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Watches For Sale
Creator: Tiffany & Co.
Creator: Bucherer
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tesoro Quartz Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
By Tiffany & Co. for the Tesoro Collection, in minty condition, this fine wrist watch is in eighteen karat 750 yellow gold with an easy to read white dial and gold match stick marker...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mark Coupe Resonator 18k Gold Ladies Watch 40pt Diamond Bezel
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant and well-made ladies' Tiffany & Co. Resonator wrist watch by Mark Coupe features a 21mm solid 18k yellow gold cushion shaped case decorated wit...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k Tiffany & Co Watch Mesh Band Solid Yellow Gold Ladies Award Signed
Located in Greer, SC
Vintage 14k Tiffany & Co. ladies watch with an elegant mesh band, created in solid 14k yellow gold with a sapphire color glass crown. This wonderfu...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany& co Round Brass Quartz Alarm 3.5''
Located in New York, NY
3.5" VINTAGE TIFFANY & CO. ROUND BRASS SWISS QUARTZ ALARM CLOCK. TOTAL MEASURES 3.5" x 3.5'' . EXCELENT CONDITION LIKE NEW, WITHOUT SCRATCHES, OR DAMAGES. COMES WITH TIFFANY& CO POUCH.
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1990s Watches

Bucherer Vintage in yellow gold with a Black dial 23mm Manual watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Bucherer in 18k and trapezoid shaped case with textured design bezel with a black dial set with applied stick hour markers on a leather strap on a gold fill tang buckle. Manual. Circa 1960s. Fine Pre-owned Bucherer Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Bucherer Vintage watch...
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1960s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Cushion Shaped Diamond and Ruby Bezel Watch in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant champagne dial 14K Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. wristwatch with a cushion shaped diamond bezel, is set with 2 brilliant rubies at the 12 o'clock, 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock, an...
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1970s American Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Chronograph Classical S/Steel Quartz 35mm Mens' Watch, c2000 +
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Tiffany & Co Chronograph Classical Mens' Wristwatch features: S/Steel Case that measures 35mm (not including crown) x 42mm (from lug to lug) with eye-catching & recognisable Patek ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel

Bucherer Tank Watch Gold Plate Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Bucherer Swiss Made Watch from the 1970s: A vintage masterpiece. This watch features a 33 x 38mm gold-plated tank-style case, a gold dial with Roman numerals, sapphir...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire And Diamond Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. watch is both dainty and dazzling, with its elegant, slim design accented by an array of sparkling sapphires and diamonds. The watch's case and bracelet ...
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20th Century Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold Manual pocket watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Tiffany & Co. decoratively engraved hunter case pocket watch in 18k yellow gold. 35mm case size. Engraved with "M".Manual wind movement under glass. Fine Pre-owned Tiffany & Co. Watc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Midcentury Diamond Ruby Gold Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Mid century Tiffany & CO 14k gold watch, with fabric band and non gold buckle. Case measures 13mm excl crown x 41mm. Band is 6.5" long. Case decorated with diamonds and rubies. Gruen...
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20th Century American Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Tiffany Watch by Concord, Malachite Dial (28mm)
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies vintage Tiffany watch made by Concord. Circa 1960. The case is stamped 18k on the edge of the case and the inside. The case size is 28mm w...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer Automatic Vintage Chronometer (Cert) Dresswatch. Plexiglass, c1970's.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage Bucherer automatic features a gold capped stainless steel case of 25mm inc crown, 40.5mm lug to lug, screw down case back, plexiglas and dial with applied Bucherer logo, ...
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1970s Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co Vintage Dresswatch, Manual Wind, Circ 1960's.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage Tiffany & Co features an unusual 18k case (34mm inc crown by 35mm lug to lug) with brushed effect and sunburst silver dial. The dial is signed Tiffany & co, 17 jewels inc...
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1960s Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co. Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the timeless Tiffany 1950's 14KT Gold Watch with a 32mm round case, a true symbol of refined luxury. This exquisite timepiece features a sop...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bucherer Tank Watch with 18K Yellow Gold Case By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Step into sophistication with the Vintage 1960s Bucherer Watch with 18K yellow gold case by CARTIER. This exquisite timepiece is a testament to the elegance of a bygone era. Crafted...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Money Clip
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Money Clip Metal: 925 sterling silver Measurements: 1.25" x 1.10" Total Weight: 17 Grams Stamped: "925" "Tiffany & Co." "Elsa P...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bucherer Alarm Watch Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Bucherer 1970s Large Stainless Steel Alarm Watch, a striking timepiece that exudes vintage charm and functionality. Encased in a robust stainless steel barrel-shaped ...
