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Watches For Sale
Creator: Baume & Mercier
Creator: Bulova
Baumé & Mercier 18k Gold Factory Diamond Watch
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Baumé & Mercier, Swiss Made, In 18k White Gold, Factory Set With Diamonds. Amazing Shine, Incredible Craftsmanship, Unbelievable Work Of Art. Beautiful Lapis Lazuli Dial. Extremely R...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Linea
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: quartz Function: hours, minutes Case: 22.5mm 18K yellow gold round case, double row diamond bezel, sapphire crystal, push/pull crown Band: 18K yellow gold bracelet, integra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Octagonal Tank 18K Yellow Gold Automatic
Located in New York, NY
This Baume & Mercier watch is vintage; it is from the 1970s era. It has a white dial, a 27mm X 27mm 18kt gold case, and a black leather strap. The watch features 30 jewel automatic m...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Tank 18K White Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1970's circa. This exquisite timepiece features a 23x31mm 18KT white gold tank-style case, capturing the essence of vintage luxury. The white dial is ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Bulova Curv Two-Tone Steel Chronograph Black Dial Quartz Mens Watch 98A160
Located in New York, NY
Excellent Condition. The Watch Only Has Hairline Scratches on Gold-Tone Parts Due To Store Handling. This Beautiful Timepiece Features: Two-Tone Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet, Fi...
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2010s Unknown Watches

Baume Mercier 14Kt. Solid White Gold Bracelet Watch with
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume Mercier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Bracelet Style Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
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1960s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Baume & Mercier Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Florentine Finish
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baume & Mercier 1960's 14kt Gold Bracelet Watch, a vintage marvel radiating elegance and refinement. With a sleek 24mm 14kt gold case and bracelet, adorned with a Flo...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Exclusive women's diamond watch with diamonds, Bulova.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Exclusive women's diamond watch, Bulova, white gold 585/14K. Total weight: 16.49 g. The watch is set with a total of 50 diamonds and has a dial with Arabic numerals. Envelope dime...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 27mm yellow gold Ladies Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a gold dial with Arabic numbers. The watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, movement and a Baume & Mercier ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Capeland Chronograph MV045216 Automatic Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Chronograph Reference Number: MV045216 Features: Chronograph - Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Aut...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Midcentury Watch Once Owned by Jerry Lewis
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Baume Mercier STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century Modern METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm x Width 24mm MOVEMENT / C...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Watches

Bulova Watch, Set-o-matic, Blue Dial Stainless Steel
Located in Vannes, FR
Bulova Watch, Set-o-Matic, Blue Dial This vintage self-winding wristwatch is a true watchmaking jewel, distinguished by its revolutionary "Dual-Day" functionality. Thanks to its Bul...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Classique Monte Carlo Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Baume & Mercier Classique Monte Carlo gold plated and stainless steel quartz wristwatch. Two tone dial, approximate case diameter: 25mm x 20mm, Swiss ...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier 18kt Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch
Located in Braintree, GB
Baume & Mercier "BAUMATIC" ref 37082, solid 18kt yellow gold men's wristwatch with date. Bracelet Maker Hallmark: LAO Bracelet Gold Date Hallmarks London 1977. Watch bracelet and cas...
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1970s European Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Baume & Mercier Dress Watch, 18K White Gold, Black Onxy Dial, 1980's
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our very rare vintage Baume & Mercier dress watch (reference 38260) with 18k white gold case of 28mm, unusually features an attractive black dial. This vintage Baume & Mercier is pre...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

Onyx, White Gold

Baume et Mercier Vintage Baumatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Baume et Mercier Vintage Baumatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch. Case diameter: 30 mm. Wrist length: approximately 14.50 centimeters. Total weight: 45.11 grams. We do not guarantee th...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Baume And Mercier Geneve 1830
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 42mm DIAL COLOUR: Black STRAP: 50mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Leather CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: 65558 SERIAL ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Baume & Mercier Vintage Avant-Garde Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Baume & Mercier Vintage Avant-Garde Stainless Steel Wristwatch. Wrist length: approximately 15.50 centimeters. Total weight: 55.44 grams. We do not guarantee the functioning of thi...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

