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Illinois White Gold Filled Watch Art Deco Wrist Watch 1930's
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Illinois Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Commodore / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL
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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Waltham Open Faced American Pocket Watch with Period Watch Chain from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
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1930s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

West End Watch Co. Sowar Military Watch Manual Wind with Date
By West End Watch Company
Located in New York, NY
function which most military watches do not. The stainless steel case on this watch measures 31mm in
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1940s Swiss Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Zenith Watch Art Deco Platinum Diamond Antique Estate Jewelry
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Zenith Watch from the Art Deco era, made of platinum and diamond. The case and the
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1930s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

Russian Submariners Watch All Original from 1940s / 50s Steel
By Hampden Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
fine pocket watches. In 1888 they relocated to Canton, Ohio. In 1923 the firm merged with a the watch
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Which Vintage Watch

Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch from 1934
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tonneau Shaped METAL
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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Bulova Gold Filled Multi Color 1960's Ladies Watch with Original Bracelet
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Multi Color / Modernist Shape METAL
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1960s American Modernist Which Vintage Watch

Corum Ovale 18k White Gold Pink MoP Dial Quartz Wrist Watch 137.410.69
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and luxurious Corum Ovale wrist watch features an oval-shaped, 23.9mm wide, solid 18k
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1990s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1929 BULOVA ‘CRUSADER’ Gents 10k White RG Watch, 94 yrs old, SERVICED
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Westward ho, GB
Absolutely stunning 94-year-old Art Deco vintage BULOVA ‘CRUSADER’ wrist watch, made in 1929 and in
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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White Gold

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
are WW1 or Trench watches? They were created using 3/0 and 0 size pocket watch movements and
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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
1908 Waltham "Offset" Trench/WW1 Watch, YG Filled, 15 Jewels
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H 0.4 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.23 in
1934 Art Deco Illinois "Ritz" Incredible Condition. Rare, 17 Jewels
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Raleigh, NC
its own unique wrist watch cases. The company cased and boxed its watches at the factory, marking the
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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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 Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue with Breguet Engine Turned Dial from 1939
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
market as well as promote the idea of “industrialization.” Before the Waltham Watch Company, watches were
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1930s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled

Bulova Gold Filled Mid-Century Modern Automatic from 1960's with Unique Dial
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Round METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow
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1960s American Modernist Which Vintage Watch

1950s 2.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat white gold cocktail watch; part of our vintage watch collections. This stunning ladies vintage
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1950s Unknown Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. by Schaffhausen International Watch Company Art Deco Style Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company, Schaffhausen Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Chanel Mademoiselle Diamond Bezel Watch
By Chanel
Located in San Fernando, CA
finish. Details: CHANEL Mademoiselle Watch Steel case and bracelet Black Dial with white Roman number
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1980s Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

IWC 1970s Vintage watch ladies
By IWC
Located in Sammu shi, JP
of warmth that only a mechanical watch can give you, which quartz watches do not have. The non-date
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1970s Swiss Artisan Which Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

IWC 1970s Vintage watch ladies
IWC 1970s Vintage watch ladies
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W 0.79 in
Elgin Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch Tortue Shaped Watch from 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
two million watches per year, more than any other watch factory in the world. The company's success
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1940s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

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14k Gold

Retro 14 Karat Ruby Diamond Watch Ciny Watch Co. Le Noirmont, circa 1940s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous 14K retro watch is from the company Ciny and is from 1940. It has a snake bracelet in
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1940s American Retro Which Vintage Watch

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White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1950s Certina White Gold Women Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Women watches Certina Swiss Made. Rectangular white gold case, 18K, owl hallmark. Revised and
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1950s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

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18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

