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Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Carrera y Carrera
Cartier Pasha #2324 Stainless Steel Custom Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha #2324 automatic stainless steel watch. 35mm stainless steel case, custom 2 row diamond bezel, champagne grid dial, date, on stainless steel bracelet.
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G
18kt yellow gold and stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet ...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Diamond Gold Link Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold open link watch, 9 RBC cut diamonds weight approx. 0.55 ct, GH VS, French hallmark, serial number with fist number unclear. 5752, watch length 7 1/4 inches, weight 28.8 dw...
Category
20th Century French Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Clé de Cartier 31mm 18K Rose Gold Two Tone W2CL0004 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Clé de Cartier, reference W2CL0004, is a luxurious and elegant timepiece designed for women who appreciate refined craftsmanship and timeless design. This model features ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier HPI00762 Panthere Divine Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier HPI00762 Panthere Divine Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
This stunning Cartier Panthere Divine Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Santos Dumont Model WH100751 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds Full Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Dumont Model # WH100751 Square 18k Rose Gold with Diamond Bezel and 18k Rose Gold Deployment Buckle. with Box and Papers c.2015
Made in Switzerland
Mechanical moveme...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Santos Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial.
Mechanical movement with automa...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier 18K Rose Gold Captive WG600003 Ladies Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
- **Material:** 18K Rose Gold
- **Diamonds:** Approx. 4.10ctw, VS1-VS2 clarity, E-F color
- **Strap:** Brown alligator leather with diamond-paved 18K rose gold ardillon buckle
- **Movement:** Quartz
- **Crystal:** Scratch-resistant sapphire
- **Water Resistance:** 30 meters
- **Model #:** WG600003
- **Includes:** Original Cartier box
This exquisite Cartier Captive de Cartier timepiece embodies luxury and refinement. Crafted in 18K rose gold, the watch features a sophisticated satin-finish rose gold dial, elegantly framed by a diamond-paved bezel and dial set with approximately 4.10 carats of brilliant round-cut diamonds. The scratch-resistant sapphire crystal ensures durability, while the quartz movement guarantees precision.
The brown alligator strap is secured with an 18K rose gold ardillon buckle, also set with diamonds and subtly featuring Cartier’s signature “C...
Category
20th Century French Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Anglaise XL W5310006
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
In excellent condition, a Tank Anglaise XL in stainless steel and rose gold by Cartier. The silver dial concealed with sapphire crystal features Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Cougar Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Cougar Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Water Resistant case, Quartz movement, White dial with Black Roman Numerals, Swee...
Category
1990s French Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Panther Cuff Bangle Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Featuring Cartier’s iconic feline, rich in history and elegance, the Cartier Panther, this piece is comprised of a coiled panther head bangle, made of 18k yellow gold set with radian...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027 - Quartz. Stainless steel & Rose Gold case (38 mm ). Silvered opaline dial with blue steel hands and Roman...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Cartier Pasha Automatic in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18kt yellow gold case with a brown leather strap. Fixed 18kt yellow gold bezel. Arabic numerals mark the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o'clock positions. Automatic movement and water resistant. 8 s...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rare Slim Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1940
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier. A Rare Slim 18ct yellow Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch with a matching gold and enamel dress chain C1940.
Dial: The superb two-tone silver engine turned dial features Roma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rare Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm Red Dial Steel Ladies Automatic Watch 3489
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Super rare red dial. Comes with an original box but no papers.
🕰️ General Information
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Model: Ballon Bleu
Model ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Panthere Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Extra Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami
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Designer: Cartier
Collection: Panthere de Cartier
Movement: Quartz
Case Size: 28 mm
Stones: Round Brilliant Cut...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Trinity Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Trinity Tricolor Face. White, Gold and Rose Gold.
Sapphire Cabochon Crown.
Condition: Comes with Cartier case. Wear consist...
