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Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920
Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

Mauboussin Paris Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch C. 1920

By Mauboussin

Located in Boston, MA

with a total carat weight of 2.80 carats, graded G in color and VS1 in clarity. The watch is

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Unisex Cartier Panthere Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds
Unisex Cartier Panthere Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds

Unisex Cartier Panthere Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

5.33 carats of dazzling natural diamonds (F-G / VS1-VS2), this factory watch adds a brilliant sparkle

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pristine Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Oval Piaget Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel
Pristine Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Oval Piaget Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel

Pristine Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Oval Piaget Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel

By Piaget

Located in Palm Beach, FL

total approximate weight of 2.25ct, of overall G color and VS1 clarity. The the watch when laid out

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Bracelet Watch with 3.5 Carat Ruby and 1 Carat I-VS Diamond
Vintage 14K Gold Bracelet Watch with 3.5 Carat Ruby and 1 Carat I-VS Diamond

Vintage 14K Gold Bracelet Watch with 3.5 Carat Ruby and 1 Carat I-VS Diamond

Located in New York, NY

brilliant-cut diamonds of I color and Vs clarity, this piece exudes sophistication. The intricate design

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Custom Iced Out VS1 Emerald Cut Diamonds Cartier Santos Wrist Watch
Custom Iced Out VS1 Emerald Cut Diamonds Cartier Santos Wrist Watch

Custom Iced Out VS1 Emerald Cut Diamonds Cartier Santos Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

100% Authentic Cartier Santos Iced out completely with collection quality vs white natural round

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

10.07 Carat E VS1 Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring, by Cartier
10.07 Carat E VS1 Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring, by Cartier

10.07 Carat E VS1 Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring, by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A GIA Certified 10.07ct E VS1 Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring by Cartier. Comes in an original Cartier box

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch
Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch

Plymouth Watch Co. Ladies Platinum Diamond Sapphire Wristwatch

Located in Calabasas, CA

approximately 3.30 carats, F-G; G-H color, VS1-VS2 clarity. The watch measures 6 3/4 inches long. Truly a work

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Jacob & Co Infinity Diamond Ladies Watch 50 Carat VS1 E-F Endless Bracelet
Jacob & Co Infinity Diamond Ladies Watch 50 Carat VS1 E-F Endless Bracelet

Jacob & Co Infinity Diamond Ladies Watch 50 Carat VS1 E-F Endless Bracelet

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

the arm with a slide locking clasp for easy use. Width is 1 inch. Wear the watch so it tightly clings

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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Protocole 18k White Gold Diamond Dial Bracelet Quartz Wrist Watch
Piaget Protocole 18k White Gold Diamond Dial Bracelet Quartz Wrist Watch

Piaget Protocole 18k White Gold Diamond Dial Bracelet Quartz Wrist Watch

By Piaget

Located in Montclair, NJ

fine quality with near-colorless G color and very clean VS1/VS2 clarity. This beautiful watch remains

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Movado Sports Edition Two Tone Diamond Watch 81 G1 1892 w/ Box
Movado Sports Edition Two Tone Diamond Watch 81 G1 1892 w/ Box

Movado Sports Edition Two Tone Diamond Watch 81 G1 1892 w/ Box

By Movado

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Movado Sports Edition Two Tone Diamond Watch Model: 81 G1 1892 Serial: 5563234 This Movado sports

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Antique Art Deco Platinum & 14K White Gold Diamond 17 Jewel Waltham Watch
Antique Art Deco Platinum & 14K White Gold Diamond 17 Jewel Waltham Watch

Antique Art Deco Platinum & 14K White Gold Diamond 17 Jewel Waltham Watch

By Waltham

Located in Cape May, NJ

are all conservative H color and Vs1 Clarity. The watch is marked "Waltham 670 17 jewels USA 71731

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch, 1920s
Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch, 1920s

Ladies Platinum Diamond Wristwatch, 1920s

Located in Hicksville, NY

, Antique Baguette Cut Carat Weight: .60 carat, total weight Color: F Clarity: VS1 Length of watch: 6.25

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Galmor Lady's Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Wristwatch
Galmor Lady's Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Wristwatch

Galmor Lady's Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Wristwatch

Located in Cape May, NJ

rubies. The diamonds are all conservative H color and Vs1 clarity. The watch is running well but should

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lady's White Gold and Diamond Tonneau Wristwatch
Tiffany & Co. Lady's White Gold and Diamond Tonneau Wristwatch

Tiffany & Co. Lady's White Gold and Diamond Tonneau Wristwatch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

diamonds, VS1 clarity, G color. This watch comes with an original Tiffany & Co box and two additional bands

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier, Tank, 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds, 21001243, Women, 1990-1999
Cartier, Tank, 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds, 21001243, Women, 1990-1999