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1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Calatrava 14K Yellow Gold Movado Factories Movement
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Tiffany & Co. 1950's circa watch, boasting a 34mm 14KT gold large round case with teardrop lugs. Its silver dial is adorned with gold markers and features a sub-dial ...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Tank 18K Yellow Gold By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Tiffany 1950's 14KT Yellow Gold Watch – a vintage gem with a 26x35mm square case. The white dial features gold markers and a sub-dial se...
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1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bucherer 1960's Tonneau Gold Filled Automatic Watch with Date
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautifully designed Bucherer tonneau shaped women's watch from the 1960's. This watch is powered by an ETA caliber 2551 21 jewel four adjustment movement. This would be co...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Tiffany & Co. Universal Geneve Rose Gold Wristwatch, 1950
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18k rose gold Universal Geneve wristwatch. Universal Geneve had a partnership with Tiffany during the late 1940’s and 1950’s. During th...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Art Deco Bucherer Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco period Bucherer diamond, platinum, 14K white gold bracelet watch of diminutive form. Early 20th Century Mini watches have graced some fabulous wrists over the years- Queen Elizabeth II wore one for her coronation, Princess Diana was often photographed with a beautiful diamond one and a number of Hollywood celebrities have chosen a mini for their red carpet appearances. These minute jewels were designed as beautiful bracelets so that the wearer could discretely check the time. They required tiny, precise mechanisms and were revolutionary for their time. As with all of the best classics, the mini watch is on trend today- Hermes offers...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Watch, circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time to the glamour of the 1950s with this exquisite Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond Watch. Crafted circa 1950, this horological treasure is a testament to the craftsmansh...
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the bezel. F...
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1920s Swiss Edwardian Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Company Men’s Wrist Watch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Tiffany & Company Men’s Wrist Watch. It depicts an 18K gold round case with whitish grey color dial that has Roman numerals and black color ...
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20th Century Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co 18Kt Gold Pendant Watch with Gold Chain from 1912 Enamel Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Tiffany & Co STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pendant Watch & Chain METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1912 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 29mm...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bucherer Stainless Steel Ladies Sport Watch in New Old Stock Condition 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bucherer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Sport Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Diameter 22mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered Dial with Baton Markers / Blued Steel Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 10mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This great looking ladies sport watch...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Auto Mark Coupe Watch (33mm x 39mm)
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's Tiffany & Co. Mark Coupe wristwatch. The stainless steel case measures 33mm by 39mm. Automatic movement with date display, 21 jewels. Runs well. There is a sapphire crystal on ...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Mesh Band Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1970’s 14k yellow gold Baume and Mercier 17 jewel watch with mesh gold band retailed by Tiffany & Co. A jeweler can shorten the band or make it longer w...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Blue Enamel Pendant Watch, Watch does run watch and case are both signed enamel is pristine, watch is 29 mm This is a real nice piece, watch shows sign...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Hamilton for Tiffany & Co Dresswatch, 14K Yellow Gold, Cal 982 Mmt, Year 1941.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage art deco Hamilton for Tiffany & Co., features a case of 22mm across, 39mm lug to lug and 8.6mm deep. The case is stamped Hamilton & co Lancaster PA 14k gold, S&W (Schwab & Wuischpard), the movement is a cal.982 19 jewels signed Hamilton USA and with a J2 *** serial , dating production to c. 1941. The original art deco dial is signed Tiffany & Co. This is a Hamilton Brock (style), made for Tiffany and co, and the case back is engraved "David Cook 1943". In this period, Hamilton in house movements, like this calibre 982, were highly considered, being of American manufacture and would, by Tiffany & Co, have been selected amongst the world's greatest to be sold as a Tiffany. Of note equally, this particular watch was presented (given the case back) during the second world war period, and is a one hundred percent American watch: movement, case and jeweller. A very rare item, the condition belies its age. Today, it would be equally suitable as a gentleman's dress watch or ladies statement piece, a new leather strap with gold tone tang buckle has been fitted. A presentation box will also be included at point of sale. A truly unrepeatable 1940s wristwatch...
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1940s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Bucherer Vintage Manual Wind Watch 16.5mm
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies Bucherer 18k white gold vintage wristwatch. Bucherer is known as a famous jewelry designer. The 17 jewel manual wind movement runs well. Wind 5 ...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Bucherer Oval Manual Watch Yellow Gold Plated
Located in London, GB
Vintage Bucherer Oval Manual Watch Yellow Gold Plated Vintage Bucherer oval manual watch in Yellow Gold plated come on a 30" overall length of Yellow Gold plated chain In full workin...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bucherer 24mm 18k Gold Women’s Wrist Watch. Stunning vintage watch made in 18k solid gold 25.5mm with crown. The watch is Swiss made and o...
