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Bulova Ladies Wristwatch Art Deco Style with Diamonds
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Bulova ladies Watch 33 pieces Total Diamonds 14 Karat 0.76 TDW 13 grams.
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond

Vintage Piaget Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Unique Vintage Piaget LAdies wristwatch. A highly collectible piece, for a delicate and elegant
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9k gold Ladies Rolex Precision wristwatch, boxed watch
By Rolex
Located in NEWARK, GB
The perfect classic timepiece is what you wil find with this vintage ladies 9ct gold Rolex
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Mid-20th Century European Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ladies 18kt Gold Piaget Dancer Diamonds Wrist Watch, Quartz , Diam 23 mm
By Piaget
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Ladies 18 kt. Yellow Gold Piaget Dancer Wristwatch, Diamonds , Quartz Movement, Diameter 23
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by Favre-Leuba, with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
By Favre Leuba
Located in Berlin, DE
wristwatches headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and formerly a pioneer in watch design, manufacturing and
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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

Retro Period Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies Wrist Watch in 18k Pink Gold with Rubies
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very interesting Retro period wristwatch is crafted from 18k pink gold and natural square cut
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Stainless Steel Ladies Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
1990' Bulgari stainless steel ladies wristwatch 48.4g, quartz movement, with Black dial and
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1990s Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Movado Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 14K
By Movado
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely Diamond Wristwatch is made by Movado which is a fine watch making house. This watch
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1960s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Swiss Watch Retro Mid-Century
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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

Art Deco Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Art Deco platinum lady’s watch, set with a timeless baguette shaped case, enhanced by
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies vintage Rolex yellow gold wristwatch, circa 1950s. The Ladies Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold
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1950s Swiss Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Bucherer
Located in Dallas, TX
Bucherer 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold rectangular case ( 15
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Tiffany & Co. Watch Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Face Wristwatch, 1940s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1940's Tiffany and company 14K Gold Watch and band. 17 Jewel adjusted 2 positions. Watch is
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1940s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Niello Ladies Manual Winding Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
Niello Ladies Manual Winding Wrist Watch - Manual. Steel case with checkered Niello pattern ( 26 mm
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20th Century Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies late 1960's Omega diamond dress wristwatch. Crafted in 18k yellow gold accented with a 24
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Agate Dial White Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. Agate oval dial wristwatch. 18k white gold mesh band. Manual wind and Chopard
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gerber Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Gerber 14 karat white gold diamond Swiss movement wristwatch. The watch features a silver
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Henry Dunay ladies base metal Wristwatch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stylish wrist watch by American jewelry designer, Henry Dunay. The rectangular black face is framed
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1990s American Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Base Metal

Henry Dunay ladies base metal Wristwatch
Henry Dunay ladies base metal Wristwatch
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W 0.88 in L 1.13 in
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Ribbed Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Stamford, CT
accuracy. Vintage watches may not be as accurate as a new quartz watch. Even new watch warranties do not
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1960s Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful 18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch. This lovely watch is
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1970s Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch
18k Yellow Gold Ladies ROLEX Cellini Wristwatch
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H 0.9 in W 1.09 in Dm 0.21 in
Boucheron Ladies Yellow Gold Dress Wristwatch
By Boucheron
Located in Darnestown, MD
This versatile Boucheron 18 gold watch can be dressed up or down. It comes with a gold band or can
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1980s French Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
By Chopard
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Chopard Opal Diamond Watch is done in 18K white gold, Black Opal Face, manual wind Ladies
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1970s Swiss Artisan Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
Chopard Black Opal Face Ladies Wristwatch, 1970
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H 2.15 in W 1.07 in
Gianmaria Buccellati Rare 18K Authentic Ladies Wristwatch
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Kingston, NY
Gianmaria Buccellati Rare, Authentic ladies wristwatch. This watch is 18K yellow gold with the
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Rolex Geneve Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1970's Rolex Geneve ladies wristwatch. Hand textured solid 14k yellow gold band. Tiffany
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Rolex Ladies Precision 14K Gold Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wear this Swiss 1959 Rolex Ladies Precision 14 Karat Yellow Gold Watch anywhere, every day. It
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch
By Tissot
Located in Stamford, CT
1980's Tissot yellow gold 17 jewel Ladies wristwatch is an exquisite timepiece that perfectly
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch
Tissot Yellow Gold 17 Jewel Ladies Wristwatch
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H 0.65 in Dm 0.67 in
Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Baume & Mercier ladies gold watch with Roman numerals. The oval face is painted to simulate green
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1970s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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18k Gold