14K Yellow Gold Vintage Bulova Accutron Watch (34mm)
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's Vintage Bulova Accutron with 14k yellow gold case. The case is stamped 14k. The gold-filled varieties are stamped gold-filled. Quartz mov...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Baume & Mercier White Gold & Diamond Cocktail Watch 6"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just an elegant, classy 14K white gold Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Family/Model: Dress Cocktail/Evening. It is definitely for a smaller wrist. The band is 6 inches when clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baume & Mercier Black Stainless Steel Diamond Hampton 65694 Women's Wristwatch
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Upgrade your everyday look with this exquisite Baume & Mercier Hampton timepiece. The watch is made of stainless steel and flaunts diamonds on the bezel. The black dial is adorned wi...
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2010s Italian Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Geneve Ilea Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch #4787293
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Baume & Mercier Geneve “Ilea" Ladies Wristwatch features: 30mm Stainless Steel Case set with 28 round brilliant cut diamond along the bezel Diamond set pull/push crown/winder Case ba...
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2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Curvex Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 20m...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Classima GMT XL 42mm Automatic 65494 Watch Boxed
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Classima XL Reference Number: 80520 Features: GMT - Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Auto...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Gold Vintage Chronograph, 30 Pulsation, WEMPE Service
Located in Berlin, DE
Collector's watch in perfect condition. Major Wempe service 2017 for almost €3,000! Includes certificate of authenticity.
Category

20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Classima 42mm Executives XL 65493 Men Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Classima Reference Number: 65493 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 42...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Accutron Innsbruck Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Moonphase Chronograph Watch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Accutron Innsbruck Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Moonphase Chronograph Watch Model #26E08 Serial #1081753 C8671188 Stainless Steel Case w/ Diamond Bezel and Lugs 36 mm Wide (39 mm w/...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10290 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10290 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 134215 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Promesse Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

BAUME & MERCIER 14k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch
Located in New York, NY
BAUME & MERCIER 14k Yellow Gold round case Watch with a genuine diamond bezel 0.90cts approximation, this item is pure 14kt yellow gold and is on very good condition quartz watch ( battery ) Condition Pre-owned Bezel Color: Gold Closure: Buckle Dial Pattern: Mother of Pearl Indices: 12-Hour Dial Year Manufactured: 1980-1989 Gender: Ladies Case Thickness: 5 mm Case Color: Gold Department: Women Caseback: Solid Lug Width: 12 mm Bezel Type: Diamond Watch Shape: Round Style: Dress/Formal, Luxury, Classic Case Size: 21 mm Case Material: Gold Movement: Quartz (Battery) Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant Seller Warranty: Yes With Papers: No box: No Brand: Baume & Mercier Type: Wristwatch Band Color: Gold Customized: No Band Material: Gold Dial Color: mother of pearls Model: Baume & Mercier Band Width: 12 mm Display: Analog Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Policies : We only carry authentic, genuine fine watches and make sure to inspect all of them for authenticity. No matter the age of the watch, we make sure to provide you with a warranty for peace of mind. All of our pictures are pictures of the actual watch being sold. “Preowned watches...
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1880s Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Bulova Men's 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova Men's 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch Leather Band Movement #8.EA Case #49840 14k Yellow Gold Rectangular Case 22 mm Wide (24 mm w/ Crow...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Hampton Ref 65488 Stainless Steel Ladies' wristwatch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Hampton Reference Number: 65488 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 22 ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulova Gold Filled Watch with Original Box and Bracelet 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tortue Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 27mm...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Bulova 14k White Gold Women's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Accents Black Cord
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova 14k White Gold Women's Dress Watch w/ Diamond Accents Black Cord Movement #5AR 23 Jewels Case #308098 14k White Gold Case w/ Diamond Accents 14 mm i...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baume & Mercier Classic 97266 in yellow gold w/ a black dial 31.5mm Quartz watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Baume & Mercier Classic in 18k with original diamond dial on leather strap with BM plaque tang buckle. Quartz. 31.5 mm case size. Ref 97266. Fine Pre-owned Baume & Mercier Watch. Cer...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10160 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10160 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 134216 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Promesse Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Hampton 65447 Stainless Steel w/ Black dial 30mm Automatic watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Baume & Mercier Hampton in stainless steel on a white leather strap with deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 46 mm length (lug to lug) by 30 mm width case size. Ref 654...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Geneve Hampton Date Ladies Stainless steel Watch Boxed
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Baume & Mercier Model: Geneve Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :25mm diameter (excluding crown ) ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Baume & Mercier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Quartz movement Wristwatch. The watch features a round gold dial with hour and minute hands and round diamonds set at each hour. Set arou...
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1990s Italian Retro Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Capeland Estate Watch - 65435
Located in Miami, FL
This iconic Capeland 65435 watch by Baume & Mercier is a perfect combination of timeless elegance and modern luxury. The Estate Collection timepiece boasts a striking mother of pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis Steel Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis Steel Wristwatch Leather Automatic XL, Silver ligne guilloche deco dial black cowhide leather bracelet. Automatic movement. S...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Baume & Mercier - Capeland Shelby Cobra - Men
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
**** Blue Dial, Automatic , 44mm, Original Box Brand: Baume & Mercier (Guaranteed Authentic) Model:Capeland Shelby Cobra Gender: Men's Metal: Steel Case Size: 44mm excluding winding...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Bulova Rubaiyat White Ceramic Steel MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 98R265
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Bulova Rubaiyat 35mm White Ceramic Steel MOP Dial Quartz Ladies Watch 98R265. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Quartz (Battery) Movement And Features: Round Stainless St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Watches

