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Watches For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1920s
Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Cartier Ballon Bleu ladies wristwatch. This exquisite timepiece showcases a round case crafted from 18ct yellow gold. The dial is ad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex 116718 GMT Master II Green Dial Black Ceramic Bezel 40mm 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116718
Serial: Mixed Serial
Year: 2010- Now
Model: Rolex GMT Master II
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: Black Ceramic
Dial: Green
Face: ...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Yacht Master 116622 40mm Rhodium Dial Platinum Steel Box Paper 2018
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116622
Serial: 1510R***
Year: 2018
Model: Rolex Yacht Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Platinum
Dial: Rhodium Grey Dial
Face: Sapph...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Calatrava Manual Wind Roman Dial Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Calatrava Manual Wind Roman Dial Wristwatch by Patek Philippe.
Model: Calatrava
Movement Type: Manual Wind
Case Size: 33mm
Crystal: Anti-glare Sapphire
Weight: 40.6 grams
Detail:
18k yellow gold case and buckle
Case: 33mm
Length: 8"
Band: Black Leather Patek Philippe Band
Movement: Manual Wind
Hallmarks: Patek Philippe Geneve Swiss Made...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panther Ref. 1310 Stainless Steel Mid Size Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier reference 1310 Classic Panther Wrist watch, 36 X 27 MM Stainless Steel case, Quartz Movement, White Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Calendar window at the 5 positi...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Piaget 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 6.5"
By Piaget
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant Piaget watch features a classic oval case and a woven 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, showcasing a timeless design with a minimalist dial and Roman numeral markers.
Watc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Libre Noeud 18K White Gold Silver Dial Diamonds Ladies Watch 3080
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Unworn band. Comes with original box but no papers.
💎 Cartier 3080 Women's Wristwatch
📌 Overview
Brand: Cartier
Model Number: 3080
Type: Wristw...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold
Rolex Sky-Dweller 326933 – 42mm White Dial Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex Sky-Dweller 326933 – 42mm White Dial
Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Box & Card Included
Elevate your collection with this striking Rolex Sky-Dweller, reference 326933, cra...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
BREITLING Chronomat Longitude A20048 GMT gray Dial Automatic Men's Watch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
BREITLING Chronomat Longitude A20048 GMT gray Dial Automatic Men's Watch
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Model
Chronomat Longitude
Reference Number
A20048
Gender
U...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Twenty 4 4920R-001 Diamond Bezel Chocolate Dial 18K Rose Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4920R-001
Model: Patek Philippe Twenty 4
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: Satin
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold & Diamond Bezel
Dial: Chocolate Dial with Diamond Hour Markers...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Must 29.5mm Roman Silver Dial Calf Skin Steel Quartz Watch WSTA0110
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Louis Cartier created the Tank watch in 1917. A legend was born. The first prototype was presented as a gift to General Pershing some years before the watch was introduced into the m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Chopard Happy Sport Watch - Square 7 Floating Diamonds Ref: 278358
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel case & Bracelet
White gold bezel set with 104 diamonds (1.37 ct)
White dial with Roman Numerals
Seven floating diamonds (0.39 ct)
Five Sapphire cabochons
List Price ...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rado Jubile Centrix Automatic Black Ceramic, S/Steel, Diamond Mens' Dress Watch
By RADO
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Performed in Stainless Steel & elegant Black Ceramic,
this sophisticated timepiece
by Swiss luxury watch brand RADO
(ref 01.658.0941.3.070)
is in beautiful condition & in excellent working order
It comes in a full set: original outer box, papers, card case,
brand new cloth, inner case, booklet/manual.
Case is comfortable & well-proportioned –
at 38mm it has a great presence on a wrist
Sturdy yet dressy,
it is crafted in stainless steel,
with scratch-resistant ceramic bezel;
case is completed by winder bearing a famous anchor -
a symbol of all Rado automatic...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Panerai PAM00580 PAM 580 Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback 44mm Box Paper
By Panerai
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: PAM00580 / PAM 580
Year: 2017
Model: Luminor Chrono Flyback
Case Material: Black Ceramic
Band: Brown Leather
Bezel: Ceramic
Dial: Black
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Ca...
Category
2010s Watches
Bvlgari Serpenti SPP35G 18k Rose Gold Pave Dial & Bezel
By Bulgari
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Circa 2020.
