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Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Chopard
Chopard Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Vintage Winding Ladies Watch
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Vintage large Chopard Diamond and onyx 18K White Gold Rectangular Winding Ladies' Watch. Completely crafted in 18K White Gold, weighing approximately 66.3 grams. Feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard - L.U.C. Pro One GMT Diver - Ref: 16/8959 - Men
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
**** Automatic , 43mm case size, Original Box, Original Certificate, 300m Water Proof Brand: Chopard (Guaranteed Authentic) Model: L.U.C. Pro One GMT Diver Reference Number: 1...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Gucci G-Timeless 38mm Steel Black Dial Unisex Automatic Watch YA1264130
Located in New York, NY
Display model. The original box and papers are not included. Comes with a chronostore box and warranty card. * Free Shipping within the USA * One-year warranty coverage * 14-day ret...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Happy Diamond Bracelet Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy the high style of this fine vintage Ladies Chopard Happy Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch. Nine diamonds float under a round sapphire ...
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1990s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Large Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2021 Cartier Santos Wrist Watch, 32 X 34 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant 3 piece case. Automatic, Self Winding movement, Silver Satin Dial with Black Roman Numerals, swee...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Estate Chopard Mother of Pearl & White Diamond Watch in 18K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Chopard watch with white diamonds and mother of pearl. Handmade in 18k white gold. Mint condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Vendome 2-Tone Large Watch 34mm, Manual wind, Circa. 1973-1976
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the extra large size, and measures 34mm; circa 1973-1976. The watch is made in 18 Karat yellow and white gold. The watch ...
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1970s European Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tank Louis Cartier MOP Dial Diamonds 78227 18k Gold 1974 Gold Folding Clasp
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CARTIER Founded in 1847 For the discerning few Wear Cartier watch it's integrate the club of famous clients : Jackie Kennedy, Princess Diana, the Duchess of Windsor, Princess Grace, Barbara Hutton, Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol, Yves Saint Laurent, Truman Capote, Cary Grant, Clark Gable, Steve McQueen, Audrey Hepburn, Kanye West, Mick Jagger, Duke Ellington, Warren Beatty, Angelina Jolie, Tom Ford, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Piven, Finneas, Jean Cocteau, Mohamed Ali amongst countless others. Make the perfect gift and invest with this special piece of the limited collection released in 1974 by Cartier New York, this model was also sell worldwide in Cartier Flagships : Tokyo, NYC, Paris, London. With this rare and precious model combining Gold, Mother of Peal and Diamonds, Cartier proof ones again his prominent place of “king of jewelers”. MODEL : Tank Louis Cartier MOP Mother of Peal Dial and Factory set Diamonds index Ref : 78227 Medium model – MM The serial numbers are voluntarily blurred on the case back photography. CASE MATERIAL : 750 18K Solid Yellow Gold Crown : 750 18K Solid Gold with a Blue Sapphire Cabochon Dial, case, and movement signed. STRAP : New unbranded black leather strap with an unbranded folding clasp The watch is sold with its 18k Gold Cartier folding clasp...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 276323-1002 Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18K White Gold Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport 18k white gold 33mm quartz ladies watch with crocodile skin leather strap. Set with round and cabochon cut Blue Sapphires and Diamonds around the bezel, case, and...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Chopard La Strada 41/6614-20/8 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chopard La Strada 41/6614-20/8 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 128269 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: La Strada Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz: B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18Kt Yellow Gold Original Dial and Supplied with Original Buckle 1970's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 28mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Brand New Cartier Pasha WGPA0026 with Original Box and Papers 18K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand - Cartier Model - Pasha Reference number - WGPA0026 Movement - Automatic Case material - Rose gold Bracelet material - Crocodile skin Year of production - 2022 Condition - ...
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2010s European Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu W69012Z4 42mm Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Ballon Bleu stainless steel watch is a timeless masterpiece. With its sleek, round stainless steel case and signature blue cabochon crown , it exudes elegance. The dial a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Obus Carree 1990s Black Enamel Case & Breguet Hands 24mm Pre-Owned
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Pre-Owned 1990s Cartier Obus Carree, watch in 18K yellow gold with an enamel ring and white dial. Case measures 24mm, Cartier quartz movement. Original Ca...
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1990s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 18K Rose Gold Steel PinkDial Quartz Ladies Watch W6920034
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Original box and manuals are included. No papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Cartier Ref 2878 Santos 100 Midsize Stainless Steel Leather Strap Box and Papers
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2878 Year: 2007 Model: Santos 100 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 33m...