Omega Ladies Diamond Bezel White Gold Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's ladies Omega wristwatch in 18k white gold with diamond bezel and mesh textured band
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Lucien Piccard Ladies Yellow Gold Wristwatch, 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1940s Retro Art Deco- Inspired Lucien Piccard Wrist Watch - 14 Karat Yellow Gold Features: Case
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega lady's 18k yellow gold and diamond bracelet wristwatch. Omega manual-wind movement. 24 full
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic Cartier steel Francaise tank Date wristwatch. White parchment rectangle dial with black
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies Baume & Mercier 14k yellow gold wrist watch. True mid-century 1960’s style wristwatch. 14k
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch
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H 0.63 in W 0.31 in Dm 0.63 in
Classic Calvin Klein Ladies Wristwatch, Late 20th Century
By Calvin Klein
Located in bronshoj, DK
Classic Calvin Klein ladies wristwatch. Late 20th century. The watch case measures: 28 x 16 mm. In
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Classic Calvin Klein Ladies Wristwatch, Late 20th Century
Classic Calvin Klein Ladies Wristwatch, Late 20th Century
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W 0.63 in Dm 1.38 in L 1.11 in
Benkin Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant Retro cocktail bracelet in white gold and diamonds with covered watch. Cover has a center
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1940s American Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas Serpenti Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari "Serpenti " Bracelet/Wristwatch In Coiled Rose Gold and Diamond and MOP 18K., quartz
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1990s Italian Artist Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Bulgari Tubogas Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Tubogas Ladies wristwatch w/black dial and sapphire crystal top, quartz movement, will fit
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1990s Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulgari Diagono Automatic Stainless Steel case and bracelet ladies wristwatch. The name
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Round Ladies 18k. Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Vintage round ladies 18k. yellow gold wristwatch. Made in Geneva, Ca.1950's Hallmarked
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1950s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Ladies Yellow Gold Leather Cuff Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ladies' 18k yellow gold 18x22mm Tiffany & Co. watch with Swiss made manual wind movement, sapphire
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chalet Ladies Vintage White gold Ruby Manual Wristwatch
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Chalet Ruby Ladies Watch - Manual winding. 14K White gold ( 13 x 13 mm ) with .09 cts
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Late 20th Century Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Piaget Ladies Diamond Yellow Gold Halo Bracelet Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
width, tapering to 0.33″ and 0.25″ in height off the wrist. Watch bezel measures approx. 18mm by 21mm
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1990s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Mesh Band Ladies Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
1970’s 14k yellow gold Baume and Mercier 17 jewel watch with mesh gold band retailed by Tiffany
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Retro Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
, connecting both sections on either side, which pivot to adjust for comfortable fit on any wrist. The
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1940s Unknown Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Ladies Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Retro Wristwatch
Ladies Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Retro Wristwatch
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H 0.57 in W 0.63 in L 6.5 in
Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond "H" Quartz Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Elegant lady's 18K yellow gold and diamond wristwatch from the "H" collection by Chopard. It
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1990s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lucien Piccard Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
Signed Lucien Piccard watch is composed of baguette and round cut diamonds weighing approximately
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1960s Ladies Rolex Wristwatch, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
bezel. Overall, dainty and very feminine appeal. Beautiful watch! Hallmarked ''K18" on security clasp
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Antique Carlto White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
watch by Carloto is exquisite. Thirty six H/I1 diamonds, totaling one third carat total weight adorned
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Ladies Gold Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Constantin and Bulgari, comprising a remarkable 18k yellow gold wristwatch from the 1960s, featuring double
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1960s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Ladies Gerald Genta-Bvlgari Tubogas Wristwatch, Prototype Piece Unique
By Bulgari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gerald Genta / Bvlgari Tubogas wristwatch. Propably Prototype from Gerald Genta,piece unique , the
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20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Yellow Gold

Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond and Lapis Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 18K White Gold 26 M.M. 2 Piece case with Factory Diamond set
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1970s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

French Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Mechanical Wristwatch, 1940s
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ladies watch. Bracelet and rectangular case in 18 carats yellow gold. Background of the case of
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1940s French Retro Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1942 Rolex Ladies Reference 3869 Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece
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1940s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Steel

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Manual Winding Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Dallas, TX
Baume & Mercier Ladies 14k Yellow Gold & Diamond Watch - Manual winding; 17 jewel movement. 14k
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1950s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat gold ladies wristwatch with a quartz movement, square enamel dial with
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1990s Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant
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1970s Unknown Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ladies Wristwatch, Universal Genève, 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
By Universal Genève
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting ladies watch from Universal Genève, 18 Karat Gold, with Diamonds. Mechanical manual
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20th Century Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Harry Winston Ladies yellow and white gold quartz Wristwatch
By Harry Winston
Located in Darnestown, MD
Harry Winston sporty tank wrist watch in yellow and white gold. Yellow gold outer and inner bands
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1990s American Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Materials

Gold

Omega 18K And Steel Ladies' DeVille Watch
By Omega
Located in Honolulu, HI
Omega 18K And Steel Ladies' DeVille Watch. This classic wristwatch is charismatic and captivating
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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Automatic de Ville ladies wristwatch, leather strap. Approx. 1960s.
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega Automatic de Ville ladies wristwatch, leather strap. Approx. 1960s. In good condition, normal
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1960s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

Longines 18kt. white gold ladies' wristwatch with diamond-set bezel
By Longines
Located in Braintree, GB
Longines 18kt. white gold ladies' wristwatch with diamond-set bezel. Made in Switzerland. Circa
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1980s Swiss Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches

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Diamond, White Gold

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Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage ladies wrist watch wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1961 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. 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. Our collection of vintage ladies wrist watch wristwatches includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Cartier and Piaget are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 530 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and baguette cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage ladies wrist watch wristwatches, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Ladies Wrist Watch Wristwatches?

On average, vintage ladies wrist watch wristwatches at 1stDibs sell for $5,526, while they’re typically $93 on the low end and $498,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

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