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Watches For Sale
Item Ships From: Miami
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Ceramic King Gold 45mm Watch 521.CO.1181.RX
Located in Aventura, FL
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Ceramic King Gold 45 mm watch. Model 521.CO.1181.RX. satin-finished black ceramic case. Satin-finished king gold and black PVD titanium lower bezel ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41mm White Roman Dial Smooth Oyster Bezel Bracelet Watch 126300
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel features a white dial and an Oyster bracelet. Lacquer combines almost limitless freedom of colour with intensity and a smooth finish....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Steel

Patek Philippe Calatrava 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 7122/200G-001
Located in Aventura, FL
18kt white gold case with a white alligator leather strap. Fixed 18kt white gold 44 diamond-set bezel. White dial with white leaf-style shape hands and index hour markers. Minute mar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu 18k Rose Gold Factory Diamond Dial Ref. 3003 Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Ballon Bleu Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36 mm Dial: White Crème; Diamond Hour Markers Bezel: 18k Rose Gold Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Band Material:...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Lady-Datejust 31mm Stainless Steel Black Index Dial Smooth Bezel 178240
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Lady-Datejust in stainless steel, 178240. original stainless steel Oyster bracelet with a stainless steel deployment buckle. Smooth bezel with a sapphire crystal. The case diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Chanel Mademoiselle Prive 18K Diamond Mother of Pearl Watch
Located in Miami, FL
 Chanel Mademoiselle Prive 18K white gold Diamond and mother of Pearl carved flower on black dial watch.  Circa 2017 in white gold with natural diamonds Ladies wrist watch. 37mm dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Patek Philippe Ellipse 18k Gold Manual ladies watch Ref 3350
Located in Miami, FL
Circa late 1960s  Patek Philippe Ellipse Reference 3350/1, 18k white gold manual wristwatch. In the late 1960s, Patek Philippe lady's 18k white gold and factory set diamond set on be...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Rare Oyster Perpetual 6285 HoneycombDial Rose Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Pre-Owned Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Circa 1950s Reference number 6285, 18K Rose Gold,  34mm Case With Honeycomb White Dial and 18K Rose Gold Oyster Bracelet with Automatic...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex 1803 Day-Date Oyster Perpetual 36mm 18k Rose Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex reference 1803 Day-Date Perpetual president watch Circa 1970s, 36mm 18k rose gold case, 18k rose gold oyster band with fold-over bucket. Rose Gold Dial with Date and Da...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Chanel Premier Gold Vermeil and Black Lacquered Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Chanel Model Name: Premier Movement: quartz Case Size: 20 x 26 mm Case Back: Solid Case Material: Gold Plated Bezel: Gold Plated Dial:Black Laquered Bracelet: Gold...
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2010s Watches

Rolex Datejust II 41mm Red Arabic Diamond Dial 2.5ctw Diamond Bezel Watch 116334
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex 116334 Datejust II 41mm with Aftermarket Diamond Red Arabic Dial Watch is a striking timepiece with elegance and sophistication. With its 2.5ctw Aftermarket diamond bezel a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Steel White Gold Blue Dial Fluted Bezel Oyster Watch 126334
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and white gold features an Azzurro-blue dial and an Oyster bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Steel

Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond MOP 40mm Ladies 18K Gold Watch Pouch/Papers
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard signed 18k white gold 40mm Happy Sport Chronograph ladies wrist watch with the Chopard service pouch/box and papers. 100% authentic with all original parts. Mother-of-pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard 18k White Gold Happy Sport 26mm Ladies Diamond Quartz Bracelet Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard 18k white gold Happy Sport ladies fully diamond set calendar bracelet watch, quartz movement, white dial with 7 floating diamonds in the dial, diamond set bezel and sides. Br...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Superocean 46mm Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Breitling Superocean Automatic 46 Watch Featuring A Black Dial with White Inner Flange and Black Ceramic Bezel On Stainless Steel Bracelet. Includes Original Box and Active...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 100 Midsize Stainless Steel with Crocodile Leather Strap
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Ref: 2978 Movement: Automatic Size: Midsize Case: 33mm Bracelet: Crocodile Leather Strap Includes: Cartier Box 24 Months Brill...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex GMT Master II “Pepsi” with Jubilee Band REF 126710BLRO
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: GMT Master II “Pepsi” Ref: 126710BLRO Case size: 40mm Year: 2020 Bezel: Cerachrom Blue and Red Bracelet: Jubilee Full links Includes: Rolex Original Box ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Breitling Superocean 48mm Watch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Breitling Superocean Automatic 48 Watch Crafted in Titanium Featuring A Yellow Dial and Black Rubber Strap. Includes Original Box and Active Warranty Card. Model E17369.
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gubelin Modernist Techno Cuff Bracelet Wrist Watch In Stainless Steel
Located in Miami, FL
Techno cuff wristwatch designed by Gubelin. Beautiful and very modernist cuff wristwatch, created in Geneva Switzerland by the house of Gubelin. This is the Techno model C size, cra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 35mm 18k Yellow Gold REF 4100
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Audemars Piguet Model: Royal Oak Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ref: 4100 Case Size: 35mm Dial: Cream Tapisserie *Watch is unpolished and can be polished upon request* Includes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Black Pyramid Roman Dial Mens Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Pyramid Roman Dial Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Day-Date 40mm White Gold Bright Blue Roman Dial Fluted Bezel Watch 228239
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 in 18 ct white gold with a bright blue dial, fluted bezel, and a President bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Like New 36mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual Blue Dial
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Like New Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Blue Dial. Model 126000 Includes Box, B...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet 26401RO Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 18k Rose Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Audemars Piguet Model: Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph REF: 26401RO Case: 18k Rose Gold Case size: 44mm Bezel: Ceramic Strap: Rubber Buckle: 18k Rose Gold
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel Rose Gold Anniversary Diamond Dial Jubilee Watch 116231
Located in Aventura, FL
The Rolex Datejust 36mm 116231 is an authentic Swiss-made Men’s or Women’s luxury watch that features a stainless steel case and two-toned ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex GMT Master II “Batman” REF 126710BLNR
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: GMT Master II “Batman” Ref: 126710BLNR Case size: 40mm Bezel: Stainless Steel with Ceramic insert Bracelet: Stainless Steel Links: Full links Year: 2018 I...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Rolex Daytona 18k White Gold REF 116509 with 10+ cttw Top Natural Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona Cosmograph Ref: 116509 Metal: 18k White Gold Dial: Black with Diamond hour markers Stones: VVSn Round Cut Brilliant Diamonds (approx 10ct) Year: 200...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40 Meteorite Dial Oysterflex Yellow Gold Watch 116518LN
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 18k yellow gold with a Meteorite dial and an Oysterflex bracelet, features a black Cerachrom bezel with a tachymetric scale. The 18 ct gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Bezel Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial with Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

UNWORN Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Two Tone with Diamond Bezel and Dial
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Ballon Bleu Case size: 36mm Metal: Stainless Steel & 18k Rose Gold Bezel: Factory Diamonds Dial: Factory Diamonds Links: Full links Includes: Cartier ori...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34mm MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Two-Tone Watch 15053
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053, Case Size/Material: 34mm Stainless Steel/Gold, Aftermarket Natural Diamond Bezel, Aftermarket Mother of Pearls Diamond Hour Markers (Dial), with Au...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Diamond Dial Steel Yellow Gold Bezel Mens Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Rose Gray Diamond Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Rolex...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Day-Date 40mm President Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Watch 228238
Located in Aventura, FL
The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 in 18 ct yellow gold with a champagne-color dial, fluted bezel, and a President bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Swiss Ladies Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This midsize Ladies Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas watch in 18k yellow gold, a timeless highly desired masterpiece, perfect for everyday wear. It has a beautiful black dial with gold numer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bugatti By Mido 1930 Art Deco Radiator Shape Enamel Wrist Watch 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Radiator wrist watch designed by Bugatti. An extremely rare and unusual deco wristwatch, created in Switzerland by Mido for the Bugatti company. Made during the art deco period in the shape of a automobile radiator grill, back in the 1930. Crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with the logo of Bugatti which is embellished with applications of red white and black enamel and the letters EB, for Ettore Bugatti. Fitted with a hinged snap lid. History Between the mid-1920s and the mid-1930s, Mido produced less than a hundred watches for the very famous Bugatti automobile brand. The notable feature of these pieces was their case shaped like the iconic radiator grille on the famous car. They were specially ordered by Mr. Ettore Bugatti to the Mido manufacture, often offered to his best pilots, mechanics and to his family. Bolstered by this success, Mido developed its famous watches for motorists in 1925 and 1926. The brand filed a patent for its watch cases and for some dials inspired by the finest vehicles of the era. These included pocket and pendant watches, all of which mirrored the radiators from a large number of car manufacturers, including: Alfa Romeo, Benz, Bugatti (or EB, for Ettore Bugatti), Buick, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, De Dion-Bouton, Delage, Farman, Fiat, Ford, Hispano-Suiza, Lancia, Lincoln, Opel, Peugeot, Pic-Pic, Rolls-Royce and Talbot. Records Mido records confirm that the first of the four series of Bugatti watches...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Lady Steel Silver Dial Watch 67651ST.ZZ.1261ST.01
Located in Aventura, FL
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Quartz Lady watch. with date display. Stainless steel case, silvered dial, stainless steel bracelet. 40 brilliant-cut diamonds (bezel). Stainless steel case...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Men's Watch 16613
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 16613 Box Papers. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold case ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee REF 1566 Stainless Steel & Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Galbee Ref: W20011C4/1566 Movement: Quartz Bracelet Fit : 6.75 inches Case Size: 29 mm x 29mm Material: Stainless Steel ​and 18k Yellow Gold Year...
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Early 2000s French Modern Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm Iced Out Diamond Dial 14.75ct Jubilee Bracelet Watch 126300
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust 41mm jubilee custom 14.75 carats diamond iced-out watch, is a true embodiment of timeless elegance and luxurious sophistication. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1970s Omega Coral Roy King 18K Textured Link Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage desirable fashionable 1970's Omega Large Yellow Gold and Red Natural Coral Dial Midcentury Wristwatch with Bark Finish Textured Oval Links Ladies Bracelet Watch Circa 1970s. ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Rolex Date in Stainless Steel REF 15210
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: Date Reference: 15210 Metal: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: White with Roman Numerals Includes: Original Box and Perforated Papers
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht- Master 116622 Blue Dial Steel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model Name: Yacht Master Model Number: 116622 Movement: Mechanical Automatic Case Size: 40 mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Bracelet: Oyster Dial: Blue ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Dial Steel and 18k Everose Gold Men's Watch 126231WRJ
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and Everose gold features a white dial and a Jubilee bracelet. The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm MOP Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Steel Watch 16013
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Datejust with a 36mm stainless steel case features a Mother of Pearl Aftermarket diamond Dial and Bezel. This fine timepiece features a classic two-tone 18K yellow gold and stainless steel Jubilee bracelet and an 18K yellow gold Aftermarket Diamond bezel. This watch is in Mint condition. It comes with a Rolex original...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel

Birks Hi Tech Ceramic Collection Estate Watch
Located in Miami, FL
This sleek white ceramic Estate Birks Hi Tech watch combines luxurious style and modern technology, featuring a diamond-accented mother of pearl dial and quart...
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2010s Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Dial Bezel Mens Watch 16233
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Mens Watch 16233. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Presidential 26mm in 18k Yellow Gold REF 6917
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 26 Model Number: 6917 Movement: Mechanical Automatic Case Size: 26 mm Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet: Presidential Dial: Champagne ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Gold 38mm Charms Watch 2572115 With Box & Papers
Located in Miami, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Charms 38mm Women's Watch in 18K Rose Gold With Green Leather Strap. Complete with box and papers. 18k Rose gold case. Silver face, roman numeral hour markers. Adjustable alligator green leather band...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Datejust II Men's 41mm Stainless Steel and White Gold Bezel Watch 116334
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust II Men's 41mm Stainless Steel Watch 116334 - Automatic movement, 31 jewels, Quickset, scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k white gold flut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank 28mm Automatic Francaise with Date Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise 28mm Automatic Stainless Steel 2302 Considered a Mid Size Men’s watch. The watch fits up to a 6.5 inch wrist. This Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph feature...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Watch in 18k Yellow Gold with Custom Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Panthere de Cartier Size: Medium Model Movement: Quartz Case Size : 27 mm (not including the crown) Stones: Diamonds Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ref. 2698 Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: Brand: Cartier Model Name: Santos Demoiselle Model Number: 2698 Movement: Quartz Case Size: 20 mm Case Back: Closed Case Material: Stainless Steel Bezel:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise 2302 Stainless Steel Watch Medium Size
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Francaise Model Number : 2302 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 28 mm x 32 mm Dial: Silver Dial with Black Roman Numerals Crown: Sapphire​​​​​​​...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex President Datejust 18k Gold Diamond Dial Ladies Watch 79178 Box/Papers
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex President Datejust 18k gold ladies wrist watch. Reference 79178. 26mm case diamond hour marker dial, fluted bezel, automatic se...
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1990s Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Zenith Defy Surf 18 Karat Gold Deluxe Automatic Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Pre Owned collectable Vintage mid 1970's Mens Zenith Defy Surf Watch in heavy18k solid gold. Mineral Crystal , all original Gold dial, gold markers and han...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Hublot Classic Fusion 45mm Black Ceramic Bezel Blue Dial Watch 511.CM.7170.LR
Located in Aventura, FL
Hublot Classic Fusion Black Ceramic Blue Watch 45mm 511.CM.7170.LR. A new addition to the classic fusion range this blue dial model feature...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches

Rolex Submariner 126610LV 'Starbucks' Stainless Steel 41 mm Watch, 2022
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model Name: Submariner "Starbucks" Model Number: 126610LV Movement: Mechanical Automatic Case Size: 41 mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Bracelet: Oystersteel Di...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

UNWORN 2023 Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel REF 126284RBR
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust Model Number: 126284RBR MGIO Movement: Mechanical Automatic Case Size: 36 mm Case Material: Rolesor Stainless Steel Dial: Mint Green Bracele...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, 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. Bulgari’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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