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Rolex Datejust President Midsize Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 78278
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust President Midsize Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 78278. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. 18k yellow gold oyster case 31.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo o...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere W3PN0007 4119 29MM Diamond Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Length: 5.50 inches Weight: 73.63 grams One ladies 18K rose gold and stainless steel, diamond Cartier Swiss made...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Rolex Steve McQueen Explorer II #1655 Straight Hand Steel Automatic Watch, 1971
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: Explorer II Year: 1971 Serial number: 327xxxxx Reference: #1655 Case: Show normal sign of wear with no sign of polish from previous; inner case back stam...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Seiko Chronograph Gen 1 Military Raf Chronograph 1990
Located in London, GB
Watch: Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 Stock Number: CHW5331 Price: £995.00 Original, working Generation 1 Seiko Chronograph made for the British RAF i...
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1990s Japanese Watches

Materials

Steel

Mens Omega Cosmic Ref 2486-1 Moonphase Triple Date 37mm Manual Wind 1940s JM22
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A collector's classic, Men's Omega Cosmic jumbo 37mm Moonphase watch with triple date, c.1940s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unres...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Breitling Superocean 48 Blue Dial Titanium Mens Watch V17369 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Breitling Superocean 48 Blue Dial Titanium Mens Watch V17369 Box Card. Automatic self-winding movement. DLC coated titanium case 48.0 mm in diameter. Rubberized screw down crown. DLC...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Titanium

Rolex Datejust Steel Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 279381
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Steel Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Watch 279381. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 28.0 mm in d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Panerai Luminor 1950 Chrono Monopulsate Left Handed Titanium Mens Watch PAM00579
Located in Atlanta, GA
Panerai Luminor 1950 Chrono Monopulsate Left Handed Titanium Mens Watch PAM00579. Manual-winding movement. Titanium cushion case 47.0 mm in diameter. Transparent exhibition sapphire ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Titanium

Klaftenberger. Rare Miniature Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C1871
Located in London, GB
Klaftenberger. A Rare Miniature 18ct Gold Hunter Quarter Repeater Antique Pocket Watch C1871. Dial: The perfect white enamel dial fully signed Klafte...
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19th Century British Antique Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Timor ATP British Military
Located in London, GB
Watch: Timor ATP British Military Stock Number: CHW5297 Price: £950.00 At the beginning of world war two, The British Army needed watches for its troops fighting overseas. They acquired watches from many brands under the new Army Trade Pattern or A.T.P. These watches were often civilian watches slightly modified to meet the hurried specification issued by the British Army. Timor was one of the few that built a whole new watch just for the British Army Stainless steel case measuring 31mm diameter. Timor 15 Jewel manual wind movement. Mid case composite chrome base metal bezel...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

Tag Heuer Carrera 1887 Chronograph Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch CAR2115
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tag Heuer Carrera 1887 Chronograph Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch CAR2115. Automatic self-winding chronograph movement. Stainless steel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Mens Omega Meister Dial 36mm Manual Wind Chronograph 1960s Unrestored JM21
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Collectable vintage classic, Men's Omega Meister Dial Chronograph Manual Watch, c.1960s. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, untouched Omega signed Meister dial, app...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Raymond Weil White Mother of Pearl Two-Tone Stainless Steel Diamond Tango 5960-S
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A timeless silhouette made of high-quality materials and packed with precision and luxury makes this Raymond Weil wristwatch the perfect choice for a sophisticated finish to any look...
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2010s Italian Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (28mm x 35mm). Silver guilloch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 42.0 mm in diameter. Crown cover with faceted blue spinel. Tran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Franck Muller Diamonds Conquistador Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 8001 SC Full Set
Located in Antwerp, BE
Full set Franck Muller Diamonds Conquistador Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 8001 SC Reference number: 8001-SC Model: Conquistador Movement: Automat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Breitling Chronomat 01 Mother of Pearl Steel Limited Edition Mens Watch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Breitling Chronomat 01 Mother of Pearl Steel Limited Edition Mens Watch AB0111 Box Card. Self-winding automatic officially certified chronometer movement. Chronograph function. Stain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel Watch 126622
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Yacht-Master Men's Stainless Steel Watch 126622 - Automatic winding, Caliber 3235 movement, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with platinum bezel (40mm diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Bvlgari Black PVD Coated Stainless Steel Rubber Octo 103027 Men's Wristwatch 41
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Bvlgari Octo 103027 men's wristwatch exudes contemporary elegance. Its sleek octagonal case, crafted from durable stainless steel with a striking black PVD coating, harmonizes ef...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Bulgari Vintage Serpenti Tubogas Watch Rare rectangular case three gold
Located in Milano, IT
A rare stunning vintage Bulgari Tubogas watch, made of 18k yellow, rose and white gold, circa 1970s. The gold watch features a rectangular case with a black matte dial. The dial equ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Cellini Classic White Gold Mother Of Pearl Dial Mens Watch 5115 Unworn
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Cellini Classic White Gold Mother Of Pearl Dial Mens Watch 5115 Unworn. Manual winding movement. 18k white gold slim case 31.8 x 5.5 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. . ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Boucheron Serpent Boheme Diamond White Dial Steel Ladies Quartz Watch
Located in New York, NY
Preowned in excellent condition. Comes with the gift box. Brand: Boucheron Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 02382 Country/Region of Manufacture: United States S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Set 69139
Located in London, GB
A 26mm Datejust in tri-gold by Rolex. Featuring a Tahitian mother of pearl dial with diamond set hour markers and a fixed yellow gold bezel set with 40 round brilliant cut diamonds. ...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Estate Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This spectacular Cartier Santos Ronde Estate Watch is a splendid fusion of 18K yellow gold and stainless steel. Its round case showcases both gold and stainless steel, and the minera...
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1990s Watches

