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Watches For Sale
Creator: Patek Philippe
Creator: Bulova
Victorian Patek Philippe Gold Lapel Watch Pocket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Patek Philippe lapel/pocket watch that would be definitely a conversational piece. It was created in Switzerland in the 1900s. Made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold. The movement is original Patek Philippe manual...
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Victorian Antique Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 5030G White Gold Automatic Tonneau Shape Watch, Circa 2000
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 5030G; Automatic Tonneau shaped watch. The watch is made in 18K Whte gold and is fitted with an 315 SC caliber movement # 3016886 case# 4116482. The ...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Blue Dial With Extract Manual Watch 18k White Gold 3799-1 Men’s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Patek Philippe Manual 18k White Gold Ref No. 3799-1
100% Authentic Vintage Patek Phillip
Recently serviced, comes with 2 years guarantee...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 1566J Square Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This 1566J Patek Philippe vintage square watch features large fancy lugs and a 18K yellow gold measuring 26 x 26 mm, with 10"-200 ...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/1 in 18k Yellow Gold with Custom Diamond Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Patek Philippe
Series: Nautilus
Ref No.: 3800/1
Movement: Mechanical (Self-Winding)
Case Shape: Cushion-Shaped, Square Down Crown
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Case Size:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Watch, circa 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. for Tiffany & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm x Diame...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Nautilus Rose Gold Stainless Steel Blue Dial Mens Watch 5980/1AR
Located in Aventura, FL
5980/1AR - Patek Philippe Nautilus Self winding With the rounded octagonal shape of its bezel, the ingenious porthole construction...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18kt Gold Men's Watch
Located in Braintree, GB
Patek Philippe Manual Winding Porcelain Dial 18kt gold watch.
Comes with certificate and Patek Philippe travel pouch.
Date of Purchase on Certificate: 2001
Movement: Manual Winding, 1866233/4065435
Calibre: 215
Case Size: 29 mm
Movement: Manual Winding
Wrist Size: 22 cm (Adjustable)
Weight: 57.70 grams total
Strap Buckle: 18KT Gold Patek Philippe Buckle
Bracelet Material: Original Patek Philippe Leather...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava Wristwatch Ref. 1584
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k on a brown alligator strap with handsome toned original vintage dial. Manual w/ subseconds with vintage original box. 34 m...
Category
1940s Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Complications Chronograph Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch 5070J-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Patek Philippe Complications Chronograph Yellow Gold Hand Wind Watch 5070J-001. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Manual) Mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Patek Philippe 2457J Calatrava Watch Circa 1957
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This 2457J vintage Patek Philippe watch is made in 18K yellow gold features a 27 SC sweep second hand movement and new croco...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Diamond Nautilus Automatic Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Men’s Patek Philippe Nautilus 40.5mm 18k Rose gold. Custom made pave diamond bezel, diamond dial, diamond hour markers, diamond lugs and di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swazi Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe 5230G World Time Complications White Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Model 5230G World Time Complications. Manufactured in 2021.
18k White Gold, 39 millimeter case with sapphire crystal glass and case back.
Patek Philippe 240 HU movement with 33 jewels.
Grey guilloche dial with concentric chapter ring calibrated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe Travel Time 18k Gold White Dial Hand-Wind Men Watch 5034G
Located in New York, NY
Small Stain on the Inner Leather Strap. Pre-owned Patek Philippe Travel Time 18k White Gold Black Crocodile Strap Men's Watch 5034G This Bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Patek Philippe Gondolo Gemma N 18k White Gold with Diamond Paved Case
Located in Surfside, FL
Elegant Patek Philippe Gondolo Gemma in 18k white gold diamond case and lugs on a leather strap with Patek Philippe 18k tang buckle. Quart...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
White Gold
Bulova Diamond MOP Sticks Dial Two-Tone Steel Quartz Ladies Watch 98R144
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
This new Bulova is a beautiful ladies timepiece that is powered by quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape face, white dial and has hand stic...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Patek Philippe 1559R, Rose Gold, Original Certificate Not Polished, Circa 1947
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 1559R, 18 Karat rose gold large rectangular watch measuring 39 x 23 mm with original rose salmon dial, raised rose gold indexes and hands. The watch was made in 1947 and is fitted with a 9" 90 caliber movement # 839318 / 645636. The case has not been polished with original crystal, original crown strong hallmarks. The watch is accompanied with its original certificate of origin, Patek vintage...
Category
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Dress Style with Original Blue Dial, circa 1990
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie
STYLE / REFERENCE: Square / Reference 4183
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1990's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 33mm X Width 25mm
M...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Manual Wristwatch
Located in Bethesda, MD
This Patek Philippe Tiffany & Co wristwatch has been meticulously restored.
Ref:1432, Case No.627282, Movement No.900802,Dial #939665 Circa 1940
18-jewel manual wind movement adju...
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref. 5164A-001
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time Model 5164A-001.
40mm Stainless steel case with black dial with a date aperture at the 6 o'clock mark.
