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Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Corum
Cartier 1970s Scarce Yellow Gold and Diamond Mechanical Ladies Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Ladies Wrist Watch, 30 X 21 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Cartier Factory set Round Brilliant cut diamonds totaling .40 Carat. Cartier Inc. 17 Jewel Nick...
Category

1970s French Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine Large Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch WB704851
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Americaine Large Rose Gold Diamond Mens Watch WB704851. Automatic movement. 18k rose gold case 26.6 x 45.1 mm. Octagonal crown set with an original Cartier factory diamo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7. Automatic self-winding movement. Polished and brushed stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Caseback with 8...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise 20mm Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W51031Q3
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Case size 18 mm x 20 mm. Light signs of wear or scratches. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a ful...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Pasha Seatimer Lady watch 33 mm W3140002 VPEMNE never worn
Located in Pescara, IT
Cartier Pasha Seatimer LADY watch 33 mm stainless steel quartz silver dial white rubber strap ,model no. W3140002 VPEMNE. The watch features a silvered opaline dial with black Arabic...
Category

2010s Italian Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Diamond White Gold Ladies Watch WE902067 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Diamond White Gold Ladies Watch WE902067 Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. 18k white gold case 33.0 mm in diameter, 9.96 mm thick. Fluted crown s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Silver Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W69009Z3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Silver Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W69009Z3. Automatic self-winding movement. Caliber 049. Round stainless steel case 42.1 mm in diameter, 13 mm thick. Flut...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Louis XL Power Reserve Rose Gold Mens Watch W1560003
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis XL Power Reserve Rose Gold Mens Watch W1560003. Manual-winding movement. 18k rose gold case 39 mm x 30 mm. Circular grained crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Panthère
Located in New York, NY
Panthère de Cartier watch, medium model, quartz movement. Case in rose gold 750/1000 and steel, bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds, dimensions: 29 mm x 37 mm, thickness: 6 mm, cro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère
Cartier Panthère
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Cartier Stainless Steel and 18k Rose Gold Calibre Brown Dial 42mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 42mm round case, 18K rose gold bezel, push pull crown, sapphire crystal Dial: black / rose roman Band: steel and ros...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier 18K White Gold Panthere De Cartier 1925 Ref. 2476 28mm Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your wrist with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Panthère 1925 Belt Watch in 18K White Gold. This exquisite timepiece, featuring a refined blend of vintage inspiration and ...
Category

20th Century French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Tank Divan Mini Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WA301071 New Strap
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite Cartier Tank Divan Mini wristwatch, crafted from yellow gold with a two-piece leather strap in a stunning red hue. Th...
Category

2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Centure PM, Small Octagon shaped Watch, circa 1975-1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Centure Octagon Shape watch is the Small size, circa 1975-1980. The watch is made in 18K yellow gold 2-bo...
Category

1970s European Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu W69011Z4 36mm Unisex Watch Custom Diamond Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Ballon Bleu Model: W69011Z4 Case Diameter: 36 mm Bezel: Custom diamond set, 2Ct of Natural Diamonds Dial: Silver Dial The sale includes a Cartier box and an ap...
Category

2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Corum 2.5 Dollars Eagle Liberty Coin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 1852
Located in Atlanta, GA
Corum 2.5 Dollars Eagle Liberty Coin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 1852. Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with an 18k yellow gold coin 21 mm in diameter. Coin edge. Circular grained crown set...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 36 M.M 2 Piece stainless steel water resistant case, Sapphire crown, Sapphire Glass Crystal. Silver dial with Black Roman numerals and a C...
Category

2010s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Black Strap Mens Watch WGTA0067 Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Black Strap Mens Watch WGTA0067 Card. Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case 33.7 x 25.5 mm. Circular grained crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon. ....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Round Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
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 21 Must de Wristwatch, 28mm Steel & Gold, Quartz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier 21 Must de Wristwatch, Steel and Gold, Quartz Model: 21 Must de Cartier Movement: Quartz Case: Round case in gold and steel, diameter 28 mm, thickness 5 mm graduated bezel...
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Grey Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Watch WSBB0060
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the Cartier Ballon Bleu wristwatch, a perfect accessory for any occasion. This Swiss-made, luxury timepiece features a sleek stainless steel bracelet and a 40...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Cougar 18k and Steel ladies Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Cougar collection Wrist Watch 26 M.M 3 piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Quartz movement, White Dial with Black Roman numerals, a sweep secon...
Category