This exquisite Bvlgari watch features a distinctive serpentine design, crafted in 18k rose gold. The coiled bracelet is composed of articulated sections, each polished t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Moonphase 18K White Gold Box & Papers
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Moon Phase Watch. This exquisite timepiece features a round shape crafted in 18k gold. The watch boasts an automatic movement and a moon phase feature. The d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Concord Saratoga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Concord Saratoga watch is an elegant timepiece characterized by its round face and reliable quartz movement. The dial measures 23mm and features...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner 16610LV Kermit Bezel Flat 4 Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner 16610LV Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel unidirectional rotating bezel with green bezel insert. Black dial with luminous ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust II 116334 Silver Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 41mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116334
Serial: 9251C***
Year: 2014
Model: Rolex Datejust II
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted ...
Category
2010s Watches
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R T&Co Taupe Dial & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7010/1R Ladies Watch. 32mm 18K rose gold case and factory diamond bezel. Tiffany & Co taupe dial with luminous rose gold hands and index hour markers. The dat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Master Ultra Thin Moonphase 39mm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic
Function: hours, minutes, seconds, moonphase
Case: 39mm stainless steel round case, smooth bezel
Dial: silver stick
Band: black leather strap, deployment clasp
R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Tourbillon Watch Ref. Q392242J
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Duoface Tourbillon (ref. Q392242J), featuring the JLC Caliber 847 manual-winding movement; silvered, sunray-brushed front dial with flying tourbillon...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Daytona 116523 Tahitian MOP Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Daytona 116523 Men's Watch. This watch features a 40mm stainless steel case with an 18K yellow gold tachymeter bezel. It has a dark mother-of-pearl dial with g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Frederique Constant Slim Line Stainless steel Lady's Watch Ref FC200S1S33B3
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC200S1S33B3 Frederique Constant: Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC200S1S33B3. This stunning timepiece ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos WSSA0029 MidSize Stainless Steel Watch & Box
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Ladies Watch WSSA0029. This watch features a 35mm stainless steel case with a fixed stainless steel bezel. The silver dial is accented with blue steel hands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
SKU: 136929
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Anglaise de Cartier
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Mov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Gold
CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Cosmograph Silver Dial Oysterflex Date: 2023 Style: 166519LN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
UnwornWatches proudly presents Rolex Daytona Cosmograph (ref. 116519LN) is a modern icon of precision, luxury, and sport. With a sleek silver dial, black sub-dials, and a sporty Oyst...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Gold, Silver
Tiffany and Co Diamond Watch. Tiffany Atlas Diamond Bezel 24mm Ladies Watch.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Tiffany and Co Atlas Watch
Diamond Bezel With Diamond Dial.
Stainless Steel with Diamonds
Diamond Set Crown
24mm case
Ref. WR 3 ATM
Beautiful Ladies Watch.
Condition: Excellent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Large 4072 WSSA0030 Blue Dial Diamond Encrusted Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4072 / WSSA0030
Year: 2021
Model: Cartier Santos Large Model
Case Material: Custom Diamond Encrusted Stainless Steel Case
Band: Custom Diamond Encrusted S...
Category
2010s Watches
Hermes Cape Cod TGM CD6.910 Automatic Grand Date GMT White Dial Watch
By Hermès
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Hermès Cape Cod TGM CD6.910 Automatic Grand Date GMT is an elegant timepiece that embodies the brand's mastery of craftsmanship and design. This sophisticated watch features a sl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 126303 Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel 2021
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126303
Serial: 2W32U***
Year: 2021
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow ...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302 - Automatic. Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold ( 28 x 35 mm )...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Sea-Dweller
REFRENCE: 16600
SIZE: 40mm
CASE: Stainless Steel
DIAL: Black
BEZEL: Black Ceramic
BAND: Oyster Steel
LINKS: 11
MOVEMENT: Automatic
Re-polished, mark ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Aluminium Silver Dial Mens Watch AL 38 A
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Bvlgari Aluminium Silver Dial Mens Watch AL 38 A - Automatic winding with date at 3 o'clock. Aluminum and titanium case (38mm) with black rubber bezel with Bvlgari engraving.. Silve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Rolex Submariner 18k Gold Men's Watch 116618 Blue Dial
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner 18k Gold Men's Watch 116618 Blue Dial - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with rotating bezel with blue insert (40mm dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Rolex Datejust 126234 36mm Silver Dial 18K White Gold Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126234
Serial: 218FR***
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case...
Category
2010s Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Française Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref W51002Q3
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Large in stainless steel with a silver roman dial. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 28 mm case size. Ref W51002Q3. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch.
