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Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Carrera y Carrera
Cartier Panthere Mini WF3141B9 18K Yellow gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere 2360 ladies watch. 17mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel & diamond set. Off-White dial with Blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. 18K yello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Chronoflex Ref. 2312 18k White Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Tank Chronoflex
Model Number: 2312
Movement: Quartz
Case Size 27 x 45 mm
Case Material: 18k White Gold
Case Shape: Rectangle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Sapphire, White Gold
CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
A rare and unique find, this Cartier Santos features the eye-catching "spider" burgundy dial paired with a matching burgundy cabochon crown. A true statement piece, this watch combin...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Amazing Cartier Tank Française Automatic Wrist watch in silver
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Reference: 2302
Dial: Silver guilloché
Date: Yes, at 6:00
Calibre: Cartier automatic mechanical
Case: Steel
Dimensions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
Fully polished.
Wrist length: 15.5 centimeters.
Additional links available on request. Extra...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Pave Dial Bezel Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch. 24mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Factory pave dial with blue steel hands. 18K yellow gold associated bracelet with 18K yellow go...
Category
1970s Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Ladies Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the inn...
Category
1990s Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthère W25029b6 Panthere Ladies 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Ladies Panthere wristwatch is a luxurious and elegant timepiece. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, it features an off-white dial with Roman numeral indices...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case non bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour markers. 18K white gold bracelet with hidden Butter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Large W25039L6 Two Tone W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large W25039L6 / 1060 Mens Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Grey dial with gold steel hands and gold Roman numeral hour markers. T...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph XL Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL in 18K Gold In Leather Strap. Quartz movement with 28mm case and 3 subdails chronograph function. Keeps perfect time, complete with original box...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthère Medium Model Steel 18k Yellow Gold Watch W2PN0007
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1818
Brand Cartier
Model No. W2PN0007
Retail Price £9,050 incl. VAT / $10,000 / € 10 800 incl. VAT
____________________________________
Date Circa 2000
Gender Unisex / Women
B...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...
Category
1970s French Vintage Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine de Cartier 2490 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Americaine de Cartier 2490 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold
SKU: 134778
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Americaine de Cartier
Country of Origin: Switzerland
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028/3800 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028 / 3800 Mens Watch. 31mm X 40.5mm lug to lug, stainless steel case. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. The date is display...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier santos 100 W200728G 18K Two-Tone W/Card 7/24 silver dial
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W200728G Mens Watch. 41.3 mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold fixed bezel and silver dial with black steel luminous hands and black Roman numeral hour mar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 (WGBA0018) 'Ladies' Yellow Gold Quartz (2025)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 is a refined and elegant timepiece that epitomizes the brand's commitment to luxury and timeless design. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the case feat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0021 Yellow Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0021 in yellow gold is a refined and timeless timepiece, exemplifying the brand’s commitment to luxury and elegance. Crafted i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Drive MoonPhase 41mm Large Model Automatic Silver WSNM0008 Box Card
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Drive de Cartier Moonphase (reference WSNM0008) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with sophisticated craftsmanship. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde 29MM 18K Rose Gold Off-White Dial Watch 2886 W6800151
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Good Pre-owned condition. Aftermarket band. Original box and papers are not included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Pasha Stainless Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Pasha Reference 1031 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece water resistant case with watertight lock down Crown. Automatic, self winding movement. Silver s...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0019 Rose Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers this Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0019 is a delicate and refined timepiece that epitomizes Cartier’s signature elegance. Crafted in 18k rose gold, the petite o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha 18k Yellow Gold 2399 Automatic 32mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Providence, RI
As one of Cartier’s most iconic models, this excellent timepiece is a must have. Made from only the best materials, sporting a round case crafted in solid 18k yellow gold in addition...
Category
20th Century French Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris and Edmond Jaeger Seed Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1910s, this early platinum, seed pearl and diamond wristwatch was created by Cartier Paris in collaboration with Edmond Jaeger and European Watch & Clock. The square ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Cartier Paris Gold and Diamond 'Trocadero' Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Paris Gold and Diamond 'Trocadero' Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold ( 20x 25 mm). White dial with black Roman numerals signed Cartier; single cut diamond set bezel. Di...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series, Circa 1975-1980. The watch measures 24 x 30 x 4.4mm thick...
Category
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 100 Jumbo 18K and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Santos 100, Reference 2656 Wrist Watch, 36 X 39 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Water resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, sapphire set crown, Automatic, Self W...
Category
2010s French Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Cartier Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch, a true symbol of elegance and sophistication. This ladies' model is crafted in luxurious 18...
