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Watches For Sale
Creator: Audemars Piguet
Creator: Ebel
Rare Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Sapphire Dial Watch Bracelet
By Ebel
Located in Montclair, NJ
This rare and very well-made ladies' Ebel Beluga wrist watch features a 24mm solid 18k yellow gold round shaped case encrusted with outstandingly fine quality diamonds throughout tot...
Category

1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Limited Edition Millenary Maserati 26150ST.OO.D084CU.01
Located in London, GB
A limited edition stainless steel Millenary by Audemars Piguet, in collaboration with Maserati to commemorate their 90th anniversary. This is just one of 900 to have been manufacture...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time Rose Gold Mens Watch 26120OR.00.D002CR.01
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Dual Time Rose Gold Mens Watch 26120OR.00.D002CR.01 - Automatic winding. 18k Rose Gold ( 39 mm ) Solid case back. Black dial with Grande Tapisserie waffle p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Auto 33mm 18k Gold & Steel Watch 15050SA LIMITED 200pc
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 33mm Watch Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Paper 100% Authentic Condition - (Excellent Condition) - See Pics Watch Reference - 15050SA Model - Royal Oak Dial C...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Ebel Classic 18k gold and stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref 181033371
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Wave with original black diamond dial and diamond bezel in 18k gold and stainless steel. Quartz. Fits 6 inches wrist. Circa 1990s. Fine Pre-owned Ebel Watch. Certified preowne...
Category

1990s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Steel

Ebel Sportwave 18k & stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Sportwave in 18k & stainless steel. Quartz w/ sweep seconds and date. 34 mm case size. Fine Pre-owned Ebel Watch. Certified preowned Classic Ebel Sportwave watch is made out o...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Quantième 25668 BA 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Rare Audemars Piguet Quantième Perpétuel Automatique Skeleton in 18k yellow gold on a brand new, uncut, burgundy alligator strap with AP 18k deployant buckle. Automatic movement with...
Category

1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Promesse 18k white gold wristwatch Ref 67461bczza023lz01
Located in Surfside, FL
Audemars Piguet Promesse in 18k white gold with blue dial and diamond case. Black alligator strap. Quartz. 32 mm length by 18 mm width case size. Ref 67461bczza023lz01 Fine Pre-owned...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel with rare white dial. Auto w/ date. 36 mm case size. With box, papers and booklets. Circa 2002. **Bank wire only at t...
Category

Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal 18k yellow gold Quartz Wristwatch Ref 6005BA
Located in Surfside, FL
Audemars Piguet Jumbo Royal Oak Rectangular in 18k yellow gold. Quartz. Measures 35mm long (lug to lug) by 32mm wide. With service box. Ref 6005B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ebel Sport Wave 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Wrist Watch
By Ebel
Located in Rome, IT
Ebel Sport Wave 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Wrist Watch 57 Grams 6.25" Ref 866902 The watch features a 18k Yellow Gold Crown, 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Bezel, sapphire crystal, Go...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 38mm Grey Dial CHRONOGRAPH Ref# 26715ST.OO.1356ST.02
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak SELFWINDING CHRONOGRAPH 26715ST.OO.1356ST.02. 38 mm, Grey dial with “Grande Tapisserie” pattern, silver-toned counters, white gold applied hour-markers and ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel 18k Gold Bezel Mother Of Pearl Diamond Watch
By Ebel
Located in San Fernando, CA
EBEL Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Bezel 2 tone Mother of pearl Dial Diamond Markers Approx. Case 21mm Swiss Watch In great looking and working condition, visible wear consistent with t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel for Watches of Switzerland Manual Wind Calatrava RARE
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
This is an ultra rare Ebel Calatrava made for Watches of Switzerland in the 1970's. This watch has a stunning white Roman Numeral dial. It is a true classic! This watch is powered by...
Category

1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Sports Classic Wave 183909 Date 18k Gold Steel 32MM Watch
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Ebel Model: Sport Classique Gold Wave Reference Number: 1057901 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel & 18kt 750 Gold Measu...
Category

1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet "Millenary" Blue Ladies Watch 77301ST.ZZ.D303CR.01
Located in Dallas, TX
Audemars Piguet "Millenary" Blue Ladies Watch 77301ST.ZZ.D303CR.01 - Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oval case (39 x 35 mm ). Silver and blue dial. Outer diameter wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

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

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Lady Watch in Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Elevate your style with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Lady watch - fusion of elegance and precision. Audemars Piguet, a pioneer in Haute Horology since 1875, has a rich history of ...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel

Estate Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Diamond and Mother of Pearl 24 mm 18k Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Audemars Piguet Royal Oak mother of pearl and white diamond 24 mm watch. 18k white gold.
Category

20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond

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
Category

2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chrono Ghost 42mm Titanium and Ceramic New
Located in New York, NY
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470IO.OO.A006CA.01 is a watch that demands attention. Its bold design and titanium construction make it a true standout piece. Th...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Titanium