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Early 2000s Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver 42mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Watch WSCA0011
Located in New York, NY
Display Model. Authentic Cartier Rubber Unworn band is not related to this color, but rather to the black color of the same model. Comes with an origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond 0.58 Carat Quartz Ladies Watch 10/5440
Located in New York, NY
This is pre-owned mint condition. This watch comes with a presentation box and authenticity card. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy ...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Cartier Santos 18K Rose Gold Santos 100 XL Chrono Mens Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Rose Gold Santos 100 XL Chronograph Mens Wrist Watch. Santos 100, reference 2935 Pink gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with date circa 2009. Dial: black Calibre: cal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Pasha
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Unique GENDER: Unisex MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Steel DIAL: 40mm DIAL COLOUR: White STRAP: 55mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Green Leather Strap CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: 422...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Cartier Pasha
Cartier Pasha
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Cartier Pasha Steel and Diamond Bezel Automatic with Power Reserve Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Pasha Reference 1033 Wrist Watch, 38 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel Water Resistant case, with after factory high quality Double row Diamond Bezel, approximately 2 C...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Cartier Delices de Cartier Diamond White Gold Quartz Wristwatch 3380
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Delices de Cartier Wristwatch by Cartier 3380. Works great, fully functional, absolutely mint, like new condition. Includes Cartier Watch Box. Original Retail Price: $72,000 With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color two rows on the bezel and on the dial Brand: Cartier Style Number: Cartier Delices de Cartier...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1816 Brand Cartier Model No. W2SA0012 Retail Price £5,400 incl. VAT / $5,600 / €6 100 incl. VAT ____________________________________ Date Circa 2019 Gender Unisex / Women Box/...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel & White Rubber Stl 38mm Must 21 Autoscaph Vintage Watch
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Department: Unisex Case Material: Stainless Steel + White Rubber Strap: Stainless Steel + White Rubber Dial Color: Black Indices:12-Hour Dial Style: Dress/Formal Case ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Watches

Chopard Imperial Diamond Ladies Watch Chronograph Bazel
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful Chopard Imperiale watch in 18K yellow gold set with diamonds. This luxury watch for ladies Chopard Imperiale looks extremely elegant....
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos DeMoiselle White Gold and Diamonds Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier Santos DeMoiselle Collection Ladies Wrist Watch, 20 X 18 M.M 18k White Gold 2 Piece case, Factory set Diamond Bezel and Lug Tops, Diamond set Crown, Quartz Movemen...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unisex Cartier Panthere Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing an exquisite Cartier Panthere Cougar watch, an iconic timepiece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted from lavish 18 karat yellow gold, this unisex wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Chronograph Yellow Gold Ladies Watch Ref.: 1530
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Santos Ronde Chronograph in 18ct. yellow gold with a diamond bezel Reference: 1530 Material: Yellow gold Movement: Quarz Diameter: 30 Dial: White Bracelet: Crocodile leather ...
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1990s French Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Ref 4072 WSSA0037 Large Grey Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 4072 / WSSA0037 Model: Santos Large Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Grey Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 39.8mm...
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2010s Watches

Chopard Imperiale 388531-6001 Men's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Imperiale 388531-6001 Men's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold SKU: 130602 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: Imperiale Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rare Cartier Tank Basculante Platinum & Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A rare, platinum and rose gold Tank Basculante by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with roman numerals, blued steel sword-shaped hands, a hidden Cartier signature at VII an...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Chopard Happy Diamond 18k Gold Factory Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Chopard Happy Diamonds, Swiss Made, In Solid 18k Yellow Gold, Both Case & Bracelet. Amazing Shine, Incredible Craftsmanship. Great Statement Piece. Factory Set Diamonds On The Case, ...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
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...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard 161288 Mille Miglia 18k Rose Gold Black Dial Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Company: Chopard Model: Mille Miglia Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Case Diameter: 42.5mm Size: Will Fit an 7.5" Wrist Bezel: 18k Rose Gold black bezel Bracelet: Black rubber bracelet ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Trianon Santos Extra Thin, Large Size, circa 1978-1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage Cartier Trianon Santos extra thin (extra plate), fitted with an 17-jewel Frederick Piguet movement caliber 096. The watch was made in the late...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Panthere L 3-Row 18k Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Panthere Model in Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold. Solid 18k Gold Links. Watch Comes Full Links, As Well As Original Cartier Box & Papers. L...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Santos Dumont, Men's Large Size, circa 1975-1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Vintage Santos Dumont, Circa 1975-1980, made in 18K yellow gold. The watch measures 25 x 36mm. The watch is accompanied with a black crocodile...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 18Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Styled Watch with Original Buckle from 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Paris STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Square METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 20mm MOVEMENT / ...