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1980s Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer Gold-Plated Alarm Watch Automatic "Memomatic" w/ Leather Band 2980 Date
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bucherer Gold-Plated Alarm Watch Automatic "Memomatic" w/ Leather Band 2980 Date Movement #2980 Serial #30590XX Case #9751 Gold-Plated Tonneau Ca...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand 60558272 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand 60558272 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold SKU: 135274 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Cocktail 2-Hand Country of Origin: Switzerland Moveme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. 14k Square Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band and Box
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Men's Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Original Box Movement #9255 Case #392906 14k Yellow Gold Square Case 26 mm Wide (27 mm w/ Crown) 27 mm Long Lug-to-Lug...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Gents Tiffany & Co. Quartz Movement Wrist Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly classic Tiffany & Co. quartz movement men's wrist watch epitomizes the luxury and elegance that Tiffany is perennially associated with. It is large, measuring a full 1 1/2...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Watch
Located in Vaughan, CA
Crafted by Tiffany & Co this watch is part of their Atlas collection which is modelled after the clock that is found in front of the flagship store in NYC. Made of Stainless Steel wi...
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Early 2000s Watches

Bucherer Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Bucherer Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch. Circa 1990. Total weight: 31.31 grams. We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
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1990s Swiss Anglo-Indian Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mark Resonator Atlas 27mm Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & Co Mark Resonator Atlas Watch 27mm Case Water Resistant Stainless Steel case Original Leather Strap Box included This beautiful pre-loved watc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Bucherer Automatic 18Kt Gold Art Deco Wrist Watch with Original Black Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bucherer STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 33mm MOVEMENT / C...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Women's Watch w/ Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Women's Watch w/ Leather Band Movement #2412 18k Yellow Gold Round Case 16 mm in Diameter (18 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 19 mm Lug-to-L...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer Paradiso 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Ladies Watch
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous Bucherer Paradiso 28mm Ladies Watch. This piece is in 18K Yellow Gold and Features 47 Brilliant Diamonds and two Triangular Shaped, Cabochon Cut Sapphires. Estimated diamond...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer Alacria Princess 00.10703.07.77.21 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Stee
Located in New York, NY
Bucherer Alacria Princess 00.10703.07.77.21 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Stee SKU: 131559 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Bucherer Model: Alacria Princess Country of Origin: Switzerland ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cuervo & Sobrinos Sterling Silver Campaign Style by Concord Watch Co. circa 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Concord Watch Co. for Cuervo & Sobrinos STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Company White Gold and Diamond Atlas Collection Ladies Quartz Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Tiffany & Company 18K White Gold Atlas Collection Wrist Watch, 21 X 21 MM Water Resistant case, Quartz Movement. Silvered Dial. Raised Roman Numerals inner Bezel and outer...
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Early 2000s American Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Women's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Women's Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band Movement #6650 Case #4306T 18k Yellow Gold Rectangular Case 13 mm Wide (15 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 25 ...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bucherer Alacria Princess 00.10703.07.77.21 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Stee
Located in New York, NY
Bucherer Alacria Princess 00.10703.07.77.21 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Stee SKU: 131559 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Bucherer Model: Alacria Princess Country of Origin: Switzerland ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Bucherer Classic 18k Yellow Gold Wind Bracelet Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Bucherer 18k yellow gold "Bark"manual wind bracelet watch with hinged dial cover. Manual wind. 7.5 inch length. 15 mm case and bracelet widt...
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1960s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany Art Deco Pocket Watch By Audemars Piguet
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful and rare octagon shaped pocket by Audemars Piguet for Tiffany. Rare in platinum and retaining original box. Case hallmarked, with owner's initials in yellow gold, 18 jewe...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Opal Dial Vintage Watch
Located in New York, NY
Quartz movement, opal dial and crown, round diamonds, 18k yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co., Swiss made, Germany, numbered Size/Dimensions: case 23.35 mm, 15.5 cm (61/8 in) Gross We...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Quartz Square Watch Stainless Steel W/ Date
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Quartz Square Watch Stainless Steel w/ Date Movement #256041 Case #820.1007/940293352 Stainless Steel Atlas Case Features Roman Numeral Bezel 29 mm Wide (31 mm w...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Hamilton retailed by Tiffany & Co. in 14k yellow gold. Made in the USA. Manual w/ subseconds. Crica 1920. Fine Pre-owned Tiffany & Co. Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Tiffany & Co...
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1920s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. by Concord Sterling Silver Art Deco Hand Hammered 8 Day Clock 1930
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Concord for Tiffany & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Hand Hammered / Art Deco 8 Day Travel Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA ...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Tiffany French 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Back Wind Cocktail Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant French, Tiffany ladies wristwatch with UTI movement, is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold and is bark finished over it's entire surface, including it's oval dial, whi...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Antique Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch w/ White Dial Including Blue Hands & Dedicated Second Dial 18k Gold Case Black Roman Numerals Case Serial # 122508 Tiffany & Co. Movement...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Gold, 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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