Audemars Piguet 15550ST.OO.1356ST.03 Grey Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15550ST.OO.1356ST.03 Model: Royal Oak Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Grey Face: Sapphire Crystal Cas...
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2010s Watches

Audemars Piguet Jules 18K White Gold Silver Dial Watch 77230BC.OO.A001MR.01
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned like new condition. Unworn band. Great Collectable piece. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold

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

18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Dial
By Ebel
Located in Berlin, DE
18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Lazuli Dial The bracelet has been lengthened. Can be shortened at any time if desired. Includes certificate ...
Category

20th Century German Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Audemars Piguet Carnegie, REF. 14941
Located in New York, NY
Authenticity Guarantee, Audemars Piguet Carnegie classic ladies watch in 18K yellow gold, 16cm diamond bezel. Reference number: 14941. This watch has a folding butterfly clasp. Quart...
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono 41mm 26320ST.OO.1220ST.02 Custom Green Ceramic
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono 41mm 26320ST.OO.1220ST.02 Custom Green Ceramic. Green ceramic coating has been applied aftermarket. Very unique watch 1 out of 1. Sale comes with AP ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O'Neal 26133ST.OO.A101CR.01 LIMITED
Located in New York, NY
A limited edition 48mm Royal Oak Offshore Shaquille O'Neal wristwatch by Audemars Piguet. Featuring a black dial with arabic numbers, 3 & 2 are coloured in red to reflect the basketb...
Category

2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic 14790BA Box & Papers
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 14790BA/O/0789BA/01 , Collectors Watch in Amazing Condition with Audemars Box & Papers Come...
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

18 kt Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic, Ref 14790 BA
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic Reference 14790BA.OO.0789BA.01 with Box & Extract from the Archives , Collectors watch in...
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Lady 26267FS.ZZ.D002CA.01
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26267FS.ZZ.D002CA.01, 37 mm. The watch has Black Dial w/ White gold Royal Oak hands. The Case is Forged carbon w/ 2385 Movement w/ 37 j...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond

18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Cal K2070 Wrist Watch Collectors Automatic
Located in Antwerp, BE
Audemars Piguet vintage 18 kt yellow gold collectors wrist watch with Audemars Extract from The Archives Movement: Automatic , Caliber K2070 with 18 Kt Gold Rotor, On Extract Calibe...
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

14 Kt Gold Audemars Frères Genève Pocket Watch, before Audemars Piguet founded
Located in Antwerp, BE
14 Kt Gold Audemars Frères Genève Pocket Watch Case: Measurements diameter 52 mm thickness 8.5 mm Total weight: 76.4 gram / 2.695 oz / 49.1 dwt Audemars Frères was a Swiss watch m...
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Chocolate 26331OR.OO.1220OR.02 NEW
Located in New York, NY
Truly unworn piece. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case & bracelet with polished beveled corners. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case octagon design bezel, secured with 8 polished ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Blue 26331OR.OO.1220OR.01 NEW
Located in New York, NY
Truly unworn piece. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case & bracelet with polished beveled corners. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case octagon design bezel, secured with 8 polished ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Auto Rose Gold Men 41mm Watch 15400OR.OO.1220OR.02
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic Men's Watch. Crafted in elegant rose gold, this 41mm timepiece exudes sophistication and luxury. Pre-owned ...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono Rose Gold Black Mens Watch 26320OR.OO.1220OR.01
Located in New York, NY
This Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono watch for men is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines functionality and style. With a rose ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch Black Dial Rose Gold 15500OR.OO.1220OR.01 Unworn
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch (Model: 15500OR.OO.1220OR.01) – a luxurious and new timepiece that exudes sophistication. Adorned with ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470OR 18kt Rose Gold Complete
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 26470OR.OO.1000OR.01 – an exquisite timepiece meticulously crafted in 18kt rose gold, complete with its original box an...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26331ST.OO.1220ST.03 Steel Watch "Panda"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26331ST.OO.1220ST.03 Steel Watch – an unworn masterpiece that seamlessly merges precision engineering with timeless design. Craf...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore in Rose Gold. Comes with Box and Papers Used watch.
Category

2010s Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch with Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Audemars Piguet Vintage dress watch ultra-thin 18kt yellow gold with link bracelet. Bezel and bracelet is set with brilliant diamon...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 37m Purple Dial Limited Edition 100
Located in London, England
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 37m Purple Dial Limited Edition 100 pieces worldwide. Very exclusive beauty. Comes with or original box and card. Brilliant-cut sapphires in graded hues of pink and blue adorn the white gold bezel and illuminate the purple dial. The case is further gem-set with brilliant-cut diamonds. 18-carat white gold case, glareproofed sapphire crystal and caseback, bezel set with blue to pink brilliant-cut graded sapphires, screw-locked crown. Hand-stitched “large square scale” purple alligator strap with 18-carat white gold AP...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold

Audemars Piguet Pride of China Rose Gold Black Dial Watch 26168SR.OO.1220SR.01
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. 2-year warranty. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Audemars Piguet Model: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Pride...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Titanium AP Royal Oak Grey Dial 26170TI with box and papers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your wrist with the Audemars Piguet Titanium AP Royal Oak Grey Dial 26170TI, a timepiece that embodies both sporty sophistication and horological exce...
Category

2010s Watches

Materials

Titanium

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Watch 37MM White Index Dial Yellow Gold Watch UNWORN
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet 15450BA.OO.1256BA.01 Royal Oak Selfwinding 37mm Silver Index Yellow Gold Watch, New (Old Stock), factory plastic protection intact, bracelet has couple very minor scu...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Steel Mens Watch 15720ST.OO.A027CA.01 Unworn
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely UNWORN Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 15720ST.OO.A027CA.0. 42mm diameter x 14.1mm height, stainless steel, glare-proofed sapphire...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono Steel Mens Watch 26331ST.OO.1220ST.02 Unworn
Located in New York, NY
Silver-tone stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel bracelet. 8 screws fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Black dial with silver-tone hands and index hour marke...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Ceramic Anthracite 44mm 26405CE.OO.A002CA.01
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Ceramic Anthracite 44mm Men's Watch 26405CE.OO.A002CA.01 – a brand new timepiece with a striking and contemporary design. Crafted w...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ladies Watch with Factory Diamond Bezel REF 15451ST
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Audemars Piguet Model: Royal Oak Ref: 15451ST Movement: Automatic​​​​​​​ Case Size: 37mm Material: Stainless Steel ​ Year: 2022 Bezel: Factory Diamonds Dial: Black Ta...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ebel Stainless Steel Modele Depose
By Ebel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual Function: hours, minutes Case: 29.2mm Stainless Steel rectangular Band: leather, buckle Dial: silver stick Serial: 592-978XXX No box or papers included Guaranteed t...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ultra Thin 57175ST.OO.0789ST.01
Located in London, GB
A 33mm stainless steel Royal Oak Ultra Thin by Audemars Piguet. Featuring a blue dial with grande tapisserie pattern, a date aperture and a steel bezel set with the 8-screw design. F...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Edward Rosegold Automatic Wrist Watch Ref. 15015OR
Located in Berlin, DE
The wristwatch from Audemars Piguet presented here is an epitome of luxury and the finest watchmaking art. The case and folding clasp, both made of 18k rose gold, give the watch a wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

AP Royal Oak 41mm 18kt Rose Gold Blue Boutique Chronograph 26331OR.OO.D315CR.01
Located in New York, NY
Truly unworn piece, has never been worn or polished. 18kt rose gold case with a blue alligator leather strap. 8 screws fixed 18kt rose gold bezel. Blue grande tapisserie dial with rose gold-tone hands and index hour markers. Dial Type: Analog. Date display between 4 and 5 o'clock position. Chronograph - three sub-dials displaying: 60 second, 30 minute and 12 hours. Audemars Piguet Calibre 2385 Automatic movement, containing 37 Jewels, composed of 304 parts, bitting at 21600 vph, and has a power reserve of approximately 40 hours. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Screw down crown. Octagon case shape, case size: 41 mm, case thickness: 11 mm. Water resistant at 50 meters / 165 feet. Functions: chronograph, date, hour, minute, second. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made. Audemars Piguet Blue Dial...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Vampire Black Red 42mm 26470ST Watch MINT
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the audacious spirit with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Vampire 42mm 26470ST.OO.A101CR.01. This timepiece is not just a watch; it's a bold statement in black and red...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic Silver Dial Steel 77350ST.OO.1261ST.01 B/P
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel bracelet. Fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Silver-tone dial with index hour markers. Dial Type: Analog. Date display a...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 38 Steel Silver Dial 26315ST.OO.1256ST.01
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 38 wristwatch, a true masterpiece of luxury and precision. Crafted with a solid stainless steel caseback and bracelet, ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Chocolate Dial Brown Leather 26331OR B/P
Located in New York, NY
18kt rose gold case with a brown alligator leather strap. 8 screws fixed 18kt rose gold bezel. Brown grande tapisserie dial with rose gold-tone hands and index hour markers. Minute markers around the outer rim. Dial Type: Analog. Date display between 4 and 5 o'clock position. Chronograph - three sub-dials displaying: 60 second, 30 minute and 12 hours. Audemars Piguet Calibre 2385 Automatic movement, containing 37 Jewels, composed of 304 parts, bitting at 21600 vph, and has a power reserve of approximately 40 hours. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Screw down crown. Octagon case shape, case size: 41 mm, case thickness: 11 mm. Water resistant at 50 meters / 165 feet. Functions: chronograph, date, hour, minute, second. Luxury watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Brown Dial...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

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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