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Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Ebel
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Roadster Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W62031Y4
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Roadster Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W62031Y4. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel and 18K yellow gold tonneau shaped case 38 x 43mm. . Scratch resi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Cartier Pink Stainless Steel Miss Pasha W3140008 Women's Wristwatch 27 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace opulence with an authentic Cartier Miss Pasha W3140008 timepiece. A masterpiece of craftsmanship, it exudes elegance with its iconic design, Swiss precision, and exquisite ma...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Cartier 18K Rose Gold Captive WG600003 Ladies Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Captive de Cartier 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel 50 mm Watch, reference number WG600003, features an 18K rose gold case measuring...
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20th Century French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Revelation D'Une Panthere Rose Gold Diamond Watch
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Diamond and Gold 'Révélation d'Une Panthère' wristwatch is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, designed to capture the imagination and enchant the senses. Encased ...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Watch (Large)
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Cartier Santos Dumont Large Model 18ct Yellow Gold Wrist Watch on a black leather strap. Quartz movement, black dial. Applied gold Roman numeral markers. Ref: WGSA0077 Serial: 4532106489DY, circa 2023 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Carat: N/A Colour: N/A Clarity: N/A Cut: N/A Weight: N/A Engravings/Markings: CARTIER 106489DY 4532 Au 750 Size/Measurement: Large Model Current Condition: Excellent - Consistent with age and use. Accompanied by: This Cartier Santos Dumont Watch is accompanied by Valuation Reference Number 36053 dated 20/03/2024 and original warranty card with reference WGSA0077 dated 11/06/2023. The Ticken Invoice dated 14/9/2023 along with original The Ticket Guarantee Card with serial 4532106489DY dated 15/9/2023 and Original Cartier outer red box and Cartier red watch...
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2010s Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine Silver Dial White Gold Ladies Watch W26019L1 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Americaine Silver Dial White Gold Ladies Watch W26019L1 Box Papers. Quartz movement. 18K white gold case 19.0 x 35.0 mm. Octogonal crown set with faceted blue sapphire. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver

Cartier Santos Octagone Wristwatch ref 187903. 18K Yellow Gold, Year 1990...
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Attractive Cartier Santos Octagone reference 187903 features the small size case with quartz movement and date function. The case (26mm x 31mm) and bracelet are of stainless stee...
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1990s Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Small Steel Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch W3PN0006 Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Panthere Small Steel Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch W3PN0006 Card. Quartz movement. Stainless steel and 18k rose gold case 22.0 x 30.0 mm. Octagonal 18k rose gold crown set w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère
Cartier Panthère
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Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref 2998 42mm 18K Yellow Gold Brown Leather Band Box Paper
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2998 Year: 2019 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Si...
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2010s Watches

Cartier Santos 100 Staniless Steel 33mm Diamond Watch White Rubber Strap #2878
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: 2878 Case Diameter: 33 mm Bracelet: Strap Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: White Dial The sale includes a original box and an appraisal certifica...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Diamond Bezel 1.1 Carat Watch 2301
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE MIDSIZE CUSTOM DIAMOND BEZEL 1.1CT. WATCH 2301 -Mint condition -Case size: 25x29mm -Case thickness: 6.6mm -Stainless steel -Movement: Quartz -White dial with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu WJBB0034 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WJBB0034 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold SKU: 135576 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Ballon Bleu Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Dial
By Ebel
Located in Berlin, DE
18 Karat White Gold Ladies Wrist Watch by EBEL, with Diamonds and Lapis Lazuli Dial The bracelet has been lengthened. Can be shortened at any time if desired. Includes certificate ...
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20th Century German Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Francaise 25, Ref 1821 Ladies Diamond Watch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Francaise 1821 Ladies Diamond Watch. Yellow gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds and beaded crown set with one brilliant-cut diamond. Silvered beaded dia...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Steel Rose Gold Ladies Watch W5310036 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Steel Rose Gold Ladies Watch W5310036 Box Papers. Quartz movement. Stainless steel and 18K rose gold case 30.2 x 22.7 mm. Circular grained crown set with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3 Papers. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink spin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Calibre Silver Dial White Gold Diamond Mens Watch WF100003
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Calibre Silver Dial White Gold Diamond Mens Watch WF100003. Automatic self-winding movement. 18k white gold case 42.0 mm in diameter. 18K white gold crown set with an origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold, Silver

