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Vintage Men's 10k Gold-Filled Bulova Accutron Watch Movement 214 w/ Original Box
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Round 10k Gold-Filled Case w/ Crown on Reverse Includes Revolutionary Accutron Tuning Fork Movement
Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold-filled

Bulgari Lady's Yellow Gold Juvenia Movement Pear Shaped Tubogas Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Juvenia watch movement. Circa 1965
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco Tiffany & Co. Ladies Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
14K Y/g lady's wrist watch mechenical with I.W.C. watch movement, Tiffany watch band. measures 1 x
Category

20th Century Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch Movement can be wound and
Category

20th Century Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Movado 14 Karat Yellow Gold Calendograph Men's Watch Hand Winding Movement
By Movado
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Movado 14K Yellow Gold Calendograph Watch Movement: Handwinding Case is approx. 32mm in diameter
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold IWC Wrist Watch Automatic Caliber 8541 / 810A
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
,collectors watch. Movement : Mechanical with Automatic selfwinding. Case : 18 kt Solid Gold
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold

Glashutte Hunter Prazisions uhren Fabrik Pocket Watch 18 kt Enamel Dial
Located in Antwerp, BE
Watch ! Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding with extra fine movement and Swan Neck Regulation Dial
Category

20th Century German Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Wide Flip-top Retro Bracelet Watch San Marco Link in 18k Yellow Gold
By Movado
Located in La Jolla, CA
features a manual wind Movado watch movement in a wide Link Bracelet composed of Larger San Marco Links on
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt White Gold Chopard Onyx & Diamonds Lady Wrist Dress Watch
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold Chopard Onyx & Diamond Lady Wrist Dress Watch Movement ; Mechanical Manual
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

18 Kt Gold Iwc Wrist Watch Caliber 83
By IWC
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt Gold Iwc Wrist Watch Caliber 83 Extremely rare IWC in mint condition collectors watch
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold

18 Kt Rolex Big Bubble Back Ovettone, Ref 6030 Automatic Wrist Watch, Collectors
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt full Gold Rolex Ref. 6031 Big Bubble Back Ovettone, First Datejust Automatic Wrist Watch
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold

Steel Collectors Angelus Jumbo Chronograph Wrist Watch Gilt Dial
By Angelus
Located in Antwerp, BE
Angelus Chronograph Wrist Watch Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Angelus Caliber 215 Dial
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Vintage 18 kt. White Gold Omega With Diamond Ladies Dress Cocktail Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 18 kt. White Gold Omega With Diamond Ladies Dress Cocktail Watch Movement: Manual winding
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Vintage Ladies 18kt Yellow Gold Jaeger Le Coultre Back Winder Wrist Watch Rare
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Collectors watch Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding Back winder Case: 18kt Yellow gold diameter 20.5mm
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Titanium Rare and Collectible Porsche Design Watch, Automatic
By Porsche Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
Titanium Rare and Collectible Porsche Design Watch, Automatic New Old Stock Collectors Watch
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Titanium

18kt Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Chronograph Watch, Extremy Rare
By Universal Genève
Located in Antwerp, BE
Extremely rare miniature 18kt Yellow Gold Universal Genève Chronograph Watch Movement: Mechanical
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rolex Orchid Diamonds Halo Set 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Classic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Oakton, VA
, part of Rolex’s series of cocktail watches. u. Case Width: 25mm v. Crystal: Sapphire w. Watch Movement
Category

1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch
By Bulova
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding (Automatic) Men's Watch Movement #: 11ACAC Case
Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Women's Square Hand-Winding Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
14k Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Women's Square Hand-Winding Watch Movement #04 Case #4266-17134
Category

1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 16570 Steel Automatic Watch 1993
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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
Category

1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Paul Peugeot Twenty Dollar Manual Wind Coin Watch 18K Gold and 22K Gold
Located in New York, NY
a real 22K gold US 1900 $20 piece. The watch movement is behind a spring actuated cover. The watch
Category