1990s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Ref 2388 Automatic Power Reserve Calendar Steel Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Reference 2388 Wrist Watch, 38 M.M 3 piece Stainless steel Water resistant case with Exhibition, Glass back. Rotating Bezel with Sapphire Glass Crystal and Sapphir...
Category

Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch WE110006
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Dial Ladies Watch WE110006. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20 x 25 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spinel cabochon. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Declaration Yellow Gold Titanium Diamond Ladies Watch WT000150
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Declaration Yellow Gold Titanium Diamond Ladies Watch WT000150. Quartz movement. Elongated curved titanium case 18 mm x 39 mm. Ten 18k yellow gold mobile sliding bands moving...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Titanium

Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Mechanical Mens Watch WGTA0011 Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Mechanical Mens Watch WGTA0011 Card. Manual winding movement. 18k rose gold case 25 mm x 33 mm. Circular grained c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51026Q3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Black Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51026Q3. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spinel cabochon. . Sc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4TA0008 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4TA0008 Box Card. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WJTA0014 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WJTA0014 Box Card. Manual winding movement. 18k rose gold case 33.7 x 25.0 mm. Circular grain...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 1840 Large Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 1840 Wrist Watch, 28 X 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Water resistant case, Automatic Self winding movement, Sapphire Crown and Sapphire ...
Category

Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Divan 32mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Watch
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Cartier Divan 18K White Gold Watch with 2 Rows Diamond Bezel and leather strap, featuring a Diamond Buckle, is a true embodiment of Cartier's legacy ...
Category

Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tortue XL CPCP Collection Silver Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 2763
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tortue XL CPCP Collection Silver Dial Rose Gold Mens Watch 2763. Manual winding movement. 18k rose gold Tonneau shape case 48 mm x 38 mm. Octagonal crown set with a faceted b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Silver

Cartier Gold Acte Mistere Pocket Watch
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 Pasha Power Reserve Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W31037H3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha Power Reserve Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W31037H3. Automatic self-winding movement. Round three-body stainless steel case 3...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Two Timezone Quartz Watch 38MM W6920011
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Ballon Bleu wristwatch is a luxurious and classic timepiece for men. The watch features a round 38mm stainless steel case with a solid caseback and a silver bezel. The d...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Classic Yellow Gold Manual Wind Unisex Tank Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Tank collection Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel Cartier Inc. mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire Crown, White dial with Bl...
Category

1980s French Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Captive Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WG600011
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Captive Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WG600011. Quartz movement. . 18k rose gold original Cartier factory diamond bezel. Scratch resistant sap...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Large Rose Gold Grey Strap Mens Watch WGSA0019 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Santos Large Rose Gold Grey Strap Mens Watch WGSA0019 Box Card. Automatic self-winding movement. 18K rose gold case 47.5 x 38 mm. Octagonal ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Automatic Grey Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch WSBB0060
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the Cartier Ballon Bleu wristwatch, a perfect accessory for any occasion. This Swiss-made, luxury timepiece features a sleek stainless steel bracelet and a 40...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank 28mm Automatic Francaise with Date Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise 28mm Automatic Stainless Steel 2302 Considered a Mid Size Men’s watch. The watch fits up to a 6.5 inch wrist. This Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph feature...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