Automatic movement.
Caliber 324 S C FUS; 29 jewels; 45 hour power reserve.
Original Patek Philippe rubber strap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 2435J Vintage Rectangular Watch, Unusual Large Lugs, Circa 1948
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2435J rectangular shaped 18K yellow gold watch, made in 1948. The watch measures 25 x 40mm. The case design is with a flared case with large half roun...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1432J Art Deco Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This 1432J Patek Philippe Art Deco watch features tear drop lugs and crocodile strap or with a one of your choice of color.
Date...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 4910G-001 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Patek Philippe Twenty-4 4910G-001 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
SKU: 114765
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Patek Philippe
Model: Twenty-4
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Q...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold
Lieutenant Colonel Owned Patek Philippe 1906 18ct Gold Pocket Watch
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1906 Patek Philippe 18ct gold pocket watch with archive extract detailing the movement and origins of the piece which was retailed th...
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Bulova USA Watch Co. Platinum Doctors Wristwatch with Diamond Dial
By Bulova
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco Bulova Platinum Doctors Wrist Watch with Diamond dial.
The watch comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Category
20th Century Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Patek Philippe 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, sold by W. Lennartz-Michels
Located in Berlin, DE
Patek Philippe Gold Pocket Watch, Arabic Enamel Dial
Slight signs of wear due to age on the case.
Hands possibly replaced.
Diameter ...
Category
19th Century Antique Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Patek Philippe 565J Water Resistant Calatrava Watch, Circa 1946
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 565J Vintage Calatrava in 18K yellow gold, Breguet dial, water resistant screw down back. This example not polished or restored, ori...
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5712G
Located in Aventura, FL
With the rounded octagonal shape of its bezel, the ingenious porthole construction of its case, and its horizontally embossed dial, the Nautilus has epitomized the elegant sports wat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Patek Philippe 5107J Automatic Calatrava Watch, circa 2003
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 5107J 37mm Automatic Calatrava watch, made in 18K Yellow gold with 315 SC caliber movement #3252717, Case #4233479. The watch is accompanied with an Patek Philippe strap and Patek buckle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 5120G Extra Thin Automatic Calatrava Watch White Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 5120G Extra Thin Automatic Calatrava. The watch was made in 2004, and is made in 18K white gold. The watch measures...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Patek Philippe 2526J 1st Automatic Calatrava Watch circa 1956 "Hausmann" Rome
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 2526J watch is considered to be the ultimate Vintage Patek Calatrava watch. It has an Original Porcelain ena...
Category
1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Hour Glass 2468 Silver Dial Watch
Located in London, GB
This 22 mm vintage Patek Philippe Hour Glass in yellow gold is in fine condition. Features a silvered dial with a small seconds display at 6 ...
Category
20th Century Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 3604/2 Cushion Shape Automatic Gold Bracelet Watch, 1977
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe 3604/2 Cushion shape Automatic winding 18 karat gold bracelet watch, The watch measures 36 x 35 mm with a attached Patek herringbon...
Category
1970s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold
Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Water Resistant Calatrava Rose Gold Watch Circa 1949
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 565R Vintage Calatrava in 18K Rose gold, Arabic numeral dial, water resistant screw down back. This example is not ove...
Category
1940s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Men's Bracelet Watch with Gold Dial, from 1973
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Oval Bracelet Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold
CIRCA: 1973
DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 30mm
MOVEMENT / ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe 2443J Rectangular Watch, Circa 1953
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2443J rectangular shaped watch measuring 40 x 26 mm, and made in 18K yellow gold. The watch is fitted with 9"...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 2479J Curved Domed Rectangular Watch with Stepped Case Circa 1950
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 2479J Curved Rectangular watch with Stepped case and half hooded lugs. The watch is made in18K yellow gold and measuring 39 ...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Bulova Accutron 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Watch I 704679
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
BULOVA ACCUTRON 14K YELLOW GOLD VINTAGE WATCH I 704679
-Vintage. Sold as is. Scratches on the crystal and the case back
-14k Yellow Gold
-Case size: 33m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Ladies Vintage Bulova White Gold .25 Carat Natural Diamond Manual Cocktail Watch
By Bulova
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Ladies Collectable Bulova 14k White Gold with approximately 0.25 carat of Natural Diamond Manual Wind Cocktail Watch.
It is set with 18 natural color...
Category
1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulova 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, 1950s
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K gold Bulova Watch, this watch has had little use over it's years, Black Leather band. Measures Luge to Luge 38.6 mm or 1.5 in Width 31.97 ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1530A Rectangular Watch, circa 1948
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 1530A Vintage rectangular stainless steel watch with fancy tear drop lugs, circa 1948. The case is made of Stainless Steel and measures 36 x 24 mm with silver dial and raised steel hour markers and Roman numerals. The watch comes with a 9"90 caliber movement #971184, case #651619.
Date & Paperwork:
The watch was made in 1948, confirmed with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale in 1949. Additionally, the watch comes with a one year movement guarantee.