Category
1990s Modern Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k White Gold & Diamond Watch WE9006Z3 3004
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k White Gold & Diamond Watch WE9006Z3 3004 - Automatic winding. 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial wi...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Cartier Art Deco Guillotine Purse Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Originally created as a purse watch, this "Guillotine" purse watch (montre de sac à guillotine) by Cartier is an extremely rare find and in a class all its...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879
This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement war...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE900851 Unisex Watch in Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE900851 Unisex Watch in Rose Gold
SKU: 111516
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Mechanical: Auto...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos Galbée Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Pasha de Cartier Yellow Gold Moonphase Calendar Chronograph Watch, 1986
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Pasha de Cartier" 18k Moon Phase Calendar Watch, year 1986.
18k solid yellow gold, with quartz movement in working order, Swiss made; marked Cartier, 1986, 0181, 30002 on th...
Category
1980s French Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men's Watch W6920059
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men's Watch W6920059 - Manual winding. Platinum Fluted Crown Set With Blue Sapphire ( 46 mm ). Blue dial with Roman numerals. Blue Cartier leather p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Cartier Pasha White Gold Fully Loaded Diamond Set Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stunning ladies 32mm Pasha wristwatch, crafted in 18k white gold by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with white gold arabic numbers and a date display. Complimenting the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch W20012C4
This watch is in like new condition. It has been customized recently, professionally polished and...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier White Gold Tortue Mechanical Watch with Factory Diamonds 2497
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model #2497
Movement #430 MC
18k White Gold Tonneau Case
NOTE: Very minor scratches on sapphire crystal.
Features Factory Collection Quality Diamonds All around Bezel and Lugs
Case Width = 33 mm (37 mm w/ Diamond Culet Crown)
Case Length = 33 mm
Lug-to-Lug Distance = 43 mm
Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm
Thickness = 7 mm
Cream Guilloche Dial with Black Roman Numerals and Cobalt Blue Hands (M + H)
27 mm Wide
27 mm Long
Original Cartier 18k White Gold Link Bracelet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos Moonphase Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamonds 119902
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee Moonphase Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold 24mm Custom Diamond Quartz Watch 119902
Please note: Cartier jewelry b...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbée lady wristwatch in steel
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos Galbée
Reference: 1565
Dial: Silver, blue minute markers
Caliber: Cartier Quartz
Case: Steel, No. BB076831
Dimensions: 23 x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
Santos watch, extra-large model, chronograph mechanical movement with...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Xl W62020x6 Black Dial Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Xl Black Dial Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch W62020x6
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Gold Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier folding travel clock (with alarm) in 18kt yellow gold. Made in France, circa 1960.
Category
1960s French Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha Chronograph Ref. 1352 in Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
True to its finest iteration in 1985, the new Pasha de Cartier is amplified by originality and uniquely powerful, bringing together elements that go beyond classic watchmaking. It’s ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Gold Acte Mistere Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Art Deco pocket watch was crafted by the famed Cartier. Housed in an 18K gold case, the square-faced timepiece boasts a sleek design. The watch's face, revealed by pressing the knob at its apex, tells the time with black Roman numerals and cobalt blue hands. Adding further interest, the timepiece bears the inscription acte mistere ("mysterious act") on its front, while the reverse bears an intricate depiction of a crest along with the further Latin inscription Deo fidatur, or "He trusts in God."
The Cartier tradition...
Category
20th Century French Retro Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Roadster Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond Case & Side Bracelet W62016V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Diamond Case and Middle Bracelet Silver Dial W62016V3
Silver-tone dial with luminous hands and bl...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Vendome Rondo 18k White & Yellow Gold Paris Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Vendome Rondo is a luxurious timepiece that exemplifies the brand's renowned craftsmanship and elegance, featuring a classic round case made of 18k white and yellow gold. Thi...
Category
1980s Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Divan 18k Yellow Gold Watch 2601
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition
-Case size: 25x32mm
-18k Yellow Gold
-Movement: Quartz
-Dial: Silver Dial
-Blued hands
-Diamond Bezel
-Comes with Box, no papers
Category
2010s American Watches
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel Men's Watch 3578
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel Men's 42mm Watch 3578 - Automatic winding; Chronograph. Stainless steel case ; exposition back (42mm diameter). Black dial...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Cartier "Clé De Cartier" Rose Gold Watch Ref WGCL000
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
CARTIER PRICE: $34,900.00 + TAX BRILLIANCE PRICE: $ 22,500.00
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cle De Cartier
Movement: Automatic
...