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Steel Mens Watch 220.10.38.20.03.002 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Steel Mens Watch 220.10.38.20.03.002 Box Card. Automatic self-winding movement with Co-Axial Escapement. Stainless steel round case 38.0 mm in diameter. Ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Cellini Time White Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 50505
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Cellini Time White Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 50505. Automatic self-winding movement. Officially certified Swiss chronometer (COSC). Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. Bidi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph Ref. #6239, Circa 1966
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Rolex Daytona Blue Cosmograph 6239 Circa 1966 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. This model is referred to as the Daytona Blue due to the slight blue color of (Daytona) on the dial is a rare occurrence in similar year models. Currently this watch is shown with a more current Rolex band to provide a more comfortable fit. However, included with your purchase, is the original riveted Rolex watch band. Please see the last 2 photos. Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Rolex Daytona Cosmograph: Serial number: 1'417'XX8 Year of Production: Circa 1966 Gender: Men's Dial: Black / white Crystal: Acrylic Caliber: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 Jewels Movement: Valjoux Case: Stainless Steel – Screw down case back Case Size: 37mm Strap / Band: Original stainless steel Rolex riveted bracelet with folding clasp included. Newer Rolex...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pulsar 14k Yellow Gold Time Computer 41mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: Digit display in red LEDS Case: 41mm 14k yellow gold Bracelet: 14k yellow gold Dial: black Reference # Pulsar Serial # 160XXX No box or papers
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tag Heuer Carrera Skeleton Dial Japan Limited Edition Steel Mens Watch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tag Heuer Carrera Skeleton Dial Japan Limited Edition Steel Mens Watch CBG2019 Box Card. Automatic self-winding chronograph movement. Stainless steel case 43.0 mm in diameter. Transp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Breitling Stainless Steel Super Avenger
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, power reserve Case: round 48mm case, timing bezel, sapphire crystal, Breitling engraved case-back, screw-down crow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2022 Rolex Yacht Master Watch 116622 Steel Platinum Blue Dial Box/Papers #15767
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2022 Rolex Yacht Master Men's Watch Model: 116622 Serial: OXA08788 This Rolex watch is set in stainless steel with a platinum bezel 40mm case Automatic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Platinum, Steel, Stainless Steel

OMEGA SEA Master Ladies Watch
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Ladies MOVEMENT: Quartz CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 28mm DIAL COLOUR: White STRAP: 50mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Steel CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: xxxxxx SERIAL NUMB...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Submariner Hulk 116610LV
Located in London, GB
An unworn Submariner Date Hulk in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a green dial and green unidirectional rotatable ceramic bezel with 60 minute g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ladies Tag Heuer Two Tone Professional Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Tag Heuer Ladies Professional Two Tone Quartz Watch. Model WG1320-0. Dark Gray Dial with Date Function. Worn Plating on Bracelet and Bezel. Includes 1 Year Timekeeping Warr...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Gondolo Small Seconds White Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch 5111
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patek Philippe Gondolo Small Seconds White Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch 5111. Manual winding movement. 18k white gold rectangular case 47.5 mm x 35.5 mm. . Scratch resistant sapphire ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver

Breitling Navitimer Automatic 38 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch A17325 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Breitling Navitimer Automatic 38 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch A17325 Box Card. Self-winding automatic officially certified chronometer movement. Stainless steel case 38 mm in diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Zenith Chronomaster Sport Rose Gold Mens Watch 18.3100.3600 Unworn
Located in Atlanta, GA
Zenith Chronomaster Sport Rose Gold Mens Watch 18.3100.3600 Unworn. In-house Zenith El Primero self-winding automatic 1/10th of a second chronograph movement. 18k rose gold case 41.0...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Movado Ladies Platinum Diamond Mid Century Manual Winding Dress Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Diamond Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum DIMENSIONS: Length 25mm X Width 16mm CIRCA: 1950's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Je...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Platinum

Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece 18k Solid Gold Automatic BIG DATE Wristwatch 40mm
Located in Richmond, CA
Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece gent's wristwatch in solid 18k yellow gold. This fine Swiss timepiece features elegant “big date" complication display at prominent 12 o'clock position, A...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet Green Stainless Steel Diamond Hortensia Eden W83880-001 22 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Chaumet Hortensia Eden is a work of wonder cloaked in dreamy details. The Hortensia Eden W83880-001 watch for women is made of stainless steel, a...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Omega Men's Classic Automatic Rose Gold Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century 1960's Omega Men's Classic Automatic gold wristwatch, a timepiece that epitomizes elegance and sophistication. This wristwatch showcases Omega's ...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Auguste Berthoud. A Rare Antique Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840
Located in London, GB
Auguste Berthoud. A Unique and Rare French Experimental Marine Chronometer C1840 Dial: The Original Silvered regulator Dial, similar to that used by Louis Berthoud, his father, with...
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19th Century French Antique Watches