Essay:
The 1530 was in production from 1942 to1950, available in yellow gold, pink gold and a very small number were made in stainless steel.
Specifications:
- Year: 1948
- Movement Caliber: 9"90
- Case Diameter: 36 x 24 mm
- Case Thickness: 6mm
About Us:
At Patek Monger...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Gubelin Gold Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k gold Patek Philippe for Gubelin lady's watch. Case measures 20mm x 18mm, with gold ribbed dial, signed by Patek Philippe and Gubelin. Bracelet is 6" long, clasp bears PP ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Men's Bulova Accutron 14 Karat
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bulova
Vintage Accutron
Automatic Movement
Working and tested
14kt. Yellow gold
46.4 grams.
33 X 40mm case
Condition:
Watch has been inspected & approved for working...
Category
Late 20th Century American Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulova Ladies Yellow Gold Art Deco Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Bulova
Located in Stamford, CT
Ladies 14k yellow gold Bulova wristwatch. Watch bracelet consists of floral stamped links with a 4mm gold ball attached to each side. 10.5mm bezel wi...
Category
Early 20th Century Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Early Yellow Gold Art Deco Square Tank Watch, circa 1912
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Early Patek Philippe 1912 square Tank style watch in 18K yellow gold case with applied gold Breguet numerals on the dial. The watch measures 32 x 25mm with wide 20mm lugs. The watch is fitted with a 10"' line caliber movement #168043 / case# 289457.
Date & Paperwork:
The watch was made in 1912 and cased in 1925, confirmed with an extract from the archives confirming its date of manufacture and further sale. Additionally, the watch comes with a one year movement guarantee.
Specifications:
- Year: 1912
- Movement: Manual wind 10"' line caliber
About Us:
At Patek Monger...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Bulova Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Manual Wind Watch
By Bulova
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / "Curvex"
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm X Width 21mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Watches
Patek Philippe 2551J Calatrava Watch, circa 1957
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 2551J "Disco Volante" automatic Calatrava is made in 18K yellow gold. The watch measures 36mm in diameter, powere...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 2551J Calatrava Watch, circa 1955
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 2551J "Disco Volante" automatic Calatrava is made in 18K yellow gold. The watch measures 36mm in diameter, powere...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Tortue Quartz Dress Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tortue Shape / Reference 3870-2
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Width 27mm
CIRCA: 1980's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Quartz / 6 Jewels / High Grade
DIAL / HANDS: Original / Gilt, Diamonds
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 17mm Black Alligator / Medium Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement.
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This modern wrist watch is fitted with Patek Philippe's highest grade hand made quartz movement. The finishing work on the plates is of the same quality as their mechanical watches and the wheels and pinions are made to the same standards. You simply do not have to wind this watch, but it certainly is just as fine as their mechanical watches. This is great watch...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watches
Patek Philippe Tegola "Hour Glass" 1593 Platinum Silver Dial Manual Watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Very fine & rare vintage Patek Philippe Tegola "Hour Glass" in platinum with factory diamond dial in platinum on an elegant custom platinum...
Category
1950s Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum, Silver
Patek Philippe 1431J Square Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 1431J vintage square watch 37 x 27mm is fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #951699. The Watch is made in 1...
Category
1940s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Large Round Bracelet / Ref. 2584
METAL / MATERIAL: 18k Solid Rose Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 36mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 36 Jewels / Cal. 12-600 AT
CIRCA: 1956
DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered Dial / Baton Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Barecelet 19cm / 7.5" Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This extremely rare watch is full size and comes with an original Patek Philippe signed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 2526J Automatic 18 Karat Yellow Box Service Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Reference Number: 2526J
Year: Estimated the 1950's
Model: Calatrava
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: Brown Leather, Brand New Band
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: White
Face:...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 544A Stainless Steel Hooded Calatrava Watch
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 544A Vintage stainless steel Calatrava. Circa 1940, The watch is made with hooded lugs and measures 34 x 37mm in diameter and fitted with a 12-120 PS cal...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Ladies Gondolo Ref 4824G 18 Karat White Gold Box and Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Reference Number: 4824G
Year: 2003
Model: Gondolo
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: Dark Purple
Bezel: 18K White Gold
Dial: Ivory
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 22mm x 29mm
Includes:
-Patek Box...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 2536J Calatrava Watch 36mm Unusual Lugs Circa 1954
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This rare and unusual Patek Philippe 2536J Calatrava watch features a 36mm case with large wide curved lugs. The watch is fitted with a 12"400 caliber manual wind move...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Greenwich, CT
This timepiece features a manually wound movement (18 jewels) with indications for the Hours, Minutes and Central Seconds. The case measures 34mm in diameter and it has a total thickness of 11mm including the domed acrylic crystal. The watch comes with a red Patek Philippe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 2458J Massive Vintage 36mm Calatrava Watch Circa 1949
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Patek Philippe 2458J vintage Calatrava watch is made in 18K yellow gold, measuring 36 mm in diameter and fitted with a 12"-1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
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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