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Watches For Sale
Creator: Tiffany & Co.
Creator: Chopard
Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Ladies Watch
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18K Yellow Gold La Strada Diamond Watch For Women. Quartz movement, arched rectangular mother-of-pearl dial, Roman markers, diamond-s...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxurious Like New Ladies Chopard 18 Karat Watch With Diamond Face and Bezel
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite, like brand new, ladies estate 18 karat white gold Chopard dress watch features a beautiful mother of pearl face, with Roman numerals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Bezel & Floating Diamond Watch
Located in Rome, IT
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Bezel & Floating Diamond timepiece, a stunning expression of luxury and elegance. Crafted with precision and finesse, t...
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2010s French Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Auto Mark Coupe Watch (33mm x 39mm)
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's Tiffany & Co. Mark Coupe wristwatch. The stainless steel case measures 33mm by 39mm. Automatic movement with date display, 21 jewels. Runs well. There is a sapphire crystal on ...
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Mid-20th Century Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Hamilton for Tiffany & Co Dresswatch, 14K Yellow Gold, Cal 982 Mmt, Year 1941.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage art deco Hamilton for Tiffany & Co., features a case of 22mm across, 39mm lug to lug and 8.6mm deep. The case is stamped Hamilton & co Lancaster PA 14k gold, S&W (Schwab & Wuischpard), the movement is a cal.982 19 jewels signed Hamilton USA and with a J2 *** serial , dating production to c. 1941. The original art deco dial is signed Tiffany & Co. This is a Hamilton Brock (style), made for Tiffany and co, and the case back is engraved "David Cook 1943". In this period, Hamilton in house movements, like this calibre 982, were highly considered, being of American manufacture and would, by Tiffany & Co, have been selected amongst the world's greatest to be sold as a Tiffany. Of note equally, this particular watch was presented (given the case back) during the second world war period, and is a one hundred percent American watch: movement, case and jeweller. A very rare item, the condition belies its age. Today, it would be equally suitable as a gentleman's dress watch or ladies statement piece, a new leather strap with gold tone tang buckle has been fitted. A presentation box will also be included at point of sale. A truly unrepeatable 1940s wristwatch...
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1940s Vintage Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Chopard Geneve 18k White Gold Ladies' Watch with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the luxury of the vintage Chopard Geneve 18k white gold ladies' watch, a true testament to the elegance and sophistication that the Chopard b...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Chopard Black Ceramic Happy Sport 28/8507 Women's Wristwatch 38 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace opulence with an authentic Chopard Limited Edition Happy Sport timepiece. A masterpiece of craftsmanship, it exudes elegance with its iconic design, Swiss precision, and exqu...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Chopard Silver 18k White Gold Diamond Happy Diamonds Women's Wristwatch 28.5 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely-crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes this Chopard Happy Diamonds wristwatch...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

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

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Watch
Located in Vaughan, CA
Crafted by Tiffany & Co this watch is part of their Atlas collection which is modelled after the clock that is found in front of the flagship store in NYC. Made of Stainless Steel wi...
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Early 2000s Watches

Chopard Silver Stainless Steel Rubber Diamond Happy Sport 278551-3003 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 st...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Watches

Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL Chronograph Speed Black . Rose Gold, 2010.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our limited edition Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo XL chronograph Speed Black reference 168459-6001 is one of 500 examples. Featuring a prominent and attractive 44mm case of DLC (blackened) steel and rose gold with black dial with silver indices, it is fitted to its original rubber Dunlop style strap with deployant clasp. This is a distinctive Mille Miglia, and comes with inner and outer box, Mille Miglia DVD, instructions and chronometer certificate as well as previous sales tag, showing it retailed in excess of USD12000. The original warranty papers are not present, we date production to 2010. This example represents a superb saving when contrasted to a new or equivalent Chopard chronograph...
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2010s Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Sport Chronograph Steel Ladies Watch with Diamonds 38mm 28/8267-23
Located in New York, NY
This Chopard Happy Sport chronograph wristwatch is the perfect luxury accessory for women. It features a stunning round white dial with...
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Chopard 18k White Gold Opal and Diamond Lady’s Watch
Located in beverly hills, CA
This unique vintage Chopard ladies wristwatch features an elegant opal dial on a textured gold bracelet, crafted entirely in 18k white gold. The timeless timepiece is adorned with a...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHOPARD Happy Sport Quartz Grey Dial Ladies Watch
Located in Krakow, PL
Silver-tone stainless steel case with a black alligator band. Fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Grey dial with silver-tone hands and Roman numeral & index hour markers. Dial T...
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2010s Watches