Cartier Panthere Quartz 29mm 18k Yellow Gold Off-White Roman Dial woman 106000M
Located in New York, NY
Yellow gold-tone 18kt yellow gold case and bracelet. Fixed yellow gold-tone 18kt yellow gold bezel. Beige dial with blued-steel sword-shaped hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Min...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Medium Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4PN0008 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Panthere Medium Steel Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch W4PN0008 Box Card. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 27.0 x 37.0 mm. Octagonal crown set with blue spinnel cabochon. Orig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant Case. Quartz Movement, Silvered White Dial with Black Roman Numer...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
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

Cartier Roadster Coral Dial Limited Edition Steel Ladies Watch W62054V3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Roadster Coral Dial Limited Edition Steel Ladies Watch W62054V3. Swiss quartz movement calibre 688. Stainless steel tonneau shaped case 36 x 30 mm. . Scratch resistant sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Roadster Large Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W62025V3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Roadster Large Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W62025V3. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel tonneau shaped case 38 x 43 mm. . Scratch resistant sapphire crystal wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3 Papers. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink spin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Steel Ladies Watch W51011Q3 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Steel Ladies Watch W51011Q3 Box Papers. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 25.0 X 30.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a blue spinel caboch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Ronde Solo 3603 Men's Wristwatch 36 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine designer wristwatch accompany you with ease and luxurious style. Beautifully crafted using the best quality materials, this authentic branded watch is built to be a sta...
Category

2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Small Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE10456H
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE10456H. Quartz movement. Rectangular 18K rose gold case, 25.0 x 20.0 mm. Octagonal crown set with an original Cartier fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier 1920s Platinum and Diamond EWC Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Cartier Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. Platinum 3 Piece case with Diamond set case perimeter, approximately 2 Carats. Jeweled Nickel lever mech...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch. Signed Cartier, numbered and marked. Fully polished, movement is working at the moment of the listing.
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch reflects the iconic Art Deco style, characterized by its geometric shapes, streamlined forms, and luxurious materials. Crafted with meticulous a...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold 38mm Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold 38mm Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7. Automatic self-winding movement caliber 049. Three body brushed stainless steel case 38.0 mm. Stainless st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Large Automatic Steel Mens Watch W51002Q3 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Large Automatic Steel Mens Watch W51002Q3 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Rectangular stainless steel case 28.0 x 32.0 mm. Octagonal crown set wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha C Big Date Midsize Steel White Dial Mens Watch W31055M7 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Polished and brushed stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Case...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Silver Dial Steel Ladies Watch W5310022
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Anglaise Small Silver Dial Steel Ladies Watch W5310022. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 30.2 x 22.7 mm. Circular grained crown set with the blue spinel cabochon. ....
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Ronde Solo de Cartier W6701004
Located in London, GB
Classic Cartier with a twist, the Black Roman Numeral hour markers a signature of Cartier in a lesser case being a 29.5mm steel round case known as the 'Ronde Solo' one of the more modern designs to be released by Cartier. One of the most recent watch releases by Cartier. Quartz battery powered this slim profile steel watch sits beautifully on the wrist, fitted to a steel Cartier bracelet with deployment hidden clasp. Sapphire scratch resistant crystal, waterproof to 300 meters. Accompanied with original UK stamped...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier France Rare Mini Tank Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Scarce and Hard to Find Mini Tank Wrist Watch, 23 x 15 M.M. ( lugs included in length ) 2 piece 18k Yellow Gold Case. Cartier Inc. Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever m...
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1970s French Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Watch - 36 mm Steel Case - Silvered Dial - Interchangeable Bracelet 36 mm steel case, 12.1 mm thick, fluted steel crown set...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu
Cartier Ballon Bleu
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Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel XL W5200028 3800
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel XL W5200028 3800 - Automatic. Stainless steel (31 x 41mm). Silver dial with black Roman numerals with da...
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20th Century Swiss Watches

Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Ladies' Diamond Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Watch - a true masterpiece of horological artistry. With an engine-turned rectang...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Raspberry Dial Limited Edition Steel Watch W51030Q3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Raspberry Dial Limited Edition Steel Ladies Watch W51030Q3. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Must Large Steel Red Dial Ladies Watch WSTA0054 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Must Large Steel Red Dial Ladies Watch WSTA0054 Box Card. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 33.7 x 25.5 mm. Circular grained crown set with blue spinel cabochon. . S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos Midsize Rose Gold Blue Strap Mens Watch WGSA0012 Box Card
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Santos Midsize Rose Gold Blue Strap Mens Watch WGSA0012 Box Card. Automatic self-winding movement caliber 1847 MC. 18K rose gold 35.1 x 35.1 mm. Protected octagonal crown set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Tortue Perpetual Calendar Automatic Rose Gold Mens Watch W1580045
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tortue Perpetual Calendar Automatic Rose Gold Mens Watch W1580045. Self-winding automatic movement. 18k rose gold Tonneau shape case 45.6 mm x 51 mm. Case thickness is 16.8 m...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Pasha Big Date Pink Dial Steel Ladies Watch W31058M7
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Pasha Big Date Pink Dial Steel Ladies Watch W31058M7. Automatic self-winding movement. Round stainless steel case 35.0 mm in diameter. Case back with 8 screws. Vendome lugs. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Ultra Thin 46 mm Rose Gold Mens Watch W6920054
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Ultra Thin 46 mm Rose Gold Mens Watch W6920054. Manual winding movement. 18K rose gold case 46.0 mm in diameter, 6.9 mm thick. Fluted crown set with the blue sapp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

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...
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Early 2000s French Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 9011 Gold Plated Steel Leather 31mm Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9011 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Leather Measurements : 31mm (without...
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1990s Swiss Watches

Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Calibre Steel Black Dial Mens Watch W7100016. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 42.0 mm in diameter. Crown cover with faceted blue spinel. Transparent exh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Audemars Piguet Vintage White Gold mechanical Gents Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Audemars Piguet for Cartier Gents Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. diameter 3 Piece thin 4.5 M.M. case. 18 jewel Mechanical, Manual wind nickle leve...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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 ...
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20th Century French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Mechanical Ladies Watch WGTA0010 Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis Rose Gold Mechanical Ladies Watch WGTA0010 Papers. Manual winding movement. 18k rose gold case 29.5 x 22.0 mm. Circular grai...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Case Diameter: 24 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Off-white Dial The sale includes a Cartier watch box a...
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Early 2000s Swiss Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier 765510TX Ref 3167 Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch French Strap
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier 765510TX Ref 3167 Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch French Strap Pre-owned condition; in good condition, French made strap, original and signed buckle, fresh battery Go...
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2010s French Modern Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Francaise Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W51028Q3. Quartz movement. Rectangular stainless steel 20.0 x 25.0 mm case. Octagonal crown set with a pink spinel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ronde Solo Silver Dial Quartz Steel Ladies Watch WSRN0029
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Ronde Solo Silver Dial Quartz Steel Ladies Watch WSRN0029. Quartz movement. Stainless steel case 36.0 mm in diameter. Circular grained crown set with a blue spinel cabochon. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Tank Louis XL Rose Gold Manual Winding Mens Watch W1560017 Box Papers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Tank Louis XL Rose Gold Manual Winding Mens Watch W1560017 Box Papers. Manual-winding movement. 18k rose gold case 40.4 mm x 34.92 mm. Case thickness: 5.1 mm. Circular graine...
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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