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Watches For Sale
Creator: Baume & Mercier
Creator: Ebel
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

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...
Category

1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Baume and Mercier .17 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
This is an elegant 14k yellow gold Baume and Mercier ladies wristwatch with a 32 round bright white diamond bezel, 4 single cut diamond mother of pearl diamond dial, mesh bracelet, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ebel Sportwave 883909 in yellow gold with a Cream dial 31mm Quartz watch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Sportwave in 18k yellow gold with cream dial set with yelow gold applied Roman numerals. Quartz w/ sweep seconds and date. 31 mm case size. Ref 883909. Fine Pre-owned Ebel Watch...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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

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

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

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 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

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...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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 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

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

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

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

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

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...
Category

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...
Category

1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ebel Sports Classic Wave 183909 Date 18k Gold Steel 32MM Watch
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Ebel Sportwave Classic Wave 18kt 750 Gold Steel Ref 181909 Comes With Original Box - Travel Case Brand: Ebel Model: Sportwave Classic Wave Reference Number: 181909 Country Of Ma...
Category

1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k 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...
Category

2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless 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

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...
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...
Category

20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies 32mm Midsize Quartz Watch 884960
By Ebel
Located in Dallas, TX
Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies 32mm Midsize Quartz Watch 884960 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case (32mm diameter). Ivory colored dial with gold Roman numerals; date a...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

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 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 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

Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn, Lady's Ebel Beluga Grande Steel Diamond Bracelet Watch, quartz movement, silver dial, blue hands, date window, deployant clasp, 36 full cut round diamonds on c...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage Ebel 11 Carat Multi-Cut Diamond & Platinum Manual Wind Secret Watch
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ebel Diamond and Platinum Bracelet With A Hidden Manual Wind Watch. Set in platinum, with over 11 carats in mixed cut natural diamonds. This vint...
Category

1940s Swiss Artisan Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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...
Category

Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Ebel Cocktail in Yellow Gold with a Champagne dial 10mm Manual watch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Vintage Cocktail watch with tourmalines and diamonds in 18k yellow gold with bark finish bracelet. Approximately 1 carat in G-H color, VS clarity dia...
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1950s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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

Ebel Brasilia E9256M32 Stainless Steel w/ Mother Of Pearl dial 27mm Quartz watch
By Ebel
Located in Surfside, FL
Ebel Brasilia in stainless steel with diamond Mother of Pearl dial. Quartz on stainless steel link bracelet, 7.25 inches. 27 mm case size. Ref E9256M32. Circa 2000s. Fine Pre-owned E...
Category

Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Orologio da Polso Ebel Sport in Acciaio con Cinturino in Pelle 1940
By Ebel
Located in Milano, IT
Orologio Vintage Ebel Sport anni '40 con movimento a carica manuale cassa mm 34 in acciaio con vetro in plastica. Cinturino in pelle con chiusura no...
Category

1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Steel

Ebel 1911 Series Carree Square Automatic E9120143 Full Set
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Ebel Model: 1911 Series Carree Reference Number: E9120143 Features: Comes With Otter Box, Travel Case(Have much wear and tears from storing it Manuals ) Country Of Manufac...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Wave Classic Wave Stainless Steel Dial Men`s Watch Full Set 42mm
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
New Ebel Wave Classic Wave Stainless Steel Dial Men`s Watch Full Set 42mm Comes With Outer Packing - Original box - warranty card and The Manual/Booklet A Must Have Timepiece for any Watch Lover/Collector!!!! Brand : Ebel Model: Classic Wave Ref: 03.3.14.1037 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Ebel Quartz Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :42mm diameter (excluding crown ) Band Type : Ebel Stainless Steel with Marked buckle Band Condition : New condition With Stickers and Tag Still On Band Size : Will Fit Wrist Up to 20.5 cm Gender: Men's Watch Condition: Open Box Never Used New...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ebel Wave Dress Wave Men's Ref. E6187932 Solid 18k Gold Bezel Sapphire Watch
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: EBEL Model: Dress Wave Reference Number: E6187932 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel & Solid 18k Gold Bezel Measurements...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Ebel Brasilia Diamond MOP Two Tone Watch
By Ebel
Located in San Fernando, CA
EBEL Brasilia Mini Case Stainless Steel Rectangle Approx. Case Dimensions 27mm X 30mm Watch Material: Stainless Steel & Gold Dial Color: Mother of Pearl with 10 Diamond markers Gold ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 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

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

Ebel Wave 03.3.14.1037 Rare Black Dial Men`s Watch Full Set 42mm
By Ebel
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Ebel Model: Classic Wave Ref: 03.3.14.1037 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Ebel Quartz Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements :42mm diameter (excluding crown ) Band Type : Ebel Stainless Steel with Marked buckle Band Condition : New condition With Stickers and Tag Still On Band Size : Will Fit Wrist Up to 20.5 cm Gender: Men's Watch Condition: Never Used New...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless 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 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...
Category

1990s Italian Retro Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Baume et Mercier Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Baume et Mercier lady's wristwatch in 18 kt yellow gold, oval dial mechanical movement. Golden background, applied baton indexes. Winder set with a sa...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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".
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket Watch
By Ebel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Vintage Ebel Gold Plated Pocket watch Material: Gold Plated Case: Diameter 36.4 mm x Thickness 9.5 mm, gold plated Dial: Goldish dial...
Category

1950s Artisan Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Ebel 18kt. Solid Gold 1911 Series with Original Dial, Buckle and Strap, 1980's
By Ebel
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ebel Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: 1911 Series / Reference 887902 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt.Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X W...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Ebel Voyager Automatic Wrist Watch in Stainless Steel & Black Leather Band
By Ebel
Located in New York, NY
This Ebel Voyager Automatic Wrist Watch was crafted in Switzerland in 1990. In durable stainless steel with original Black Leather Crocodile Patterned Ban...
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Baume & Mercier 18k Solid Yellow Gold Analog Byzantine Style Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Motivated to Sell – Please make a Fair Offer* Item specifics Condition: Pre-owned: Seller Notes: “Watch is in good working vintage condition. Includes 1-year warranty for mechanica...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k 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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