Category
2010s French Modern Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Pasha GMT 35mm Silver Dial Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W31029M7
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Pasha GMT, reference W31029M7, features a 35mm stainless steel case with a distinctive canteen-style crown cap, ensuring water resistance and adding a unique aesthetic to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier, 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Tank Louis Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This stylish watch from Cartier's Tank Collection- the Tank Louis, comes with a diamond bezel and diamond dial, 23 x 30 case dimensions inclusive of lugs, quartz movement, fluted mes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Women's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 3284
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Women's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 3284
Model: Ballon Bleu
Model #3284
Serial #854684TX
Movement # ETA 2671 17 Jewels
Stainless Steel Round Case
36 mm in D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Must 21 Man's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier must 21 chronoscaph 38mm on white rubber & stainless steel band. Quartz w/subseconds, date and chronograph, with deployment buckle.
Category
20th Century Watches
Cartier Tank Anglaise Stainless Steel Silver Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Anglaise
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 30mm
Dial: Silver
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Crystal: Scratch-R...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm WE900851
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k rose gold with an orignal diamond bezel on a Cartier black matte alligator leather strap on a Cartier 18k rise gold deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Baignoire Small WJBA0041 Rose Gold Silvered Dial Diamond Bezel Quartz
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Small WJBA0041 is a timelessly elegant timepiece that showcases Cartier’s iconic design in luxur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Round Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist with the exquisite Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Diamond Dial Ref 3120 Watch, a radiant fusion of opulence and precision. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold, this timepiece is a testament to Cartier's legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless sophistication.
The 35mm dial, a perfect balance of form and function, commands attention with its elegant proportions. Powered by automatic movement, this watch seamlessly marries traditional watchmaking with modern convenience, ensuring accurate timekeeping with every glance.
With the Cartier Captive...
Category
20th Century French Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0024 Yellow Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0024 is a refined representation of Cartier’s timeless elegance, crafted in luxurious ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel Blue Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamond Bezel Factory Blue Roman Numeral Dial
WATCH COMES WITH AN ADDITIONAL BLUE LEATHER STRAP! Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Steel case, 7-sided crown set with a faceted synthetic spinel, silvered opaline dial, steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet with “SmartLink” adjustment system. 3 Ct of...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Chronograph Custom Diamond Watch on Black Strap
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Chronograph watch. Black dial, 47.6mm x 42.8mm diamond, stainless steel case, on black alligator strap with diamond buckle.
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial.
Mechanical movement with aut...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Gold Plated Must de Vermeil Brown Dial Quartz w/Service Paper, 1980-90's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Must de Cartier Vermeil
Year: 1980-90’s
Serial Number: 170xxxxx
Reference: C03943
Case: Show sign of wear with 950 Silver w/Gold Plated wrapped Case in size 3...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k Rose Gold Watch, Ref. WGBB0008 3003
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu medium size (36.6mm) in 18K rose gold case, guilloché and lacquered dial with Roman numerals, automatic winding Cartier calibre 076 movement, 18K rose gold bracel...
Category
2010s French Modern Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos 100 XL Steel White Roman Dial Automatic Mens Watch W20073X8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Santos 100 XL 38mm Stainless Steel White Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch W20073X8 Ref-2656. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel & Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
Steel Case with pink mother of pearl dial
22 mm case size
Quartz m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Stainless Steel Iced Out Watch W20090X8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Stainless Steel Iced Out Watch W20090X8
Let us teach you a lesson in history, in 1904, Louis Cartier granted the wish of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont, which was to tell time while flying. It sealed the bonds of friendship between these two great pioneers of that time and resulted in the birth of one of the first ever wristwatches. Now, one of the coolest things about the Iced Out Cartier Santos 100 Chronograph...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine Mid Size White Gold and Diamond Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Cartier Tank Americaine, 42 X 33 M.M. 18K White Gold Water Resistant case, Double Row of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the case sides totaling just over 2 Carats, Diamon...
Category
2010s French Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs
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, vintage and luxury 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, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
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