Cartier, Tank, 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds, 21001243, Women, 1990-1999

By Cartier

Located in Braintree, GB

diamonds : 102 Approx total carats : 1.02 ct Clarity : VS1 Colour : F Condition: Watch is pre-owned

Category

1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier - 18k gold, lapis lazuli & diamonds - 597519 - Women - 1990-1999
Baume & Mercier - 18k gold, lapis lazuli & diamonds - 597519 - Women - 1990-1999

Baume & Mercier - 18k gold, lapis lazuli & diamonds - 597519 - Women - 1990-1999

By Baume & Mercier

Located in Braintree, GB

: Round Number of diamonds : 32 Approx total carats : 0.96 ct Clarity : VS1 Colour : F Condition: Watch

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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18K Gold REF. 4176 Wristwatch
Chopard Happy Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18K Gold REF. 4176 Wristwatch

Chopard Happy Diamonds Mother of Pearl 18K Gold REF. 4176 Wristwatch

By Chopard

Located in Miami, FL

Dazzling Genuine round Diamonds weighing approximately 5.90 carats ( F-G color and VVS2-VS1  clarity) This

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

BULOVA 10k Yellow Gold Stamped Manual Wind Watch Diamond Dial With leather belt
BULOVA 10k Yellow Gold Stamped Manual Wind Watch Diamond Dial With leather belt

BULOVA 10k Yellow Gold Stamped Manual Wind Watch Diamond Dial With leather belt

By Bulova Watch Company

Located in New York, NY

: 26.3g Diamond : 0.03tcw G-H VS1+ This original Bulova watch features a 10K yellow gold rolled plate

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch
1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch

1960s Omega Platinum Ladies Diamond Covered Watch

By Omega

Located in Miami, FL

This Exquisite Rare Diamond coverd Omega watch was inspired with a Floral motif and crafted in

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ebel stainless steel and 18kt gold women's sports watch with diamond bezel
Ebel stainless steel and 18kt gold women's sports watch with diamond bezel

Ebel stainless steel and 18kt gold women's sports watch with diamond bezel

By Ebel

Located in Braintree, GB

Quantity of stones: 40 Total carat weight: 0.40 carats Clarity: VS1 Colour: F Condition: Watch is pre

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Tiffany French 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Back Wind Cocktail Watch
Tiffany French 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Back Wind Cocktail Watch

Tiffany French 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Back Wind Cocktail Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Palm Beach, FL

1.00ct of overall F/G color and VS1 clarity. The watch head measures 33mm by 25mm, including the two rows

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Ladies Mid-20th Century Piaget, 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Oval Watch
Classic Ladies Mid-20th Century Piaget, 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Oval Watch

Classic Ladies Mid-20th Century Piaget, 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Oval Watch

By Piaget

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This skillfully executed 18k yellow gold and diamond ladies oval dial Piaget wrist watch is truly a

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Jade Dial Mesh Band Wristwatch
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Jade Dial Mesh Band Wristwatch

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Jade Dial Mesh Band Wristwatch

By Piaget

Located in Palm Beach, FL

approximate weight of overall F/G color and VVS2/VS1 clarity. This sophisticated watch will accommodate a

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Mid Century Bracelet Manual Wristwatch
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Mid Century Bracelet Manual Wristwatch

Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Mid Century Bracelet Manual Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Palm Beach, FL

approximate total of 2.50cts of overall G color and VS1 clarity. The watch head measures 29mm x 25mm. The

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Piaget 1960s 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat VS1 Diamond Mesh Bracelet Watch
Piaget 1960s 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat VS1 Diamond Mesh Bracelet Watch

Piaget 1960s 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat VS1 Diamond Mesh Bracelet Watch

By Piaget

Located in New york, NY

1960s Unisex 18kt White Gold "Mesh Motif" Diamond Set Bracelet Watch The present watch is a

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Watch on Platinum and Diamond Pin
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Watch on Platinum and Diamond Pin

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Watch on Platinum and Diamond Pin

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Calabasas, CA

13.14 carats, color: E - F, Clarity: VS1 - SI2. The watch measures 2 5/8 inches long and weighs 29.6

Category

20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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By Chopard

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This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in Switzerland. The stunning and elegant Chopard watch has a diamond surround. The diamo...

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

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By Hermès

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By Christian Dior

Located in Zürich, CH

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By Alexander McQueen

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By Omega

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By Hamilton

Located in New York, NY

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Vs1 Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vs1 watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a vs1 watch 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. A vs1 watch from Butani, Vaibhav Dhadda and Rolex — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. 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 brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vs1 watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vs1 Watch?

Prices for a vs1 watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $556,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,265.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury 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, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.