Materials

Steel

Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10182 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10182 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 133841 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Promesse Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Baume & Mercier Classique 905367 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Baume & Mercier Classique 905367 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 129517 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Classique Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Estate Baume & Mercier Round Diamond Watch in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Baume and Mercier white diamond round watch in platinum. Good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds. Handmade with great attention to detail. Wrist size 6.5".
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulova Accutron Mirador Diamond Pave Bezel and Dial Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
BULOVA ACCUTRON Mirador Stainless steel case white ceramic bracelet with stainless steel accents Fixed diamond pave bezel Diamond pave dial with luminous hands No markers The Bulova ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Baume & Mercier Lapis Dial Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A 36mm yellow gold mens Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a lapis dial, a date aperture and a yellow gold bezel. The watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, a self-wind...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova Women's Vintage 14k White Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Gray Cord Band Movement #6:TA-41988 14k White Gold Case w/ Sapphire and Diamond Accents 17 mm...
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20th Century American Art Deco Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940S Bulova 10K Rolled Gold Plated Wristwatch
Located in London, GB
Crafted during the 1940s, the Bulova 10k Rolled Gold Plate M3 Wristwatch boasts a champagne dial face, oval-shaped Snap case back, and a sleek bracelet stra...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding 'Automatic' Men's Watch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bulova 14k Yellow Gold Vintage 1956 Self Winding (Automatic) Men's Watch Movement #: 11ACAC Case #: B765939 14K Yellow Gold Case w/ Crown Case diameter = 35 mm (37 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 41 mm Lug-to-Lug Width = 17 mm Thickness = 6 mm Beige Dial with Gold Tic Marks and Minute & Hour Hands Labeled "Bulova Self Winding...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis ref 8444 Mens Chronograph Rectangle Quartz Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated Baume & Mercier Hampton Milleis ref 8444 Gents' Wristwatch is in great condition & in excellent working order It features: An extra large Stainless Steel Rectan...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Men's 10k Gold-Filled Bulova Accutron Watch Movement 214 w/ Original Box
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Round 10k Gold-Filled Case w/ Crown on Reverse Includes Revolutionary Accutron Tuning Fork Movement 214 34 mm in Diameter Lug-to-Lug Distance = 41 mm Thickness = 12 mm Champagne Dia...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Bulova Classic 14k White Gold Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage ladies Bulova in 14k white gold. Manual Circa 1940s. Fine Pre-owned Bulova Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Bulova Classic watch is made...
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1940s Vintage Watches

Materials

White Gold

Baume & Mercier Vintage 14K Gold Leather Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Baume & Mercier Vintage Geneve Swiss Made 14K Gold Case Golden Dial Gold Markers and hands Gold Crown with Blue Cabochon Case approx. 31mm x 22mm Brown Leather Band Approx. 9.2" tota...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Bulova Manual Wristwatch Ref W4282
Located in Surfside, FL
Unisex Bulova gold fill case & bezel with hooded lugs on a leather leather band. Manual wind 17 jewel movement. Circa 1940's. Fine Pre-owned Bulova Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Bulova watch...
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1940s Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Men's Vintage Φ Baume & Mercier 14k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch Black Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Men's Vintage Φ Baume & Mercier 14k Yellow Gold Quartz Watch Black Leather Band Model #65130 Case #1090687 14k Yellow Gold Case w/ Sapphire ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier, 18 Karat Gold and Malachite Ladies Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Berlin, DE
Baume & Mercier, 18 Karat Gold and Malachite Ladies Bracelet Wristwatch 18 kt., mechanical movement, signed Baume & Mercier. Beautiful ladies watch...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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