Certified pre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
BREITLING NAVITIMER Watch A13322
Located in Barcelona, CT
Pre-Owned Watch BREITLING NAVITIMER A13322 Ref: D363466. Gentleman's watch in EXCELLENT condition with 41 mm steel case excluding crown. Sa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel
Men's Rolex GMT - Master II Watch 16710 Pepsi Rotating Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Men's Rolex GMT - Master II Watch 16710 Pepsi Rotating Bezel - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case and rotating bezel with red and blue ins...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/4G-001 White Gold White Dial Diamond Set (2004)
Located in New York, NY
The Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/4G-001 is an elegant interpretation of the iconic Nautilus design, presented in a white gold case with a diamond-set bezel. Its 37.5mm size retains t...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine 28 mm x 19 mm 18K White Gold Silver Dial Watch W2601956
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned excellent condition, Unworn band. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore box.
General Information:
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Model Number: 2489
Typ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold
Breitling Chronomat Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch Steel With Gold Detailing
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This Breitling Chronomat Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch is a bold and sophisticated timepiece, blending precision engineering with luxury styling. Designed for those who appreciate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Tiffany & Co. Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1920's
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum & Diamonds
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 16mm
MOVEME...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Platinum
GUCCI G-TIMELESS YA126321 Watch
By Gucci
Located in Barcelona, CT
GUCCI G-TIMELESS Watch YA126321 Brand New Watch. Stainless steel case 39mm excluding crown. Case thickness 8mm. Sapphire crystal. Black dial. Fabric strap. Quartz movement. Water res...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel
Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200R-010 'Tiffany & Co' Rose Gold (2024)
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200R-010 ‘Tiffany & Co’ is a breathtaking blend of timeless design and understated luxury. Crafted in warm rose gold, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank a Vis W1534251- 18K Yellow Gold 2-Time Zone Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank a Vis W1534251 watch. 28mm 18K yellow gold case size with 18K yellow gold bezel. Guilloche Silver dial with black Roman numeral hour marker. Minute marks on inner dial. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II 2-Tone Men's Watch 116713 with Green GMT hand
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex GMT-Master II 2-Tone Men's Watch 116713 with Green GMT hand - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (40mm di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k white Gold Men's Watch 5115/9
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cellini Classic 18k white Gold Men's Watch 5115/9 - Manual winding. 18k white gold case (32 mm). Jubilee white dial with raised white gold Roman numerals. Black Rolex strap wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Tudor Black Bay GMT Ref. 79833MN – Gold/Steel Automatic GMT Function Full
By Tudor
Located in Berlin, DE
Step into the world of classic watchmaking with a modern twist – the Tudor Black Bay GMT, reference 79833MN, is a timepiece that masterfully combines functionality with elegance. Cra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch
For more details leave us a message
Model
Must De 21
Reference Number
9010
Gender
Unisex
Metal
Stain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Cartier Panthère Medium Model Steel 18k Yellow Gold Watch W2PN0007
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1818
Brand Cartier
Model No. W2PN0007
Retail Price £9,050 incl. VAT / $10,000 / € 10 800 incl. VAT
____________________________________
Date Circa 2000
Gender Unisex / Women
B...
Category
Early 2000s French Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Sky Dweller 326135 42mm Rose Gold White Dial Leather Strap Rolex Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 326135
Serial: Z5153***
Model: Rolex Sky Dweller
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: Brown Leather Strap
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: White Dial
Face: Sapphire Crystal...
Category
2010s Watches
2024 Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual 276200 28mm Pink Dial Stainless Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 276200
Serial: 2879U***
Year: 2024
Model: Oyster Perpetual
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel Oyster
...
Category
2010s Watches
Omega Speedmaster 3510.12 Michael Schumacher Full Set
By Omega
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Omega Speedmaster Chronograph Michael Schumacher 3510.12 Mens Watch. 39mm Stainless steel case with stationary black tachymeter scale bezel insert. Yellow dial with black luminous ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ball Watch Co. Open Faced Railroad Pocket Watch circa 1920
By Ball Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ball Watch Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Open Faced High Grade Railroad Pocket Watch /
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled / Screw O...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Classique Ladies Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond ladies wristwatch from iconic jeweler’s Classique collection in 18 karat yellow gold. Elegant and feminine, as all Van Cleef & Arpels creations, this watch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch
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Model
Date Just
Reference Number
Gender
Unisex
Metal
18K Yell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Watches for Sale: Shop Rolex Watches, Omega Watches and Cartier Watches on 1stDibs
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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.
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