21 Must de Cartier Quartz 28 mm Wristwatch
Located in Antwerp, BE
Superb 21 Must de Cartier Quartz 28 mm Wristwatch Model: 21 Must de Cartier Movement: Quartz Case: Gold and Steel case, Diameter 28 mm, sapphire glass, Roman numerals on bezel D...
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Panthère Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold 33mm Model 887920
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat CARTIER Panthère COUGAR Watch In 1914, the tale of Cartier's panther began with the iconic "Lady With a Panther" drawing—a narrative that continues in the 18k gold vintage Cartier...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Anglaise Rose Gold Small Ladies Watch W5310027 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Anglaise Rose Gold Small Ladies Watch W5310027 Box Papers. Quartz movement. 18K rose gold case 30 x 23 mm. Circular grained crown set with a blue sapphire cabochon. . Sc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

2023 Cartier Santos De Cartier Watch Large 18K Solid Gold WGSA0029 BNP
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Brand New Unworn Cartier Santos De Cartier Watch. The watch was dated into service in December of 2023, still under factory 7-year warranty and brand new...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ref. 2698 Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Watch
Located in Miami, FL
ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: Brand: Cartier Model Name: Santos Demoiselle Model Number: 2698 Movement: Quartz Case Size: 20 mm Case Back: Closed Case Material: Stainless Steel Bezel:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Paris Yellow Gold Lady's Classic Watch
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k gold oval case lady's watch by Cartier Paris. Case measures 30mm x 22mm excl. crown. Cartier leather band with 18k gold Cartier deployant...
Category

20th Century French Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel W69012Z4
Located in London, GB
A 42mm Ballon Bleu from Cartier in stainless steel. Featuring a silvered guilloche dial with roman numerals, a date display, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a Cartier signature h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Classic Louis Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Louis Cartier mid size Tank Wrist Watch, 30 X 23 M.M. 2 Piece 18K yellow Gold case, Quartz movement, Sapphire Crown, White Dial with Black Roman numerals. New Hadl...
Category

Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Watch in 18k Yellow Gold with Custom Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Panthere de Cartier Size: Medium Model Movement: Quartz Case Size : 27 mm (not including the crown) Stones: Diamonds Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Stainless Steel White Dial Mens Watch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cartier Santos Ronde Stainless steel White Dial Mens Watch Brand Cartier Model Santos de Cartier Case Material Stainless steel Case Diameter 32mm Crystal Sapphire crystal Bezel Stainless steel brushed bezel with screws Dial White dial with black roman numerals. Blue hour and minute hands. Bracelet Stainless steel Cartier screws link bracelet...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 18K yellow gold Cartier Tank Americane watch (model #: 2482) with an original diamond bezel. Mounted with 98 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of approximate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background, mechanical movement (manual winding), black exotic leather strap and original Cartier gold-p...
Category

1990s French Watches

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Cartier Tank Francaise 2302 Stainless Steel Watch Medium Size
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Francaise Model Number : 2302 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 28 mm x 32 mm Dial: Silver Dial with Black Roman Numerals Crown: Sapphire​​​​​​​...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date - Quartz. Stainless Steel (27mm x 37mm). Silver colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'clock. Stain...
Category

20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Colisée Ladies Watch with Diamond Bezel in Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Tortue Ladies Watch with Diamond Bezel Reference: WB 021 HG Material: Yellow gold Movement: Quartz Diameter: 24mm Dial: White ...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine with Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model W26035K2
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Américaine with Date Model W26035K2 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Movement c.2000 Fits up to a size 6" wrist. Made in Switzerland The Tank Américaine with date seaml...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier RARITY Mini Tank Allongée 1976 Ref 03 Jaeger LeCoultre 845 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Founded in 1847 For the discerning ones 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. The version of the Mini Tank Allongée...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Baignoire 18 Karat Rose Gold Extra Large Skeletized Back W8000002
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Baignoire 18k Rose Gold Manual Wind Skelitized Back Model W8000002 44.6mm x 34.6mm Case Measurements Cartier Burnt Caramel Alligator Strap Fits up to an 8" wrist - adjusta...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Rose Gold Automatic Ladies Watch WGSA0028 Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Santos Rose Gold Automatic Ladies Watch WGSA0028 Card. Automatic self-winding movement. 18k rose gold case 35.1 mm in diameter and 8.83 mm thick. 1...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose 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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