Category
20th Century French Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tortue WA507031 18K Rose Gold & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tortue WA507031 / 2645 Ladies Watch. 28mm 18K rose gold case with factory diamond set. Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Dark-Brown strap with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Amazing Cartier Tank Française Automatic Wrist watch in silver
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Reference: 2302
Dial: Silver guilloché
Date: Yes, at six o'clock
Movement: Cartier automatic mechanical
Case: Steel
D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Brown ladies
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Brown Face
Condition: Comes with Original Cartier case . Wear and tarnish consistent with age and normal wear.
New battery ins...
Category
1990s Modern Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ballon Bleu W2BB0030 Ref 4372 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2BB0030 / Ref 4372
Year: 2021
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Face: Sapphire Crysta...
Category
2010s Watches
Cartier Panther Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Panther collection Wrist Watch, 29 x 29 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case, Quartz movement, Sapphire Crown, white dial with Black Roman numerals, calendar window a...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Cougar
REFRENCE: 887904
SIZE: 32mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: White
BAND: 18k Yellow Gold
MOVEMENT: Quartz
Very Good condition
Rare bracelet
No box or papers
...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) 2 piece case. Quartz Movement, Sapphire Crown, Black dial with Si...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Tank Americaine in silver and Mechanical automatic winding
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Reference: 3972
Dial: silver
Movement: Cartier mechanical automatic winding
Case: Steel, no. 114163XX
Year: Around 2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Cartier Tank Americane Mm Ladies 18k; Discontinued, circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier American Tank, MM Ladies 18K yellow gold watch measuring 20 x 35mm. The watch if fitted with a quartz movement, and is acc...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 2365 White Gold and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 2365 Ladies Wrist Watch, 16 x 20 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 Piece water resistant case with Factory set Diamonds on case sides. Quartz movement, Silver - White dial with Black Roman numerals.9/16 inch wide bracelet with fold over Deployment clasp, wrist size 7 inches with removable links. An excellent condition, one owner, seldom worn watch. recently serviced by a Cartier Certified...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank American Yellow Gold and Diamond Pave Chronograph Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Tank American ( Americaine ) Reference 1730 2 Register Chronograph Wrist Watch, 35 X 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece water resistant case with 3 rows of fine white...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 inch wide Cartier link bracelet with Deployment buckle. Wrist Size 6 1/2 inches. Recently serviced by a Cartier certified...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Two Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Two Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
Movement #90.06
Case #1340.PL1419XX
Stainless Steel Case w/ Roman Numeral Bezel
28 mm in Diameter
Lug-t...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ronde Louis Cartier 18K White Gold & Diamond Bezel W/ Service Papers dated 2023
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Ronde Louis Cartier Ladies Watch. 29mm 18K white gold case with factory diamond bezel. White dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
By Cartier
Located in Massafra, IT
Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds.
Complete with box and paper .
Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Vintage 1980’s Mechanical Must de Cartier Black Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A striking rectangular watch from 1980 by Cartier.
Crafted in vermeil, this exquisite piece features an 18k gold-plated sterling silver case.
The watch face is minimalist, with ele...
Category
1980s Vintage Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
White gold 18K box set with brilliant-cut diamonds, silver sunburst-patterned d...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
Movement #690
Case #1340.PL2372XX
Stainless Steel Case w/ Roman Numeral Bezel
28 mm in Diameter
Lug-to-Lug Dista...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Two-Tones Santos Date Quartz Galbee Quartz 1566, 1990-2000's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos Galbée 1566
Year: 1990-2000’s
Serial Number: 45xxxxxx
Reference: C04?
Case: Large 29 x 41mm Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Case; Show sign of wear w...
Category
1990s French Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Divan Rare Tank Divan Diagonale White Gold Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Divan Diagonale
REFERENCE: 2786
SIZE: 45 x 20mm
CASE: 18k White Gold & Diamonds
DIAL: White
BAND: Satin
MOVEMENT: Quartz
ORIGINAL FACTORY DIAMONDS
In fantastic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Tank Must vintage Cream in Vermeil
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
CARTIER TANK MUST "LEMON"*
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Must
Dial: Cream
Caliber: Cartier manual-winding mechanical
Case: Vermeil ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches
Cartier Tank Americane Large Size, Automatic, Full Set, B & P, circa 2006
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Tank Americane (W2603256) self - winding automatic watch, features a 18K white gold rectangular case measuring 27mm x 45mm. The dial is silver with Guilloché ...
Category
Early 2000s European Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ref 2650 W2006951 Santos Dumont 18 Rose Gold Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2650 / W2006951
Model: Santos Dumont
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: Brown Leather
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 44.6mm x 34.6mm
Includes:...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Ref 2998 Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K Yellow Gold Leather Band
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2998
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: Brown Leather
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal
...
Category
2010s Watches
Cartier Ballon Blanc 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Cartier 18K gold wristwatch from Cartier’s Ballon Blanc collection with the most stunning diamond as the focal point! Do not miss out on this timelessly elegant Cartier diamond watch...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (18 mm). Silver dial with blue hands and black R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
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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