Chopard St. Moritz 8024 in Stainless Steel with a White dial 23mm Quartz watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard St. Moritz in stainless steel and gold plate. Quartz with date. 23 mm case size. Ref 8024. Fine Pre-owned Chopard Watch. Certified preowned Clas...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand 60558272 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Cocktail 2-Hand 60558272 Unisex Watch in 18kt Rose Gold SKU: 135274 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Cocktail 2-Hand Country of Origin: Switzerland Moveme...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 27/6730-50 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 27/6730-50 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold SKU: 134988 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Sport Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 14k Square Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Leather Band and Box
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Men's Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Original Box Movement #9255 Case #392906 14k Yellow Gold Square Case 26 mm Wide (27 mm w/ Crown) 27 mm Long Lug-to-Lug...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 278608-6003 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 278608-6003 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel/Rose Gold SKU: 134716 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Sport Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Sport 8892 in Stainless Steel with a White dial 23mm Quartz watch
Located in Surfside, FL
Chopard Happy Sport in stainless steel with original mother of pearl dial and custom diamond bezel. Quartz movement. With Box. 23 mm case size. Ref 8892. Fine Pre-owned Chopard Watch...
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20th Century Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chopard La Strada 41/6802 0001 Women's Watch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chopard La Strada 41/6802 0001 Women's Watch in 18k Yellow Gold SKU: 134026 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: La Strada Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz: Ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chopard Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Oval Dial 5038 Black Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a stunning piece of horological history: a vintage 18K gold bangle bracelet watch from Chopard, crafted in the glamorous 1970s. T...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch 1970S
Located in Geneva, CH
Step into the vintage elegance of the Chopard Wristwatch—a timeless masterpiece crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with a round-cut diamond weighing 0.41 carats. This numbered tim...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Steel Chopard La Strada 8357 Ladies Wristwatch With Chopard Box
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stainless Steel Chopard La Strada 8357 Ladies Wristwatch With Chopard Box Model: La Strada Ref number: 8357 Movement: Quartz Case: Stainless steel rectangle case 23.6 mm x 34.7 t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Steel

Chopard La Strada 533667 ladies Diamond watch 18K White Gold 7"
Located in Chicago, IL
100% authentic Chopard La Strada 533667 ladies Diamond watch 18K White Gold set with collection quality Round Brilliant cut natural diamonds - well matched in color and clarity 3.50C...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Imperiale 8532 36mm 2011 with original Box Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Chopard Model: Imperiale Reference Number: 85322499 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 36 mm....
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2010s Swiss Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Gents Tiffany & Co. Quartz Movement Wrist Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly classic Tiffany & Co. quartz movement men's wrist watch epitomizes the luxury and elegance that Tiffany is perennially associated with. It is large, measuring a full 1 1/2...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Chronograph Classical S/Steel Quartz 35mm Mens' Watch, c2000 +
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Tiffany & Co Chronograph Classical Mens' Wristwatch features: S/Steel Case that measures 35mm (not including crown) x 42mm (from lug to lug) with eye-catching & recognisable Patek ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Steel