Materials

Brass

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous platinum, diamond, and ruby Glycine watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! This gorgeous watch has a rectangle-shaped watch face, which is surrounded by a wonderful and feminine design that is encrusted with sparkling diamonds and calibrated rubies. The clock belly has a white face with handprinted black numbers and blued steel hands. Around the face are 42 bead set single cut diamonds separated by milgrain detailing with floral motif etchings adorning the side of the watchcase and crown. Connected to each side of the centerpiece by a hinge is a platinum link containing 4 bead set single cut diamonds flanking bezel set triangle cut diamonds which is surrounded by calibrated channel set diamonds. The band of the watch is made of platinum mesh framed on each side by 48 single cut diamonds, each stone bead set into a milgrained link, making a beautifully flexible design. The watch is secured by a push catch with a bar safety feature, which is also set with an additional 6 single cut diamonds. The overall approximate diamond weight of the watch is approximately 2.50ctw. The underside of the clasp is stamped "5% Iridium Plat". The movement is a 17 jewel Swiss movement made by Glycine Watch Co., which later became renowned for their military and aviator watches...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Rolex Mens Datejust 36mm 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Watch Jubilee Fluted Ref 116233
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 36mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Gift Box. Watch is 100% Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. Watch Reference is 116233 and is in Excellent Condition (See Pictu...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Turnograph Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 116263 Unworn NOS
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust Turnograph Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 116263 Unworn NOS. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36mm in diameter. Rol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

TAG Heuer Carrera Diamond Steel Ladies Watch WAR1114 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
TAG Heuer Carrera Diamond Steel Ladies Watch WAR1114 Box Card. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 39.0 mm in diameter. Original Tag Heuer ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Tissot Steel Seastar Full Size Chronograph with Original Black Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Seastar / Cushion Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diamete...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust President Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust President Diamond Dial Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 69178. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Complications Chronograph 5170J-001 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Patek Philippe Gender: Men's Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 39.00 mm Weight: 99.60 grams Gent's 18K yellow gold, PATEK PHILIPPE Swiss made watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Panerai Luminor Submersible 42mm Steel Mens Watch PAM00682 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Panerai Luminor Submersible 42mm Steel Mens Watch PAM00682 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Two part cushion shaped stainless steel case 42.0 mm in diameter. Panerai pate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Jaeger - LeCoultre Master Calendar, 140.8.87
Located in Braintree, GB
Brand: Jaeger - LeCoultre Model: Master Calendar Reference number: 140.8.87 Brand: Jaeger - LeCoultre Model: Master Calendar Reference number: 140.8.87 Movement: Automatic Case ma...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel White Gold Blue Roman Dial Mens Watch 126334
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel White Gold Blue Roman Dial Mens Watch 126334. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 41 mm in diameter. Rolex ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Longines 18Kt Yellow Gold Rare Drs. Model Art Deco Watch circa 1937
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1937 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 20mm M...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

CORUM for VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Estate 14k/18k Gold Watch with Lizard Skin Band
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible gold watch from watchmaker Corum for the luxurious designer Van Cleef & Arpels, most likely from the 1960s! This vibrant 18kt yellow gold timepiece displays a classic appeal. The watch's face is comprised of a textured gold face with delicately painted hour numerals, simple hands, and markings including the Corum logo, "CORUM", "VAN CLEEF & ARPELS", and "SWISS MADE" in fine print. The timepiece rests on a lizard-skin band, which is stamped with "18" (denoting the band width), "167", "Handmade in France", and "GENUINE LIZARD", which is held secure by a 14k watch...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Classic Louis Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Louis Cartier mid size Tank Wrist Watch, 30 X 23 M.M. 2 Piece 18K yellow Gold case, Quartz movement, Sapphire Crown, White Dial with Black Roman numerals. New Hadl...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage OMEGA Ladies 14k Yellow Gold Tank Watch D6786 Model
Located in Media, PA
This is a great looking 14K Omega watch winds, sets, and runs great, and keeps excellent time. It was originally made for a man, but would look equa...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel White Gold Mint Green Dial Mens Watch 126334
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel White Gold Mint Green Dial Mens Watch 126334. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 41 mm in diameter. Rolex ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Rolex Lady DateJust Diamonds Watch
Located in Rome, IT
Rolex Lady DateJust , a 26 mm timepiece crafted with stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, showcases a Factory Diamond Bezel and an Anniversary Diam...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Antique, New and Vintage Watches

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, new and classic vintage watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. 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.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bvlgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

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

When shopping for a watch, 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 exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, new and vintage watches on 1stDibs — we promise it will be worth your time.

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