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1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Cartier Pasha de Cartier WJ120251 Men's Watch in 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Automatic/Kinetic Year Manufactured: 2005 Year of Manufacture: 2000-2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Chopard Mille Miglia 44mm LTD Edition Venezuela Black Dial Mens Watch 168459
Located in New York, NY
Few dings, scuffs, and scratches on the bezel. some scratches and Dings. crystal has micro scratches. Limited edition Venezuela. only 25 pieces were made. this is No-2 out of 25. Venezuela Map on the back case glass. the front Sapphire glass has hour 6 and 12 Markings. Orange Color hour markers. No box and No papers. Brand: Chopard Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 8459 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Casual Model: Chopard Mille Miglia Vintage...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Watch Stainless Steel 18 Karat
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning tank watch, midsize at 25mm made with stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold.Model 2301/CC328468 Item#: 500-00004ATTT WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, loca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Rotonde Day & Night 18K White Gold Blue Dial Automatic Watch HPI01009
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. excellent condition. Comes with a box but no papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can ve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Tank Lc Watch, Pre-Owned, Men's or Unisex, circa 2018-2023
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Louis Cartier watch; Ref. 3816. This is a classic men's Rose Gold watch. The watch is fitted with a 17-jewel manu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a Concord 17 jeweled manual wind movement CXC watch with sa...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine Watch
Located in London, GB
The Tank Américaine watch was first launched in 1989. This is a small model with quartz movement. The case is in a white gold set with brilliant cut d...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Diamond

Chopard Happy Diamonds Heart Shape Yellow Gold Watch
Located in London, GB
A ladies Happy Diamonds wristwatch crafted in yellow gold by Chopard. Featuring a champagne dial with a distinctive yellow gold bezel shaped like a heart. The watch also features 7 f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris and Edmond Jaeger Seed Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
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 ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 - Chronograph Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (43mm x 48mm). Silver dial with Arabic numerals; date a...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Cartier HPI00762 Panthere Divine Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier HPI00762 Panthere Divine Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch Experience the mesmerizing beauty of the Cartier Panthere Divine watch, a true testament to elegance and grace. Craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chopard Blue Stainless Steel La Strada 8357 Women's Wristwatch 23 x 34 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine Chopard wristwatch accompany you with ease and luxurious style. Beautifully crafted using the best quality materials, this authentic branded watch is built to be a stan...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Cartier Tonneau W1528551 Women's Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tonneau W1528551 Women's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 130620 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Tonneau Country of Origin: France Movement Type: Mechanical: Hand-windi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W69011Z4 3005
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W69011Z4 3005 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (36mm). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals. Stainless steel Cartier bracel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch
Located in London, GB
A ladies yellow gold Panthere wristwatch. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, a secret signature at X, a blued steel sword-shaped hands and a yellow gold diamond set bezel. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Ladies WG Diamond Watch 2489
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Americaine (or American) Ladies WG Diamond Watch 2489 - Quartz movement. 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel (19 mm x 35 mm ). Silver colored Dial with blac...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Cartier Tank Americane Mm Ladies 18k; Discontinued, circa 1990s
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...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Ceinture Trinity Tri-Color
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Ceinture in 18k Yellow, White & Rose Gold. Solid 18k Gold. Very Rare Model. Beautiful Step-Bezel Case. L Case Size, 26.5mm. Highly Collectible....
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1980s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Ladies Ellipse Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Presenting a timeless treasure that transcends eras- a vintage ladies 18 karat yellow gold Cartier Ellipse watch. This exceptional timepiece from...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid-Size SS Automatic Calendar Watch Iob Ref. 2302
Located in Richmond, CA
A Cartier Mid-size (32mm) Tank Francaise bracelet watch in stainless steel (Ref.2302). The Swiss made movement is automatic winding. The dial is silver with black roman numeral markers and a date display at 6, the hands are blue, the crown is mounted with a blue cabochon sapphire. The full length bracelet is suitable for up to 8.5” wrist (3 removed links included). Comes with original Cartier watch...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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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