1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

Tissot Navigator Automatic Chronograph Steel Tachymeter Blue Dial, Cal. Lemania
By Tissot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Watch Movement: Automatic, Caliber Lemania 1341 Case: Steel case, Diameter 39.7mm x 36.7mm Thickness
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 14K YG Yellow Gold White Dial 1601 Automatic Watch, 1964
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rolex 36mm Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Dial 16018 Automatic Watch, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Vintage Hand-Winding Alarm Watch W/ Original Box and Case
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Jaeger- Lecoultre Hand-Winding Alarm Watch W/ Original Box and Case Model: Alarm watch Movement
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex Explorer II White Dial Creamy 16570 Steel Automatic Watch 1995
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner 16610 Creamy Date with paper Steel Automatic Watch, 1990
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
it is original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Submariner with Date Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Matte Dial with Date 1680 Creamy Steel Automatic Watch, 1974
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Submariner Maxi MK I Matte Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax duties
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 18K WG White Gold Ombre Blue Dial Diamond 18038 Auto Watch, 1982
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Early Submariner Matte Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch, 1968
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Silver Dial Manual Wind 6694 Steel Watch, 1971
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Black Dial Creamy 16700 Steel Automatic Watch 1996
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Explorer II 1655 Steel Automatic Watch, 1972
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Precision Manual Wind Steel Blue Dial 6426 Watch 1972
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I Steel 14270 “Swiss” Only Automatic Watch with Paper, 1998
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steve McQueen Explorer II 1655 Straight Hand Steel Automatic Watch, 1972
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic 14790BA Box & Papers
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Buckle to have the option to wear on croc leather strap or gold strap same watch ! Movement : Mechanical
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Meter First 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1969
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Single Red MK IV Creamy 1680 Steel Automatic Watch 1971
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Dial 16220 Watch w/Paper & Tag, 1993
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Creamy Dial 16570 Steel Automatic Watch with Paper 1995
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona 18K Yellow Gold White Dial 16528 Cosmograph Chronograph Watch 1997
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Submariner Sea-Dweller Matte Dial 1665 MK I Steel Automatic Watch 1979
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Day-Date 18K YG Yellow Gold Silver Wideboy Dial 1803 Automatic Watch, 1968
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rolex Submariner Sea-Dweller Rail Dial 1665 Steel Automatic Watch 1978
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
it is original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Submariner Creamy 16600 Steel Automatic Watch w/Paper, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Big Bubbleback 6028 Steel Automatic Watch, 1952
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse Quartz Watch Red Leather Strap
By Gérald Genta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gerald Genta Mickey Mouse Quartz Watch Red Leather Strap Very rare and exclusive collectors watch
Category

20th Century Artist Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Matte Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch and Paper Tag, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Warranty dated 1972.8.2. from Rolex Watch Okinawa General Agency; Red & Green Serial Tag Our company
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date 18K White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Watch 19019, 1979
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Submariner No Date Steel 14060 Automatic Watch with Paper Tag 1990
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx Shipment fully insured and excluded any tax
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Roman Dial 16220 Watch w/ Paper, 1993
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Red Blue Matte Dial 1675 Steel Automatic Watch, 1971
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Bracelet: USA Rivet Bracelet w/ 11 links & clasp code 1-73 Accessories: None, Watch Only Our company
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Matte Dial 1675 MK I Steel Automatic Watch, 1968
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Single Red MK II 1680 Tropical Brown Steel Automatic Watch 1969
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement. Price has already included FedEx
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Matte Dial Maxi MK I 4 Lines 5512 Steel Automatic Watch 1977
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
it is original and running properly. In addition we offer three years warranty of the watch movement
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watch Movement

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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Vintage Watch Movement For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage watch movement you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and Sterling Silver. Our collection of these items for sale includes 32 vintage editions and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a vintage watch movement from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a vintage watch movement has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Omega, Alex Jona and Cartier are consistently popular. Take a look at a vintage watch movement featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage watch movement for sale are for men, but there are 20 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Vintage Watch Movement?

The price for a vintage watch movement starts at $175 and tops out at $12,508 with these watches, on average, selling for $1,637.

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.

Find antique, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Watch Movement
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What specific type of movement is on a Gucci watch varies. Generally, Gucci uses only high-quality Swiss quartz movements in all of their timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a range of Gucci watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most Rolex watches do not have quartz movement, instead they use a Perpetual rotor to power the watch. There were a couple of Rolex watch models that used quartz movement, the most popular being the Rolex Oysterquartz. The Oysterquartz is no longer in production, but it can be found in the second-hand market.. Find Rolex watches, including the rare Oysterquartz, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, Tiffany makes their own watch movements. In 1874, Tiffany & Co. established a watchmaking factory in Geneva, Switzerland, to hand-assemble their own highly precise, advanced movements and hand settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Tiffany & Co. watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bremont recently unveiled its new movement, the ENG300. The movement is a 65-hour automatic with a silicon escapement manufactured at Bremont’s watchmaking factory ‘The Wing’. You can shop a collection of authentic Bremont watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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.

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