1970s Textured Silver Large Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in silver, swan hallmark. Important and imposing retro watch in silver, it is formed of a
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1970s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Girard Perregaux Vintage 2592 Diamond Watch
By Girard Perragaux
Located in San Fernando, CA
production Approx. 2013 This beautiful pre-loved watch is in great looking and working condition. Watch has
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20th Century Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Girard Perregaux Vintage 2592 Diamond Watch
Girard Perregaux Vintage 2592 Diamond Watch
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H 0.91 in W 0.91 in
Lucien Picard 18K Gold Vintage Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in San Fernando, CA
Lucien Picard Vintage Watch 18K Gold Case Mechanical Wind-up movement 17 Jewels Second sub-dial
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20th Century Which Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch
By RADO
Located in Sammu shi, JP
RADO Golden Horse / 1970s Vintage watch size : case 3.4cm arm circumference : 17cm between 21cm
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1970s Swiss Artisan Which Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Longines Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
LONGINES Diamond Garland Convertible Watch Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum. A vintage
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1980s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Ladies Gold Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
signatures on the dial, Bvlgari and VC, surrounded by brilliant diamonds. The watch features the iconic
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1960s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Bulova Watch, Set-o-matic, Blue Dial
By Bulova
Located in Vannes, FR
Bulova Watch, Set-o-Matic, Blue Dial Vintage self-winding wristwatch. This timepiece features the
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1970s Swiss Modern Which Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Bulova Watch, Set-o-matic, Blue Dial
Bulova Watch, Set-o-matic, Blue Dial
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W 0.4 in Dm 1.38 in
Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare version of the iconic Bulgari Tubogas watch made in alternated blackened and yellow 18k
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1960s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
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W 0.25 in Dm 0.75 in L 5.75 in
5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Hamilton 5.32 carat diamond cocktail watch of the highest
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1940s American Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, Platinum

5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
5.32 Ct Diamond Hamilton Platinum Cocktail Watch
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W 0.63 in L 7.09 in
Canterbury Steel Incabloc Military Style Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
journey thru time from the Pre-War 11 Era, this vintage American made steel 31mm Canterbury Wrist Watch
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1930s American Which Vintage Watch

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Steel

Piaget Altiplano Vintage Mens Watch Reference 12103
By Piaget
Located in Berlin, DE
imparts a unique aesthetic expression to the watch, whether it be the warm allure of yellow gold, the
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1960s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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

Baume & Mercier Vintage 14K Gold Leather Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in San Fernando, CA
Crown with Blue Cabochon Case approx. 31mm x 22mm Brown Leather Band Approx. 9.2" total watch length
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Late 20th Century Which Vintage Watch

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14k Gold

Baume & Mercier Vintage 14K Gold Leather Watch
Baume & Mercier Vintage 14K Gold Leather Watch
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H 1.23 in W 0.87 in
Gruen 10k Gold Filled Art Deco Watch
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style / Reference 770 METAL
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1940s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold-filled

ROLEX Orchid Chameleon 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Beautiful Vintage Rolex Orchid Chameleon Watch Manual winding movement 18k yellow gold case Approx
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1950s Which Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold Diamond Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat two-tone gold (yellow and white) diamond Piaget 'Polo' wrist watch. The diamonds weigh
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1980s Which Vintage Watch

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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold Diamond Watch
Piaget Polo Two-Tone Gold Diamond Watch
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H 0.79 in W 0.79 in
18k Vulcain Alarm Watch, Circa 1950's
By Vulcain
Located in Wailea, HI
18k Vulcain Alarm Watch Circa 1950's From The Inventors of The Alarm Complication for Wristwatches
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Mid-20th Century Which Vintage Watch

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18k Gold

Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Omega gold and diamond concealed bracelet watch from the mid-20th century makes
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1960s Retro Which Vintage Watch

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

Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
Omega Gold and Diamond Concealed Bracelet Watch
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W 1 in Dm 7.25 in L 7.25 in
Gubelin Ipso Matic 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Gubelin
Located in New York, NY
18K watch is among the most collectible watches of this period. This watch features a top quality 18k
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1960s Swiss Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Yellow Gold

IWC Open Face Pocket Watch Yellow Gold
By IWC
Located in London, GB
A vintage 14k yellow gold open face pocket watch by IWC. The silver dial features a small seconds
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20th Century Which Vintage Watch

