartz Swiss Made 18mm
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Vintage 14k White Gold Embellished Bulova Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
Lightweight and 41 single-cut diamond adorned, this 14K vintage Bulova wrist watch has a link style
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold Embellished Bulova Watch
Vintage 14k White Gold Embellished Bulova Watch
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H 0.28 in W 0.74 in Dm 0.66 in
Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
. This vintage 14K White gold watch and 14K white gold link-style bracelet has 2 round bezel settings, 8
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
Lady's 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
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H 0.76 in W 0.3 in Dm 0.64 in
14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
Created by Hamilton, this vintage watch gives off a luxurious feel. The 14K white gold link style
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
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H 0.3 in W 1.13 in Dm 0.64 in
Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
length of the chain excluding the watch is 38 inches. Excellent vintage condition. American circa 1908
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Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Bucherer Oval Manual Watch Yellow Gold Plated
By Bucherer
Located in London, GB
Vintage Bucherer Oval Manual Watch Yellow Gold Plated Vintage Bucherer oval manual watch in Yellow
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

1960s Vintage Hamilton Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami, FL
a security chain. This vintage watch is covered with round, baguette, and marquise-shaped diamonds
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch from 1923 with Matching Chain
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This watch is supplied with a vintage pocket watch
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
By Croton
Located in Addison, TX
A stunning Ladies true vintage 14k white gold croton diamond watch. The vintage patina look is
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
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H 0.57 in W 0.29 in Dm 0.58 in
Rolex Cellini White Gold Vintage Mechanical Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Rolex Cellini collection Pocket Watch and chain, 39 M.M. 18K White Gold 2 piece case
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham (no date letter) Makers
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

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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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist 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
Waltham
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Blued Steel Breguet Hands This watch is supplied with a vintage pocket watch chain, so you can wear it
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Waltham
Waltham
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Fusee Chain Drive 1800's John Moncas 18k Tri Color Gold Dial Pocket Watch
Located in Stamford, CT
. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not cover watch
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Antique Early 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Antique Austro-Hungarian Lonzenge Link Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
An antique Austro-Hungarian 14-karat yellow gold lozenge link watch chain. This chain features an
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Vintage 1980s Hungarian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hamilton Ladys Platinum and 14k White Gold Diamond Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
A stunning Ladies true vintage platinum and 14k white gold Hamilton diamond watch. The vintage
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Sterling Silver, Victorian Curb Link, Albert Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Fabulous, Victorian, double silver watch chain. Beautiful curb link stamped for silver on each & every
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Banner 7 Jewel Swiss Watch Pin/Brooch, Skeleton Feature
Located in Austin, TX
A vintage pin and clock/watch that is detachable and attachable. This piece is vintage and in great
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Pocket Watches

Late Victorian 9k Yellow Gold Fob Chain Circa 1900
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
and intricate details, these chains were originally designed to accompany pocket watches, offering a
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1940s Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ladies Cocktail Fob Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 1.50 carat diamond and platinum cocktail fob watch by 'Helvetia
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

15ct Yellow Gold Victorian Long Figaro Link Chain with Swivel Clip
Located in Brighton, GB
Long Figaro Chain 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880s Makers Mark C D B This exquisite 15ct yellow
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Pendant Pocket Watch Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Silver Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
A 39 mm vintage pendant pocket watch by Jaeger LeCoultre, crafted from 18k yellow gold. Featuring
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20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Ladies Watch with Blancpain Movement
By Blancpain
Located in Fairfield, CT
in a secure clasp that bears the quaint addition of a safety chain. As a vintage timepiece, it
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Mid-20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Covered Watch Bracelet 18K Gold and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 18 Karat gold chain mail vintage bracelet features a covered watch adorned with 24
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Geneve 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Quartz Movement Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Circa 1960 Geneve with rich fourteen karat 14K yellow gold bracelet the fine ladies dress watch has
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Patek Philippe 14k Gold Travel Clock Pendant Pocket Watch Estate Jewelry
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
on top and can be hung on a chain as a pendant. It’s an incredibly well-designed watch by Patek
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chopard Tigers Eye 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 50391 circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chopard Tigers Eye 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch 50391 circa 1970s w/ Chopard Service Papers
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Woman Watch in 18K Yellow Gold, Circa 1940 Tank Model Club Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Club brand mechanical ladies' watch circa 1940 Tank model in 18-carat yellow gold set with 2 rows
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintager Square Face 18k Gold and Diamond and Ceylon Sapphire Ladys Wrist Watch
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage 18k gold ladies wrist watch, square face with gold weave chain band with diamond and ceylon
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Mid-20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Vintage Watch Chains For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage watch chains available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 28 vintage examples as well as 2 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of vintage watch chains bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tiffany & Co., Bulova and Bulgari produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 2, are particularly popular. There are many rough cut, round cut and tumbled vintage watch chains for sale. There aren’t many items for women in our collection of vintage watch chains, as most of the options available are for men.

How Much are Vintage Watch Chains?

On average, vintage watch chains at 1stDibs sell for $1,934, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $12,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Watch Chains
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pocket watch chain is called a fob, or watch fob. They can be made in a variety of materials, but most often appear in a metal that matches the case of the watch itself. Shop a collection of antique watch fobs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A watch fob is the name for a pocket watch chain. It's utilized to make the pocket watch more accessible by providing a handle for the user to hold while taking it out of a vest or pant pocket. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of pocket watch chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Unless 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You 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.