Tiffany & Co. Cushion Shaped Diamond and Ruby Bezel Watch in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant champagne dial 14K Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. wristwatch with a cushion shaped diamond bezel, is set with 2 brilliant rubies at the 12 o'clock, 3 o'clock, 6 o'clock, an...
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1970s American Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Vintage Chopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Manual Wind Watch Model 9928
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chopard Serial: 2017 Model: 9928 c.1970s L.U. Chopard & Co. Geneva Maker: Chopard & Co. Geneva Model: Year: 1970s Material: 18K Gold Dial Color: Gold ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Ladies Happy Sport 27/8294-23 Diamond Stainless Steel Watch
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 27/8294-23 Model: Happy Sport Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Dial: Original Dial with F...
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2010s Watches

Chopard 18K White Gold Chopardissimo Mirror Dial 40mm Dial Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a luxurious and fashion-forward timepiece from Chopard, a true testament to the brand's innovation and style. This Chopard watch, created in 2022, showcases a captivating...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

White Gold

Chopard Imperiale Yellow Gold Chronograph Watch 38/3157/23
Located in Wilmington, DE
Chopard Imperiale 18k Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire 38/3157/23
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2010s Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Ruby & Diamond Set 4191
Located in London, GB
A stunning ladies yellow gold Happy Diamonds wristwatch by Chopard. Featuring a champagne dial with 6 floating rubies & diamonds, and a yellow gold bezel set with 66 round brilliant cut diamonds and 12 rubies. The watch also features 2 ruby-cut diamonds aligned in the middle of the case and strap at 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock. Fitted with a sapphire glass, a quartz movement and a Chopard red...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

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 Happy Sport 27/8419-23 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Sport 27/8419-23 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 127828 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Sport Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

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

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

Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Mark Resonator Atlas 27mm Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & Co Mark Resonator Atlas Watch 27mm Case Water Resistant Stainless Steel case Original Leather Strap Box included This beautiful pre-loved watc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Watches

Chopard Happy Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Multicolored Gemstone Watch Ref. 20.4069
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine and rare Chopard 18K solid yellow gold “HAPPY DIAMONDS” (ref. 20.4069) quartz watch with 8 multi-colored gems and diamonds (6 floating, estimated total diamond weight 0.24ct),...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Opal Dial Vintage Watch
Located in New York, NY
Quartz movement, opal dial and crown, round diamonds, 18k yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co., Swiss made, Germany, numbered Size/Dimensions: case 23.35 mm, 15.5 cm (61/8 in) Gross We...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Watches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Cuervo & Sobrinos Sterling Silver Campaign Style by Concord Watch Co. circa 1915
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Concord Watch Co. for Cuervo & Sobrinos STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...
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1910s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches

Chopard Joaillerie Pushkin 'Large One' in 18kt White Gold, Full Paved Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chopard Haute Joaillerie Pushkin (Large one) in 18kt White Gold, Full Paved Diamonds. Model: Pushkin Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, minutes Case: 18kt White gold case, Measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Mille Miglia Split Second Chronograph Limited Edition Watch 16/1261
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Chopard Mille Miglia Split Second Chronograph Limited Edition Watch 16/1261. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement And Features: Round 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches

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

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

Tiffany French 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Back Wind Cocktail Watch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This elegant French, Tiffany ladies wristwatch with UTI movement, is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold and is bark finished over it's entire surface, including it's oval dial, whi...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Vintage Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Working condition Malachite Dial has hairline cracks that is not visible to the eye
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Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Watches

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold

Chopard Mille Miglia Ref 8511 MOP & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chopard Mille Miglia Ref 8511 MOP & Diamonds Special Limited Edition with Mother Of Pearl Dial & Diamonds Case : Stainless Steel with Diamonds on Bezel Strap : 18 Cm Python
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Mesh Band Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
1970’s 14k yellow gold Baume and Mercier 17 jewel watch with mesh gold band retailed by Tiffany & Co. A jeweler can shorten the band or make it longer w...
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Late 20th Century Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Quartz Square Watch Stainless Steel W/ Date
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Quartz Square Watch Stainless Steel w/ Date Movement #256041 Case #820.1007/940293352 Stainless Steel Atlas Case Features Roman Numeral Bezel 29 mm Wide (31 mm w...
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Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Watches

Materials

Steel, 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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