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breitling UTI Toptime Chronograph 17765-5 Watch Only
By Breitling
Located in London, GB
major watch brands were established which allowed UTI to launch onto the market watches with its logo on
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1960s Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise 2300 Watch and Papers 1997
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
with Roman Numerals and a sapphire crystal glass. The watch operates from a quartz powered movement
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1990s British Which Vintage Watch

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Steel

Patek Philippe 3419A Stainless Steel Calatrava Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Patek Philippe 3419A vintage Calatrava watch has a Amagnetic 27 AM 400 caliber
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 600 Vintage Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
34mm Omega Seamaster 600 Vintage Mechanical Fully Serviced and in Full Working Condition with Omega copy bracelet. This vintage Omega Seamaster 600 stainless steel wristwatch dates f...
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20th Century Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Stainless Steel

Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. The case is rectangular, the bottom beige
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1960s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

Materials

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

LEMANIA Instituto Idrografico Della Marina Vintage Military Watch
Located in London, GB
Italian Military Watch of which just 1000 were ever produced. How many remain? who knows but all we could
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1950s Swiss Post-War Which Vintage Watch

Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. Platinum Watch Ref 2461
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. Platinum Watch Ref 2461 - Manual Winding. Platinum rectangular case
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20th Century Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Platinum

Omega Constellation Chronometer Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Constellation Automatic Vintage Stainless Steel Watch. Made in Switzerland, Circa 1960's
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1960s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Benrus Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch all Original
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Benrus Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
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1950s American Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Specialties Divers Steel Watch 2200
By Blancpain
Located in San Fernando, CA
The Fifty Fathoms is the historical most important watch in the history of Blancpain. Today it is
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Late 20th Century Swiss Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Steel

Ladies Rolex Datejust Cream Dial Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features
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1980s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The watch features
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1980s Swiss Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Original Dial Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Constellation Chronometer METAL
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1950s Swiss Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Art Deco Ladies Manual Watch by Gruen, c1929
By Gruen
Located in Westward ho, GB
For your consideration is this truly beautiful ladies original Art Deco manual wrist watch with
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Which Vintage Watch

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Lady's Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is square, decorated with
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1960s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lady's Bangle Wrist Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Woman's watch in 18 karat yellow gold, minerve hallmark. It is formed of a bracelet made of an oval
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1950s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Divan 32mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Cartier Divan 18K White Gold Watch with 2 Rows Diamond Bezel and leather strap, featuring a
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Late 20th Century Which Vintage Watch

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Zenith Women Watch
By Zenith
Located in Poitiers, FR
Watch in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is rectangular in shape in brushed gold
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1960s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Zenith Woman Watch
By Zenith
Located in Poitiers, FR
Lady's watch in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. The case is round, the bottom is cream
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1960s French Retro Which Vintage Watch

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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  • 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.
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    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A bumper watch is a watch that uses bumper movement for rotation. Modern watches have rotors that spin a 360 degree, whereas bumper movement is back and forth at about 120 degrees. It is a type of self-winding, automatic movement. Find a broad range of antique and vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
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    A Polerouter watch is a timepiece designed by Universal Genève. The Swiss watchmaker released the watch in 1954. Legendary designer Gerald Genta created the design. Its fluted chapter ring and oversize 12 o'clock marker set it apart from other mid-century modern pieces. Shop a range of Universal Genève Polerouter watches on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Bentley, Breitling created the B01 Chronograph 42 Bentley Centenary Limited Edition watch. There are other versions of the Breitling Bentley available. Find a collection of expertly vetted Breitling Bentley watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A 41 watch is a timepiece produced by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex. Its full name is the Rolex Datejust 41, and the number 41 comes from the fact that it has an Oyster case that measures 41 mm in diameter. You'll find a large selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
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    A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
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    The Waterbury Watch Company was established in the late 1870s in Connecticut to give people an inexpensive watch. It was very simply made, featured a nickel-plated case, no cover and it only had an hour hand. Through many buy-outs over the years, Waterbury eventually was folded into the Timex brand. Find a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.